Vietnam Boutique Hotel Hanoi 🇻🇳

■ HANOI, VIETNAM: Vietnam's capital is fast catching up to the other mega cities of South-East Asia like Bangkok, Manilla and Saigon in when it comes to economic growth. Case in point, the city's skyline is now littered with flashy new hotels sporting roof top terraces giving international tourists a taste of the high-life few of them could afford back home. (Myself included!)
Only having been modestly satisfied with the hotel I stayed in the last time I was in Hanoi, I decided to pay a little extra to see what you'd get in the 4 star hotel range.
Did O'Gallery Classy hotel & Spa downtown Hanoi live up to her promise? And how well do the locals speak English in Hanoi these days? That and more in this first video from Vietnam.

[@lydiam9403]

The lady at the hotel was so friendly and helpful. Bless her.

[@jaxx5365]

Bruh

[@infidelcastro5129]

She even offered to be his pork mule! That’s dedication 😁

[@Slipperystick73]

When my wife and I did our Vietnam tour.. I could not get enough of the place and did not want it to end. One of my favourite countries to visit

[@davidscottnoble303]

I went to a cafe in Saigon. They didn't sell beer. So a young chap working there took off on his scooter to buy some for us.. we paid by the can and at the end of the evening they gave us all the extra cans of Saigon special they hadn't sold us anyway... we paid around £4 for a 2 hour session.. was joyous. I do love Vietnamese people. Just watch for the cabbies.

[@Re-bl5sr]

Better to use a taxi company then?

[@MegaJackhunter]

@@Re-bl5sr i have always took the taxi … i only used a scooter Taxi one time paid 20 usd for 1km because if they can recognize That you have got Money or you Destination is 5* Hotel your going to pay a lot

[@BootsandUtes]

Man, these videos are making me miss Vietnam. It's one of the friendliest and safest countries I have ever visited. And, the food is amazing.

[@hoamattroi3455]

Welcome to Vietnam again !

[@Dreidcs2]

BootsandUtes Da Nang is awesome, not as busy as Hanoi

[@BootsandUtes]

@@Dreidcs2 - Thank you for the recommendation. I'll definitely check Da Nang out the next time I travel to Vietnam. I also want to check out the Hang Son Doong cave when I visit the central part of the country.

[@yrugeh]

Me too buddy. But the 'friendliest' part depends. I realized that they are more friendly and polite with white people compare to an Asian tourist like me.

[@chrishayes312]

Friendliest: no, safest :yes! In any situation, Vietnamese people smile....even if they hate you , they will reply with a smile!

[@kevinr.3542]

"Things are looking up for old Harold" Dude has the best life ever, I'm so jealous

[@kevinr.3542]

@Aryavrath_Bharath it's a song called "Somber Harald" by The Progressives.... Jk

[@globaldayz]

You are the most genuine KZbinr Harald Baldr. 🏆

[@Craze4246]

He is scandinavian. That's why. Most real and chill people ever.

[@emiliotrimakis303]

Definetly and i watched a lot of them

[@MikeLimTravel]

I stayed at the same hotel in Hanoi. One of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. Hanoi is awesome.

[@user-kf4vk6fw9d]

I could not have imagined before that Vietnam can be so comfortable and romantic for a tourist. And such a widespread knowledge of English, impresses. China, for example, cannot boast of this. Cool video. Thanks!

[@lukespread]

Harald, get your hair done by the same salon as last time. I want to see the cutie manager again and to see if your previous visit brought them success.

[@vfdazed]

can you link me the video of that please?

[@joel200070]

i also want to see this video

[@frankma5270]

She is absolutely a pretty manager with gentle manner. I love her.

[@jarrehan3192]

did he do it ?

[@jamesl9371]

A Norwegian talking to Vietnamese and they speak English. Of course. We English speakers are so lucky. I love ❤️ Vietnam 🇻🇳!

[@tuandungvohaha]

❤❤thankyou

[@jamesl9371]

And I want to go to Norway 🇳🇴! I’ve been to Finland . Two beautiful places... Norway 🇳🇴 and Vietnam 🇻🇳👍👍👍

[@akersoltions]

Now Chinese are also very popular in Asia.

[@HeyHowsMyDriving]

Ok

[@BuckingFuffalos69]

@@coconutman5437 *America 😎

[@diamondbeats83]

You've got a different vibe since you've landed. You seem really focused and happy right now. Im already liking this series.

