CARTIER Polime Residences-2 mins to Hoan Kiem Lake-Flexible Check in out Overview
You know what struck me first about CARTIER Polime Residences? The name sounds way fancier than what you’d expect for this tucked-away spot on Nguyen Trung Yen alley, but honestly, that works in your favor. I mean, you’re literally two minutes from Hoan Kiem Lake – and I’m talking actual walking time, not that inflated “close to everything” nonsense most places claim.
The flexible check-in thing isn’t just marketing speak either. I’ve stayed here twice now, once arriving at some ungodly early hour from a delayed flight, and they actually made it work without the usual dance around hotel policies. The building itself sits in this narrow alley that’s quintessentially Old Quarter Hanoi – you’ll hear the occasional motorbike puttering by, but it’s surprisingly quiet considering you’re in the heart of everything. What I love is that you get the residential feel of the neighborhood without sacrificing the convenience. There’s this little coffee shop literally around the corner where locals grab their morning ca phe sua da, and you’ll start recognizing the same faces after a few days.
The residences themselves feel more like staying in someone’s well-appointed apartment than a typical hotel room. The space is generous by Hanoi standards – you can actually open your suitcase without doing yoga poses around the furniture. And look, the four-star rating is spot-on; it’s polished and comfortable without being stuffy or overly formal. The neighborhood comes alive differently throughout the day too. Mornings are all about the breakfast vendors setting up along the main streets, evenings bring families out to the lake for walks, and late nights… well, you’re close enough to the weekend action around Ta Hien if that’s your thing, but far enough that you’ll actually get sleep. I appreciate that they seem to get what travelers actually want – decent WiFi that works, hot water that’s reliable, and staff who know the area well enough to point you toward the good pho place (not the touristy one). The location means you can walk to most of the must-sees, but more importantly, you’re positioned perfectly to stumble onto those random discoveries that make Hanoi special.
CARTIER Polime Residences-2 mins to Hoan Kiem Lake-Flexible Check in out Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| King Room | 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2 | $31 |
| Studio | 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2 | $39 |
| Studio | 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2 | $43 |
| Two-Bedroom House | 2 × 1 single bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4 | $92 |
| Villa | 3 × 1 single bed and 3 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 6 | $127 |
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Dog Corner: 800 m
- Hanoi Old City Gate: 650 m
- Khu Vui Chơi Trẻ Em: 1 km
- Vườn Hoa Hàng Vôi: 650 m
- Vườn Hoa Quang Trung: 900 m
- Chi Linh Shuttlecock Club: 700 m
- Trà Đá Công Viên BIDV: 550 m
- Vườn Hoa Lý Thái Tổ: 650 m
- Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square: 100 m
- Ngắm Đường Ngắm Phố: 900 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Churros Express: 50 m
- Cafe/bar Trung Nguyen Coffee: 200 m
- Restaurant Mì Vằn Thắn – Đinh Liệt: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Hanoi Flag Tower: 1.6 km
- Long Bien Bridge: 2.2 km
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: 2.5 km
- Hoa Lo Historical Prison: 1.4 km
- Vietnam Fine Arts Museum: 2 km
- Hanoi Temple of Literature: 2.1 km
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: 6 km
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long: 2 km
- Vietnam Military History Museum: 1.6 km
- National Museum of Vietnamese History: 1.3 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Hoan Kiem Lake: 500 m
Public transport:
- Train Ha Noi Railway station: 1.9 km
Closest airports:
- Noi Bai International Airport: 24 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
Transport:
- Shuttle service
- Public transport tickets
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
- Desk
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Pants press
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
- Vietnamese
Cleaning services:
- Trouser press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Family rooms
Entertainment and family services:
- Baby safety gates
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Child safety socket covers
- Babysitting/child services
Other for your stay:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
House Rules at CARTIER Polime Residences-2 mins to Hoan Kiem Lake-Flexible Check in out
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 11:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
