HOTEL METROPOLE HANOI

HOTEL METROPOLE HANOI

The Hotel Metropole Hanoi is an award-winning French colonial-style hotel lying in the heart of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the magnificent Opera House.

Boasting a classical white façade, green shutters, original wrought iron detail, wood paneling and a lush courtyard lawn, the hotel is one of the region’s few remaining hotels of its era.

Built in 1901 by two private French investors, the hotel quickly became the rendezvous point for colonial society in the first half of the century. Following Vietnamese independence in the 1950s, the new national government opted to maintain it as the official hotel for visiting VIP’s. During and after the war years, it became a base for press and diplomats.

90 years after it had risen so gloriously from the swamps of ancient Hanoi, the Thong Nhat Hotel was closed for the facelift of the century. Under the first phase, the existing hotel was refurbished over an eighteen-month period and reopened in March 1992, again called Hotel Metropole. The second phase started in 1994 when work commenced on the 135-room Opera Wing, and the four-storey Metropole Center office tower above it, both of which opened in late 1996. After the reconstruction of the new Club Rooms, replaced Metropole offices, the third phase will be fully finished end 2008. The Club Metropole Lounge and Imperial Suite, opened in May 2008, introduce an impressive new oasis of charm and luxury at Metropole Hanoi.

The hotel guest list over the past years has included the Presidents of USA, of France, of Switzerland, the Prince of Monaco, of Denmark, of Sweden, the King of Malaysia, the Duke of Gloucester, the Duke and Duchess of Bedford, the Prime Ministers from Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, France, Canada, Nigeria, Norway and Vietnam, and important business delegations such as the World Presidents Organization, the Asia Leaders Forum, the 5th Asia-Europe Meeting, the APEC 2006 Leaders Week, as well as famous people like Catherine Deneuve, Charlie Chaplin, Jane Fonda, Stephen Hawking, Oliver Stone, Mick Jagger, Sir Roger Moore amongst others.It also includes a host of corporate heavyweights and to this day the hotel’s bars remain a haunt for international and local journalists wanting to pick up the latest business news.

Graham Greene Suite

Located on the second floor of the historic Metropole wing, the Graham Greene Suite is decorated in a classical French style with a touch of Indochina ambience. Elegant wood lamps, colonial armoires, antique ceiling fans and beautiful hand-made artworks, all work together to produce a luxurious and stately atmosphere - one fit for a president, a grand artist or a royal family member.You will enjoy a large entrance, a dining area with a conference table to seat six, two bedrooms (one with a king size bed, one with a double bed), a washroom and a charming bathroom with large pedestal sink and separate standing shower. Outside the window are scenic views of Paul Bert Park, dating back to 1900s and the beautiful European-style hundred-year-old Government Guesthouse.

• Located on the second floor with two balconies looking over the romantic Hanoi’s French quarter
• 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
• Inter-connected with Luxury room
• Original wooden floor
• Sofitel luxury bedding
• Elegant living room with dining table
• Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
• Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod

Charlie Chaplin Suite

Located on the third floor of the historic Metropole wing, the Charlie Chaplin Suite is a romantic haven to spend cherished moments and create memories with that special someone. An elegant living room with antique style furniture evokes the feeling of a bygone era. A luxurious sofa invites you to relax and large louvre windows looking onto the peaceful French quarter add to the suites unique appeal. Additionally, a collection of Chaplin portraits hang from the wall and a series of Chaplin’s movies are provided to surround you with the memories of this well-known artist. When you are ready to turn in for the day, our warm and comfortable queen-size bed will lull you to sleep. And, a recently restored, marble-appointed bathroom offers additional luxury.

• Located on the third floor of the historic Metropole wing
• 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
• Elegant living room with luxurious sofa and dining table
• Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
• Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod

Somerset Maugham Suite

Located on the first floor of the historic Metropole wing, overlooking the hotel garden, Somerset Maugham Suite is ideal for discerning guests who desire convenience in a grand atmosphere. This suite consists of a spacious living room, an elegant bedroom, a washroom and a luxurious bathroom with separate standing shower. It has been exquisitely furnished with great attention to detail. The interior presents a refined Indochina charm. A color selection of white, cream, gold and brown is accented with original honey-oak wooden floors. In addition, the suite offers a dining room table, which is perfect for entertaining or for small intimate meetings. Broadband Internet access and telephone with voice mail are just a few of the amenities featured in this suite.

