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A true backpacker's hostel owned & operated by an awesome Vietnamese guy so I threw on my cape and created a hostel like no other and you know we've got it right! Why only 5 bucks you ask? 'Looks so good, there must a catch. Is there hidden costs?' Nope! ....you're a backpacker right? You're on a budget right? So we cater the price to your needs! Once you are here ... You simply won't want to leave! - The best things about central backpackers are the crazy travellers, super friendly staff, comfy beds, free internet, Breakfast and most of all Free Beer from 7:00pm to 8:00pm every night! Air conditioned, clean rooms, hot showers and did I mention free Beer. - Tour: Do the Halong bay and Sapa trips with us, we guarantee you will get the BEST time and the BEST one with the cheapest price! For Halong Bay tour: we are the 2nd organizer HALONG BAY PARTY trip for guest booking only through the Central Backpackers hostel only. And it is the 2nd tour in Hanoi that stays on a private island in the Cat Ba National Park where is next to the Castaway island and you can join in the crew of young and great fun people and have your own beach with the Bungalows, for Rock climbing, Kayaking and partying. For Sapa trek: We do offer the Sapa trekking tour and going to stay at homestay with the family of tribe hill people and we will show you all of the nicest part of Sapa like the brilliant landscape, the real live, the culture and staying far from the tourist area. We also do some daily tour around of Hanoi as Hanoi city tour, Hoa Lu- Tam Coc, Perfume pagoda, Mai Chau village, Phong Nha cave and open bus, flight or train ticket, visa... Everything you want we can get it. We look forward to meeting you and remember, Happy Hour starts at 7:00PM every night!
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14-16 Thanh Ha Street, Hanoi 100000 Vietnam
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The hostel is quite close to the old quarter which is a must visit on your trip to Hanoi. It is close to other places too in Hanoi like the Hoàn kiem lake, mausoleum, st. Joseph Cathedral
The check-in was smooth and easy. We had booked a room for the night for us. The front desk will ask to keep your passports as security or you can also pay a small fee of 100K VND towards security, we chose the later
The room was clean and had all the required aminities in place.
The hostel has lot of activities both inhouse and outdoor activity like pub hopping, excursions etc which can be availed via contacting the front desk
They have a Beer happy hour where you will get unlimited free beer for an hour every evening. The beer happy hour is concluded with a round of shots on the house 🍻
The bar is housed at the 8th floor and gives some good night time views of the city.
Taxi can be booked from the front desk for airport at reasonable rates and the staff was helpful with it
The check-in was smooth and easy. We had booked a room for the night for us. The front desk will ask to keep your passports as security or you can also pay a small fee of 100K VND towards security, we chose the later
The room was clean and had all the required aminities in place.
The hostel has lot of activities both inhouse and outdoor activity like pub hopping, excursions etc which can be availed via contacting the front desk
They have a Beer happy hour where you will get unlimited free beer for an hour every evening. The beer happy hour is concluded with a round of shots on the house 🍻
The bar is housed at the 8th floor and gives some good night time views of the city.
Taxi can be booked from the front desk for airport at reasonable rates and the staff was helpful with it
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This hostel was very fun and lively. Good place to meet people who were all very friendly.
Staff were great, big shout out to Harleigh (I hope I remembered to spell it currently). Was a fantastic staff member who was always willing to give us some tips and advice and has some incredible stories to tell. Ask him about the poems.
All staff were pretty helpful and willing, they also now have the hostel puppy which obviously makes all the difference!
Food here is great, free breakfast and they do a pub crawl every night which is great fun, plus you get free beer.
The walking tour is great fun.
Rooms were cleaned everyday including the bathroom so very hygienic.
Great overall hostel
Staff were great, big shout out to Harleigh (I hope I remembered to spell it currently). Was a fantastic staff member who was always willing to give us some tips and advice and has some incredible stories to tell. Ask him about the poems.
All staff were pretty helpful and willing, they also now have the hostel puppy which obviously makes all the difference!
Food here is great, free breakfast and they do a pub crawl every night which is great fun, plus you get free beer.
The walking tour is great fun.
Rooms were cleaned everyday including the bathroom so very hygienic.
Great overall hostel
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The location of the hostel was great and offered a wide range of free activities! The walking tour is a must, Lucy and Rosie were really good and bought laughter and a great buzz to the tour. The sky bar area is great also for a mingle.
Some of the reception and bar staff were very rude, before arriving we read that staff would be free to give their time to go through a map that they offer of the local area and what are must see's and do's. Upon doing this the young lad at reception just waved us off and said it was all written on the back... not the service we expected after great services from other hostels who offered the same along our way... Breakfast was also very average!
