Drift Backpackers Hostel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Central Location: Drift Backpackers Hostel in Hanoi offers a central base with St. Joseph Cathedral a 2-minute walk away, Hoan Kiem Lake 6-minute stroll, and the Imperial Citadel 1.1 mi distant. Noi Bai International Airport lies 16 mi from the property. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a terrace and free WiFi, complemented by a paid shuttle service, lounge, 24-hour front desk, concierge, daily housekeeping, outdoor seating, culture classes, full-day security, bike hire, tour desk, and luggage storage. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with showers, hairdryers, and buffet breakfasts. Additional amenities include a pub crawl, walking tours, and English-speaking reception staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Hanoi, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

Breakfast Info

Buffet

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See what guests loved the most:

Guillaume
Canada Canada
“The fresh fruits from the breakfast, the good advices from the staff and the facilities (good pressure for the showers!) Great balcony too!”
Denver
India India
“The location was just amazing. Staff was so helpful with all the booking to different places . The people were just easy going. The dorms were really comfortable.”
Michal
Israel Israel
“Great hostel! Beyond what I expected. I slept in a 12-bed room, there was pressure in the toilet. But beyond that, great wifi, hot water in the shower, great location and a breakfast that doesn't put any other hotel to shame! Depending on the...”
Minh
Vietnam Vietnam
“The room and the atmosphere quite nice, the breakfast also good, although it only last until 9:30, if only it could be longer until 10:30 will be better. The Pub also need to be open a bit later”
Glenn
Sweden Sweden
“Great location, wonderful terrace with good social hangout”
Tal
Israel Israel
“Location is awesome and the communal balcony is great. One of my favourite hostels in Vietnam.”
Markus
Norway Norway
“Best place to stay in Hanoi. Unless you’re allergic to church bells it’s nothing to complain about. I still dream about waking up in the morning to the breakfast and KAFFE MED MELK!!!! 100% the place to stay, the area is also pretty chill, despite...”
John
Philippines Philippines
“The breakfast was really good. I like that they have common rooms. The room itself is okay -good for backpackers and the price is very cheap.”
Shanks
United States United States
“Good value, cool part of town. Really sweet and helpful staff and comfortable beds.”
Amy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and helpful, plus breakfast included when it's already so cheap per night - also the breakfast is delicious! It's not a party hostel which I liked, it's more relaxed yet you meet so many lovely new people. Finally, the...”

Area info

Amenities of Drift Backpackers Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of VND 30,000 is required on arrival. That's about $1. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A damage deposit of VND 30,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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