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Facing the beachfront, Dora Cruise offers 5-star accommodations in Ha Long and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and terrace. Attractively located in the Tuan Chau district, this cruise provides a bar, as well as a hot tub and a spa center. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi. At the cruise rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a sea view. The rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot. At Dora Cruise you'll find a restaurant serving Seafood, Vietnamese and Local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation has a grill. Guests at Dora Cruise will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ha Long, like hiking and fishing. Tuan Chau Beach is a 14-minute walk from the cruise, while Bikini Island Beach is 0.9 miles from the property. Cat Bi International Airport is 26 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE parking!


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
5.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carolina
    Colombia Colombia
    Room was clean and very comfortable. The food was delicious and the service very kind. Loved the TaiChi class.
  • Ayelet
    Israel Israel
    The staff was very helpful. Hoa helped us a lot with information and service on board.
  • John
    Australia Australia
    We loved how clean and spacious the rooms were and had a lovely balcony overlooking the bay as we traveled.Hoa was lovely provided exceptional service. The amenities on the cruise were excellent.
  • Andrey
    Singapore Singapore
    I was hesitant to go on one of these cruises because they are pricey and I wasn't sure if it was with it. So if you're thinking the same, I must tell you GO FOR IT! But take 3 days 2 nights option, as the shorter stay might feel underwhelming. I...
  • Alix
    United States of America United States of America
    The ship was lovely with with its spacious and comfortable cabins - both bedrooms and bathrooms. The common areas and pool were really nice. Food was delicious, and they were so wonderful about our daughter’s gluten and tree nut allergies. Bruce,...
  • Zahir
    India India
    I like the behavior of all the staff specially Davis, Bruce. Amazing...
  • Connor
    China China
    Tina was very helpful! The staff were great and the accomodation was very nice.
  • Konstantin
    Canada Canada
    We’ve ordered 2 connecting rooms and it’s been wonderful. The staff is very courteous and guests feel welcomed. The meals were good, the facilities on the boat are good as well. The cruise manager Bruce is very entertaining. The transportation...
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    Great experience! The views and activities that the ship provided were excellent and the staff was top notch. Especially our server for the trip Jerry and our ship guide Bruce. Would definitely recommend this cruise to anyone going to Ha Long bay.
  • Dominic
    Canada Canada
    Andrew our host was amazing. Great service, great server. Clean and luxurious vibes on the cruise.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Vietnamese • Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Dora Cruise
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Lake view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Business Facilities
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool cover
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Head massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Vietnamese

House rules
Dora Cruise takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that cruise itineraries, activities and schedules are subject to change, depending on the weather, tide levels and operating conditions.

A 24-hour advance registration is required before departure.

A surcharge of USD 100 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

There will be a surcharge of 700,000 VND per person per night for 24 (Christmas's Eve), 31 (New Year Eve) in December 2024 and period between 28 and 31 January 2025 (Tet holiday)

Limousine bus services between Hanoi's Old Quarter and Halong are available at a surcharge.

Pick-up location – at any hotel within Hanoi’s Old Quarter Area

Pick-up time from Hanoi – between 8:30 and 9:15

Drop-off time in Hanoi – between 15:30 and 16:00

Private car transfers and airport transfer service are also available upon request with surcharge.

Please inform Dora Cruise in advance of your expected arrival time. Kindly contact Dora Cruise directly using the Special Requests box when booking, or contacting the Dora Cruise directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation email.

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operation conditions.

An additional charge for extra bed, room type and cruise itinerary requests.

WiFi is available on board but is weak because of geographic issues (mountains and islets on the bay).

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dora Cruise of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Dora Cruise

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Dora Cruise is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:30 PM.

  • The prices at Dora Cruise may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Dora Cruise include:

    • Suite
    • Triple
  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Dora Cruise on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 2,800 feet from Dora Cruise. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Dora Cruise has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Yes, Dora Cruise is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Dora Cruise is 6.2 miles from the center of Ha Long. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Dora Cruise offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Fitness
    • Cooking class
    • Head massage
    • Walking tours
    • Fitness classes
    • Beach
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Happy hour
    • Yoga classes
    • Swimming pool
    • Full-body massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Back massage