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Doris Cruise

5.0 star property
Ha Long cruise with spa and outdoor pool

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Escape to the high seas with Doris Cruise, where sailing and fishing meet luxury comfort. Indulge in a breakfast buffet, unwind with fitness classes or treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Stay connected with WiFi, and enjoy an arcade/game room or coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Business centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Why we love this property

Work and play at sea
This cruise ship combines business amenities with relaxation. A business centre, in-room workstations, and spa services create the perfect work-play balance.
Cruise dining extravaganza
The cruise ship features a restaurant, cafe, and bar for culinary enjoyment. Mornings start right with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Double Suite, Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

Executive Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Connecting Room, Balcony

Family Connecting Room, Balcony

  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Honeymoon Suite, Terrace, Sea View

Honeymoon Suite, Terrace, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Suite, Balcony

Triple Suite, Balcony

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Twin Suite, Balcony

Junior Twin Suite, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Panorama Room Ocean View

Panorama Room Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a chair.

Junior Suite Sea View with Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Connecting Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite Sea View With Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
Doris Cruise Waiting area, Dock 35,, Tuan Chau, Ha Long, Quang Ninh, 200000

What's nearby

  • Tuan Chau Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Tuan Chau Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tuan Chau Amphitheater - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dolphin Club - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ha Long Night Market - 18 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Haiphong (HPH-Cat Bi) - 55 min drive
  • Hanoi (HAN-Noi Bai Intl.) - 154 min drive
  • Ga Ha Long Station - 23 min drive
  • Cang Cai Lan Station - 25 min drive
  • Cai Lan Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Bunny’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pool Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • Pavilion
  • ‪Phúóng Nam - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Phở Gà Tứ Giáp - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Doris Cruise

  • Doris Cruise offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Ha Long Bay. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other features of this luxurious cruise ship include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a hot tub. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: noon
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Please be advised that this property is a cruise ship and not a standard hotel.
    • Registration is valid with full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, and visa expiration date for all passengers. A valid passport or ID card is required at check-in.
    • Guests must contact this cruise ship 3 days in advance to arrange transportation from Hanoi. A roundtrip daily transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long is available, with surcharges applicable. Following the cruise, a van will transport guests back to Hanoi.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Sailing
  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Free bikes nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per adult: VND 699000

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Doris Cruise Cruise
Doris Cruise Ha Long
Doris Cruise Cruise Ha Long

Frequently asked questions

Does Doris Cruise offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Doris Cruise does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Doris Cruise?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Doris Cruise?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Doris Cruise?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Doris Cruise?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Doris Cruise?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at Doris Cruise and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as sailing and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes cave exploring and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Doris Cruise also has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Doris Cruise?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

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Reviews

Doris Cruise Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for a wonderful cruise along Ha Long Bay. The staff is top notch. Cordial, helpful and enthusiastic. The food offering has variety and delicious. Cabins are clean with balconies to enjoy the amazing views. Highly recommended,
Walter, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cruise.
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The care and attention of the staff really elevated this experience. Katie and all the the other staff working April 26-28 were phenomenal.
Sabrina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic time on Doris Cruise. Family friendly. The staff were very helpful and gave great service. Highly recommend.
Leanne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice boat with friendly and helpful crew. The boat taking you to and from the boat took 40-60minutes which was a bit more than expected. Food was ok, but the views were amazing. Nice and clean rooms.
Kristian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our time on Doris. The staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful. Brian was a character, making mango daiquiri on request. Michael was incredibly helpful and was able to tell us a lot about the wildlife in the area. The food was amazing (sometimes a bit more than needed) and all of the days trips were great. Glad we did the 2 night cruise.
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional experience. I am really impressed by the professionalism of the staff. The transfer bus was so comfortable. The room was clean, spacious, the food options were the best, as a vegetarian I always feel « left out » but at this cruise I had so many options to chose from. It was such a peaceful cruise.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

