
Ruby Home Vietnam: Jaw-Dropping RH3-503 Panoramic City Views!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into Ruby Home Vietnam: Jaw-Dropping RH3-503 Panoramic City Views! And let me tell you, after spending a few days there, I've got opinions. And, let’s just say, not all of them were sunshine and rainbows! But hey, that's the fun, right?
First Impressions: The View… and the Minor Mishaps
So, the big selling point? Absolutely, undeniably, the panoramic city views. Holy moly, they weren't kidding. Picture this: You step into RH3-503 – finally after navigating that slightly confusing entrance – and BAM! The entire city sprawls before you. It's breathtaking. Seriously. I took about a million pictures. (Okay, maybe like 500, but who's counting?). That alone almost made up for the fact that the elevator felt like it was powered by a hamster wheel at times. And the room? It was sparklingly clean, which, given the current climate, is a massive plus. (More on cleanliness later – trust me, I was watching like a hawk.)
- Accessibility: Now, this is where things get a little… complicated. They say they have facilities for disabled guests. The elevator does technically reach every floor, so that's something. But navigating the actual building? Let's just say, I wouldn't want to try it in a wheelchair. There's a bit of a wonky angle there. (This is a definite area for improvement, Ruby Home!)
Room Rundown: Cleanliness, Comfort, and Coffee Calamities
Let's talk about the actual room, shall we?
- Cleanliness and safety: Okay, I was incredibly impressed. I’m a bit of germaphobe at the best of times, but in the current world. I spent a fair amount of time inspecting surfaces for cleanliness(and I’m being dead honest). They’re clearly taking this seriously. They have
Anti-viral cleaning products
andRoom sanitization opt-out available
– great for folks like me! They even doDaily disinfection in common areas
. I saw staff in masks and gloves, and everything felt, well, safe. The addition of things likeHand sanitizer
everywhere was just more icing on an already pretty safe cake. - Room Features:
Air conditioning
worked like a dream (essential in Vietnam, people!). Theblackout curtains
were a lifesaver for sleeping in (a must after battling jet lag). TheInternet access – wireless
was reliable, and theFree Wi-Fi
was, well, free! TheDesk
was a decent size for working, and you could even get things likeInterconnecting room(s) available
if you’re traveling with a group. All the usual suspects (Air conditioning
,Alarm clock
,Bathrobes
,Bathroom phone
, etc.) Thebathrobes
were fluffy. And thebed
? Comfortable enough. - The Coffee Debacle: Now, the
Coffee/tea maker
situation… I'm a coffee addict, and I couldn't get the darn thing to work properly. It was a small, minor disaster that I felt had to be mentioned! (Maybe it was me, but still… coffee is important!) - Security: They're serious about safety here.
CCTV
everywhere,Fire extinguisher
,Smoke alarms
… felt very secure.
Food Glorious Food (and the Occasional Glitch)
Now, the food. Ah, the food.
- Breakfast Bonanza:
Breakfast [buffet]
was on offer, and it was generally good, but there was one morning where it was chaos. I'm talking a stampede for theAsian breakfast
and theWestern breakfast
options, and the staff looked a little overwhelmed. But hey, it's a buffet, things get a bit messy. They seem to have aBreakfast takeaway service
in place, which I thought was a clever touch (especially after that first breakfast experience). - Dining in general: The
A la carte in restaurant
was a nice touch though I didn't partake. They have aHappy hour
(always a plus!),Restaurants
, aPoolside bar
, and aSnack bar
. - Dietary Needs: They offer
Alternative meal arrangement
, and aVegetarian restaurant,
. - The Little Things: Water? Oh, they've got you covered (
Bottle of water
). They have aCoffee shop
. And I sawCoffee/tea in restaurant
.
Things to Do (and Ways to Unwind)
- The Spa: This is a definite highlight. The
Pool with view
is stunning, and theSpa
itself is pretty swish! I got aMassage
and it was heavenly. They offer things likeBody scrub
,Body wrap
,Sauna
,Steamroom
, and even aFoot bath
– perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. - Fitness fanatics: They have a
Fitness center
. - Relaxation: they have a
Swimming pool
andSwimming pool [outdoor]
. - Other stuff: They have
Access
,Babysitting service
,Family/child friendly
andKids facilities
- though i'm not 100% on the last one.
Services and Conveniences: The Good, the Bad, and the Slightly Confusing
- The Good:
Concierge
service was great.Daily housekeeping
– always a welcome touch.Currency exchange
was handy. And they offerLaundry service
. - The Not-So-Good (or, Just Confusing): Some of the listed services, didn't all work as expected.
- Extra Services: They have
Meeting/banquet facilities
,Business facilities
,Dry cleaning
,Food delivery
,Ironing service
,Luggage storage
, and evenSafety deposit boxes
.
