📍Mercure Hanoi La Gare: An Honest Review. (2024.)
WONDERING WHETHER STAYING AT MERCURE HANOI LA GARE IS WORTH IT?
Hanoi, in Vietnam’s north, is the country’s vibrant capital. Compared to every other place we visited during our one-month trip throughout the Southeast Asian nation, this one evokes a vastly different feel where its Communist political values are much more present than anywhere else we went. It was a stark contrast to everything else we experienced, but with the beauty and charm of Old Quarter and the starting point for many tours, this unique Vietnamese City is a must-visit.
For those looking for somewhere to stay with 4-star luxury while exploring its many sights, the Mercure Hanoi La Gare is a solid choice, particularly for brief visitors to the capital. Here is my detailed review of what we liked and disliked about our one-night stay.
Mercure Hanoi La Gare.
- 4-star luxury hotel.
- 4.5/5 from 1596 Google Reviews.
Mercure Hanoi La Gare: Review Overview.
In this comprehensive and detailed review of our stay at Mercure Hanoi La Gare, I delve deep into everything positive about our experience here and address a few areas that required improvement, touching on factors such as the room presentation and ambience, facilities, dining options, location, the type of people this hotel is suitable for and whether we would stay here again.
Is Mercure Hanoi La Gare Worth Visiting?
Yes and no. Mercure Hanoi La Gare has lovely well-appointed rooms that are modern, clean, comfy and generously spacious with elegant bathrooms that include a dual-use rain shower and full-sized bathtub, providing a luxurious place to return to after a day exploring the sights.
Its location is another positive. For those who don’t want to stay in the chaotic hustle and bustle of Old Quarter, the hotel lies just outside of it, but also within reasonably close proximity to several of the city’s other top attractions, such as the Vietnam Military History Museum, Vietnam National Museum Of History, and Hoa Lo Prison along with the train station being nearby.
However, while it does have these things going for it, there are some downsides to it. While many other accommodation options facilitate a pool, especially those with the same star rating, this one does not. That is a notable downside of the hotel, considering Vietnam is infamous for its hot and humid climate, and having a swimming pool to return to is a fantastic respite after sweating relentlessly outside.
Because of that, I think Mercure Hanoi La Gare is best suited for travellers planning a short trip to the capital who are more intent on exploration than on spending much downtime at the hotel.
Rooms.
General Overview & Room Amenities.
- 100 non-smoking rooms in 4 configurations ranging from 20m2 to 35m2.
- 9 storeys.
- Free wifi.
- LCD TV.
- Italian Rain Shower.
- Courtesy tea/coffee tray.
Our Room. – Standard Queen Sized Bed.
✔️ Pros.
- Light and airy room with modern contemporary design.
- The bed was delightfully comfortable.
- Generously spacious with a large size wardrobe wall unit offered plenty of space to put belongings and had a full-length mirror on it.
- Dedicated furniture for luggage so we didn’t have to put one of our suitcases on the floor, thus providing easier access to them.
- It was was immaculately clean.
- Gorgeous bathroom equipped with three-way use shower/ rain shower and step-in bathtub and bum gun.
- Stunning detailed glass corner separating the bedroom and the bathroom
- Double-glazed windows and soundproof walls meant it was nice and quiet for sleeping.
❌ Cons.
- The bathroom was slightly on the small side, but not inconveniently so.
- Our room had a view, but it wasn’t the best.
- Even though the barndoor windows look like they’d open, they have been locked.
Facilities & Services.
- 1 Restaurant & Bar. – Brasserie Le Pavillion.
- Fitness Centre.
Mercure Hanoi La Gare Restaurant.
✔️ Pros.
- Buffett Breakfast.
- Reasonable selection.
- Bright and airy.
❌ Cons.
- Not great at showing allergens and food for people with specific dietary requirements.
Other Hotel Pros & Cons.
✔️ Pros.
- Humbly modern reception.
- Sun terrace.
❌ Cons.
- There’s no pool! This was the only place that we stayed that had no swimming pool. Given that Vietnam is a very hot and humid country, having such a facility is always nice to come back to after having sweat pour out of your armpits all day.
Staff.
✔️ Pros.
- We didn’t have much interaction with the staff at Mercure Hanoi La Gare, but the times we did, they were always friendly and welcoming.
❌ Cons.
- None.
Location.
✔️ Pros.
- Excellent location.
- Only a 10-minute walk away from the tourist mecca of Old Quarter and attractions such as Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple.
- Also within walking distance of the Vietnam Military History Museum, Vietnam National Museum Of History, and Hoa Lo Prison.
- 200 away from the train station.
❌ Cons.
- Not in Hanoi Old Quarter which means tour companies may not pick you up from your hotel as they usually only do so from within Old Quarter.
Overall Impressions.
Our overall impression of Mercure Hanoi La Gare was mostly positive. The spacious and modern rooms provided a welcoming, comfortable and spacious place to come back to after a long day of travelling. Despite lacking certain facilities, such as a pool which is always a great reprieve from the heat and humidity, the cleanliness and quietness of the accommodations meant that it was adequate sufficient for our one-night stay.
We also liked its location and that while it wasn’t in the heart of Old Quarter, it was still within close distance to it and many of the attractions both there outside of that tourist hotspot, so I wouldn’t recommend it for people staying for more than a couple of days, I think it’s a lovely hotel for those only visiting the capital for a short period and who favour going longer than staying inside.
Who Is The Resort Most Suitable For?
- People who are visiting the capital for short periods.
- Folks who like no-frills luxury.
- Those catching the train 200m away.
Mercure Hanoi La Gare: FAQs.
Does Mercure Hanoi La Gare have a pool?
No, this hotel does not have a pool, which is unfortunate as the country is famous for its unrelenting heat and humidity and a pool is nice to come back to for cooling off. They do, however, have baths.
Conclusion: Honest Mercure Hanoi La Gare Review.
For people making short visits to Vietnam’s vibrant capital city of Hanoi, Mercure Hanoi La Gare is a great choice for those looking for a clean, spacious, comfortable and modern hotel without all the frills.
