Drift Backpackers Hostel

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Central Location: Drift Backpackers Hostel in Hoàn Kiếm offers a central base with St. Joseph Cathedral just metres away and Hoan Kiem Lake a short walk. Noi Bai International Airport is 25 km from the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and city views. Each room includes a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy the outdoor seating area. The property provides a lounge, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bike hire, tour desk, and luggage storage. Guest Favorites: Highly rated for its breakfast buffet, convenient location, and attentive staff, Drift Backpackers Hostel ensures a pleasant stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

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

Property highlights

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

Breakfast info

Buffet

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Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Emma
Australia Australia
“Perfect location, very friendly and helpful staff, always very clean, great breakfast included”
Katherine
Australia Australia
“Location is excellent, comfy clean beds, breakfast is superb, staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Milena
Germany Germany
“Super kind staff, the rooms were clean and spacious, the breakfast was really good, very central location , they had a fast and cheap option for washing clothes which was really convenient”
Camille
France France
“Everything was perfect, thanks to Drift hostel. I recommend !”
Darnae
Australia Australia
“Great location, comfortable and clean. I used this hostel as a base as I was in and out of Hanoi several times. Staff are friendly and the place is always clean.”
Dominic
New Zealand New Zealand
“Clean and tidy, other guests were great and respectful”
Carpediem123
United States United States
“Best hostel breakfast I've ever had. Comfy beds. Great staff. I'll come back again.”
Carpediem123
United States United States
“Stayed here twice. Best buffet breakfast I've had at a hostel. Includes eggs, sausage, salad, fruits, coffee, bread, juice, and more. Great location. Comfy beds. Good price. I'll definitely come here my next trip to Hanoi.”
Shanice
Germany Germany
“Very good hostel with a terrace to socialize. Bed was super comfy and breakfast was delicious.”
Sthefani
Spain Spain
“Definitely a great place to stay in Hà Nội. It’s very well located so you are close to everything. Still… you find the peace and quietness to rest. The dorms are pretty clean. Bed comfortable and big. Only one bathroom and 2 showers per room but...”

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House rules

Drift Backpackers Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of VND 30,000 is required on arrival. That's about US$1. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not 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

Need-to-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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.