The Verdict: Worth It? (With a Few Caveats)
Okay, so would I recommend Ruby Home Vietnam: Jaw-Dropping RH3-503 Panoramic City Views? Absolutely. The view alone is worth the price of admission and a few of the hiccups. The rooms are clean, the staff is friendly (mostly), and the spa is amazing.
BUT…
If you need absolute accessibility (not just the standard-issue "accessible" room), you might want to call ahead and triple-check before booking. And if you're a coffee addict, pack your own travel coffee maker!
My Personal Experience – A Stream of Conscious Opinion
Picture this: I’m sprawled on the ridiculously comfy bed, jet-lagged out of my mind, staring out at the sprawling cityscape. It’s… wow. Seriously. That view. It's the kind of view that makes you want to write poetry (or at least take a lot of selfies). I think I spent a good hour just staring. Then I found the mini bar.
The thing about travel is – it’s never perfect. There are always little glitches, quirks, and moments of “hmm….” Remember the tiny coffee maker? I was almost in tears by day two. But then, the spa. Oh, the spa. That Pool with view
… unreal. And the Massage
? Pure bliss. I think I may have fallen asleep at one point.
The offer:
BOOK NOW and UNLOCK the Jaw-Dropping View!
- Free Wi-Fi, so you can post your envy-inducing panorama photos!
- Access to Stunning rooftop Spa with panoramic views, enjoy the Massage and the sauna
- Daily breakfast included!
- Free Car park [on-site]
- Complimentary bottle of water upon arrival
Click here to secure your RH3-503 Panoramic City View escape! (But maybe bring your own coffee.)
Luxury 1BR Venice Mall View! Free Pool, BGC Morgan Suite Awaits!
Alright, buckle up buttercup, because this ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. We're going to Vietnam, specifically that fancy-sounding 'RH3-503 Panoramic City Views from Ruby Home'. Sounds posh, right? Well, let's see how quickly we can mess it up. Here goes nothing…
The "I'm Actually a Disaster Tourist" Itinerary: Vietnam (Ruby Home Edition)
Day 1: Arrival & Absolute Chaos in Hanoi
- Morning (Approx. 8:00 AM): Land at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Immediately, a wave of humidity hits you square in the face. You remember that "light layers" advice you read? Yeah, forget that. It's light and soaked layers. Already sweating, already regretting my decision to wear linen pants.
- Morning (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM): Scamper through the airport. Passport control? Smooth sailing! (Probably just jinxed myself.) Finding the pre-booked airport transfer? A complete and utter comedy of errors. Misunderstandings with the driver, who insists on calling me "Mr. Captain." I'm pretty sure I'm not a captain of anything. Except, maybe, of a slow, stumbling tourist brigade.
- Morning (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM): The car ride into Hanoi. Oh my god, the traffic. This is legitimate, heart-pounding chaos. Motorbikes whizzing by like angry hornets. I swear, I saw a whole family of five on one scooter, plus a dog. Trying to take photos, but all I end up with is blurry streaks of color. This is going to be a long journey.
- Lunch (12:00 PM): Finally arrive at Ruby Home. Supposedly, the Panoramic City Views are the bomb. I make it to the apartment (after a minor incident involving the wrong key and a very confused cleaning lady - language barriers are FUN) and… holy crap. The view is breathtaking! Okay, okay, I’m a little impressed. (Maybe I’m not a complete disaster.) But wait, the air conditioning? Turns out it's not working properly. Ugh. Starting to become a cranky pants.
- Afternoon (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM): Trying to fix the AC. Fail. Call the rental agency. They're "on it." (Spoiler alert: they're not.) Commence sweating profusely and contemplating a very cold shower.
- Afternoon (3:30 PM - 6:00 PM): Okay, enough of this AC nightmare. Time to explore. Old Quarter! Street food! MUST. EAT. EVERYTHING. Wander the streets, dodging motorbikes (a near-death experience every few seconds), getting completely lost (thank goodness for Google Maps!), and stuffing my face with pho, banh mi, and some mysterious, delicious fried spring rolls. Almost got scammed by a cyclo driver ("Just a five-minute ride!"). Don't fall for it, folks! (Also, my stomach is starting to rumble with delicious anxiety.)
- Evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Find a rooftop bar with (hopefully) a working AC. Sip on a Hanoi beer, watch the sunset paint the city gold, and finally relax my shoulders. The view from up here is breathtaking; I think I forgot all about the AC. I feel so at peace that I don't care about the AC not working.
- Evening (8:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Attempt to find a decent dinner. Get completely and utterly overwhelmed by the choices. End up eating the first thing that looks edible (bun cha, in case you're wondering). It's amazing! But the heat makes it the most stressful meal of my life.
- Night (9:00 PM onwards): Back to Ruby Home. The AC is still a no-go. Lie in bed, sweating and contemplating the meaning of life. Maybe I'll sleep on the balcony? Hope the mosquitos don't find me first.
Day 2: Halong Bay Dreams & Cat Ba Nightmares
- Morning (7:00 AM): Wake up, still sticky. Swear at the AC.
