Papilio Homestay Tay Ho

Pros +

• I had a wonderful 2-week stay at this Hanoi apartment. Located in a nice residential neighborhood near West Lake, its surrounded by all the conveniences you could need. The AC and heating worked flawlessly, and there was always plenty of hot water. I especially appreciated having access to the washing machine and the mini balcony, which was the perfect spot for morning coffee. The bed was incredibly comfy, and there was ample storage for clothes, making it easy to settle in. The owner was absolutely lovelyhelpful, kind, and fluent in English, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, despite a few minor inconveniences, I was very happy with my stay and would definitely book again.
• Very clean, tidy and bed very comfortable

Cons -

• There are a few areas for improvement: the plumbing could use an update due to a slight sewer smell, and the wet room-style shower has caused some rot. Additionally, the cleaning person hoses down the bathroom from floor to ceiling, which adds to the dampness and exacerbates the issue. The biggest downside, however, was the building's lobby below the apartment, which is used as a scooter parking area. The constant noise from scooters driving in and out, along with the petrol fumes and the gate slamming shut day and night, was quite disruptive.
• Not TV