Especen Hotel - The Original Chain offers air conditioned accommodations 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 walk 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the 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 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Iyengar
    India India
    Location is very convenient. Room was spacious and clean.
  • Kristopher
    Philippines Philippines
    The place is neat and its just enough for a trip in Hanoi where you don’t really have to stay much at the hotel room. it provided comfort and security
  • Flavius
    Belgium Belgium
    For the price of this hotel, everything is just perfect. The staff was so helpful, and at any time of the day.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Especen Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports 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 available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese

Property practices

This property told us they've 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 1:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs 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
Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

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

FAQs about Especen Hotel

  • Check-in at Especen Hotel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Especen Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Hanoi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Especen Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

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

  • Room options at Especen Hotel include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Twin