Astoria Hanoi Hotel & Travel
A cathedral-close terrace steps from the lake
About this hotel
Astoria Hanoi Hotel & Travel sits close enough to St. Joseph Cathedral that its spire is part of the immediate streetscape, and the sun terrace above makes the most of that position — a rooftop within a five-hundred-metre walk of Hoan Kiem Lake, close enough that an evening plan rarely needs a taxi. The terrace itself stays simple, a coffee shop and outdoor seating area rather than a full bar program, which suits a property built more around location than headline rooftop amenities. Concierge service and a tour desk downstairs help guests make the most of that proximity, whether the plan is a walk to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a nineteen-minute walk away, or a shorter loop around the cathedral and lake.
- Sun terrace
- Coffee shop
- Near St. Joseph Cathedral
Our take
A strong choice for travelers prioritizing location over a destination rooftop bar — the terrace's real value is its proximity to St. Joseph Cathedral and Hoan Kiem Lake rather than the space itself. Anyone specifically chasing a lively rooftop bar scene should look toward properties with a more dedicated bar program.
- ✓Walk to St. Joseph Cathedral in the early evening before returning to the terrace — it's close enough to fold into a pre-dinner loop.
- ✓Use the concierge or tour desk to plan the walk to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, about nineteen minutes on foot.
- ✓Treat the terrace as a coffee or quiet-drink spot rather than expecting a full bar menu.
Why we love it
- A few steps from St. Joseph Cathedral
- 500 metres from Hoan Kiem Lake
- Sun terrace and coffee shop for easy daytime use
- Concierge and tour desk for planning nearby walks