[@robbierox6998]

Love the videos from both these guys! They never criticise the country unfairly. Always appreciate the local culture. Just awesome!

[@mancavemusician]

Been watching you and Mr Bald for over a year solid, every video and update. I think that I have worked out that this Vlogging isn't as easy as it looks. I can tell that its bloody hard work and takes some serious commitment. I have a lot of respect for the work you do Harald. Keep up the superb work!

[@aelfwealld]

Well, it’s easier than roofing lol

[@user-sf5dt1mc7x]

Getting rid of the copyright music with text, was not only smart, but it showed the struggle youtubers go through to show real life situations. I was impresssed. Rather than cut the whole scene, you worked through it, didn't complain about it visually, and showed a way it can be done without being flagged for infringement. This is the world we live in now.. Where music producers do not see the value in organic advertisement of their music without the song being masked by interruptions, text, blackouts, etc. One day this won't happen anymore.. but thank you very much for still doing the scene, giving us segments of it happening, while still protecting yourself... Was very nice.

[@licentiousdreams]

Harald, I hope you never stop enjoying traveling and making videos because we all look forward to the positive vibes you bring in everyone. I hope you enjoy making them as much as we enjoy watching. Be safe boss man.

[@vynilleri1334]

All the professional drivers in VN are amazing. They swerve around small alleys and crowds.

[@wwcj0000]

Harald hops out of a moving car to investigate the pork stand 😂🤣😎

[@EddieManning]

Yes but no tip for his driver...

[@bamboo9666]

@@EddieManning he should tip for the bellboy too, they was so nice, unlike the hotel i was staying in Egypt.. the guy keep standing in my room like 5 minutes until i tip him lol.

[@hardXcoreminecraft]

@@EddieManning wow, you really can't please everyone

[@shmattice888]

@@hardXcoreminecraft exactly. Harld literly tips and gives so much

[@wisdomlistens20]

I don’t know why I found you or why I binge watch your videos every night but maybe it’s because your able to just go to any country and meet anyone and just go with the flow....it’s absolutely mind boggling to me

[@xDomiful]

Really enjoyed your old vietnam videos. Nice to see you're back there

[@rodmclean2066]

What an impressive hotel and staff. Always found Viet people super nice and friendly.

[@Delden75]

Vietnam my favorite country :) Thanks Harald.

[@ginginitonic]

Can't wait to be back in VN in one month. It's my favourite holiday country in the world!

[@Shadow_O_Connell]

I knew once he went outside with the welcome drink, he was going to keep a look out on the pork 😂

[@mika274]

He was spying on his prey

[@geraldineross5168]

Beautiful room and bathroom, closet is very classy also. I love the Ying and Yang style of decorating. Not overcrowded with treasures everything placed to add peace and tranquility.

[@kaceydillin7367]

That is fantastic customer service by the lady at the hotel. Hatald, last time you were there, you got your hair done. Are you going to go back to that same place???

[@bombazine2]

I got my hair cut in Hanoi, very expensive, literally " had a haircut"

[@tcruise77]

@@bombazine2 And how much did you pay for it? I had my haircut in Hanoi for VND150k. Reasonable price =D

[@Tloc103]

You guys got ripped off. Haircuts are one of the cheapest things in Vietnam. Average price you should pay is 50k and tip another 50k-100k. I’m a Vietnamese American and I go back quite often.

[@farangutan6773]

@@bombazine2 the old saying rang true for you Ed . You sat in the barber's chair and he gave you a hair cut, in more ways than one lol .

[@bamboo9666]

It denpend on where you have the hair cut, but its around 100k VND for a normal shop.

[@johnbacon1854]

What fantastic service. The hotel is very nice, decor bed etc. But the personnel touches were just wonderful. Those little touches make all the difference from an ok place to a really good place. I also have to add, you really look happy. Not that you don't in most of your videos, but when you really like somewhere it shows. This next few days of videos, I sense Epicness. Have a great couple of nights.

[@rileywhittenberger5258]

That is a really nice hotel and I love the service and welcoming hospitality that they give you there. Makes me want to visit Vietnam now.

[@theobserver1320]

I discovered this channel by accident today. Harald Baldr is his very personable guy and the videos are entertaining and informative. A new favorite of mine 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@deltahomicide9300]

A little friendly advice: even in countries with no-tip culture always always tip the bellboy and leave some cash when you check out. It will make your stay (and return stay) 1000x better

[@iliyasarshad5301]

Im here after watching your new recent upload video in Vietnam. Its like a time travel

[@chatterboxdebz4504]

Beautiful hotel... Clean.. And the staff are very attentive.... That sky bar is brilliant 👌

[@gunamoy]

Impressive staff training considering a non-branded property! Amazing!

