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283/41 pham nhu lao street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

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90%Overall Rating

From 17 ratings
  • 88%Character
  • 85%Security
  • 98%Location
  • 94%Staff
  • 86%Atmosphere
  • 91%Cleanliness

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77%

A great play to stay if you just need a base for travelling the city. No so great if your looking to socialise and meet new people. Couldn't ask for a better location and even though you're off quite a noisy street you can't hear a thing in the rooms. The staff were really helpful with where to go and when arranging transport to other places.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Couple 18-24
  • (8 reviews)


90%

Everything was good, except the fact that they had only one bathroom.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


93%

Conveniently located in the backpackers area, in a small alley (more quiet than other places), this was a great place to stay in Saigon. The British owner had a personal approach and service. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. There's no restaurant, but there's plenty of options literally around the corner. The staff helped us out with tours, buses and even a hospital; we felt very welcome and relaxed here.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 24 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Belgium
  • Couple 25-30
  • (15 reviews)


90%

rooms were clean, and the staff were really really helpful! although its in a good area and is pretty safe in the day, the walk back from the main street at night is really dangerous if your on your own, i got my bag snatched by a guy on a moped, and it really hurt being dragged down the street. so just be careful pleeeease :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Couple 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


100%

wouldn't change a thing... this place rocks!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 31-40
  • (5 reviews)

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Thanks Robert, glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully see you again!

100%

A great hostel in a great area, run by an English guy and a local girl on reception - both very friendly and helpful and make the stay very easy. The hostel is located in a busy lively area, but because it's in a safe, quiet alley, you wouldn't know this when you're trying to sleep. I really enjoyed my stay here.

  • Globetrotter
  • 08 Apr 2012
  • tathmew
  • England
  • Male 25-30
  • (28 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks Matt, I hope you enjoy the rest of your travels.

93%

Brilliant location right in the middle of the backpacker area. Staff are really friendly and very helpful. Its basic but can't complain about anything given the price we were paying. Overall had a really good time at this hostel and would definitely recommend staying here.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Wales
  • Couple 18-24
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks Sophie, I hope you enjoy the rest of your travels.

83%

The staff who change the sheets do it right away. After one girl left the dorm, a woman changed the sheets as soon as she left, she was so stealth! The only disadvantage is that most hotels and hostels in this area tend to have their own kitchen but since you are in the backpacker area, there are plenty of nearby, walkable places.


97%

This hostel is one of the friendliest I've ever been to! It's very small and homey. The owner is very nice and the girl working there is just so lovely, friendly and helpful. It is located in the busy backpacker's area, but in a small street so it's very quiet, It's very clean and neat and I would definitelly come back!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Slovenia
  • Female 18-24
  • (5 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks Natasa, I hope the rest of your travels go well!

100%

The hostel was brilliant. I paid only $6 a night for a bed in the dorm and it had everything I needed. It was clean and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I booked only 1 night, but ended up staying a week, and I hope to come back again!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


87%

For $6 a night (dorm) who could complain? The English owner was very helpful and the staff good-natured. AEverything you need is directly outside the front door. I'd have no problem staying here again in the future.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Wales
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)




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