Where to Base
Tay Ho is the top choice for high-end hotels and serviced apartments. With a large expat population and comprehensive facilities, it offers a quiet, international environment ideal for discerning travelers.
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Tay Ho
Tay Ho District sits on the northern edge of Hanoi, wrapping around West Lake, one of Vietnam's largest natural lakes. It is a premier high-end residential area with a significant expatriate community, offering excellent infrastructure including international schools, hospitals, and a vibrant scene of Western restaurants and boutiques. For frequent travelers seeking upscale accommodation, Tay Ho provides a serene yet connected base, blending lakefront tranquility with modern amenities and easy access to central Hanoi.
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Getting there & around
Ⓜ️ Cát Linh Station🚆 Hanoi railway stationⓂ️ Chùa Hà railway station🚆 Long Biên railway stationⓂ️ Cầu Giấy StationⓂ️ Hanoi Vietnam National University StationⓂ️ La Thành StationⓂ️ Thái Hà Station
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Getting Around
The district is compact enough for walking or short taxi rides to enjoy the lakefront. Infrastructure is mature, providing convenient connections to central Hanoi and other key attractions.
Best Season
Hanoi's pleasant weather makes it ideal for exploring West Lake. Outdoor dining and lakeside strolls are at their best, allowing guests to fully enjoy the area's upscale leisure atmosphere.
Nearby attractions
West Lake
lake in Hanoi, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
national mausoleum in Hanoi, Vietnam
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
old imperial citadel in Hanoi, Vietnam
Trấn Quốc Pagoda
Buddhist temple in Hanoi
Ba Ðình Square
square in Hanoi, Vietnam
Van Mieu, Temple of Literature
complex of monuments in Hanoi, temple of literature
One Pillar Pagoda
Guanyin temple in Hanoi, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh Museum
museum in Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
museum in Hanoi, Vietnam
Hàng Đẫy Stadium
stadium in Hanoi, Vietnam
Nhật Tân Bridge
bridge in Vietnam
Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts
museum in Hanoi, Vietnam, showcasing Vietnam's fine arts from every historical period
Dining
Chào Bạn (98 To Ngoc Van Street)
In keeping with its name, which means "hello, friend" in Vietnamese, Chào Bạn is welcoming and easy-going. In the kitchen, chef Madame Hang gives traditional Vietnamese recipes a new spin with creativity and aplomb. Her nem rán cua (crab spring rolls) deliver balanced flavours and contrasting textures. The đặc biệt section, which includes prawns in coconut cream, or lacquered pork ribs, is a treasure trove of her creative signature dishes.
WebsiteGia
Gia đình, meaning "family", is a reference to chef Sam Tran and partner Long Tran's longing for their homeland during their years working abroad. The restaurant decor draws inspiration from the Temple of Literature just across the road. A single tasting menu is offered, showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients and drawing inspiration from the rich heritage of traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Deceptively complex, the beautifully crafted dishes showcase well-judged combinations of subtle flavours, with acidity and texture playing prominent roles.
WebsiteTầm Vị
Now with a two-storey expansion and lush courtyard, English-speaking staff and a photo menu, this vintage tea house is more tourist-friendly. It retains its North Vietnamese charm with antique decor, artwork and a rustic elegance, and continues to impart the essence of Vietnamese cuisine. Highlights include chả ốc (ham with periwinkle snails) served with herbs, vegetables, vermicelli and fish sauce, and the subtle crab soup with malabar spinach in a clear broth.
1946 Cua Bac
Named after a significant year in Vietnamese history, this easy-to-find restaurant sits tucked away in a narrow alley, marked by its bright yellow-and-green townhouse. Nostalgic décor, old wooden tables and vintage photographs add to the charm. Start with the green banana blossom salad with beef, a refreshing combination of tender meat and sweet-sour dressing. The signature fried crab and rice porridge hot pot is the main draw, bringing together crab, pigeon, beef balls and vegetables in a naturally sweet, comforting broth. English menus are available, and booking ahead is recommended.
WebsiteMammom
Built on devotion, this kitchen pays homage to the traditional home cooking of Vietnamese mothers. The chef brings a decade of experience to bear in a repertoire of nearly 100 dishes covering Southern, Central and Northern specialities, each gently cooked with authentic seasonings that preserves their rustic character. In the clam broth, brightened with tomato and pineapple, the clams are deliciously tender, and sweet and sour flavours are expertly balanced.
WebsiteTuyết Bún Chả 34
This stall is famous for its bún chả (rice noodles with fresh herbs and pork), chargrilled to order. Dip the noodles in the flavoursome broth and feel free to order an extra spring roll for added crunchiness.
Hemispheres Steak & Seafood Grill
Embark on a culinary journey around the world with the freshest ingredients from the northern and southern hemispheres, as well as the east and the west. Tailor your itinerary across the continent, possibly with house-marinated Atlantic salmon from the north-west, or grilled New Zealand rack of lamb from the south-east. A fine selection of world-class premium beef steaks, complemented by assorted seafood, creates an appealing “surf and turf” feast. The views over West Lake offer a slice of tranquillity amidst the urban turmoil.
WebsitePhở Khôi Hói
Khôi Hói means bald head, referring to the owner’s hairstyle. Come here for phở – beef noodle soup. There are many cuts to choose from, including rare cuts like beef heel muscle. You can also specify how you like your beef cooked.
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