Featured Hotels Near Yen Phu Temple

Thang Long Hotel is a top choice just a 5-minute walk from Yen Phu Temple, blending traditional Vietnamese architecture with modern comforts. Its courtyard-facing rooms offer serene views of temple rooftops and ancient trees, perfect for morning coffee rituals. The hotel provides complimentary shuttles to the Old Quarter metro station and features a tranquil garden space ideal for reflection. Stay here to immerse in Hanoi’s centuries-old spiritual ambiance.

Yen Phu Temple is centrally located in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, making it highly accessible. Take the Hanoi Light Rail to "Sai Gon Station" (5-min walk), or use ride-hailing apps like Grab or Be for a 5-minute electric moto ride. For an authentic experience, rent a bicycle along the Red River embankment—perfect for exploring local life, morning joggers, and traditional bamboo houses while avoiding traffic congestion.

Participate in daily morning blessing ceremonies at 6:30 AM led by local monks—a profound insight into Vietnamese Buddhist tradition. Nearby, the Hanoi Craft Market (open weekends) offers hands-on workshops to make traditional paper umbrellas or spiritual talismans, plus basic Sanskrit chants. For history lovers, guided tours reveal exquisite 17th-century wooden Buddha carvings within the temple, rich in religious symbolism and craftsmanship.