Hanoi backpackers

Feeling like a bit of a party? Want to get your head down cheap and cheerful in Hanoi?

Well it may not be the quietest place in town but it suits the budget and the Hanoi Backpackers in under good management with Mark at the helm.

A top notch staff, both local vietnamese and expats, are on hand to take care of all travel arrangements including Halong Bay trips (these are def more expensive than can be found elswhere but you need to balance that with the activities and the private island). They will also offer cheaper alternatives if the budget is too tight!

Some reviews have slated the cleanliness of the hostel, alright the bathrooms do get a bit grungy but blame your roomates for that! Clean sheets, duvets and firm beds with lockers are spot on. Staff clean daily and take care of the AC and fans so you keep cool.

Rooftop bar open until 9.30pm after which it's off to Bia Hoi corner or a slew of bars in the old town. Free beer on Sundays for a couple of hours and a daily happy hour eases the Dong splurge burden but I do think that their regular 20,000 for a small beer is too expensive.

Breakfast is simple but the eggs and bacon paid option is yummy!

Internet access in the main building (wifi to first floor rooms only) is BUSY!!!

Great location though and easy to meet new friends so give it a whirl and have some fun in Hanoi!

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Peter J Smith April 2010

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