- Developer
- Hilton (Waldorf Astoria brand)
- Status
- Handed over
- Location
- Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi
- Address
- 1 Le Thanh Tong, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi
- Towers
- 1
- Units
- 187
- Handover
- Opened 1999; renovated and rebranded
- Ownership
- Hotel – no units for sale
Updated
Amenities
Waldorf Astoria Hanoi occupies the seven-storey building at 1 Le Thanh Tong Street, right beside the Hanoi Opera House, that operated as the Hilton Hanoi Opera from 1999. After closing in December 2022 for a full renovation, it reopened under Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria brand with about 187 rooms, down from the original 269. It is a hotel only; rooms are not sold.
Quick facts
| Location | 1 Le Thanh Tong, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi (formerly Hoan Kiem District) |
|---|---|
| Operator | Hilton (Waldorf Astoria brand) |
| Opened | 1999 as Hilton Hanoi Opera; reopened as Waldorf Astoria |
| Building | Seven floors, colonial-style |
| Rooms | About 187 (269 before the renovation) |
| Ownership | Hotel – no units for sale |
Location
The hotel stands next to the Opera House at the end of Trang Tien Street in the French Quarter. Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter are a short walk, the National Museum of Vietnamese History about 700 m, and Noi Bai Airport around 40–60 minutes by car.
What you get
The renovation cut the room count to give larger rooms and suites, many looking onto the Opera House. As the Hilton it was named Vietnam’s Leading Hotel by the World Travel Awards five years running.
- Outdoor pool facing the Opera House
- Spa and fitness centre
- Several restaurants and bars
- Ballroom and meeting rooms
- Executive lounge
- Steps from Trang Tien Street
Prices and buying
There is nothing to buy here. Apartments in the French Quarter are scarce; buyers usually look in Ba Dinh, Tay Ho or newer towers to the west of the city.
Renting and holiday use
Expect top-end Hanoi pricing following the Waldorf Astoria relaunch; check current rates directly with the hotel.
Pros and cons
- Pros: prime French Quarter address next to the Opera House, fully renovated, international luxury brand
- Cons: premium prices, central traffic, no long-stay apartments
Who it suits
Luxury travellers and business visitors who want to stay in the heart of the French Quarter.
Sources and further reading
Figures on this page come from the developer’s or operator’s published information and local press, including history and rebrand (Wikipedia), original rooms and floors (Meetings & Conventions), hotel profile (Experience Travel Group). Prices, handover dates and rental terms change often – always confirm the current details with the developer or a licensed agent before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hilton Hanoi Opera still open?
The building now operates as Waldorf Astoria Hanoi after a renovation that began in December 2022.
Where is it?
At 1 Le Thanh Tong Street, next to the Hanoi Opera House.
How many rooms are there now?
About 187, down from 269 before the renovation.
When did the original hotel open?
In 1999.
Can I buy a unit?
No, it is a hotel.
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