Lighthouse Sky Bar
Lighthouse Sky Bar sits on the top three levels of La Siesta Premium Hang Be Hotel, structured like a ship across rooftop terraces with West Lake views in the distance. Happy hour from 5 PM to 6:30 PM cuts prices on a cocktail menu built around house-infused spirits: jasmine-tea vodka, rosemary gin, wampee-infused tequila. The garden-in-the-clouds concept is not just marketing. The plant density up here genuinely changes the atmosphere.
What to Expect
Three tiers of rooftop terrace connected by stairs, with plants, fairy lights, and views that improve the higher you go. The cocktail list is more interesting than a typical hotel bar. Service is polished.
Lush and romantic. Three tiers of rooftop garden with thoughtful cocktails. One of Hanoi's better-kept secrets.
Ambient and chill. Background music only.
Smart casual. The hotel crowd sets the standard.
Sunset cocktails, date nights, anyone wanting a rooftop bar without a DJ at full volume.
Cash or Mastercard. No American Express.
Price Range
Cocktails from 215,000 VND. Beer and soft drinks from 90,000 VND. Happy hour discounts 5-6:30 PM.
Cocktails: from ~€8. Beer: from ~€3.40.
Hours
Daily 5 PM to midnight.
Insider Tip
Happy hour is real and worth timing your arrival for. The Mastercard is accepted but American Express is not. Book ahead for sunset on weekends.
Full Review
Three levels of rooftop terrace on La Siesta Premium Hang Be Hotel, structured like a ship and dense with plants that genuinely change the atmosphere. The garden-in-the-clouds marketing is not just copy; the plant density up here creates something different from a standard concrete rooftop. The cocktail menu is built around house-infused spirits: jasmine-tea vodka, rosemary gin, and wampee-infused tequila. Happy hour from 5 to 6:30 PM cuts prices meaningfully.
The crowd is couples, small groups, and hotel guests who discovered the bar and stayed. The atmosphere is romantic and unhurried, with ambient background music keeping things calm. Each of the three tiers offers slightly different views, improving as you climb. Fairy lights, plant arrangements, and thoughtful seating make the design feel considered rather than accidental. Service is polished and attentive.
Among Hanoi's rooftop bars, Lighthouse distinguishes itself through the garden concept and the infused-spirit cocktail program. Summit Lounge at the Pan Pacific has broader views. The InterContinental Sunset Bar has the lake pavilion drama. Lighthouse has the plants, the intimacy, and cocktails that try harder than the competition.
Happy hour from 5 to 6:30 PM is genuine and worth timing around. Book ahead for sunset on weekends. Mastercard accepted; American Express is not. The three tiers reward exploration.
The Neighborhood
The hotel sits in the area between the Old Quarter and West Lake, offering a rooftop perspective that bridges the two neighborhoods. The garden concept draws from Hanoi's tropical vegetation in a way that feels native to the city.
Getting There
On Hang Be Street, walkable from Hoan Kiem Lake in 10 minutes. Grab from West Lake takes 10-15 minutes. The hotel entrance leads to rooftop access.
Where to stay in Hanoi
Compare hotels near the nightlife districts. Free cancellation on most properties.
Other Venues in West Lake (Tay Ho)
The Hanoi Social Club
Cafe-bar in a converted villa hosting live acoustic sets, open mic nights, and art exhibitions. Draws a creative expat crowd and stays open late on weekends.
Standing Bar
Japanese-style standing bar near the lake with a curated whiskey selection and small plates. A low-key spot for serious drinkers, not a party crowd.
Savage Club
EDM-focused nightclub that books international DJs on weekends. Cover charges apply on big nights and the crowd skews young and local.
InterContinental Sunset Bar
Lakeside bar at the InterContinental Hanoi Westlake with the water right below you. Premium pricing at 200,000-400,000 VND for cocktails, best visited at golden hour.