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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.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Toshio
Japan
“I've been there many times and the breakfast is great. The location is also great.” - Hannah
United Kingdom
“Good location, the beds were comfortable and it was fairly quiet but the shower and toilet are in the dorm. The communal area is nice but it is open so it's hot. The breakfast buffet was very good.” - Majdi
Tunisia
“Location close to the cathedral Good price Breakfast included was fresh and tasty” - Ana
Slovenia
“The location is the best. Close to the main attractions and still less crowded than in the old town. The breakfast is amazing, with many choices and the view to the church is beautiful. In the room I stayed in there was also a balcony with chairs...” - Mihaela
Romania
“Everything except that the common area is close to soon at 22!” - Floria
France
“Great location, good breakfast, and comfortable room.” - Maria
United Kingdom
“The hostel is in a great location, right in the heart of the old town. The breakfast is good and there is an amazing view of the cathedral from the breakfast area! The staff were very helpful and it is very clean” - Maria
United Kingdom
“The hostel is in a great location, right in the heart of the old town. The breakfast is good and there is an amazing view of the cathedral from the breakfast area! The staff were very helpful and it is very clean” - Jolene
Singapore
“bed was comfortable but felt like it wasnt 100% clean maybe 80%? not bad though the staff were nice breakfast was nice too! good stay!” - Boland
United Kingdom
“The location of the hostel is very convenient in the centre of the old city”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
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.