Hanoi seeks to increase number of accommodation establishments
The capital city of Hanoi is working to build a greater number of accommodation establishments and call for more luxury projects to meet the increasing demands of tourists.
The capital city of Hanoi is working to build a greater number of accommodation establishments and calling for more luxury projects to meet the increasing demands of tourists (Photo: vietbao.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – The capital city of Hanoi is working to build a greater numberof accommodation establishments and call for more luxury projects to meet the increasingdemands of tourists.
The cityis currently home to nearly 3,500 accommodation facilities, with more than60,800 rooms. Notably, there are 67 hotels with between three- to five-starratings, seven luxury condotel complexes, as well as about 10,860 houses beingleased to foreigners.
In 2018,Hanoi welcomed 26.31 million visitors, including more than 6 millionforeigners.
The number of visitors to Hanoi in the first three months of this yearis estimated at more than 7.47 million visitors, a rise of 10.6 percent year-on-year,announced the municipal Department of Tourism.
Of the figure, there are nearly 5.6 million domestic visitors and 1.88 millionforeign tourists, up 9 and 15.5 percent over the previous year,respectively.
The city’s tourism sector is projected to earn over 26.95 billion VND (1.16million USD) in the period, representing a year-on-year surge of 32 percent.
In 2019, Hanoi aims to lure more than 28.9million tourists, up 10.1 percent over 2018, including over 7 million foreignvisitors, up 17 percent. Tourism revenue for the year is expected to rise by 34percent to hit 103.8 trillion VND (4.46 billion USD).
Accordingto the municipal Department of Tourism, the city needs an additional 38,000rooms by 2025 to meet the demand of holidaymakers. At present, as many as 75projects have received investment or are currently underway, of which 13projects are expected to complete this year.
In 2018, the US-based Time magazine listed Hanoias one of the top eight destinations for all visitors, while Mastercard namedit in the top 10 Southeast Asian cities with the highest number of businessvisitors, and Airbnb highlighted Hanoi as one of the two Vietnamese cities withthe highest number of booked rooms.–VNA
Secretary of the Party Committee of Hanoi Hoang Trung Hai has asked the city’s tourism sector to invest further in the development of tourism products and infrastructure in order to promote the city’s image and attract more tourists.
As many as 300 students in Hanoi will promote cultural and historical values of the local tourist attractions when joining the “Supporting Thang Long-Hanoi Tourism” programme launched by the municipal Department of Tourism on March 22.
A workshop on drawing high-spending and long-stay tourists took place in Hanoi on May 2 as part of the two-day Vietnam Private Sector Economic Forum 2019, with participants suggesting a range of measures to develop the sector.
Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Real Estate Association (VNREA) Nguyen Manh Ha has stated that there is still room for resort real estate to develop, especially in new markets.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
The capital city of Hanoi is working to build a greater number of accommodation establishments and calling for more luxury projects to meet the increasing demands of tourists (Photo: vietbao.vn) 