[@shaunpierce4174]

" Is she ready to mingle? " smooth 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@roceldizon4307]

🤣😂🤣

[@Gowtham_Gk]

20:15 how humble she is.. Harald..no no no everything is everything is clean😃😃😀😀

[@katiemmachick383]

I love living vicariously through Harald! Wish to be traveling right next to him right this very moment!

[@123scotyboy]

Excellent video 👌 that hotel looks amazing, staff were amazing too , can’t wait to visit Vietnam myself very soon 🇻🇳 : stay save Harald ❤️💙

[@Africanvillagetee]

The ladies public relations is so good her welcoming technic makes me want to talk better to people

[@richardcage5162]

its been like more than 5 times that i have been watching your each video....lots and lots of love from Sikkim India......i am really looking forward to see in my small but beautiful state Sikkim....😇

[@fridaa2003]

2 things only real Harald fans know: 1) He never knows if he is filming 2) When he is making a thumbnail during the video, he rarely uses it (add more ;D)

[@Comfortably0]

3. He always says goodbye but starts recording after a while. 4. He rarely takes back the changes (especially from street sellers), mostly he lets them have it.

[@ausjen]

@@Comfortably0 5. His whole life is in one suitcase except for some books somewhere and a motorbike helmet in Aus 6. He talks about deadlifts a lot but we've never seen him workout 7. He's 38 next month

[@HaecceitasQuidditas]

11. Over 50% of the commenters call him either Harold or Herald.

[@Tomasz_Piekarski]

@@HaecceitasQuidditas 12. Yes yes.

[@chrishyer5818]

13) it is always pork o’clock

[@ciaranchew]

love your films, life in the raw, real people, real places, you and Mr Bald make some good content, thank you Harald

[@JurassicRampage]

The transition between countries is nice. I prefer it over the previous sudden changes between countries.

[@dant9133]

Brought back some beautiful memories of my Hanoi trip.

[@broomann]

Herald:“I will buy two kilos of pork” Hotel host: 😳😶 Hahahahah I hurt from laughing

[@remiagoldenberg6304]

I like your style you’re natural .

[@phatvu403]

haha same here

[@mcmillitint]

wow 5 star hotels in america couldnt compare to this hotels service, wow from the moment you walked in they treated you very warmly having you sit down to relax for a drink before stressing about your bags, thats just class.

[@drelue8867]

That’s a vast over exaggeration

[@charlottethien3749]

What a nice place to stay ! Wonderful hospitality ! Good for you ! You and Mr Bald have stayed in some grungie looking places before , so I am glad to see you in a very nice , clean place , being treated very graciously . Thank you for sharing your adventures . Enjoying your videos from SE Georgia , USA 🇺🇸 .

[@ladydiana9108]

I love ❤️ how she explained everything in the room

[@benr147]

haralds eyes lit up like a kid in a sweet shop when he noticed the pork stand 😂

[@khaitran8096]

i am your fan and i am from vn, really really apreciate when you make video in vn

[@chungsnote2999]

It was nice to watch some of your videos about Vietnam by accident, even though I am not a fan of any specific KZbinrs. The famous KZbinr in VN that some people mentioned at the airport was Ms. Tan Vlog (not Christine). She is a farmer living in the countryside. delta area (not mountainous area) in the North of VN. She is famous for creating real videos about making Vietnamese local foods in the supper big sizes. By the way, it is good to see what foreigners think about a developing city like Hanoi ^^

[@lethanhtoan1674]

The Vietnamese vlogger they mentioned was "Bà Tân Vlog" - Ms. Tân vlog, which Harald misheard as "Chris-Tian" or "Tristan". She makes giant food such as milktea, hotpot, hamburger, ... She gained about 2 million subscribers in less than 10 days in the beginning of her youtube channel. She is humble and fun to watch.

[@iepao198]

lethanh toan ông này nổi tiếng phết đi các nuoc luôn, cho cả ông cụ cắt tóc ở Văn Miếu 1 triệu rữoi luôn

[@lethanhtoan1674]

@@iepao198 t bắt đầu coi video của ông này từ lúc ổng mới tới Việt Nam lần đầu, video đơn giản mà chất chất kiểu gì ấy

[@iepao198]

lethanh toan nổi tiếng phết. đi khắp các nuoc trải nghiệm kiểu Khoa Pug hay Khắc Tiệp đó

[@Powertuber1000]

The best Coke Zero salesman on KZbin.