• Located on the first floor of the historic Metropole wing, overlooking hotel garden
• 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
• Elegant living room with luxurious sofa and dining table
• Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
• Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod

MetroPole Wing

Luxury rooms

• Located in the historic Metropole Wing, the Luxury Rooms showcase a richly cultured interior décor that is distinctive of 1920s France, with hardwood floors and mahogany furnishings.
• Located in the historic Metropole wing
• 32m² recently renovated in a French classical architecture blending with Vietnamese flair
• Sofitel MyBed with queen and twin size bedding
• Natural wooden floor
• Flat screen TV with DVD player
• Broadband Internet access
• Individual air-conditioning control
• In-room safety box
• Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
• Shower & bathtub

Grand Luxury Rooms

Lustrous Vietnamese silk, ceramic lamps and rice-paper wall lanterns lend a touch of Asian sophistication to the Grand Luxury Rooms, while a Victorian daybed by the wall-to-wall window is ideal for lounging with your favourite novel.

• Located in the historic Metropole wing
• 37m² recently renovated in a French classical architecture blending with Vietnamese flair
• Sofitel MyBed with queen and twin size bedding
• Natural wooden floor
• Flat screen TV with DVD player
• Broadband Internet access
• Individual air-conditioning control
• In-room safety box
• Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
• Fantastic bathroom with separate standing shower
• Opera WIng
• Premium rooms

Premium Rooms 

Premium Rooms showcase lofty, bright interiors with elegantly finished timber floors. With open-plan design and outfitted with French windows, the living area offers an ideal space for relaxation after a day of shopping and sightseeing. Bedecked in white marble tiles, the bathroom features a cast-iron bathtub and luxurious amenities.

• Located in the Opera wing
• 32m² newly renovated with neo-classical interior
• Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
• Wooden floor
• Flat screen TV with DVD player
• Broadband Internet access
• Individual air-conditioning control
• In-room safety box
• Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
• Contemporary bathroom

Premium Rooms with garden

The Premium Rooms showcase lofty, bright interiors with elegantly finished timber floors. With open-plan design and outfitted with French windows, the living area offers an ideal space for relaxation after a day of shopping and sightseeing. Bedecked in white marble tiles, the bathroom features a cast-iron bathtub and luxurious amenities. Premium room patio includes 2m² terrace, opening into a garden feature.

• Located in the Opera wing
• 32m² newly renovated wit neo-classical interior
• 2m² terrace, opening into a garden feature
• Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
• Wooden floor
• Flat screen TV with DVD player

Prestige Suites

Located in the Opera Wing, the Prestige Suites are newly renovated and consist of one bedroom and one small living room offering the neo-classical interior design. Some suites can be inter-connected to a Grand Premium room or Premium room. The 64 m2 rooms are in contemporary style using luxurious wood and fabrics, bright colors and are equipped with Bose Sound Dock system, iPod, broadband Internet access and flat screen TV with DVD player.

• Located in the Opera wing
• 24-hours butler service
• 64m² newly renovated with neo-classical interior
• Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
• Wooden floor
• Broadband Internet access, flat screen TV with DVD player
• iPod and Bose SoundDock system
• Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, eveing cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
• Large bathroom with separate standing shower

Grand Prestige Suites

Grand Prestige Suite, pride of the Club Metropole, has been created to ensure guests utmost comfort in a contemporary, yet luxurious atmosphere. Enjoy the latest level of technology equipment within the historic charm of our colonial hotel.

Approximately 200 square meters, featuring ambient lighting it creates a fantastic retreat. Digital Bose surround sound, a large plasma TV’s, a comfortable lounge, library and office area, one Master bedroom, one connecting Grand Premium Room, individual spa room, dining area for 8 people, magnificent bathroom with French standing bathtub and steam shower, nightly drinks from the full open bar and around the clock Butler service; all feature, making this the most exclusive residence in the Hotel. The Grand Prestige suite is truly the ultimate expression of luxury and opulence at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.

