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125 Years of a Legend
Marking a landmark moment in its storied journey since 1901, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi proudly unveils its 125th anniversary celebration, honouring a timeless heritage while embracing the future. Presented under the theme “Celebrating 125 Years of a Legend,” this milestone reflects the hotel’s timeless elegance, French zest and art de vivre, as well as an iconic status as a living legend.
Throughout 2026, the hotel will present a thoughtfully curated programme of immersive, one-of-a-kind experiences – bringing together culture, artistry, entertainment, gastronomy, and hospitality to elevate experiential luxury in Hanoi.
Inspired by the Metropole’s rich legacy and guided by Sofitel Legend’s defining values, the celebration unfolds across four distinctive chapters.
Chapter 1: Unveiling Our Heritage
A tribute to timeless elegance, storied history, and enduring legacy.
Chapter 2: Re-Discover Our Culture
A dialogue between cultures, celebrating cross-cultural exchange and local immersion.
Chapter 3: The Grand Celebration
A landmark moment of refined festivity and iconic celebration for our guests and Friends of Legend.
Chapter 4: The Most Exuberant Festive Season
A joyful finale marked by festive grandeur and unforgettable moments.
Live the Legend Experience
Embrace quiet luxury and create treasured memories with “Live the Legend Experience” – a curated stay inspired by Metropole’s 125-year legacy.
Celebrate exclusively with lavish breakfast, a Vietnamese buffet lunch for two, and a guided Path of History & Bomb Shelter Tour. Indulge more with early check-in, late check-out, and a room upgrade to leisurely experience the Grand Dame at her finest.
Walk in the Footsteps of Icons
Reside where our most illustrious residents once stayed.
Our three storied Legendary Suites hold the secrets of Charlie Chaplin’s 1936 honeymoon along with the literary inspirations of Graham Greene – who immortalised the hotel in his famous novel “The Quiet American” – and Somerset Maugham with his travel memoir “The Gentleman in the Parlour.”
Within these iconic walls, close your eyes and listen closely to the whispers of history.
Enjoy a Liquid Memoir at Bamboo Bar
Discover the captivating “Carnet de Voyage” cocktail collection, inspired by the 1920s journey across Indochina and beyond envisioned for the Metropole’s co-founder and first “directeur” André Ducamp.
Retrace his path as you lounge by the pool with expertly crafted cocktails – each a distilled memory blending exotic flavours with the charm of a bygone era.
Savour French Fine Dining at
a 125-Year-Old Landmark
Operating in its current space since 1901, Le Beaulieu is believed to be the oldest continually operating restaurant in Vietnam. It is renowned for serving modern French cuisine with nods to classical flavours and an emphasis on seasonality and superior ingredients.
Savour chef-driven French haute cuisine paired with curated selections from one of the city’s most extensive wine cellars.
A Toast to Our Luminaries
Embark on a celebration of taste and nostalgia with Le Club Bar and Bamboo Bar’s delightful cocktails that take inspiration from cultural icons Charlie Chaplin, Graham Greene, and the Metropole’s founder and first General Manager André Ducamp.
Playful in spirit yet layered with emotion, these creations pay tribute to their roles in the hotel’s storied history – all beautifully in tune with the elegant, nostalgic ambiance of Le Club Bar.
The 125th Anniversary Collection
Inspired by the Metropole’s storied 125-year legacy, explore curated Metropole-branded offerings and exclusive special editions at the luxury gift shop La Boutique and the gourmet deli and patisserie L’Epicerie – refined keepsakes to take home.
Wherever you may be, easily send these legendary Metropole experiences with our e-vouchers. Our curated selection would be ideal for any occasion, offering a seamless way to share the gift of luxury in just a few clicks.
