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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.

This hostel was incredible They helped me organise tours and were honest regarding weather recommendations I would never hesitate to stay again

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9.2
Superb
1,340 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Well set in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi, Bông Hà Nội hostel is located 1.2 km from Hoan Kiem Lake, 800 metres from Thang Long Water Puppet Theater and 1.4 km from St. Joseph Cathedral. The property is set 2 km from Imperial Citadel, 2 km from Imperial Citadel and 2.8 km from Vietnam Fine Arts Museum. The property is a few steps from Hanoi Old City Gate, and within less than 1 km of the city centre.

Great location and very clean! Love the dormitory set up. It was super comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
£8
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.

Great hostel!! The staff is very friendly and helpful as well the owner in flexibility for check in time. The shared bathroom has a bath which is very nice. Prettiest hostel I have ever stayed in. Would love to come back when I’m in Hanoi again.

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9.1
Superb
167 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 homestay was amazing. Khai and his family was willing to help us with anything we needed and they were doing so always with a big smile on their faces. The room was absolutely sufficient and clean. It was close to all the city highlights and we also got some good tips for quality restaurants. Finally, Khai also willingly sent our postcards (and paid a few extra dongs because we inadvertently used less stamps) as we didn't have time to get them to the post office before we left Hanoi. I would definitely stay here again and I could recommend to everyone to do so.

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9.7
Exceptional
182 reviews
Price from
£12
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.

Loved the location and the staff were very helpful. Room was good and clean and very good value. Shower and Aircon was good. Breakfast was good too.

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8.6
Fabulous
2,190 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.

Right in the old quarter, comfortable and clean beds, and friendly staff that helps you with every question you have. I also found helpful the tour information desk they have to go hiking in Sapa. Highly recommended.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,636 reviews
Price from
£7
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.

Great location, fantastic staff, reasonable facilities, great rooftop vibes, fantastic breakfast, one hour of free beer every day (which is more than what most hostels do - some only deliver one keg), and a very very very good social vibe on the rooftop in the evenings. Honestly I think this is one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in, in all of Vietnam. It’s in the old quarter and close to all the eating places and the sights. This place was home to me.

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8.4
Very good
1,248 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.

The rooms were spacious and the beds really big and comfortable. Clean bathrooms and area in general. The staff is very polite and helpful. The breakfast is also really good, you can choose from different types of eggs and it includes fruits as well. On some of the days you also get free beers.

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8.5
Very good
1,956 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.

Everything was good and I had a comfortable stay. Facilities were clean, roommates were quiet, bed was comfortable. The free water is much appreciated!

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8.6
Fabulous
298 reviews
Price from
£44
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.

Stayed only 2 nights but really nice hostel. Cozy, comfortable, tea and coffee available throughout the day, smiley staff, clean rooms and bathrooms. You can book a taxi to the airport too. There’s a rooftop area where you can escape the noise of the city. Really nice.

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8.9
Fabulous
405 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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  • Mad Monkey Hanoi
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 332 reviews

    Well set in Hanoi, Mad Monkey Hanoi provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    Helen is a good host !! Lots of love to her, helped a lot

  • Hanoi Airport Suites Hostel & Travel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 187 reviews

    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.

  • Hanoi Backpackers Hostel Oldtown
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 36 reviews

    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.

  • Green Homestay
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 290 reviews

    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

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

    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.

  • Sword lake hostel
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 298 reviews

    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

  • Cheering House
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 171 reviews

    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

  • Cocon Old Quater Hotel
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 287 reviews

    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!

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Hanoi

  • Khai Homestay
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 182 reviews

    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

  • Musketeers Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews

    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.

  • Cheers Hostel Hanoi
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 405 reviews

    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.

  • Lake View Hotel & Travel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 762 reviews

    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.

    Lovely stay, cherry is awesome she helped us so much

  • Hanoi Banana Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 661 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Hanoi, Hanoi Banana Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    The beds are comfortable. Location was great. Staff is really friendly.

  • North Hostel N.2
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 306 reviews

    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

  • Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,190 reviews

    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.

    Location was amazing/ our separate room was very comfortable

  • Hanoi Lucky Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 435 reviews

    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.

  • Nexy Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 610 reviews

    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

  • Hanoi City Backpackers Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,956 reviews

    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.

