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At the hostel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. At Old Quarter View Hanoi Hostel the rooms include bed linen and towels.

Great service, comfortable room, the drink is nice

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9.2
Superb
1,245 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Located in Hanoi, 3.2 km from West Lake, Musketeers Guest House provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy garden views.

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. At Musketeers Guest House each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Everything was perfect! Good location, comfy beds with curtains for some privacy, nice bathroom with hot shower and towels, yummy breakfast and very lovely staff and owner. Thank you all for the good time 🙏

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9.1
Superb
155 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Attractively located in Hanoi, Khai Homestay features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 1.3 km from St. Joseph Cathedral, 1.8 km from Quan Thanh Temple and 1.7 km from Imperial Citadel. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

With a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, some rooms at the hostel also boast a terrace. At Khai Homestay rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The people, the location, the comfort and pretty much everything else

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9.6
Exceptional
166 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Boasting a terrace, Hanoi Backpackers Hostel Oldtown is situated in the centre of Hanoi, 400 metres from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. The property is set 1.6 km from Hanoi Opera House, 1.2 km from St. Joseph Cathedral and 3 km from Ha Noi Railway station. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

I had amazing stay here! The staff is super friendly and helpful would always come back!

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9.7
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Buffalo Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is close to St. Joseph Cathedral, Trang Tien Plaza and Hanoi Opera House. Guests can enjoy American and British dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.

The rooms have a safety deposit box and selected rooms also offer city views. At the hostel all rooms have bed linen and towels.

Everything was clean and staff perfect , special mention to alex definitely the best person and pubcrawler, made my stay here amazing !

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8.6
Fabulous
2,120 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Set a 2-minute walk from Old City Gate in Hoan Kiem district, Little Charm Hanoi Hostel - Homestay offers elegant accommodation and an Italian-style restaurant on site. It also features an indoor swimming pool, and a bar. Guests can enjoy free WiFi access.

Likely the best hostels I've been i Vietnam. It was clean and cozy and close to a lot of things in Hanoi. The facilities were also good. I booked the Ha Giang Loop through the receptionist Galvin and I had a lot of special requests, which Galvin smoothly and effectively handled all the logistics for me. The Ha Giang Loop also ended up being one of the best experiences for me, so I am very satified.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,605 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Hanoi. The property is around 1.4 km from St. Joseph Cathedral, 1.9 km from Quan Thanh Temple and 1.6 km from Trang Tien Plaza. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The staff were incredibly helpful and enthusiastic in providing information (for example, finding the cheapest express laundry service when I needed my laundry done before the hostel could finish my load). There's a free breakfast every morning in a buffet style, and for the price (free), the quality and quantity of the food is absolutely incredible. All of the buffet options were at least vegetarian/vegan; there were no meat options. My room wasn't humid or stuffy, the beds were comfortable and quite soft, blankets were thick enough for the colder nights, and my room had a roof fan. And if you ask the receptionist, staff can change the sheets on your bed every night. I didn't ask for extra cleaning, so I don't know if the service is free, but I thought it was nice for the hostel to offer optional daily sheet changes. For about $5 US a night, I could not ask for better value.

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8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews
Price from
£5
per night

Set in the historical Old Quarter of Hanoi, Hanoi City Backpackers Hostel offers accommodations combined with warm hospitality in a quiet location. Free WiFi is available in rooms.

Surrounded by many small shops, recommended restaurants and cafés, Hanoi City Backpackers Hostel stands amidst a genuine Vietnamese neighbourhood full of local colour. Hang Da Market, 290 metres away and Dong Xuan Market, 650 metres away, are truly places to shop like locals and enjoy unique activities.

Hung is the best staff ever! He booked the loop and sapa and helped with busses and qestion for the first week of my trip. Really great hotel, clean rooms, highly recommended!

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8.5
Very good
1,868 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Hanoi, Sword lake hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to St. Joseph Cathedral, Hanoi Opera House and Trang Tien Plaza. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

Right in the center and great staff

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8.7
Fabulous
275 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Attractively set in the centre of Hanoi, Cheers Hostel Hanoi features air-conditioned rooms, a garden and free WiFi. The property is situated less than 1 km from Trang Tien Plaza, a 14-minute walk from Ha Noi Railway station and 1.4 km from Hanoi Old City Gate. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a tour desk.

Perfect location next to the chatedral in the hearth of the old quarter. The beds are nice and comfy, the private bathroom it's a plus.

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8.9
Fabulous
361 reviews
Price from
£7
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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  • Hanoi Backpackers Hostel Oldtown
    Budget options available

    Boasting a terrace, Hanoi Backpackers Hostel Oldtown is situated in the centre of Hanoi, 400 metres from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

    The property itself was nice. Clean rooms, modern and sleek.

    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews
  • Sword lake hostel
    Budget options available

    Conveniently located in the centre of Hanoi, Sword lake hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to St.