[@TylerDurden-ij1np]

Because hes progressive!

[@Tomasz_Piekarski]

Monsanto should donate him for promoting their aspartame shit.

[@kindnessofwooedandwooer2494]

idk man, he left it in the car :/

[@joescarecrow]

So good to see you back in Vietnam! look forward to seeing you explore!

[@seb2750]

Looking at your vietnam video puts me in a mood for Pho

[@dinuka0760]

Oh wow.. A new adventure with our favorite traveler. First of all.. Very impressed with the Guest Relation girl. And the room is pretty good as well.

[@Picktotowhoenterhere]

I just wanted to say thank you for posting all of these videos. I appreciate it. 🍻

[@jonathankent9853]

I love Hanoi old town. It's a buzzing place!! I got losta few times there as it's huge.

[@poutygorilla2698]

I'm glad you are back in Vietnam. Being there seems to inspire you. Go well you progressive norseman. Fill my heart with the wonderful joy of your experiences not meant for me ❤️

[@bahuynh3744]

You are someone I admire, wish you good health and happiness with great trips, thanks for your videos

[@maxxblade]

Actually your doing the same thing i did in April. Your driving with a motorcycle trough the Ha Giang mountains. It's insane, beautiful landscape outta space. Wish you a lot of fun. Im still editing my videos.

[@sabarsetio310]

OMG I just realized that I spend 3hours already, for watching your videos. Very entertaining, thank you

[@VisualApproach]

Ah, back in Vietnam.. so progressive. I'm also travelling here this week from the UK and my girlfriend has booked your favourite salon for a progressive hair colouring on your recommendation!

[@MrBlackspoon]

What's with the progressive jokes?

[@lukespread]

@@MrBlackspoon Harald started it quite a few videos ago, the video after Coppercab attacked him.

[@Filming-Phil]

Hanoi, my favourite city in Vietnam

[@vinhle5822]

SCFamilyman hcm city or Saigon even better everybody speak English in district 1

[@Jasonchudj]

@@vinhle5822 stop forcing people to like your cities lol

[@ausjen]

Will you be going to the salon to those magnificent, progessive ladies who did your makeover to get retouched? Love the in transit/airport footage too btw. And the great hotels you stay in, nice 😊

[@simonscott1121]

Watch in awe as Harald's sense of humour flies right over their heads :D

[@inhtunguyen1908]

I would like to say thank you so much for your video it will help a lot people wan to see how is vietnamese look like it small country but really awesome I was born there but now I work in aboard your video made me miss it's too much

[@infidelcastro5129]

Harald, I’d never even entertained the notion of visiting Vietnam - now I’m scanning the internet for flights. All glory to the pork!

[@NomadNomadCZ]

Recently made a trip to Vietnam myself with a couple of friends. I was a bit disappointed by the country, but seeing the Hanoi airport again in your video makes me want to go back alone haha

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

Very nice hotel and amenities! Super impressed with it and the friendly respectful staff. Nice video! Looking forward to Pork O' Clock. :-)

[@ericamary6778]

I love your videos. Just letting you know, in Vietnam, you have to tell them you are on "you-tube-bee". That is how they say it! They will then understand and look you up.

[@hernanpk7429]

The receptionist was so great, she speaks english very well. It was easy to understand everything she said

[@MrAdd1977]

Harold: what is your name Waiter : looks at his name tag 😂

[@BryanRodriguez-ml1vd]

Aryavrath_Bharath shit tone

[@Roberto9696-q7s]

@Aryavrath_Bharath better late than never, the song is Rap Del Mundial De Futbol: Fifa World 2018

[@truckwalaOfficial]

Troy Vietnam is the best social worker KZbinR in Vietnam so far and his subtitles are funny as hell.

[@muffciple7274]

Can't believe how nice the hotels are! I told my Dad that Harald is in Nam and it looks nice! I don't know if I could ever go there being my Dad fought over there? Nice video!!! Thanks!

[@Kienthuacuanhanloai]

i'm so proud as i saw this video, i am a Vietnamese. Love it

[@frankyfourfingers8913]

You guys honor and respect .

[@gulaginmate1984]

"...there's an IQ test I have to pass in order to close window..." LOL, you crack me up Harald :) 17:09

[@franzgtvlog8505]

😂😂😂😅

[@jimrudolph2864]

I was just looking for something to watch and I clicked on one of your video from India....now I’m hooked. Love you videos.

