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Golden Time Hostel

8.1Fabulous(385)

Hanoi, VietnamView map0.32km from city centre

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OUR GUARANTY: IT IS THE CHEAPEST AND THE BEST ONE YOU CAN FIND ANY WHERE ELSE.

The Golden Time Hostel is an ideal place to stay in Hanoi city!

All our rooms are clean , comfortable and include an air conditioning units, private bathroom inside, cable television,wifi internet, and a refrigerator. We have single, double, twin and triple rooms to choose from.

Our friendly staff can provide tourist assistance and travel services for your convenience.

The choice is clear, come stay with us and have a great time in Hanoi.

House Rules

Check In

13:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free City Maps
Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Bicycle Parking
Airport Transfers
Fax Service
24 Hour Reception
Tours/Travel Desk

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Reviews

8.1Fabulous(385)

Value for Money
8.3
Security
8.8
Atmosphere
7.0
Cleanliness
7.3
Staff
9.8
Location
8.8
Facilities
7.0

Summary of traveller reviews

Golden Time Hostel in Hanoi offers a friendly atmosphere with exceptionally helpful staff, particularly a lovely lady at reception. Its location is convenient for exploring, though some recent reviews mention cleanliness and maintenance issues, with facilities not always matching descriptions.

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Stayed in Mar 2026

8.0

Faye

Couple, 18-24, Scotland

Receptionist lady was very kind and smiley. The room was suitable for a short stay and had all that we needed.

Stayed in Mar 2026

7.7

Iulian

Male, 31-40, England

I've had a fair share in different types of rooms, hostels etc but this was a bit dirty and not cared for. For the price and the location, you can't really complain but it looks very different to the pictures and hygiene could be improved. There is a lovely lady at the reception, she is awesome.

Stayed in Feb 2026

8.6

Allen

Male, 31-40, USA

Pretty decent and affordable place. Recommend it if you are looking for something basic. The woman running the place is friendly and welcoming. They were able to accommodate a late arrival. I did inform them ahead of time.

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Location

43 Ly Thai To Street, Hanoi, Vietnam

0.3km from city centre

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About Hanoi

8.3Fabulous(1031 Reviews)

Activities

8.7

Eating out

8.9

Shopping

8.2

Chilling out

7.7

Transport

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Sightseeing

8.5

Culture

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Nightlife

7.9

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8.8

About Hanoi

🏮 Hostels in Hanoi for Solo Travellers: Old Quarter Chaos, Street Food & Ha Long Bay Gateway

Hanoi in 2026? Vietnam's capital keeps it real with narrow streets, motorbike chaos, and street food that costs pennies. It's more traditional than Ho Chi Minh, more manageable than Bangkok, and the hostel scene is legendary. From Old Quarter mayhem to Halong Bay trips, Hanoi's your gateway to northern Vietnam adventures.

🏠 Where to Stay in Hanoi

Hanoi hostels cluster around Old Quarter with rooftop bars. Hostelworld.com has over 124 Hostels in Hanoi — backed by 50589 traveller reviews. Expect:

Old Quarter dorms with AC and rooftop hangs
Halong Bay cruise bookings, food tours, and Sapa trek planning
Communal dinners, pub crawls, and travel route swapping
Staff who help navigate train tickets and border crossings

Your Hanoi hostel is your Vietnam adventure headquarters — and where you'll plan your northern loop with new friends.

🏆 Top Hostels to Stay in Hanoi in 2026

These spots get consistent love from Hostelworld.com travellers:

The One Hostel & Rooftop Pool Hanoi – ★ 9.72/10 – The One Hostel & Rooftop Pool Hanoi
Lake View Backpackers Hostel Rooftop Bar – ★ 9.52/10 – Lake View Backpackers Hostel Rooftop Bar

🗺️ Neighbourhoods to Explore

Old Quarter – Backpacker central, street food heaven, and constant chaos
French Quarter – Colonial architecture, upscale restaurants, and Opera House
West Lake – Expat area with cafés and quieter vibes
Ba Vi – Day trip to mountains and minority villages

Pro tip: Book Halong Bay tours through your hostel. They get deals and can vouch for quality.

🛵 Getting Around Hanoi

From the airport: Minibus to Old Quarter or Grab
Walk: Old Quarter is walkable chaos. Watch for motorbikes EVERYWHERE
Grab: Cheap motorbike or car rides across the city
Bus: Exists but Grab is easier and cheap
Cyclo: Tourist rickshaws for sightseeing (negotiate price first)

💬 Why Hanoi?

With 50589 reviews from Vietnam veterans, Hanoi is where travelers fall for Southeast Asia. It's chaotic but manageable, cheap but high-quality, traditional yet energetic. Your hostel rooftop becomes the nightly gathering spot where everyone swaps Halong Bay stories over cheap beers.

"Hanoi was Vietnam perfection. Street food blew my mind, Halong Bay cruise was epic, and my hostel became family. Northern Vietnam's energy is different — in all the best ways."
— Laura, France

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