Hanoi, capital city of Vietnam, is located on the Red River. The city between the rivers, built from lowland, has many scenic lakes. Hanoi experiences the typical climate of Vietnam, where summers are hot and humid, and winters are relatively cool and dry.

Known to have been inhabited since 3000 BC., Hanoi served as the capital of French Indochina from 1902 to 1954. Hanoi is the cultural centre of Vietnam hosting more sites than any city in Vietnam. It has over 600 pagodas and temples and also many museums. A variety of attractions are to be found throughout the city - modern and traditional theaters, cinemas, bars, dance clubs, bowling alleys, and shopping.

There are excellent hotels in Hanoi as also resorts & boutique hotels. It is possible to book cheap hotels for those on a budget. The Nam Hai Hotel is nice and located near major tourist attractions. As are a lot of other hotels in the city center and elsewhere. You can locate hotels online and compare rates, deals discounts and locations.