[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Especen Hotel Central hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Hanoi ![Family Room, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/572d6f2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Balcony | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/a2467599.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/698f422d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/60a54392.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/5debcbf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Especen Hotel, near Hoan Kiem Lake, offers a warm welcome with a charming terrace. Unwind in the lobby with coffee/tea and enjoy multilingual staff assistance while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Other perks include free self parking, concierge services, luggage storage. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Housekeeping - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=6242888&PinnedHotelID=6242888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/471e47dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Refrigerator LCD TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ![Family Room, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/572d6f2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Balcony 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Refrigerator LCD TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer - 269 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ![Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6242900/6242888/bc9dab67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator LCD TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Bidet Hair dryer Electric kettle - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHanoi-Hotels-Especen-Hotel.h6242888.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHanoi-Hotels-Especen-Hotel.h6242888.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Old Quarter neighborhood, Especen Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium or My Dinh National Stadium. [Visit our Hanoi travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanoi.dx1428) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C21.02910%2C105.84843&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1sErAa2d0Yt3NVPUy6uhjDABFo4=) 28 Tho Xuong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, 10000 ### What's nearby - St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Hoan Kiem Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Hanoi Old Town Night Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Hanoi Opera House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km ### Getting around - Hanoi Railway Station - 16 min walk - Noi Bai Intl. Airport (HAN) - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pasteur Street Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk - ‪Phở Ấu Triệu (Phở Nước Đục-Anh Em Nhà Tư Lùn) - ‬1 min walk - ‪Still Color CF 32 Thọ Xương - ‬1 min walk - ‪Ong Ong Bistro - ‬1 min walk - ‪Nem Nướng Nhà Thờ - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Especen Hotel Hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake Close to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi and Hanoi Old Town Night Market, Especen Hotel provides amenities like a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Airport pick-up service (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby - A computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Especen Hotel have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. 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Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator - Tile flooring in room ### More - 3 buildings - 5 floors - Built in 1993 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Restaurant dining guides - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Free local calls - Laptop workspace - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: VND 420000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 0101853646 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Especen Especen Hanoi Especen Hotel Especen Hotel Hanoi Especen Hotel Hotel Especen Hotel Hanoi Especen Hotel Hotel Hanoi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Especen Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Especen Hotel? > As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Especen Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from CA $22.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanoi-Hotels-Especen-Hotel.h6242888.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Especen Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Especen Hotel? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Especen Hotel? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Does Especen Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of VND 420000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Especen Hotel located? > Located in Old Quarter, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Hang Da Market and Hang Gai Street are also within 10 minutes. Hanoi Railway Station is 16 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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