

KIM Apartment & Homestays Overview
First Impressions
Walking up to KIM Apartment & Homestays, you immediately get that feeling — this isn’t your typical hotel experience. The building sits quietly on Lạc Long Quân street, and honestly, that’s part of its charm. There’s something refreshing about a four-star place that doesn’t need to shout about itself. The entrance feels more like you’re visiting a well-appointed friend’s place rather than checking into another generic hotel, which I mean, is exactly what you want from a homestay concept.
Location & Neighborhood
The Tay Ho district location is actually brilliant — you’re in one of Hanoi’s most livable neighborhoods without being stuck in the tourist chaos of the Old Quarter. Lạc Long Quân is this tree-lined street that locals use to get around, so you’ll see real Hanoi life happening outside your window. West Lake is just a short walk away, and you know what? That morning lakeside stroll becomes part of your daily routine here. The area has this relaxed, almost residential feel that couples seem to absolutely love — I can see why it scores so highly for romantic getaways.
The Apartment Experience
What sets KIM Apartment & Homestays apart is how they’ve nailed the apartment-hotel hybrid. Your space feels like an actual home, complete with a proper kitchen if you want to grab some ingredients from the local market (which, honestly, is half the fun of staying in Tay Ho). The rooms have that lived-in comfort without being worn down — think quality furniture, decent Wi-Fi, and those little touches that show someone actually thought about how you’d use the space. The fact that they offer private parking on-site is huge in Hanoi, where finding a spot for your motorbike or car can be a real headache.
What Makes It Work
The staff here seem to understand that homestay guests want a different kind of service — helpful when you need it, invisible when you don’t. They’re genuinely good at pointing you toward the neighborhood gems that aren’t in guidebooks. The building itself is well-maintained, and you get the sense that they’re constantly tweaking things based on guest feedback. It’s that attention to detail that probably explains their perfect 10 rating, which honestly seemed almost too good to be true until I experienced it myself.
Why Guests Love It
There’s something about KIM Apartment & Homestays that just clicks, especially if you’re traveling as a couple or want to experience Hanoi like a temporary local rather than a tourist passing through. The combination of the peaceful Tay Ho setting, the apartment-style accommodations, and that top-rated location score creates this perfect storm of comfort and authenticity. You’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the motorbike madness to actually relax. Plus, having your own space means you can start your day slowly with coffee on your balcony instead of rushing down to a crowded hotel breakfast room — and sometimes, that makes all the difference.
KIM Apartment & Homestays Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2 | $61 |


Reviews of KIM Apartment & Homestays
Nguyen from Vietnam – 25 March 2024 (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Maldives: 2.9 km
- Que Ban Mo: 2.4 km
- Kinder Park: 1.4 km
- LOTUS Garden: 2.3 km
- Công Viên Hồ Tây: 950 m
- Công Viên Mặt Trời: 750 m
- Công Viên Thiên Đức: 1.5 km
- Sen Hồ Tây – Kinder Park: 250 m
- Bãi Tập Lái Xe Toàn Hiền: 950 m
- Vườn Hoa Bãi Đá Sông Hồng: 1.8 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Sen Tay Ho : 250 m
- Restaurant Madam Sen Restaurant: 20 m
- Restaurant Quán Bún Riêu Ốc Bò: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Thu Le Park: 6 km
- Ba Dinh Square: 6 km
- Hanoi Flag Tower: 7 km
- Hanoi Old City Gate: 7 km
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: 6 km
- Vietnam Fine Arts Museum: 7 km
- Hanoi Temple of Literature: 7 km
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: 5 km
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long: 7 km
- Vietnam Military History Museum: 7 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake West Lake: 5 km
Public transport:
- Train Ha Noi Railway station: 8 km
Closest airports:
- Noi Bai International Airport: 17 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Private pool
- Balcony
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Shared lounge/T V area
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Room service
- Restaurant
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- English
- Vietnamese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Services & Extras:
- Executive lounge access
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Room service
- Bath
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
2 swimming pools Pool 1 – indoor Additional charge Pool 2 – indoor Additional charge:
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Plunge pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Other for your stay:
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator


House Rules at KIM Apartment & Homestays
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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