[@Adrenalinefiend22]

Great video, Vietnam is very good for vlogs.

[@HxMxRaichu]

Legit in love w your videos Harald! Helping me so much throughout lockdown. I approve☝🏻🖤

[@prabinkrai07]

I love to watch your blog bro.... From Nepal🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@GordonTravels]

The hotel service is top notch... you can see it from the moment he stepping in. Heraldo is overwhelmed with the service. Enjoy!

[@mohit0953]

South Asia always feels like Home, Gives a good vibes,

[@huuduyvu9714]

Mohit Pandey dude, this is Southeast Asia.

[@mohit0953]

@@huuduyvu9714 yeah its just Understandable, I'm not going to mention coordinates now lol 😂

[@Tloc103]

Vietnam. Best place in Southeast Asia

[@thomasbarnard7660]

I like these vintage hotels, I might have to book this one when i'm in Hanoi makes you feel like a boss man compared to the west

[@localtime824]

GREAT STUFF Harald. Been awhile since I watched you. Very exciting video. Just arrived in Vietnam and settling into a stunning hotel. Very COOL Mate. Best regards.

[@md.sabbirhossain3350]

She: where you from? Harald: Norway she: no way, norwei 😂

[@sameerali-jw8ec]

R pronounc little difficult for Thailand's Cambodians vietnamese !

[@hyde8348]

sabbir hossain 😬😀😀😍🇳🇴

[@RedboRF]

-ev-re-thin you wan - everything? - EVERITHIN

[@iepao198]

Viet Nam wekcome you

[@tientinhte1418]

:))

[@haiquannguyen2583]

I'm Vietnamese. I'm really interested in your videos. It helps my English better. Thanks so much.

[@spr1t3ly]

hey man as a Vietnamese I really enjoyed these kinda vlogs although I have been to all of these places all ready still kinda fun to watch people perspective about Vietnam Btw when you left the taxi they forgot your coke can even tho it's empty it may be rude to leave it there just remember next time you visit Vietnam

[@zeusflores940]

And he did not tip the driver nor the bell man. 😐

[@spr1t3ly]

@@zeusflores940 believe it or not, most Vietnamese place pays their employee kinda fairly + tipping isn't a huge thing hear

[@patrickmcdonald4096]

Harald, relax. Vietnam is a very welcome place. I lived there 13 months, and the people are very kind and always looking to help you. Relax and enjoy the "laid-back" attitude.

[@swilhelm3180]

Love their use of dark wood. Makes things so wonderfully homey. Nothing like wood. They've found people on average are actually happier living in a wooden house.

[@Feathertail2205]

Probably because it makes people feel closer to mother nature so it feels more relaxing.

[@swilhelm3180]

@@Feathertail2205 Definitely.

[@masonjones3780]

wow brings back memories of my time in Hanoi. traveled those same roads. safe travels brother.

[@jacobsheaven1935]

Harald: ohh it's empty 😱 She : just a minute he ll make it 🤣🤣

[@BackpackerTraveler]

hats off to the driver man, in such crowed place he drew without honking , really appreciable !!!

[@MomoZeEvil]

Wow haha stayed in this hotel when I visited vietnam at the start of this year. Good to see it again!

[@viclam1633]

You gave a Vietnamese barber a $100 tip for a shave. That was awesome, that was probably months worth of work! Great videos!

[@JeyD02]

I wonder how much of a better deal and experience he's getting because he's filming his experience on the hotel. Not a bad idea tbh.

[@Germansvsfilipinos]

I've been Watced almost 1 hr and half from your several videos and I really enjoyed it. new subscriber here 😊

[@wilsoncristinavlog7450]

The cleaner girl so beautiful 🙂 Baldr wassapt I’m from Phillipines I know u know pilipinas 🤟🤟🤟🤟🇵🇭 And also I like Vietnam 🇻🇳 also environment so clean and people very friendly that’s awesome 👏

[@hoamattroi3455]

❤️❤️❤️ support from Việt Nam

[@wilsoncristinavlog7450]

HuynhDan 84 support me also

[@desiguy55]

Hanoi is turning out to be a must visit city.

[@kimmyt4960]

You have to try egg coffee when you there!! Very popular coffee..enjoy !! 😁🇨🇦

[@Charlie-ni2ed]

Very nice video Harold thankyou for showing us the world