It's not right in the thick of things at Halong Bay, but it's not in the middle of nowhere either. Basically, it's still high end but you save a bit of money. Also, our contact at the hotel, Ms. Hu, was amazing in helping us since it was wet (bit of a bummer, but not unexpected) and we needed lots... More

This hotel had many neat aspects! the rooftop bar had an amazing view with a neat vibe being behind the huge sign. We were sad we only got to stay one night here. The breakfast was very good but crowded when we went. The room was gorgeous.

On our Gate 1 tour this hotel was a pleasant change because it was away from the thick of things, meaning no motorycle noise or traffic. Our room had a great view, was clean, quiet and had lovely decor. The elevators are slow, but we spent most of our time up at the rooftop bar enjoying the view and great... More

We were on a tour with 37 others, Gate1 Beautiful high-rise hotel, though elevators were a bit slow. Doesn't give warmth like some other hotels. Had a nice koi pond indoors, nice that we were able to use their 2 PCs without any problems. But overall, the best hotel that we've stayed at on our tour! One big problem is... More

This is a soaring, beautiful, modern hotel with some of the most spectacular bonzais that you will see anywhere in the world. While it is spotless, it is also a little sterile. There are long waits for elevators, but this appears to be quite common in Vietnam.

This is a nice looking high-rise hotel in the rapidly developing section of Halong, Vietnam. Unlike all the other places where we as Gate 1 group tour participants stayed in Vietnam, we were not treated with a welcome drink on arrival. We found that the remote control for the TV in our room did not work, and realized that the... More

New hotel but rather sterile, rooms are good, bathroom ok, breakfast was good but there are not enough elevators. Surely there is a formula that was not used, there long delays at busy periods. You more or less trapped there because there is nothing near by so dinner at the hotel is required with mixed reviews. So stay here to... More

It was a pleasure to arrive at the Royal Lotus Hotel after a very long tiring day, and be met by smiling faces and a welcome drink. The rooms are luxurious with a day lounger by the window, wonderful bathroom, only draw back there is no switch for the electric kettle near the table, you have to either use the... More

Royal Lotus had the best swimming pool we found in Vietnam. Great for lap swimming after a long bus ride. The breakfast was excellent with a variety of options and wonderful fresh fruit. The hotel only has two elevators which isn't really enough for a large hotel so patience is a virtue. The Royal Lotus is not close to town... More