Vietnam’s iconic luxury hotel, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, has relaunched its historic Heritage Wing following a lengthy 21-month refurbishment.
With new interiors that maintain their traditional aesthetic, the wing introduces bespoke comfort, advanced technology and vibrant colour.
Approximately 60 percent of the wooden floors in guest rooms were either refurbished or replaced. Bathrooms were enhanced with all-new Italian marble surfaces and floors, and new bathtubs, showers, and luxurious hand-tufted carpets were installed in guest rooms and corridors.
“The timeless feel of the Heritage Wing has been carefully preserved and enhanced, offering guests an even more sophisticated, elegant and luxurious environment. It embodies a seamless transition from the past to the future, creating a profound feeling of place and warmth, with an interplay of tradition, comfort, modernism and authenticity,” said Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi General Manager George Koumendakos.
Guest room layouts remain mostly the same, but six connecting rooms have been transformed into new suites. Technological enhancements include all-new IPTV, sound bars, mood lighting, air-conditioning units, control systems, and new Wi-fi routers. The lighting system has three modes, including “work,” “relax,” and “full,” along with a nightlight button.
The original wooden staircase from the lobby to the Heritage Wing’s guest room floors remains as charming as ever but features a new artisanal antique mirrored ceiling over the reception area.
“We aimed to transcend mere design and create a timeless sanctuary of luxury and understated elegance and to craft an environment that not only appeals to the senses but leaves an indelible mark, offering an experience that captures the essence of refined living and evokes the charm of days gone by,” said Grace Soh, Managing Director of David Grace.
The Heritage Wing comprises 54 Luxury rooms, 40 Grand Luxury rooms, six Metropole suites and three Legendary suites named after former guests of the hotel: Graham Greene, Somerset Maugham and Charlie Chaplin, who famously honeymooned at the Metropole.
