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Reviews of SECRET GARDEN CAT BA

169-171 Núi Ngọc, Cát Bà,Hải Phòng, Việt Nam, Cat Ba, Vietnam

#23 of 132 hotels in Cat Ba

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 354 hostel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The seervice at breakfast could have been better. But it was ok. The room didn't really have a window. It sounded like someone kept leaving a dog in the lobby at night time and it kept barking quite late.

    Cool place. Nice pool and bar area. Good location.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food at the restaurant is so-so, though obviously very convenient to have so close. A lot of the staff are volunteers and not the most efficient.

    This hostel has amazing vibes and fun nightly activities. We met plenty of awesome people of all ages. Has a restaurant/bar attached which is convenient. We had a private room and it was very spacious and comfortable. Music/noise wasn't too bad, especially with earplugs (which we have had to use anyways through our entire trip). You can easily book tours through the hostel as well as busses to your next destination. I would absolutely recommend staying here if you want a chill but social setting.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I love the vibe!!! Perfect to chill

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Great social hub for Cat Ba
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    All as expected

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I couldn't have stayed longer

    I spent pretty much my whole 4 days just relaxing in the bar and pool area. Just a great place to rest and unwind

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi was patchy on the third floor

    Great evening activities and fabulous food on offer

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Great for solo travelers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really great communal spaces with different activities for those that want to join in

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great, but two things that could make it even better would be: 1. A mirror in the dorms. 2. Hooks in the dorms to hang your towel.

    The staff and volunteers were so lovely and helpful, the restaurant serves really nice food, the vibe at the hostel is so welcoming, most evenings they have some sort of event going on, which is a great way to hang out and meet people, yet you could hardly hear any noise from the dorm rooms (I was on the 1st floor). Highly recommend this hostel, the beds were really comfortable too. There's lots of tours you can sign up to through the hostel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The vibes really good with activities every evening and social restaurant. Near the beach.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rather for partying people - there is a bar with music too Staff isn't very helpful comparing to other hostels I've been

    Good location, clean, they have nice tours, and small swimming pool

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect place to chill
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect.

    We loved the relaxing setting and atmoslhere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice hostel, very clean and good showers.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Good hostel and awesome restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super restaurant it’s a bit pricey compared to the average but it definitely worths it ! Beds and showers are nice and clean. Good location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful place in a relaxing village
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sadly we had a room facing a wall so not a lot of light and it was super humid so we could never get our wet clothes to dry, but that might be everwhere on Cat Ba. We rented a scooter that was quite out of shape, but they gave us an option to change it in the city center. But we heard that it seems to be common in the island as well.

    The place was beautiful and the room spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was great and the staff really nice, they always answered whatsapp messages really fast (and with <3s eheh)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    We had a good time!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It can be quite noisy but the hostel provides with earplugs which is nice:)

    Location was good, and the restaurant has many different options and the food was tasty!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Great stay
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities are beyond expectation for 6$/night hostel. Decent western food with some twist of local flavor Chill vibes

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Would recommend this place in a second
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was convenient clean and great vibe

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly staff Great vibes, good music Love the pub quizz

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice hostel with a chill vibe!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The cleaners came and change some beds already at 08.30 in the morning. Better let the guest sleep and clean later after check out! I don't like it that you can smoke in the restaurant. Not nice for us non-smokers!

    Secret Garden has a very nice vibe where you can both sleep, eat and chill. When I was there they had a free workshop in how to make dream catchers, which was fun to do! The beds are comfy with a big warm blanket and curtains for privacy. There are also big lockers in the room. The place is located in the center of Cat Ba and only 50 m from a vegan restaurant. They also organize tours. Would come back!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and comfy hostel. The staff is lovely and helpful. The common area is really nice. You can feel at home there.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    The most relaxing beautiful 4 days spent in Catba.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing bad to say! This place is incredible and staff work so hard to accommodate you. Would recommend to anyone !!!

    This is such a hidden gem in Catba, located directly in the centre of town with an abundance of shops markets and restaurants surrounding. The dog has amazing animals a beautiful cat and dog, this place feels like home. Cosy beds with soft mattresses, yummy cheap food & a really artsy feel to it. Motorbike rental available and help with booking onward travel!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely little hideaway
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked partially because of the pool, so a bit disappointed to see it closed. Showers run a little cold after a short while.

    Very nice and cozy hostel. Dorms are great with curtains and lockers, and staff is helpful with luggage storage, motorbike rental etc. Towels included, which is nice. Great and tasty food options in the restaurant, although on the pricey side for hostels.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kind staff and you can book different activities there

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    8.0
    I would come back there again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They were doing constructions or smth and the noise was aweful. Also, the swimming pool was empty.

    The place is beautiful and they had the best vegan breakfast that I took in Vietnam. Real bread!! The dorms are cozy and private, also were really comfortable.

    Stayed in January 2024

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