Well-situated Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Wows Guests

10:01:39 AM | 9/27/2005

Sofitel Plaza Hanoi is the perfect location for leisure and business travelers in the Vietnamese capital combining luxury five star features, grace and elegance for which the Vietnamese culture is renowned.
 
The Japanese designed $68-million hotel has won awards for its unique “stepped” architecture and ziggag facade. Towering 20-storey above the scenic West Lake district, the Sofitel Plaza Hanoi overlooks the beautiful West Lake (Ho Tay), Truc Bach Lake and Red River (Song Hong). The Hotel is close to the fabulous colonial centre where the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum are located. It is also only 35 minutes drive to Noi Bai International Airport and 8 minutes drive to the main commercial and city centre. 
 
All of 322 carefully designed and well-appointed rooms offer a splendid floor to ceiling panoramas. Every spacious twin or double room is equipped with writing desk, satellite TV, electronic safe, IDD telephone with separate internet access and mini bar with tea and coffee-making facilities. Touches of detail add the finer points of true hospitality like duvets, soft bathrobes, slippers and quality amenities in the spacious bathroom bringing guests the feeling at home. For grand banquet and business functions, there is no better venue than the majestic Plaza Ballroom which can hold 350 people for a banquet dinner or 600 for cocktails and 500 theatre-style and is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment including wireless internet. For smaller events or break out requirements guests can choose from one of four modern meeting rooms. Each can cater for up to 40 people in a theatre - style setting.  Le Panorama on 19th floor is the perfect choice for your gala event or dinner, complete with Hanoi's best views and private terrace.
 
Sofitel Plaza Hanoi offers a wide selection of authentic gourmet delights including traditional Vietnamese and Chinese signature dishes at the Ming Palace, to Asian and Continental cuisine at Brasserie Westlake. Delegates can also enjoy live piano music at the Song Hong Bar, or experience the spectacular views at the Summit Lounge on Level 20 while sipping a refreshing cocktail. The Wave Bar and Club is ideal for a night out, with Resident DJ, themed KTV rooms, Pool table and Slot Machine Lounge. On Level 4, the Fitness Club boasts an outdoor all-weather swimming pool with a retractable roof, first-of-its-kind in Southeast Asia, allowing all year-round enjoyment. For a comprehensive workout in the gym, qualified instructors and trainers provide personalized fitness instruction in the fully equipped training room. Choose from a range of aerobic classes. Relax in the spa pools, sauna, steam bath, massage facilities and beauty treatment. Or try a health drink at the Pool Garden Cafe.
 
However, the thing that guests like to stay here is the unmistakably Vietnamese charm and hospitality. They are always received warm attention as well as first class services during staying at the hotel.
 
Mr Guillaume Cherfils, General Manager of the hotel says this makes the hotel difference to others. The staff always try their best to ensuring the quality of comfortable staying for guests. With their software-friendly, caring and warm attitude, they have lot of repeat guests because here they feel like at home, a second home they can find in Vietnam. That successfully operated hotel in Vietnam will contribute to the national tourism development as well as strengthen our hotel International image globally for the growth of the chain - He added.
 
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Thu Huyen