After dark · Hanoi, Vietnam

15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Hanoi

Cloud Sky Bar Hanoi leads the night. The rest of Hanoi's best pours follow, by real review volume.

Ranked by traveler review volume across the bars and nightlife spots we track in Hanoi. Updated monthly.

  1. Cloud Sky Bar Hanoi

    BarFree entry

    Cloud Sky Bar Hanoi is a chic rooftop bar perched on the 9th floor of the JM Marvel Hotel in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter.

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  2. Solar Sky Bar

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    Solar Sky Bar is a chic rooftop venue perched above the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter, offering panoramic vistas of the city's skyline and the Red River.

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  3. Secret Bar & Pub

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    Secret Bar & Pub lives up to its name: tucked away on Ta Hien Street, it's easy to miss if you don't know where to look.

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  4. Le Ciel Bar

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    Le Ciel Bar is a rooftop venue perched above the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter.

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  5. Hanoi Blues Bar _ Tạ Hiện

    BarFree entry

    Hanoi Blues Bar is a cornerstone of Ta Hien Street, the epicenter of Hanoi's nightlife.

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  6. Lighthouse Sky Bar

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    Lighthouse Sky Bar is a stunning rooftop venue perched on the 10th floor of a building in Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter.

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  7. Upper Haven Sky Bar

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    Upper Haven Sky Bar is a popular rooftop destination perched on the 10th floor of a building in Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter.

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  8. SOL SKY BAR

    BarFree entry

    SOL SKY BAR is a glamorous rooftop bar perched atop the Solaria Hotel at 22 P.

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  9. The Haflington

    BarFree entry

    The Haflington is a popular bar nestled in the heart of Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, specifically on Hàng Mã Street, famous for its colorful decorations and local commerce.

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  10. Moonlight Sky Bar

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    Moonlight Sky Bar is a rooftop venue perched above the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter.

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  11. SkyOn9 Rooftop Westlake

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    SkyOn9 Rooftop Westlake is a premier rooftop bar located on the 9th floor of a building on Từ Hoa Công Chúa Street, overlooking the serene West Lake in Hanoi.

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  12. The Luxe Bar

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    The Luxe Bar is a sophisticated rooftop venue on the 10th floor of a building on Hàng Hành Street, in the heart of Hanoi's Hoàn Kiếm district.

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  13. The Old Well Tiki Bar

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    Hidden down a narrow alley on Tràng Thi Street, The Old Well Tiki Bar is a vibrant escape from Hanoi's bustling streets.

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  14. Nê Cocktail bar

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    Nê Cocktail Bar is a hidden gem in Hanoi's Hoan Kiem district, offering an inventive cocktail menu that draws on Vietnamese flavors.

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  15. May De Ville Lakeside Rooftop Bar

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    May De Ville Lakeside Rooftop Bar is a hidden gem perched on the 13th floor of a building overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi's historic Old Quarter.

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How we pick these

Bars, pubs and nightlife in Hanoi ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 99 places we track. Updated monthly.

Good to know

When it gets going

Most bars in Hanoi fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.

Dress codes

A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.

Getting home

Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.

Common questions

Where is the nightlife in Hanoi?+

This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Hanoi so you can find the right area for the night you want.

What time do bars close in Hanoi?+

Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.

Is Hanoi good for a night out?+

Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.

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