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Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain rooms at the hostel also offer a mountain view. At Catba Buffalo Hostel each room comes with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The place is great. We forgot our headphones there and the staff were extremely helpful and sent them to us the very next day free of charge. ♥️

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9.2
Superb
680 reviews
Price from
US$8
per night

Set within 2.4 km of Bai Chay Beach, BBQ Hostel Ha Long 2 in Ha Long features a number of amenities including a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a garden, the 3-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. Everything was great. Anh at the reception was amazing, super friendly and very helpful with booking bus tickets.

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9
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Situated in Cat Ba, 100 metres from Tung Thu Beach, Domik Homestay - Cát Bà features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a balcony with a city view. Very accomodating, kind and helpful people

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9
Superb
446 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

Situated on beautiful Cat Ba Island, The Oversleep Catba Hostel & Pool Bar sits along Lan Ha Bay and is just a 10-minute walk from Cat Ba Market and steps from the ferry terminal. Rooms offer balconies with views of Cat Ba Bay or the city. I stayed in the private room and it was perfect! Lots of space and the bed was very comfortable!

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9.1
Superb
537 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

The Little Leaf Hostel - Restaurant & Rooptop Bar has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cat Ba. Located around 7.9 km from Hospital Cave, the hostel is also 12 km away from Cat Ba National Park. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Beds are very spacious, clean and cosy! Location is right in the centre and the restaurant is very reasonably priced. They even let us check in early due to an early bus.

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9.7
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

SECRET GARDEN Hostel - WANDERNEST Cat Ba has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Cat Ba. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Cat Co 2 Beach, less than 1 km from Cannon Fort and a 13-minute walk from Ben Beo Harbour. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. I cannot recommend The Secret Garden enough! This place is truly the heart and soul of Cat Ba, offering the perfect blend of social vibes, comfort, and adventure. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and at home. The rooms are spotless, the beds are spacious, and the overall atmosphere is warm and inviting. The toilets are surprisingly spacious, and the showers are incredibly well-designed with travelers in mind—thoughtful touches that make a big difference. But what really sets this place apart is the incredible staff, especially the manager, Easy. He is the heartbeat of The Secret Garden—always leading by example, never just bossing people around. Whether it’s helping with day-to-day tasks or ensuring everyone from guests to staff is having a great time, Easy’s hands-on approach and positive energy are contagious. He’s someone you’ll remember long after you leave. The hostel is packed with activities that make it impossible to get bored. From daily themed nights (quiz night was my absolute favorite!) to the unique herbal foot bath, there’s always something fun to do. I loved the creative opportunities, like painting a mural for a free stay, and the chance to explore the island while earning free drinks and other perks. The boat tour I booked through the hostel was fantastic—well-organized, reasonably priced, and packed with memorable moments. What’s even better is that booking through the hostel costs the same as anywhere else, whether online or with other operators. Plus, booking through them earned me free drinks, which was a nice bonus! The Secret Garden is more than just a place to stay—it’s a community. It’s the perfect spot to meet fellow travelers, share stories, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re looking to explore, socialize, or try something new, this hostel has it all. Thank you, Easy and the entire team, for making my stay so special. The Secret Garden is a gem, and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cat Ba!

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8.9
Fabulous
1,579 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Boasting a shared lounge and a bar, The One Hostel & Rooftop Bar Catba is situated in Cat Ba, 1.6 km from Cat Co 2 Beach and 1.4 km from Cannon Fort. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hostel has a hot tub and karaoke. We had a wonderful time playing pool in the lobby, the volunteer Kora was very friendly and did a great job hosting trivia/karaoke nights!!!

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8.8
Fabulous
674 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

Set in Ha Long, 1.7 km from Bai Chay Beach, The Light Hostel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 800 metres from Ha Long Queen Cable Car, 6.2 km from Vincom Plaza Ha Long and 7.6 km from Quang Ninh Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests. This is an excellent budget hotel and hostel. All the staff are really caring. The reception staff also speak good English. The female dorm was cleaned daily with new towels and water. The room had a shared fridge and kettle. The pool is also really clean, with an excellent view of the city. I also appreciated the free daily breakfast. This is a really safe place for solo women travellers. Thank you for everything, and I hope to stay again soon.

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8.1
Very good
122 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Located in Cat Ba, CatBa Pod Hostel & Rooftop Bar offers beachfront accommodation 1.5 km from Cat Co 2 Beach and provides various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features evening entertainment and room service. Bed is very spacious and still you have privacy. Its clean and well maintained. Also the staff is amazing!

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8.7
Fabulous
936 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

Set in Ha Long, 800 metres from Bai Chay Beach, AROMA Ha Long Hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is situated 2.6 km from Ha Long Queen Cable Car, 9.3 km from Vincom Plaza Ha Long and 10 km from Tuan Chau Harbour. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

You can play darts at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking. Women work at reception is very nice person. Hung, Huong very friendly thank you

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8.8
Fabulous
166 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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