Especen Hotel - The Original Chain offers air-conditioned accommodation in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Just a 5-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake, the hotel features a tour desk. Wi-Fi is free in Especen Hotel’s guest rooms, which are also equipped with a TV, a minibar, and a telephone. Each room has an attached bathroom with shower facilities. The hotel provides convenient travel services such as vehicle rental, visa extension, and ticket bookings. Laundry and currency exchange are also available. Especen Hotel - The Original Chain is a short stroll from St. Joseph's Church. It is a 5-minute walk from the Quang Trung bus stop, where guests can board a bus going to Noi Bai International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Hanoi, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Allanah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location and we had a room on the 4th floor, which was large and bright. It was quieter than you'd think being so close to the Big Church.
  • Nidaa
    Malaysia Malaysia
    It's soooo smooth check in.Before we check in, the receptionist whatsup us for conformation..The day we have arrived,the receptionist very helpful. He advised us a great location,help us for taxi go, help us to get grab car to Noi Bai...
  • Paula
    Australia Australia
    Very central, walking distance to lots of near by cafe's, resturants ect. Comfy beds and good aircon.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Especen Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Especen Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
VND 100,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa JCB Cash Especen Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests who require an extra bed will be provided with an extra mattress. Extra bed rates apply (see Hotel Policies).

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Especen Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Especen Hotel

  • Room options at Especen Hotel include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Twin

  • Especen Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Walking tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class

  • Check-in at Especen Hotel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Especen Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Especen Hotel is 500 yards from the centre of Hanoi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.