• 200 square meters (including the connecting room) located on the 6th floor of the Opera wing
• 1 Master Bedroom
• 1 Connecting Club Room
• Library and office area
• Digital Bose surround sound, a Large plasma TV
• Comfortable lounge
• Dining area for 8 persons
• Personalized & professional Butler service around the clock
• Hotel garden view (courtyard)
• Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, evening cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
• Magnificent Bathroom with french Standing Bathtub, Steam Shower
• Individual Spa Room

Grand Premium Rooms

Occupying the Club Floor of the Opera Wing, the Grand Premium Rooms epitomise a world of cultured sophistication and creative luxury. The sensual interior, bedecked with luxurious wood, black leather, velvet and marble, is generously proportioned with an open-plan design that flows seamlessly from the living sleeping and working areas to the spa bathroom complete with period-inspired claw-foot tub.

Club Floor guests enjoy extra privileges in the exclusive Club Lounge, including daily international newspapers, use of business facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi connection, breakfast, high tea, evening cocktails, and more.

• Located in the Opera wing
• 24-hours butler service
• 48m² elegantly refurbished with timeless decor
• Designed with wooden floor, Sofitel MyBed
• Broadband Internet access, flat screen TV with DVD player
• Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, evening cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
• Beautiful bathroom with classical bathtub and separate standing shower

Bars

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has a choice of bars as well as restaurants. Each with a distinct personality, decor and ambiance.These locations allow guests to experience the hotel in a slightly different way depending on the time of day or their personal preference.

La Terrasse

At La Terrasse, inspired by the famous Parisian cafés, visitors are plunged into the heart of Hanoi's bustling urban life. Observing passers-by, reading the papers, sipping a glass of Perrier, time slips by imperceptibly. Café furniture, antique ceiling fans and the street life, a whiff of France wafting right in the heart of Vietnam.

Le Club

The Gallic ambiance at the Club Bar varies according to the time of day. With live jazz in the evenings, guests sample exceptional grand crus or the ultimate classic cocktails.

And every day, between 3:00 and 6:00 pm, an irresistible chocolate buffet opens in the Club Bar. Praline, ganache, éclairs, mille-feuille pastries, chocolate fountain, a selection of every imaginable kind of French pâtisseries and delectable chocolate in every shapes and forms… Its reputation has spread well beyond the borders of Vietnam.

Bamboo Bar

The Bamboo Bar with its local-style roof and wooden floor is an ideal spot to relax beside the delightful swimming pool with a refreshing cocktail. The casual setting of this poolside venue invites guests to unwind with the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi signature Graham Greene Martini. Adjacent to le Club, Bamboo Bar serves light snacks, gourmet ice creams, desserts, fruit juices, coffees, teas and refreshing cocktails.

Restaurants

Three menus, three experiences, three essential Hanoi references… The three Metropole restaurants are all famous dining venues, each offering a different and exotic experience: the traditional Beaulieu, the best of France on the far side of the world, the authentic Spices Garden, the ultimate in Vietnamese gastronomy, and Angelina, the Italian wine bar, the capital’s latest hotspot.

Le Beaulieu

Renowned for its exquisite French cuisine - perfectly crafted in both flavour and presentation - multi-award winning Le Beaulieu has for over a century been the venue of dazzling soirées and sublime Sunday brunches. Wine connoisseurs will find pleasure in Le Beaulieu's impressive wine list featuring selections by our passionate Head Sommelier.

One hundred years old like the hotel, this mythical dining destination frequented by war correspondents (Graham Greene, Lucien Bodart...) and also politicians, entrepreneurs and diplomats is directed by head chef Nicholas Shadbolt. The decor is a unique Sofitel blend of Indochinese ambiance and French sophistication: marble and wooden parquet floors, large windows overlooking the street, soft breeze wafting from the ceiling fans, lit by chandeliers at nightfall… One of the finest wine cellars in Hanoi, housing over 100 grands crus, excellent champagne and vintage French and New World wines, a symbol of French heritage.

Spices Garden

Vietnamese culinary tradition redefined with French flair. Enjoy views of the lush gardens courtyard and swimming pool. Embark on an adventure of the palette with the exotic flavours of Hanoi's bustling cuisine, with "pho" noodle soup, tender spicy barbequed pork and the freshest of garden vegetables, spices and herbs.

