Gecko Backpackers Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

9.1

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Gecko Backpackers Hostel in Ninh Binh offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a balcony, work desk, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. The resort provides free WiFi, a restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating areas. Additional amenities include a kids' pool, picnic area, and bike hire. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Vietnamese, local, and Asian cuisines with brunch, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast options include local specialties, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. Prime Location: Located 1.2 mi from Thai Vi Temple and 58 mi from Tho Xuan Airport, the resort is near attractions such as Bai Dinh Temple (16 mi) and Tam Coc Cave (2.5 mi). Highly rated for its swimming pool, bed comfort, and attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian

Activities:

  • Pool table

  • Karaoke

  • Water sports facilities on site

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Mochileroo
United States United States
“Really great hostel, the most authentically backpacker place I've stayed in Asia. Interestingly, the guests were pretty much all Europeans, not a single Asian. The evening family style dinner (60-80k) is a fantastic value and a great way to meet...”
Ines
Mexico Mexico
“Great hostel! The rooms are clean and with AC, there’s a bathroom in the room and also some outside along with some showers, the place itself is very cozzy and you can choose what you want to have for breakfast (banh mi, pho, fruit bowl, pancakes)”
Tavor
United States United States
“Highly recommended! Great atmosphere, nice and clean rooms, fun pool area, and the owner is absolutely lovely and welcoming. Perfect place to stay in Tam Coc!”
Juico
United States United States
“The beds are very comfortable and the pool is very big. It’s a good place to meet people. For the price you can’t complain”
Natalie
Ireland Ireland
“They have the biggest pool in Tam Coc, it’s a very nice place to stay, comfy bed, good aircon, nice breakfast and perfect location. They also offer transportation to many place and also give you any support you. So I highly recommend them.”
Jan
Netherlands Netherlands
“The best part of the hostel is the staff and the overall vibe. Loads of fun activities and they helped us big time in booking next big things like Sa Pa and Ha Giang. Was the best place that we've stayed so far! For sure the place to be in Tam...”
Kristina
Lithuania Lithuania
“Great location as it was a few minutes away from the center but really quiet. The atmosphere in the common area was really pleasant and nice to hang out in.”
Tamara
Australia Australia
“The hostel has the coolest vibe to it and the private rooms are super clean and comfy! The location is perfect to, close to everything in tam coc but in a more quiet area. Great chill areas around the hostel and the breakfast included is great!”
Samuel
Austria Austria
“We had a room on the first floor which was very nice because we had our privacy (rooms on the lower floors might have a lot of people walking by). Pool was nice and larger than expected. The pool table was a little dirty and some balls we...”
Eneko
Spain Spain
“The best hostel in Vietnam and I could say in the world”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Vietnamese • Local • Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Nhà hàng #2

No additional info available

Resort facilities at Gecko Backpackers Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Gecko Backpackers Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gecko Backpackers Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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