HANOI, Vietnam (September 23, 2026) – Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the Grande Dame of Vietnamese hospitality, has been awarded Two MICHELIN Keys in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide, in a promotion from the hotel’s One MICHELIN Key distinction in the inaugural 2025 selection.

In its editor’s review, the MICHELIN Guide notes: “Not every hotel can get away with using the word ‘legend,’ but there’s nothing else quite like the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. There are other luxury hotels that retain their 1901-vintage façades, but few so effectively convey the sense of traveling through time.”

The Two-Key honour recognises Metropole Hanoi for delivering “an exceptional stay.”

The review further highlights the Metropole’s meticulously restored Heritage Wing, subtly modernized while remaining true to its original inspiration; the harmonious contemporary-classic Opera Wing; and the hotel’s classic Indochine-style accommodation and impeccable comfort, from lavish suites to the standard rooms. It also celebrates a wealth of dining options, including Le Beaulieu, Spice Garden and angelina.

This latest recognition comes as the hotel celebrates its 125th anniversary this year, after originally opening its doors in 1901.

The Two MICHELIN Keys recognition builds on a year of outstanding accolades. Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi earned Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious Triple Crown, an elite distinction reserved for hotels that secure the Hot List, Gold List and Readers’ Choice Awards, and was named one of Vietnam’s top city hotels in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia-Pacific 2026.

“We are deeply honoured by this promotion to Two MICHELIN Keys, which affirms the dedication of our team and the timeless excellence our guests have come to expect,” said George Koumendakos, General Manager of Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.

“As we celebrate 125 years of legendary hospitality, this distinction, together with our Triple Crown from Condé Nast Traveler and recognition by Travel + Leisure, inspires us to continue delivering exceptional experiences that honour our extraordinary past while looking boldly to the future,” Koumendakos added.

For more information or reservations, please contact Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi at +84 24 3826 6919, email metropolehanoi.info@sofitel.com or visit www.sofitel-legend-metropole-hanoi.com/.

ABOUT SOFITEL LEGEND METROPOLE HANOI

A prominent fixture in the heart of Hanoi since 1901, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has a long tradition as a luxury venue for prestigious events and a popular rendezvous for business and leisure travellers such as playwrights, ambassadors, royalty and heads of state. Blending colonial heritage with neo-classical luxury and a dash of modernity, the hotel is the first Sofitel Legend in the world and the recipient of numerous international awards for its fine service and enchanting ambience. This legendary landmark has contributed to the richness of local heritage.

The hotel includes 358 rooms that are divided into two wings – the Heritage Wing, dating back to 1901, and the neo-classical Opera Wing. There are three legendary suites that are named after famous residents and visitors to the hotel (Graham Greene, Charlie Chaplin, Somerset Maugham).

With six exquisite restaurants and bars, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi offers a diverse array of culinary experiences: Le Club Bar treats guests to its signature Metropole brasserie and iconic high tea; Le Beaulieu presents contemporary French fine-dining at its finest; Spice Garden offers elevated Vietnamese cuisine; meanwhile, angelina – Hanoi’s bespoke bar-lounge-restaurant delivers a world-class beverage experience alongside imaginative comfort food; La Terrasse brings Parisian-inspired al fresco dining to the sidewalks of Hanoi; and the Bamboo Bar invites guests to unwind in a serene Indochine setting by the pool.

Guests can indulge in luxurious facilities featuring lush gardens, a tranquil heated outdoor pool, a well-equipped fitness centre, and full-service meeting rooms. Rejuvenating treatments await at the enchanting Le Spa du Metropole, while curated treasures can be found at the hotel’s luxury gift shop, La Boutique, and its gourmet deli and patisserie, L’Epicerie.

ABOUT SOFITEL LEGEND

A pioneer of French luxury hospitality since 1964, Sofitel today embodies heartfelt and committed luxury, with a French zest. Alongside its 120 elegant and unique properties, the brand inaugurated in 2009 a collection of emblematic hotels under the Sofitel Legend banner: unrivalled luxury addresses with a legendary heritage and highly personalised service. Each stay is timeless, offering sumptuous surroundings, renowned restaurants and modern comforts for an inspiring luxury experience. Noble, rare and soulful, Sofitel Legend hotels captivate with their architectural beauty, breathtaking views and mesmerising ambience.

Sofitel Legend now comprises 5 hotels, each more magnificent than the last, set within beautiful and culturally-rich destinations around the world: Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi and Sofitel Legend People’s Grand Hotel Xi’an.

Sofitel Legend is part of Accor, a world-leading hospitality group counting over 5,500 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL Accor – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.

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