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Situated in Cat Ba, 2.9 km from Xuan Dam Beach, Republic Hostel Cat Ba features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is around 5.7 km from Ben Beo Harbour, 5.7 km from Cannon Fort and 5.9 km from Hospital Cave. Rooms have a balcony with a lake view.

Best manager of all, solve all my issues

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9.1
Superb
167 reviews
Price from
TL 190
per night

SECRET GARDEN CAT BA has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cat Ba. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Cat Co 2 Beach, a 17-minute walk from Cat Co 1 Beach and 2 km from Cat Co 3 Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

Truly one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at. Everything was done so well! The dorm room was comfortable, with heavy curtains for the beds and nice shelves to put belongings. There were big lockers. The premises were beautiful - with art on the walls, pretty light fixtures, and comfy beanbags. There was a swimming pool and a pool table and plenty of space to chill and socialize. The in house restaurant was delicious! I had coffee there every morning and a passion fruit smoothie every afternoon. Delicious. Fantastic location - central to the island, but not noisy and crowded. And finally, amazing staff! They were all so kind and helpful. Linh even helped me get my motorbike out of a tough spot. I stayed here for 6 nights, and could have spent even more. I hope I will come back some day! Thank you to everyone who makes this hostel as wonderful as it it.

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9.1
Superb
695 reviews
Price from
TL 252
per night

Situated in Cat Ba, 90 metres from Tung Thu Beach, Domik Homestay - Cát Bà features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Located around 2 km from Cat Co 1 Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.5 km away from Cat Co 2 Beach. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

Very friendly staff , great hospitality :) Nice square ( fishermans square ) , 5 minutes walk from the center , so quiet :) I love the rooftop too

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9
Superb
373 reviews
Price from
TL 139
per night

Situated on beautiful Cat Ba Island, The Oversleep Catba Hostel sits along Lan Ha Bay and is just a 10-minute walk from Cat Ba Market and steps from the ferry terminal. Rooms offer balconies with views of Cat Ba Bay or the city.

This was probably the best hostel we’ve stayed in during three months travelling in the region. It’s very new so everything is in perfect condition, but it’s also all very well thought out. Plenty of storage space in the dorms, nice warm reading lights and good thick curtains around the beds to block out light. Bathrooms are great - very clean, with nice, powerful (and hot if you want) showers. The staff are also wonderful. Toby at the front desk is smiley, warm and always happy to help. Pa Pa in the restaurant/bar is such a beautiful soul and made us feel so welcome every time we walked in the room. The rest of the staff whose names I sadly don’t know made our stay that much better - always smiling and making us feel like we were staying in more than “just” a hostel. Thank you Toby, Pa Pa and everyone else in the team for everything you do!

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9.3
Superb
48 reviews
Price from
TL 390
per night

Located in Cat Ba, 2.8 km from Tung Thu Beach, Catba Buffalo Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. Located around 4.1 km from Hospital Cave, the hostel with free WiFi is also 4.4 km away from Ben Beo Harbour. Some rooms at the property include a balcony with pool view.

Great location and staff who are always smiling and willing to help. I highly recommend this place.

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8.8
Fabulous
345 reviews
Price from
TL 273
per night

Facing the beachfront, Catba Pod Hostel offers 2-star accommodation in Cat Ba and features a shared lounge, terrace and restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Cat Co 1 Beach, a 17-minute walk from Cat Co 3 Beach and 1.5 km from Cat Co 2 Beach. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service.

I liked the atmosphere of Cat ba hostel. It was in the centre and close to everything. The bed was super comfortable and spacious. The restaurant on the bottom floor was very good quality and I loved the free breakfast. It was very taste. The highlight for me was the attitude of the staff and employees, so friendly and caring. Very easy to sort any trips etc. I would also like to note an act of kindness by one of the staff members called Vu. I mistakenly left my clean laundry at the hostel and only realised when I was back in Hanoi. Vu had the laundry dropped down to a bus station where I collected it in Hanoi. A powerful act of kindness. Thanks Vu. Would 100% recommended This hostel.

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8.7
Fabulous
854 reviews
Price from
TL 202
per night

Situated in Cat Ba, Luna's House Hostel is 1.2 km from Cat Co 2 Beach and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a garden, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hostel has family rooms.

It has comfortable beds, and offers meals at a very good price. The staff very attentive.

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8.4
Very good
616 reviews
Price from
TL 152
per night

Situated in Cat Ba, 300 metres from Cat Co 3 Beach, LePont Cat Ba Bungalow features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Cat Co 1 Beach and around a 12-minute walk from Cat Co 2 Beach. The accommodation offers room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

The location and the staff. The girl from the front desk, is very friendly and did her best to make us feel comfortable.

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8.8
Fabulous
192 reviews
Price from
TL 1,022
per night

Set in Cat Ba, 2.9 km from Cat Ba National Park, Woodstock Jungle Camp offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 6.9 km from Hospital Cave, 15 km from Ben Beo Harbour and 15 km from Cannon Fort. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

I spent three days in this beautiful place surrounded by mountains in the lush green nature! It's remote from city and that's it's previledge! There's great swimming pool and restaurant with good food! Staff was very helpful, they even picked me up from bus stop and dropped me off on day on my departure!! If I come again to Cat Ba I'll stay here for sure!! Thank you for everything!!

