Pan Pacific Hanoi is a polished luxury hotel on the edge of West Lake, with sweeping views over the water and a calmer feel than many of Hanoi’s more central city hotels. It is a strong choice for travellers who want space, comfort and a more relaxed setting, while still being within easy reach of the main sights by taxi.
The overall atmosphere is refined and contemporary, with a large, impressive lobby and a more international five-star feel than a boutique Hanoi stay. It suits travellers who prefer a full-service hotel with a sense of polish and ease.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with large windows, marble bathrooms, good bedding and a smart contemporary style softened by Vietnamese touches. Many rooms have particularly appealing views over West Lake or Truc Bach Lake, which add a lot to the overall experience.
Some guests note that certain room details feel a little less fresh than the best newer luxury hotels, but overall the rooms are well maintained and comfortable, and the outlook is a real strength.
Dining is a major feature here. Pacifica offers all-day international dining, Ming focuses on Cantonese cuisine, and The Summit rooftop bar is one of the hotel’s standout attractions, with broad views across the lakes and city skyline.
Location is very good for travellers who want a quieter base. The hotel sits close to Tran Quoc Pagoda and West Lake, while the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake are still easily reached by car. It is not as walkable for central sightseeing as a Hoan Kiem hotel, but it offers a more restful setting.
Facilities include an indoor pool, spa, fitness centre, club lounge and the broader services expected of a luxury city hotel.
Reviews consistently praise the views, breakfast, service and overall comfort. Guests particularly like the lakeside setting and rooftop bar.
Bottom Line: Pan Pacific Hanoi is a comfortable and well-rounded luxury hotel, ideal for travellers wanting lake views, strong dining and a quieter high-end base in Hanoi.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
1x Deluxe Room
Hotel
Sister to the Katha and from the same yard delivered in 2013, the only difference with the Katha is an enclosed air conditioned dining room insisted on by an American charterer.
Originally on the Mekong in 2015 Pandaw transferred her to the Red River in North Vietnam. In fact the enclosed dining room has proved useful as it can be cold up there in winter.
The ship has quality mountain bikes for your independent exploration.
Facilities:
- 10 main deck staterooms and 6 upper deck staterooms
- Air-conditioned panorama dining room
- Spacious, open-air lounge
- Observation deck
- Lounge bar
- 24hrs hospitality bar
- Fair-trade Shop
- Guest relation desk
- Library with contemporary and classic literature
- Hair Dryers in all cabins
10 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Cruise Ship
Pan Pacific Hanoi is a polished luxury hotel on the edge of West Lake, with sweeping views over the water and a calmer feel than many of Hanoi’s more central city hotels. It is a strong choice for travellers who want space, comfort and a more relaxed setting, while still being within easy reach of the main sights by taxi.
The overall atmosphere is refined and contemporary, with a large, impressive lobby and a more international five-star feel than a boutique Hanoi stay. It suits travellers who prefer a full-service hotel with a sense of polish and ease.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with large windows, marble bathrooms, good bedding and a smart contemporary style softened by Vietnamese touches. Many rooms have particularly appealing views over West Lake or Truc Bach Lake, which add a lot to the overall experience.
Some guests note that certain room details feel a little less fresh than the best newer luxury hotels, but overall the rooms are well maintained and comfortable, and the outlook is a real strength.
Dining is a major feature here. Pacifica offers all-day international dining, Ming focuses on Cantonese cuisine, and The Summit rooftop bar is one of the hotel’s standout attractions, with broad views across the lakes and city skyline.
Location is very good for travellers who want a quieter base. The hotel sits close to Tran Quoc Pagoda and West Lake, while the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake are still easily reached by car. It is not as walkable for central sightseeing as a Hoan Kiem hotel, but it offers a more restful setting.
Facilities include an indoor pool, spa, fitness centre, club lounge and the broader services expected of a luxury city hotel.
Reviews consistently praise the views, breakfast, service and overall comfort. Guests particularly like the lakeside setting and rooftop bar.
Bottom Line: Pan Pacific Hanoi is a comfortable and well-rounded luxury hotel, ideal for travellers wanting lake views, strong dining and a quieter high-end base in Hanoi.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
Hotel
