The Oriental Jade Hotel

The Oriental Jade Hotel is a polished, central hotel on Hang Trong Street, within walking distance of the Old Quarter and close to Hoan Kiem Lake. It has 120 guest rooms and suites and is a member of the Oriental Hospitality Group. For travellers who want comfort, a pool and a central address without paying the prices of the city's grandest hotels, it is a sensible choice.

The views are one of the main selling points. Depending on the room, guests look out over Hoan Kiem Lake, St Joseph's Cathedral or the rooftops of the Old Quarter, so it is worth asking for a view room when booking if that matters to you.

The rooftop is where the hotel comes into its own. There is an outdoor pool on the 12th floor overlooking the Old Quarter, which is a welcome escape during the hot months, and the hotel has two rooftop venues: Thang Long Signature Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, and the O' Sky Rooftop Bar. A Coffee Lounge covers daytime drinks. Having two rooftop venues means you can have dinner and a drink with a view without leaving the building, which is handy on a rainy evening. O' Signature Spa offers locally inspired treatments, and there is a gym.

Practical touches make the stay easier. The hotel offers flexible check-in and check-out and a 24-hour contactless concierge, which is helpful if you are arriving late from Noi Bai Airport or leaving early for a day trip. Contact the hotel by phone on +84 24 3936 7777, through its hotline on +84 942 217 271, or by email at [email protected].

With the lake and the cathedral in view from some rooms, Ngoc Son Temple, St Joseph's Cathedral and the shophouse streets of the Old Quarter are all within a short walk. That makes the hotel especially good for first-time visitors and short stays, when being able to walk to the main sights saves time. It suits couples, families who want a pool and business travellers who like to be in the centre. Apricot Hotel is on the same street if you want to compare a five-star art hotel nearby.