    Very very good value breakfast is tasty and the free beer is very good

  • Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,248 reviews

    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

  • Hanoi Golden Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 199 reviews

    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.

  • NHÀ NGHỈ THÀNH THU
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews

    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.

  • Little Hanoi Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 383 reviews

    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

  • Global Hanoi Backpackers
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 13 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Hanoi, Global 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.

  • Hanoi Jade Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews

    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!

  • Phuong Trang Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews

    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

  • 516Home B
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

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

  • Hanoi EcoStay 2 hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 806 reviews

    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!

  • Ubuntu Hostel - Book Tour Here , Stay Here Free
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 377 reviews

    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

  • Agarwood
    Central location
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews

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

    La propreté et l'emplacement dans le centre ville

  • Hanoi Eastern Gate Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Hanoi Eastern Gate Hostel is set in the centre of Hanoi, less than 1 km from Hanoi Old City Gate.

    great hostel good location the staff were friendly

  • Thức at 3am - Old Quarter Hanoi Lotus
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 64 reviews

    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.

  • golden time hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 269 reviews

    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!

  • 3BT home
    Central location
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews

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

  • Ibiz City Hotel
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 233 reviews

    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

  • Hanoisunflowersuitehostel
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 78 reviews

    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

  • Hanoi Backpacker Hostel
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 3 reviews

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

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Hostels that guests love in Hanoi

  • Avg. price/night: £36.99
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 435 reviews
    The best hostel i've ever stayed. The room was clean, the price was cheap but bonus free, good breakfast. It was better than the others hostel nearby. Staff were friendly and always smile.
    L
    Liss
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,636 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed at in Asia! The hostel is really beautiful with great facilities e.g. a hair dryer and a pool to use. The staff are really friendly, they let me check-out late, they stored my luggage for me whilst I did the loop, and they let me change the dates of my booking last minute. The beds are comfortable with a bedside light and storage locker as well as lockers big enough for my 55L bag. Great location. Really enjoyed the free walking tour which helped me meet other travellers.
    Catherine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.38
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 73 reviews
    One of our best stay in Hanoi. The owner is very helpful and she makes sure you don’t face any kind of problem. We forgot our hand bag outside the hostel and our wallet passport money everything was there in it the owner saw our bag and kept it safe..Her daughter her husband they are very nice people and you can book you packages tickets from her on a very cheap price. Thank you guys for making our stay so memorable see you again..
    Tanwar
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £28.45
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 610 reviews
    Staff very very helpful and friendly. Great location in the heart of the Old Quarter. Hostel has lots of areas to socialise with other backpackers.
    Lois
    Solo traveller
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 263 reviews
    One of the best hostels in hanoi!! The guys of the staff are very helpful with any request you can have, they have a rooftop bar, with cheap beer, the rooms have a lot of space, they are clean and very nice. Thank you for everything guys I will be back!
    jorge
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £8.62
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 806 reviews
    Great hostel and amazing staff! Great location at the heart of the city but surprisingly quite at night, nice roof top, comfy bed with curtain and safe box. Just perfect for exploring Hanoi!
    miya
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.29
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,248 reviews
    Great hostel, great location and staff is available for any questions you could have and speak good English. We booked a room as we were just arriving in Vietnam for a long trip, the room was good, confortable and clean. The rooftop is the place to go if you want to meet some backpackers and take a drink! Definitely recommended
    Charline
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £25.29
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews
    Great location, hostel has only one room with 3 level bunk beds, it is a little difficult to climb to the 3rd level bed. Otherwise good, cheap, clean, right in the middle of old town.
    V
    Veikko
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,340 reviews
    Probably the best hostel I’ve stayed in. Excellent value for money. Clean and modern. Great location; in the heart of the OQ, but tucked away on a quiet street. The staff are lovely, they’re always smiling. Nice breakfast. Coffee with normal milk. Special thanks to Nancy for helping me plan a few trips.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.29
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,248 reviews
    we came to Hanoi central backpackers hostel to book our halong bay and sapa tour. I cannot recommend the hostel enough to do this! both tours were brilliant, food was delicious, great for meeting people and exceptional places to visit. snow in the hostel helped us pick the right tours and was great for providing information. I lost my phone on one of the tours and she managed to locate it and return it to me safely. thank you Snow! this hostel is 10/10
    Annie
    Young couple

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