Some of the reception and bar staff were very rude, before arriving we read that staff would be free to give their time to go through a map that they offer of the local area and what are must see's and do's. Upon doing this the young lad at reception just waved us off and said it was all written on the back... not the service we expected after great services from other hostels who offered the same along our way... Breakfast was also very average!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: Lower floors for a quieter stay
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I had a really good time at this hostel! It’s a big place (8 floors) but doesn’t really feel it. The beds are ridiculously comfortable with a big duvet and AC. The shower are hot and soothing, and with free beers at night, free pub crawl and free breakfast you can’t really go wrong. This is a true backpacker hostel. The staff are a riot and make you feel at home, and they really give you a sense of the place with the free walking tour. I made life long friends on that tour and Cave and Jack were a huge riot and a massive help, they deserve mad props. Overall great experience. I’ll be back!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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This hostel has a great vibe to it. Really helpful staff and great rooms with warm water and a/c. The reps are also amazing! Both alex's , liv, lucy, rosie, and jack. You can go to any of them with anything and they will go out of their way to help you
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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This hostel had one of the comfiest beds and pillows I encountered at a hostel while in Asia. I arrived exhausted and late on a friday evening, went upstairs to the bar to see what it was like, and it was a very young party crowd. They were selling balloons at the bar prepping for a bar crawl and you could hear the music billowing down the stair case from the 8th floor roof in the lobby. The social scene was too young for me. However, the music did completely stop at 11 pm.
The hostel did offer a free walking tour the next day with a hilarious and adorable tour guide, a free breakfast, great location, and very comfortable beds.
Depends on what you're looking for to whether this hostel would be a good fit or not.
The hostel did offer a free walking tour the next day with a hilarious and adorable tour guide, a free breakfast, great location, and very comfortable beds.
Depends on what you're looking for to whether this hostel would be a good fit or not.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Stayed here 3-4 days on separate occasions while making the trip to Ha Long Bay and Ha Giang. 10/10 would recommend... staff are great and super helpful, plus a ton of convenient services like 24 hr laundry wash & fold, bus tickets and organized tours. Oh and did i mention the beds are super comfortable?? Stop reading and book your stay before they fill up :)
P.S. went on the Hideaway Island tour (near Cat Ba / Ha Long Bay)... was a great experience as you get to stay on a private island and enjoy the amazing scenery with new friends. Btw there is a single monkey that somehow ended up on Hideaway Island... be careful or he will drink your beer when youre not looking!
P.S. went on the Hideaway Island tour (near Cat Ba / Ha Long Bay)... was a great experience as you get to stay on a private island and enjoy the amazing scenery with new friends. Btw there is a single monkey that somehow ended up on Hideaway Island... be careful or he will drink your beer when youre not looking!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Just wanted to say thought this was a great little place to spend a couple of days before catching my flight onward. Morning buffet nice, good bread and catering for vegetarian and vegans a like as well as you omnivores out there. Took part in the free walking tour which is what caused me to pick this hostel in the first place and had a great laugh being led by our great and fearless leader Jack (for those of you new to Asia you'll see what I mean when being taught how to cross a road properly haha). Granted a few places were closed but nothing he could do about that but still allowed us to see where all the places are should we wish to visit again in our own time and includes a lot of extra stop offs then you'd think. Great experience. Thanks Jack.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Good hostel with basic amenities in the heart of the Old Quarter. The rooms and bathrooms were clean and comfortable. Free beer every evening was great for meeting other travelers.
Our highlight was definitely the walking tour led by Alex Cave. He was joined by Alex and Lucy and as a whole they were a fantastic team. They showed us all the highlights in the area, introduced us to locals and gave amazing tips on how to spend the rest of our time in Hanoi. Would highly recommend joining this tour to everyone.
Our highlight was definitely the walking tour led by Alex Cave. He was joined by Alex and Lucy and as a whole they were a fantastic team. They showed us all the highlights in the area, introduced us to locals and gave amazing tips on how to spend the rest of our time in Hanoi. Would highly recommend joining this tour to everyone.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip: Choose a room on a lower floor as the rooftop bar can be quite loud - but only until around 23:00
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Had so much fun at Backpacker central! The staff was so friendly especially Su who made me feel right at home. They offer free beer in the bar in the evenings and are just super cool n stuff. Again, it was a good time.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Yes, you can leave your big bags at our luggage store!
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"Choose a room on a lower floor as the rooftop bar can be quite loud - but only until around 23:00"Read full review
"We found that the rooms on the fourth floor offer the best Wifi signal reception (We stayed on three different floors during multiple visits)"Read full review
"All rooms are the same and in the same direction... The hostel has 7 story accomodation I think the higher you are the better if you like a quieter room coz hanoi is a city bustled with a lot of motor vehicles."Read full review
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$42 - $52 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
Which popular attractions are close to Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel?
Nearby attractions include Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) (0.4 km), An Handmade - H’Mong Hemp Fabric (0.02 km), and MasterTan (0.06 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ding Doong Restaurant, L'essence De Cuisine, and Hanoi Skyline Lounge.
Does Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel have airport transportation?
Yes, Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Hanoi.
Are there any historical sites close to Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Temple of Literature & National University (1.4 km), Hoa Lo Prison (0.6 km), and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (1.6 km).