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Sao Mai Boutique Hotel

A 4-star stay in Hanoi's Dong Da district, within a 25-minute stroll of Hoa Lo Prison and the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.

  • Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 1,896 reviews
  • Staff service rated 9.7/10
  • Located in the Dong Da district
9.3 Perfect 1896 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 1896 reviews

About

Sao Mai Boutique Hotel

Sao Mai Boutique Hotel sits in the Dong Da district of Hanoi, about a 25-minute walk from both Hoa Lo Prison and the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. The 4-star property offers luggage storage and an on-site restaurant, along with a range of amenities including a business centre and meeting facilities.

Guest ratings are consistently strong, with a 9.3 overall score from nearly 1,900 reviews. Staff service is the highlight at 9.7, while room comfort and value also score well above the area average of 8.1.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Excellent staff service — Guests consistently rate the staff at 9.7 out of 10, suggesting attentive and helpful service throughout the stay.
  • Comfortable and well-rated rooms — Rooms earn a 9.4 rating, indicating a high level of comfort and quality in the accommodation itself.
  • Good value for money — With a value score of 9.2, guests feel the hotel offers fair pricing for what is provided.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Facilities score slightly lower — While still positive, the facilities category at 8.6 is the lowest rating, suggesting some areas may feel less modern or extensive than other aspects of the hotel.
  • Walk to main sights — Hoa Lo Prison and the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre are both about a 25-minute walk away, which may be longer than some guests prefer.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, so travellers with animals will need to look elsewhere.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Superior Double Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Executive Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Junior Suite

  • 2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Executive Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Family Suite

  • 2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Car hire
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee shop
  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Children's buffet
  • Welcome drink
  • Mini-bar

Business & Events

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Electric kettle
  • Free toiletries
  • Ironing facilities
  • Parquet floor

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
Perfect 1896 reviews

Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 1,896 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 1896 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Hanoi

The property sits in Hanoi.

Hoa Lo Prison: A 25-minute walk from the hotel, this historic site offers insight into Vietnam's colonial and wartime history.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre: Located about 25 minutes away on foot, this theatre is a popular spot for traditional Vietnamese water puppet performances.

23 Ngo Thong Phong, Hanoi, Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
58 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, on-site parking is available.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Does the hotel offer airport transfer?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.

The bottom line

Sao Mai Boutique Hotel is a solid choice for travellers who value attentive service and comfortable rooms in Hanoi's Dong Da district, with easy access to key sights on foot.

9.3Trusted based on guest ratings and location

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