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8.6
Fabulous
37 reviews
Price from
TL 253
per night

Set 5 km from the city centre, Cat ba beach house offers accommodation with free WiFi access. the property has an on-site restaurant and bar.

Opening to a terrace with sea views, all units are fitted with a kitchenette with a stovetop. A balcony with garden views is offered in each unit.

Staff was exceptional friendly and very caring!

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8
Very good
27 reviews
Price from
TL 275
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • The Oversleep Catba Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews

    Situated on beautiful Cat Ba Island, The Oversleep Catba Hostel sits along Lan Ha Bay and is just a 10-minute walk from Cat Ba Market and steps from the ferry terminal.

    Great location, very clean, friendly and helpful staff

  • Domik Homestay - Cát Bà
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 373 reviews

    Situated in Cat Ba, 90 metres from Tung Thu Beach, Domik Homestay - Cát Bà features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The property is nice. As a solo-er, I wouldn’t ask for more.

  • Green Mountain Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews

    Located in Cat Ba and with Cat Co 2 Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Green Mountain Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    Personnel enthousiaste et attentionné, lit confortable

  • Catba Central Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 60 reviews

    Catba Central Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Cat Ba.

    Die Betten waren super bequem und alles war sauber

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  • SECRET GARDEN CAT BA
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 694 reviews

    SECRET GARDEN CAT BA has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cat Ba.

    Nice chillout place. Good to meet other travellers.

  • Republic Hostel Cat Ba
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews

    Situated in Cat Ba, 2.9 km from Xuan Dam Beach, Republic Hostel Cat Ba features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Really helpful Staff- who went out there way to help in everything.

  • LePont Cat Ba Bungalow
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 192 reviews

    Situated in Cat Ba, 300 metres from Cat Co 3 Beach, LePont Cat Ba Bungalow features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    Location, amazing views from room, bathtube in room

  • Catba Buffalo Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 345 reviews

    Located in Cat Ba, 2.8 km from Tung Thu Beach, Catba Buffalo Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Awesome hostel! Very clean and chill with a good restaurant

  • Catba Pod Hostel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 854 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Catba Pod Hostel offers 2-star accommodation in Cat Ba and features a shared lounge, terrace and restaurant.

    Really nice vibe going on and great food on the menu.

  • Woodstock Jungle Camp
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 37 reviews

    Set in Cat Ba, 2.9 km from Cat Ba National Park, Woodstock Jungle Camp offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Food,Staff,Stay everything combination of best I would say.

  • Luna's House Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews

    Situated in Cat Ba, Luna's House Hostel is 1.2 km from Cat Co 2 Beach and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

    The restaurant and the food, very affordable prices.

  • Catba Beach House
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 27 reviews

    Set 5 km from the city centre, Cat ba beach house offers accommodation with free WiFi access. the property has an on-site restaurant and bar.

    Direkte Lage am Strand, sehr leckeres Essen und hilfsbereites Personal.

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Hostels that guests love in Cat Ba

  • Avg. price/night: TL 632.76
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 176 reviews
    The best hostel in Vietnam so far. Social life, breakfast, comfortable beds and cheap, that's all you need. It's a new building so everything is pretty new (March 2024).
    Szymon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: TL 1,093.41
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 345 reviews
    Great social hostel, good for meeting people.. they provide a free shuttle into town and back in the evening which makes up for the remote location
    Alex
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: TL 442.93
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews
    Cheaper than a hostel for a private room with bathroom for 2 people
    Philomene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: TL 506.21
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 339 reviews
    Great location, lovely staff, decent free breakfast, large room for such a cheap price, and good amenities provided.
    sophie
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews
    I work remotely, the Internet was stable, this is the main thing! Oh and the price is cheap. Clean rooms and safety at this place, a new resort and worth choosing, room prices suitable for tourist season and international guúets.
    Ilya
    Solo traveller
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 134 reviews
    We stayed there for four nights and had a lovely stay. The accommodation is very central and everything is within walking distance. The family that runs the hotel is very friendly and you can have an authentic and warm experience. They can book buses and tours for you at local prices, the cheapest deals we've seen on Cat Ba. The accommodation is basic but for us as low budget travellers it was just right and the included breakfast was delicious. It was a great experience due to the really outstanding friendly host.
    Yunus
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: TL 442.93
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews
    The lady from the Hostel is very nice and kind. We arrived at 7am and we easily booked a 1day tour in HanLa bay for 8:30am the same day. The restaurant down the Hostel "Yummy 1" is very good and cheap. The Hostel is very well located.
    Julien
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: TL 1,093.41
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 345 reviews
    Backpacker hostel so can meet people
    Alex
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: TL 367
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 263 reviews
    This place is located by the main road, close to everything. The rooms are big, beds comfy and the bathroom clean. WiFi works very well. If you chose the room with a sea view, the landscape is stunning. The owner is kind, attentive and helps with booking tours (cheaper than in the hostel nearby). Breakfast options are fine, available from 6.30am
    Daria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: TL 1,093.41
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 345 reviews
    great social Hostel, modern, clean, great breakfast, free beer happy hour, billiard, good place to meet people, free shuttle to town center for Afterparty, cheap bike rental
    Martell
    Solo traveller