    Great host. Super location. Clos3 to everything. Clean bathrooms. Confy beds

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 275 reviews
  • Hanoi Lucky Hostel
    Budget options available

    Located in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Lucky Hostel is situated 200 metres from St. Joseph Cathedral and 800 metres from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

    Friendly staff, full service, clean, central location.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 404 reviews
  • Hanoi Airport Suites Hostel & Travel
    Budget options available

    Situated in Hanoi, 20 km from Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Hanoi Airport Suites Hostel & Travel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    The rooms are so good. I loved every bit of the hostel.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 182 reviews
  • Cathedral Hanoi Backpackers
    Budget options available

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Hanoi, Cathedral Hanoi Backpackers offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Great location, clean facilities, and very nice staff. David was very supportive! Would definitely recommemd if you're in Hanoi.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 11 reviews
  • Green Homestay
    Budget options available

    Located in Hanoi, 1.2 km from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Green Homestay provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Nice owners, quite comfy room, great value for money

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 279 reviews
  • Ubuntu Hostel - Book Tour Here , Stay Here Free
    Budget options available

    Ideally situated in the centre of Hanoi, Ubuntu Hostel - Book Tour Here, Stay Here Free features air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    The mattress is quite ok, the room is cozy and clean

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 366 reviews
  • Little Hanoi Hostel
    Budget options available

    Situated in Hanoi’s popular Old Quarter district and just a 10-minute walk to the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake, Litte Hanoi Hostel offers clean and comfortable rooms fitted with air-conditioning and free...

    Perfect located and very friendly, helpful service.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 319 reviews

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  • Khai Homestay
    Central location

    Attractively located in Hanoi, Khai Homestay features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 1.3 km from St.

    Very kind welcoming host, immaculate spacious room

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 166 reviews
  • Musketeers Guest House
    Central location

    Located in Hanoi, 3.2 km from West Lake, Musketeers Guest House provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    Breakfast was good, the host are super nice, best hostel ive ever stayed.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 155 reviews
  • Cheers Hostel Hanoi
    Central location

    Attractively set in the centre of Hanoi, Cheers Hostel Hanoi features air-conditioned rooms, a garden and free WiFi.

    Very clean and great to get some rest. And free bananas and water.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 361 reviews
  • Lake View Hotel & Travel
    Central location

    Attractively located in the centre of Hanoi, Lake View Hotel & Travel offers 4-star accommodation close to Thang Long Water Puppet Theater and Hoan Kiem Lake.

    Very helpful staff cherry. Good location near lake.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 617 reviews
  • North Hostel N.2
    Central location

    North Hostel N.2 is located in Hanoi, 500 metres from Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. It offers standard rooms and Hanoi-style rooms with free WiFi access.

    Very clean room with AC. Hostel owners very friendly

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 297 reviews
  • Nexy Hostel
    Central location

    Offering a terrace and views of the lake, Nexy Hostel is set in Hanoi, 300 metres from Ngoc Son Temple. Certain rooms feature views of the garden or city.

    Atmosphere, storage size, location, lift, staff friendliness

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 595 reviews
  • Hanoi City Backpackers Hostel
    Central location

    Set in the historical Old Quarter of Hanoi, Hanoi City Backpackers Hostel offers accommodations combined with warm hospitality in a quiet location. Free WiFi is available in rooms.

    The property was clean and tidy and excellent value for money !

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,868 reviews
  • Drift Backpackers Hostel
    Central location

    Ideally located in Hanoi, Drift Backpackers Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    It's awesome experience with Drift Backpackers Hostel

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 869 reviews
  • Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
    Central location

    Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Hanoi. The property is around 1.4 km from St.

    Chill place with all amenities Excellent atmosphere

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,214 reviews
  • Agarwood
    Central location

    In a prime location in the centre of Hanoi, Agarwood provides free WiFi throughout the property and free private parking for guests who drive.

    The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean.

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 9 reviews
  • Hanoi Golden Hostel
    Central location

    Attractively situated in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Golden Hostel is within 200 metres of Hanoi Old City Gate and 700 metres of Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

    The staff (Tom) was extremely helpful and supportive.

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 196 reviews
  • NHÀ NGHỈ THÀNH THU
    Central location

    Set within less than 1 km of Ha Noi Railway station and 2 km of Hanoi Temple of Literature, NHÀ NGHỈ THÀNH THU offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Hanoi.

    Location is awesome. Everything is clean. It's quiet.

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 153 reviews
  • Phuong Trang Hotel
    Central location

    Attractively situated in the Long Bien district of Hanoi, Phuong Trang Hotel is situated 3.1 km from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, 3.2 km from Hanoi Old City Gate and 3.6 km from Hoan Kiem Lake.

    Chú quầy lễ tân nhiệt tình. Ngay mặt đường mà giá rẻ

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews
  • Hanoi Jade Hostel
    Central location

    Attractively situated in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Jade Hostel is within 700 metres of Hanoi Old City Gate and less than 1 km of Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

    Very friendly staff. Really good location in town!

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 448 reviews
  • Little Hanoi Hotel
    Central location

    Located in the Old Quarter across the street from Hoan Kiem Lake, Little Diamond Hotel 2 offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel also houses a restaurant.

    Excellent location + friendly and helpful staffs :D

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 367 reviews
  • Hanoi EcoStay 2 hostel
    Central location

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Hanoi EcoStay 2 hostel is located in the centre of Hanoi, 300 metres from Hanoi Old City Gate.