Chef Van, who has been working in The Metropole kitchens for 17 years and familiar with all the secrets of traditional Vietnamese recipes, such as Pho, the very popular Vietnamese soup that one can buy from vendors on every street corner in Hanoi. Every lunch, there is a spectacular buffet: overflowing with a multitude of entrées and main courses. With cutting edge decor, candy colours and new veranda, dinner at the Spices Garden is a whole new experience, revealing the many different facets of Vietnamese cuisine and its finest specialties from both North and South. Spring rolls from the north, prawns with lemongrass from Hue region, Saigon chicken, plus an infinite variety of ways of preparing beef including a recipe formerly used for cooking tiger meat. Utterly unique, from its decor to the quality of the cuisine, this restaurant astonishes even Vietnamese guests.

Angelina

The concept of "wining and dining" comes to life at Hanoi's most chic Italian restaurant and lounge. With avant-garde design, a "who's who" guest list, live DJ music and a wine cellar filled with rare vintages and top-shelf labels, Angelina is the venue for sumptuous cuisine, champagne cocktails, and evening soirées to remembered.

Angelina at the Hotel Metropole Hanoi has recruited one of Macao's finest Italian chefs, Ivan Negro, to supply some panache to the city's Italian aspirations. More than just a restaurant, Angelina is Hanoi’s hip hotspot! Where all Hanoi meets up to sample wine, Italian spirits, new and original cocktails, martinis and rare cigars. Often a crowd of over 100 people gather outside on the pavement to wait for a table, an eclectic population, a cross-section of society including travellers of all nationalities, officials and local celebrities, Hanoi’s most fashionable hairdresser, the deputy director of the hotel… No two nights are ever the same at Angelina– it’s all about spontaneity. This Italian restaurant and wine bar is now the place to be in Hanoi for anyone who looking for an exceptional wining and dining experience with creative conceptual cuisine. Colourful and attractive, the food is a reflection of the setting.

Fitness

The So FIT by Sofitel centre in the hotel's inner garden, directly accessible from the pool, has been completely redesigned to become the primary luxury fitness centre in Vietnam, exclusively reserved for hotel guests.

So Fit

The So FIT by Sofitel centre in the hotel's inner garden, directly accessible from the pool, has been completely redesigned to become the primary luxury fitness centre in Vietnam.

The So FIT area has been completely revamped to become the n° 1 Luxury fitness centre in Vietnam, exclusively reserved for hotel guests. The Metropole specially ordered Life Fitness bikes and Lifestride advanced cardiovascular equipment in addition to running treadmill, elliptical bikes and step machines. Each machine is equipped with its own LCD television allowing the guest to exercise while watching the news or favourite tv program. Personal training services are available from So FIT staff.

Relaxation

The Metropole latest addition, Le Spa is one of the essential features of a Sofitel Legend today. Le Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to well-being, disconnected from the outside world, ideal for recharging body and soul.

Le Spa Du Metropole

The Metropole latest addition, Le Spa is one of the essential features of a Sofitel Legend today. Veritable antidote to frenetic urban agitation, the stress of daily life or a long voyage, Le Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to well-being, disconnected from the outside world, ideal for recharging body and soul.

Opened in July 2009, Le Spa du Metropole is a tastefully decorated slice of heaven, one that welcomes guests to royal spa treatment and respite from the grueling workday. Located in the centre of the hotel, Le Spa combines the relaxing atmosphere of a select luxury hotel, and the practical amenities of city life. In about 400 square metre space, Le Spa offers 2 therapy booths, 2 thematic spa suites for couples, 4 individually designed spa suites, one foot massage booth, a humid zone with steam bath, sauna and showers, a relaxation room, hall and reception. The treatments combine ancient beauty secrets and holistic rituals from the East, artfully blended with contemporary methods of the West, using Clarins and Ytsara spa products complemented by exclusive oil blends created by Laurent Severac, a French renowned perfumer. Specially, Ytsara is only used in 5 star hotel and luxury spa in Asia. And therapists of ACCOR also invented 7 exclusive spa treatments which will give you the unparalleled tranquility and a luxurious experience that is uniquely Metropole. Well-being cocktails and delicious spa cuisine are also available. A combination of spa treatments and healthy cuisine to rediscover harmony.

Come experience the soothing sounds, rejuvenating aromas, and relaxing touches of Le Spa du Metropole, a sanctuary disconnected from the outside world—perfect for recharging the mind, body and soul. 

• Broadband Internet access
• Individual air-conditioning control
• In-room safety box
• Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
• Contemporary bathroom