Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Unveils Legendary Mooncake Collection Inspired by its 125th Anniversary

Special mooncake collection and decorative boxes set for Mid-Autumn Festival

HANOI, Vietnam (July , 2026) – Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has unveiled an exquisite new mooncake collection ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, as the Grande Dame of Hanoi celebrates its 125th anniversary this year.

Under the theme “Metropole – A Tale of the Living Legend,” the collection transforms the traditional Mid-Autumn gift into a celebration of heritage, artistry and timeless elegance. Since opening its doors in 1901, the Metropole has embodied French art de vivre and upheld its enduring status as the Grande Dame in the heart of Hanoi. This year’s mooncakes invite guests to turn the pages of a special history book that pays tribute to the Metropole’s 125-year legacy across the eras through refined flavours and exquisite presentation.

Handcrafted without preservatives by the Metropole’s culinary team, the mooncakes are available in both baked and snowskin varieties. Flavours include Traditional Mix; Mung Beans, Apricots and Salted Egg; Lotus Seeds and Macadamia Nuts; Black Sesame and Sunflower Seeds (baked only); Orange Zest and Grand Marnier; and Ube and Cordyceps.

To mark the milestone anniversary, Metropole Hanoi has partnered with Bát Tràng Museum Atelier, a ceramic workshop founded nearly 50 years ago by the late People’s Artisan Vũ Đức Thắng, to introduce an exclusive gift collection that honours Vietnamese heritage and craftsmanship. These unique ceramic Heritage Plates are handcrafted using the atelier’s signature layered glazing technique. Available in six colours and chosen at random, each gift offers a one-of-a-kind keepsake that unites the two legacies: Metropole Hanoi and Bát Tràng ceramics.

The “Metropole Mooncake Collection” comes in a six-piece box (100g/piece) or a four-piece box (150g/piece) with a Metropole Heritage Plate, both priced at VND 3,500,000.

The limited-edition “Metropole Lacquer Box” is a timeless work of art that embodies sophisticated taste and quiet luxury. Each box includes six pieces of mooncake (100g each), Emperor Lotus & Jasmine Tea, and a pair of Metropole Heritage Plates, priced at VND 10,990,000.

For purchases completed on or before Aug. 23, guests can choose one of the following offers:

• Receive 1 complimentary 2-piece box for every 5 boxes purchased

• 10% discount for orders of 10 boxes or more

• 15% discount for orders of 20 boxes or more

• 20% discount for orders of 30 boxes or more

For purchases completed on or before Sept. 13, guests can choose one of the following offers:

• Receive 1 complimentary 2-piece box for every 7 boxes purchased (*limited offer)

• 5% discount for orders of 10 boxes or more

• 10% discount for orders of 20 boxes or more

• 15% discount for orders of 30 boxes or more

ALL Accor+ Explorer members receive an additional 10% discount. Metropole Hanoi offers delivery service upon request, along with a complimentary one-time delivery to a single address within Hanoi (within 20km from the hotel), extended for orders of 10 boxes or more.

Register online before Aug. 11 to enjoy exclusive “Early Bird” privileges, in addition to the 2026 Mooncake promotional offers, available upon completion of a purchase:

• Receive 1 complimentary 2-piece box for every 10 cumulative boxes purchased

• VND 50,000 savings on the listed price of each box purchased

“This year’s mooncake collection is more than a festive treat – it is a tribute to 125 years of Metropole’s living legacy and the enduring craftsmanship of Vietnam,” said George Koumendakos, General Manager of Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, known as Tet Trung Thu in Vietnam, is a time for families to come together to enjoy delicious teas and mooncakes, while giving thanks and praying for good fortune in the year ahead

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Wins Condé Nast Traveler’s ‘Triple Crown’

Prestigious honor recognizes Hot List, Gold List and Readers’ Choice wins

HANOI, Vietnam (June , 2026) – Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the iconic luxury hotel in Vietnam’s capital, has earned Condé Nast Traveler’s coveted “Triple Crown,” an elite distinction the publication describes as “the most definitive collection of the best hotels in the world.”

The achievement, featured in the magazine’s June 2026 edition, celebrates hotels that have secured all three major honors from Condé Nast Traveler: the Hot List (best new hotels), Gold List (editor favorites) and Readers’ Choice Awards (reader-voted). Only 396 hotels worldwide have achieved this rare trifecta.

“Those who appreciate the finer things from a hotel stay – impeccable service, rich history, and, in this instance, beautiful spaces showcasing a seamless blend of classic French sophistication and Vietnamese heritage – will relish stepping into a bygone era of elegance at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi,” Condé Nast Traveler notes.

Editors praised the hotel’s service as “superb across the board” and its guest rooms as “opulent.” Rooms in the original three-story Heritage Wing “channel 1920s French and Indochine glamor with dark hardwood floors, vintage illustrations and art-deco marble bathrooms,” while those in the seven-story neo-classical Opera Wing are “equally luxurious but slightly more modern, making them popular with families and business travelers.”

Le Spa du Metropole, recently named Vietnam’s Best Hotel Spa in the Tatler Best of Vietnam 2026 awards, was described as “an elegant sanctuary overlooking the garden courtyard with eight treatment rooms, including two themed couple suites, where a Kansu bowl massage promises to banish jet lag and coveted French skincare lines SOTHYS and Anne Semonin feature in wraps and facials.”

George Koumendakos, General Manager of Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, said: “Receiving the Triple Crown from Condé Nast Traveler is a profound honor for our entire team as we celebrate the hotel’s 125th anniversary this year. This recognition validates our unwavering commitment to excellence – honoring our historic legacy while delivering the highest standards of personalized service, authentic cultural experiences and timeless elegance that our guests have cherished for more than a century.”

Earlier this year, the Metropole was also named one of the world’s “500 Best Hotels” by Travel + Leisure magazine—its sixth consecutive year on the prestigious list.

Since first opening its doors in 1901, the Grande Dame of Vietnamese hospitality has witnessed – and shaped – over a century of history. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, the hotel will host a series of exclusive events under the theme “125 Years of a Legend” throughout the year to honor its extraordinary heritage while embracing a vibrant future as one of Southeast Asia’s most legendary luxury destinations.