Who are we

In December 2004 we, Michael and Max 2 Aussies living in Hanoi, converted a former Diplomat's house into Vietnam's first and only International style Backpackers' Hostel.

The hostel is kept laidback, safe, clean and social events like the Roof Top BBQ's and Sunday Sessions are a great way to meet other travellers.

For those of you just passing through we offer a transit stop so you can securely store you pack while you wonder around Hanoi and grab a shower before leaving on night trains and buses for other exciting destinations.

Facilities

Travel/Info Desk
Security Lockers for luggage
Guest Kitchen
24 Hour Reception
Roof Top Bar and BBQ Area
No Lockout
No Smoking inside

Services

Currency Exchange Flight Tickets
Visa arrangements
Tour bookings
Bike Hire
Airport pick-ups
Laundry

Our rooms and beds

With 42 oversized, super-comfy bunk beds divided between 1 Nunnery (female) and 3 mixed rooms. All our dorms are airconditioned and have en-suites.

Each bed in our funky dorm rooms has its' own huge locker, reading light and a convenient shelf for Ipods and stuff. Linen is included with a very fluffy pillow and a warm duvet in winter.

Couples are not forgotten, we also have 2 double suites for those who value their privacy.

Our all inclusive accommodation prices include internet use, all day self-service tea 'n' coffee with fresh baggetts and hostel made jams and spreads for breakfast.

What to see and do

Haggle with the H'mong in Sapa, jump off a Junk in Ha Long Bay, motorbike over mountains in the Northwest, trek through the caves of Tam Coc, scuba dive off Hoi An, fake a tan on China Beach, climb a rock on Cat Ba Island, learn how to cook in Hanoi, ride a bicycle in the Mai Chau Valley, homestay on Lake Ba Be, get paralytic on JamJars in Nha Trang, look across river gorges into China in Ha Giang, pay your respects to Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi and chow down on the best burgers outside the Burger Man in Sydney on the roof top of the Hostel.

Finding us

Situated down a small, quiet lane just 1 block north of the steps of the St Joseph's Cathedral in the centre of town and 3 minutes walk to Hoan Kiem Lake. The hostel is perfectly located to explore Hanoi's Old Quarter.

The hostel is just 300ms north of the Airport shuttle stop located at 1 Quang Trung St and 1km from the Hanoi Train Station. If you tell us when you are arriving to Hanoi Train Station we will pick you up for free.

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Hanoi International Airport is approximately 45min to 1 hour from the centre of Hanoi. Airport shuttles ($3US/person) and taxis ($10-$17US) are available from the arrivals terminal.

A hassle free airport transfer can be arranged from as little as $12.50US for a 4 seat car. To have us arrange a driver to meet you when you arrive at Hanoi International Airport use the contact form to the right to send your flight details.

Be aware some shuttle and taxi drivers, operating from the airport, train and bus stations accept commissions for taking unsuspecting travellers to budget hotels that claim to work with us.

In fact the hostel is situated on a lane too narrow for shuttle buses and taxis to drive down. So if the shuttle bus or taxi stops directly outside a hotel you have been taken to the wrong address.

If you find yourself in this situation decline politely and make your way to the St Joseph's Cathedral (photo above) on Nha Tho Street and ask one of the cafes or restaurants to point you in the direction of the Hostel.