- Morning (8:00 AM): The rental agency finally sends someone to fix the AC. It works! Victory! (For about 30 minutes.)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM): Pack my bag to depart for Halong Bay. Am slightly panicked that I've forgotten something.
- Morning (9:30 AM - 1:00 PM): Travel to Halong Bay. The drive is beautiful… at times. Then I get car sick. (Oh, the joys of being human!)
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Embark on a Halong Bay cruise (booked in advance, thank goodness!). The scenery is genuinely stunning. Karst islands rising from the emerald water, a true postcard moment. It's pretty magical, if I'm honest.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Kayaking through caves. Almost get stuck. Swear a lot. Manage to capture an awesome photo, though!
- Afternoon (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Relax on the deck of the cruise. Enjoy the gorgeous sunset.
- Evening (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Cruise arrives in Cat Ba Island.
- Evening (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Attempt to find a decent seafood restaurant. Succeed! Feast is had. I'm basically a walking seafood plate at this point. Then… disaster strikes. Food poisoning.
- Night (9:00 PM onwards): Spend the night in my hotel bathroom. Need I say more? (Spoiler alert: I’m saying plenty in between trips to the toilet.) This is the worst.
Day 3: Hanoi Redux & Redemption (Maybe)
- Morning (5:00 AM): Wake up still recovering, vowing never to eat seafood again.
- Morning (6:30 AM): Leave for Hanoi.
- Morning (7:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Bus back to Hanoi, feeling generally miserable and regretting my life choices.
- Morning (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM): Arrive back at Ruby Home. The AC is, predictably, broken again. Commence crying.
- Morning (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM): Attempt to find a pharmacy for the upset stomach. Success!
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM): Lunch is soup and ginger ale (the safest choices).
- Afternoon (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM): Explore the Temple of Literature. I was just expecting to enjoy the architecture, but I become completely immersed in the peace of this place. I needed this.
- Afternoon (3:30 PM - 5:30 PM): More street food exploration. This time, I am careful. Pho! But this time, I'm careful, only sticking to what looked busy. So so delicious.
- Evening (5:30 PM - 7:00 PM): Back to Ruby Home. AC works! (For now…) Watch the sunset from the balcony. It’s beautiful, and for the first time, I feel a sense of genuine calm.
- Evening (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Dinner at a recommended vegan restaurant, to be on the safe side. Good food. No regrets!
- Night (9:00 PM - 10:00 PM): Pack my bag. Time to leave.
- Night (10:00 PM onwards): Try to fall asleep.
Day 4: Departure
- Morning (6:00 AM): Check out of Ruby Home. Say goodbye to the view (and the temperamental AC).
- Morning (7:00 AM - 8:00 PM): Airport Transfer (fingers crossed this is smooth).
- Morning (8:00 AM): Arrive at the Airport. This time I am prepared.
- Morning (9:00 PM): Flight home.
Quirky Observations & Messy Thoughts:
- Why is everything in Vietnam so… small? The streets, the chairs, the portions of food… I feel like a giant sometimes.
- The constant honking! It's an orchestra of chaos. I think I’m actually starting to love it.
- Never trust a cyclo driver's "five-minute ride." It’s a trap!
- This is a beautiful country. I do not think I would survive here.
- I definitely need a stronger stomach (and maybe a hazmat suit) for the street food experience.

Okay, so... "Jaw-Dropping Panoramic City Views"? Really? Is it LIES?!
The Real Question: What's the Apartment *Actually* Like, Besides the View? Because I'm Pretty Sure I Can't LIVE on Panoramic Views Alone.
There was one *minor* little issue. The showerhead… well, let’s just say it sometimes decided to channel its inner sprinkler system and spray water everywhere EXCEPT where I wanted it. But hey, it’s part of the authentic travel experience, right? Character, I told myself. Character.
Is the Location ACTUALLY convenient? I'm a Lazy Traveler, Okay?
The infamous "Balcony Experience": Worth It? Spill the Tea!
I was feeling particularly angsty one evening, after a flight delay and a series of minor (and entirely predictable) travel mishaps. I went out there, poured myself a drink, and just… breathed. The city lights twinkling, the air warm and fragrant with cooking smells… it actually mellowed me out, which is saying something! The only downside? The neighbors occasionally smoking out there, but it was rare.
Cleanliness: Is it Actually Clean... or is it "Southeast Asia Clean?"
Any Downside That They Haven't Mentioned in the Advert? COME ON, Spill!
And fine, I’m being nitpicky, but the Wi-Fi, whilst it *works*, wasn’t blazing fast. Perfectly adequate for browsing, but don't expect to stream HD movies at warp speed. But honestly, who goes to Vietnam to stare at their laptop screen?
Would You *Actually* Recommend This Place? Be Honest!
So, yeah, I’m recommending it. Go, book it, and then send me a postcard. (Just kidding… unless?)

