Metropole Hanoi’s Angelina Awarded Habanos Lounge Elite Cigar Bar Status
Angelina, the bespoke cocktail bar, whisky lounge and restaurant at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, has been officially recognized as a “Habanos Lounge,” a designation reserved for the world’s most elite cigar bars.
angelina’s humidor features a carefully curated selection of premium Habanos Global brands, including legendary cigar labels such as Cohiba, Romeo y Julieta, Partagas and H. Upmann. The “Habanos Lounge” status underscores angelina’s commitment to providing an unparalleled experience for cigar lovers. angelina is the first Habanos Lounge in Vietnam’s capital.
“Our stylish bar, lounge and restaurant is the perfect spot to savor the rich flavors and aromas of an expertly hand-rolled Cuban cigar – perhaps as a way to cap off a rustic New World meal at angelina or alongside a pour from our world-class whisky collection,” said Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi General Manager George Koumendakos.
Habanos Lounges, a designation first established in the early 2000s, are required to have at least 60% Cuban cigars on their menu. The cigars must be constantly stored in a humidity- and temperature-controlled area (either a walk-in humidor or electric humidor cabin). The lounges also must meet other criteria on staff training, dedicated smoking areas and others.
The latest recognition follows other recent honors and developments at Metropole Hanoi. The hotel was awarded a Five-Star rating, the top level of distinction, from Forbes Travel Guide in February for a fifth consecutive year. And the 123-year-old luxury property was named one of the “World’s 500 Best Hotels” by the influential U.S.-based Travel + Leisure magazine in May.
The hotel’s Metropole Heritage Wing, with 103 guest rooms and suites, was meticulously restored and renovated under a 21-month construction project before reopening to guests in December. The new interiors maintain their traditional aesthetic and feel, and incorporate select original fixtures, while also introducing a considerable measure of bespoke comfort, advanced technology and vibrant color.
The comprehensive reconstruction work was centered on the original wing of the hotel, which was established in 1901 and has played host over the decades to numerous heads of state and royalty, along with world-renowned actors, writers, musicians and others.
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ABOUT SOFITEL LEGEND METROPOLE HANOI
A prominent fixture in the heart of Hanoi since 1901, the Hotel Metropole Hanoi has a long tradition as a luxury venue for prestigious events and a popular rendezvous for business and leisure travelers such as playwrights, ambassadors and heads of state. The recipient of numerous international awards for its fine service, this legendary landmark has contributed to the richness of local heritage.
The hotel includes 358 rooms that are divided into two wings – the historical Heritage Wing 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).
The Metropole restaurants and bars are all famous dining venues, each offering a different exotic experience: Le Beaulieu has the best French fare in this corner of the world; Spice Garden offers elevated Vietnamese cuisine with a contemporary twist; angelina is Hanoi’s bespoke bar-lounge-restaurant; La Terrasse brings Parisian-style to the sidewalks of Hanoi; Le Club Bar treats guests to its famous afternoon high tea and cool jazz performances; and, finally, Bamboo Bar brings poolside lounging to the next level.
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 mesmerizing ambience.
Sofitel Legend now comprises 6 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 Old Cataract Aswan, 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 Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.