We got the executive suite. The room is bigger and the balcony but that’s about it. Furniture is old albeit the cruise debuted in 2022. The shower didn’t drain properly. They also turned off my AC the morning after thinking that I only stayed for 1 night so we came back after a day of excursion to a very hot room. we booked the 3 days 2 nights itinerary. The first night dinner was not good. Also half of the food was vegetarian. The second night dinner was much better with more meat option. Both dinners were buffet. First and second lunch was set menu, which was ok. Last lunch was buffet so there were more options to choose from. Breakfast was below average. Happy hour cocktails were decent, although prices are steep, which is to be expected. The things I like the most are the aCtivities and the scenery.
Han, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Honeymoon suite was incredible, huge and beautiful, very large outdoor private terrace (though semi overlooked by next door). Great experience, though would have liked more time cruising (we had a 45 minute tender boat transfer) and as all these cruises, tried to pack too much activity into a short time and sadly even Lan Ha Bay was busy with lots of rubbish in the water. Food was good including lots of vegetarian options. Overall very good.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Service was simply amazing. Crew members are very friendly and helpful. The only thing that frustrated me during my stay was roaches. They were on the ship, and also in my room. We caught 3 little ones in our room on day 1. Cruise management has to take action before the infestation gets worse.
HAI DANG, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved Halong Bay, Doris ok

Fabulous staff, wonderful trip. Tat was a great host, very sweet. Our butler Annie was lovely. The room was tired and really need updating however the private balcony was great! The most disappointing thing was the spa. It wasn’t accessible via the top deck bar area and you can’t see anything when sitting in the spa. Also on day 2 it was green!! Awful, we didn’t go in on day 2. Good on the buffet each meal was really good. The day trip to the village was great!
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

BEST Ha Long Bay Cruise

Our trip with Doris Cruise Line was amazing. Everything was flawless from start to finish. The communication was extremely easy for pickup and drop off. The bus was right on time and picked us up right outside our hotel. The bus was extremely comfortable and quick. From there the tender from the pier to the boat was quick and easy. The staff was extremely inviting and enthusiastic. The food during our stay was excellent. There was a wide variety for all appetites. Our room was fantastic and the views from the balcony were surreal. The entire boat was clean top to bottom. The location the cruise went to was very secluded during the day. We were worried about this because many travel blogs and forums said the Ha Long Bay cruises are over crowded with ships and not worth it. The Doris cruise was not like this at all. We spent a lot of time searching for a cruise and there were many to choose from. Don’t think any more, JUST BOOK IT!
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

I have given Doris Cruise a 1 star but this is not reflective of the majority of staff, as they do their absolute best despite working horrendously long hours for very little pay. I would not recommend this cruise to anyone, unless you want very poor value for money. The price of drinks on board is ridiculously high, and it's not as though they're in the middle of an ocean miles from land. Tea and coffee is supposed to be provided free of charge in the cabin but getting a replenishment of supplies over and above the single serve each is impossible, which was clearly an attempt to get you to buy it in the bar/restaurant. Food ran out, to the extent that there was no butter for breakfast on our 2nd morning. The itinerary was not as advertised and when I complained about this following our cruise and said I planned to post a bad review, they asked me to wait 24 hours for them to respond. In that 24 hours they updated their website and as I'd stupidly not taken screenshots in advance, I then had no evidence. Doris Cruises then stopped replying to me, despite saying that they wanted to remedy my complaint! Yes, the scenery is stunning but the cruise is not worth the money we paid. A much better experience and the opportunity to see far more of Cat Ba island could be had by taking a day cruise and staying on the island itself. I only wish that I'd known this before as I could have saved a lot of money.
Sian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing
Alexandra, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was great
Alexandra, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great option for cruise and friendly staff.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

the cruise ship was lovely, the rooms were nice, food - tasty and staff- very friendly and helpful.
Virginija, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

A fantastic stay and a fantastic trip. Would highly recommend. Thank you
Daria, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Services was good, but boat could be a lot nicer if they give it more maintenance. Our room was not the best… make sure when you book you don’t get the 400-403 rooms, you won’t have balcony. Bathroom were very moldy, very poor condition. Our bed bedsheets were stained… Food was very good! We did different activities like kayaking, fishing at night, happy hour and more. Is definitely not a bad option since is only for a night.
Ariadna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was truly amazing….from beginning to end. The views, room, service, food and scenery were exceptional!
Debra, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and attentive staff. Great way to experience ha long bay.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Well communicated, great staff.
Don, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolute highlight of our trip to Vietnam. Friendly courteous staff, great food and atmosphere. Nicely presented, clean cabins. An all over brilliant experience.
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience with doris cruise. Rooms and bathroom was beautiful with floor to ceiling glass to see the views of halong bay. Staff were great as well. Good activities
Joanne, 1-night trip