Capella Hanoi: A Historic Victory As One Of The World’s Top One Hundred Hotels In This Year

Published on July 12, 2025

As Vietnam’s hospitality scene hits an extraordinary milestone, Capella Hanoi has established its name on the global scene, becoming one of the World’s 100 Best Hotels and one of the Top 15 City Hotels in Asia in Travel + Leisure Magazine’s highly coveted World’s Best Awards 2025. This exceptional honor not only shines the spotlight on Capella Hanoi’s peerless luxury, but puts Vietnam capital, Hanoi, solidly on the world’s luxury travel map.

With 97.87 points out of 100, Capella Hanoi was the sole hotel from Hanoi and one of only five from Vietnam to earn an award within the world list. And, thus far, Capella Hanoi stands alone among Vietnamese representatives in the Top 15 City Hotels in Asia. The impressive achievement puts Capella Hanoi on the same playing field among Asian luxury destinations with giants like Mandarin Oriental and Aman Resorts.

The hotel’s achievement comes on the heels of Capella Hotels and Resorts being named, for the third year running, the “Best Hotel Brand in the World” by Travel + Leisure. The highly coveted award is voted on by international readers, who assess their hotel experience on numerous and diverse criteria such as service, design, ambiance, value, and tailoring to their specific needs and wants.

Capella Hanoi’s success story is reflective of a broader trend in Vietnam’s growing luxury tourism sector. The country, known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and unique cultural experiences, has increasingly attracted discerning international travelers in search of refined and immersive hotel experiences. Capella Hanoi, with its distinct blend of artistry, culture, and luxury, exemplifies the best of Vietnamese hospitality at the highest level.

An Architectural and Gastronomic Wonder
Located amidst the vibrant Old Quarter of Hanoi, Capella Hanoi is a masterpiece in its own right. The mastermind behind this creation was world-class architect Bill Bensley, who has beautifully blended the lines between Art Deco and Art Nouveau to honor the colonial history of the city while injecting seamless modern chic. Taking inspiration from the grand magnificence of the Opera House, Hanoi, and reminiscing about the 1920s, this architectural wonder transports one to an era of ageless luxury.

Upon arrival, guests are treated to a remarkable union of luxury and design. The interiors of Capella Hanoi are full of detail, from its stunning chandeliers to the enriching finishes of its suites and its rooms. The architecture of the hotel embodies the intersection of Hanoi’s vibrant history and its vibrant culture today, and a place where one can truly unwind and live large.

Dining at Capella Hanoi is nothing short of exceptional. The hotel’s signature restaurant, Hibana by Koki, continues to be Vietnam’s and still the only Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant. Still maintaining its sought-after Michelin star for a third year running, Hibana by Koki offers its guests an exclusive menu that revolves around teppanyaki. The culinary magnificence of the restaurant has established its spot firmly among the region’s restaurants to dine at.

Complementing that, Capella Hanoi offers an eclectic variety of places to dine. Backstage, an upscale venue famous for its brilliant global fusion menu, has even received a coveted Michelin award, solidifying further the hotel’s credentials for gastronomic excellence. Another alternative, Izakaya by Koki, offers instead a casual, yet still excellent Japanese gastronomic experience.

In addition to its exceptional food choices, Capella Hanoi offers its guests an exceptional drinking experience on its rooftop bar, The Hudson Rooms. The vintage interior design of the chic bar comes from 1920s New York’s roaring twenties, which offers its guests an extraordinary view of the city skyline and an unrivaled selection of fine spirits. Track 61, another acclaimed bar from the hotel, was also listed on Asia’s 100 Best Bars list two years consecutively.

Wellness and Tranquility in the very center of Hanoi For those looking to unwind, Capella Hanoi is the ultimate sanctuary. The Auriga Spa is a peaceful retreat from the chaos of the city, and its treatments are crafted to revitalize and calm. From traditional Vietnamese massage to contemporary wellness, the spa’s peaceful atmosphere guarantees that every visitor departs feeling revitalized.

Also, Capella Hanoi’s La Grotta swimming pool is another distinguishing feature that separates the hotel from others. The beautifully designed pool, which takes inspiration from Vietnam’s natural surroundings, is a serene haven where guests come to relax amidst luxury and calmness.

A Testament to Vietnam’s Luxury Tourism Growth

Capella Hanoi’s placement on the World’s Best list not only honors the hotel’s superb service and architecture, but it is also an indication of Vietnam’s rising status as a luxury travel destination. The country, which combines rich cultural experience with world-class facilities, has become an increasingly desirable location among wealthy travelers in pursuit of one-of-a-kind experiences.

The rising luxury travel to Vietnam has been made possible by more overseas flights to major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, improving infrastructure, and increasingly higher numbers of luxury hotels and resorts that offer customized and experiential experiences. The success of Capella Hanoi amidst competition bears testimony to Vietnam’s capability to offer best-in-class service that exceeds this generation’s luxury traveler’s expectations. As Vietnam continues to solidify its footing on the world travel scene, Capella Hanoi’s success will no doubt encourage even greater numbers of travelers to come and explore the country, curious to experience the distinctive integration of history, culture, and luxury that distinguishes one of the planet’s most dynamic and rising hotel markets.