    Great location, good facilities, highly recommend!

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 760 reviews
  • Cheering House
    Central location

    Conveniently set in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi, Cheering House is located 600 metres from Hoan Kiem Lake, 700 metres from Hanoi Old City Gate and 800 metres from St. Joseph Cathedral.

    The location is perfect, friendly staff to help out

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 160 reviews
  • Thức at 3am - Old Quarter Hanoi Lotus
    Central location

    Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Thức at 3am - Old Quarter Hanoi Lotus is located in the centre of Hanoi, 700 metres from Hanoi Old City Gate.

    Giá phòng hợp lý. Phòng sạch sẽ. Ví trí trung tâm.

    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 65 reviews
  • golden time hostel
    Central location

    Centrally located in Hanoi City, golden time hostel is within a convenient 10-minute walk to the famous Hoan Kiem Lake, the Water Puppet Theatre and the weekend night market.

    Thanh the receptionist was extremely kind and helpful!

    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 270 reviews
  • 516Home B
    Central location

    Located in Hanoi, 8.1 km from Vincom Center Nguyen Chi Thanh, 516Home B provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews
  • 3BT home
    Central location

    Set in Hanoi, 500 metres from Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, 3BT home offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar.

    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 12 reviews
  • Cocon Old Quater Hotel
    Central location

    Well set in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi, Cocon Old Quater Hotel is located 700 metres from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, less than 1 km from Hoan Kiem Lake and a 16-minute walk from Trang Tien...

    All is exellent! Super location and very comfortable room!

    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 273 reviews
  • Ibiz City Hotel
    Central location

    Ibiz City Hotel is located in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, just 3 minutes’ walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. It offers tour and ticket bookings, visa services, and car or bicycle rentals.

    Cheap, comfortable, clean & good location. 10/10

    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 226 reviews
  • Hanoisunflowersuitehostel
    Central location

    Ideally located in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoisunflowersuitehostel is within 500 metres of Hanoi Old City Gate and 400 metres of Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

    Quá tuyệt zời, ngay trung tâm, tiện nghi đủ, chủ tịch thân thiên

    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 77 reviews
  • Hanoi Backpacker Hostel
    Central location

    Conveniently located in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Backpacker Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 3 reviews

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Hostels that guests love in Hanoi

  • Avg. price/night: £27.27
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 70 reviews
    Clean, cheap stay with free airport transfer. Easy communication with hotel.
    Lachlan
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,245 reviews
    I’ve been travelling for 8 weeks and this hostel is the best hostel I’ve stayed in. The rooms are so comfortable, the bathrooms are clean. The staff are helpful and the hostel offer a lot. The location is perfect and I met some lovely fellow travellers! The free walking tour was a great way to see the city and to meet people. The hostel is very sociable but not party which is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much for a great stay
    Jessica
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,245 reviews
    Dorms were very clean and spacious with comfy beds. booked ha gaing loop with the hostel and It was fantastic. Also had a unfortunate incident with a person with food poisoning and staff were incredible and cleaned everything straight away to a very high standard. Cheap good breakfast at 50k
    Sophie
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,245 reviews
    Excellent location in the center of the old town I think this is one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed The people working here helped me with booking my trips from Hanoi, all their recommendations were on point I would definitely stay here again in Hanoi
    Nik
    Solo traveller
  • 7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 260 reviews
    It's very worth it for what you have to spend Please note that this is a budget hostel, so if you expect perfection, spend more money to rent an expensive hotel.
    Abin
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £28.09
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,120 reviews
    Everything started off really well at this hostel so I will still give it a good review. The staff are really welcoming and always there to help, the hostel has a really good emplacement and the breakfast is really good. I also ended up eating there sometimes because it’s cheaper than outside and it’s really good. They have a free walking tour everyday which was really interesting and is also a nice way to meet people.
    Arya
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 290 reviews
    Amazing hostel, great location, helpful staff. Comfy bed and large bathroom. Location is great, you can just walk anywhere in the Old Quarter. Good party vibes!
    Chloé
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £49.16
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,260 reviews
    The location is so good. Despite it being a central area in the Old quarter, it is not really noisy in the hostel. I had concerns about the safety of my luggage but it did not seem to be an issue. They don't provide locks for the locker for free but you can buy them at the hostel for a cheap price. The breakfast was so good as well.
    Elnur
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £23.75
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 196 reviews
    We were in Hanoi for three days and stayed in this hostel. It had a great location, in the middle of the old town. The host was very friendly and helpful. He gave us a map and an explanation of the must sees, helped us get a bus to our next travel location and he gave us water for on the way. Good price and quality. Very suited for backpackers. The hygiene was fine.
    Thom
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £10.88
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,868 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location right in Old Town. The staff are super friendly and helpful and it is easy to book buses, tours etc directly with them at a good price. One of few hostels that had double dunk bed in the dorm for couple travels on a budget which we thought was great! The pillows were super comfy. Nice aircon in rooms and breakfast of coffee and toast included.
    SarahGen
    Young couple

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