About

Welcome to The Banana Tree Hostel – Ninh Binh’s Social Hub

The Banana Tree Hostel is a lively social hub in the heart of Tam Coc, bringing together travellers, expats, and locals for great food, drinks, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you're here to meet people, explore, or just enjoy the atmosphere, our team is ready to help you make the most of your trip — from booking buses and trains to organizing tours, including our Ha Giang Loop adventures and Halong Bay cruises.

Set along the beautiful Tam Coc river, our garden offers stunning views of passing rowing boats and the iconic limestone mountains, especially at sunset. Spend your afternoons relaxing by the pool at our Sunset Bar, enjoying a cocktail, or unwinding in our common areas.

We host regular nightly events like pub quizzes, games, and social gatherings, creating a fun and friendly environment. Some nights can be lively, but everything winds down by midnight so guests can still get a good night’s rest.

If you’re looking for something more relaxed and quiet, we recommend checking out our sister property, **The Laneway Hostel**, designed for a more chilled, boutique-style stay.

**Rooms & Facilities**
Our dorms are designed for comfort and convenience, featuring:

* Thick, comfortable mattresses
* Spacious bunk beds with privacy
* Personal power points and lockers (locks provided)
* En-suite or nearby bathrooms
* Air conditioning from 5 PM to 10 AM
* Free Wi-Fi throughout the property

Whether you want to socialise, relax, or plan your next adventure, we’ve got you covered.

We hope to see you soon — feel free to reach out if there’s anything we can help with!

**Things to Note & Policies**

* Free cancellation: 2 days before arrival
* Check-in: from 14:00
* Check-out: before 11:00

**Booking Notes:**

* Bookings across different room types may require room changes. We’ll always do our best to keep you in the same room — contact us directly for assistance.
* Super early check-in is not guaranteed during busy periods. To secure early access, please book the night before.
* Group bookings (3+ guests): we’ll try to keep you together, but this may not always be possible during peak times. Contact us in advance for the best chance.

**General Information:**

* Payment on arrival: cash or credit card (credit card fees apply)
* Taxes included in room rates
* Reception: 24 hours (limited service between 10 PM – 7 AM)
* No smoking in rooms (designated smoking areas available)
* No pets allowed

**Good to Know:**
We are a social hostel with regular events, but not a late-night party hostel. We ask guests to respect others and keep noise to a minimum after midnight.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

9.4Superb(2399)
  • Value for Money
    9.3
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    9.4
  • Cleanliness
    9.4
  • Staff
    9.7
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    9.3
Summary of traveller reviews

The Banana Tree Hostel in Ninh Binh is a top choice for travellers, praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful staff, vibrant social atmosphere, and excellent central location. Guests love the comfortable, spacious beds and the lively pool area, making it ideal for solo travellers and groups seeking a social yet relaxing stay. Some recent feedback mentions that certain dorms can be noisy and that the air conditioning might not be sufficient during the hottest parts of the day.

Stayed in Sept 2026
10
S
Sagi
Male, 18-24, Israel
Most social hostel I’ve been, great activities every night, just in the middle everything. Should definitely go here
Stayed in Sept 2026
4.0
S
Sarai
Female, 25-30, USA
Affordable and I appreciated being allowed to check in during the night. However, most staff were unfriendly, the beds were extremely uncomfortable and dirty, and the pillows were old and almost black. The bathrooms were also often dirty, and the sink was clogged once. Overall, my stay was very uncomfortable. Worst hostel I’ve stayed at in Vietnam so far.
Stayed in Aug 2026
6.3
A
Aman
Male, 25-30, India
They charge you 100,000 VND as Deposit fee per person (stating that it’s for the key/towel). However, they never have intention of returning that money. On the day of our checkout we got little late for checkout. Initially they said they will allow us a late checkout but as soon as we came to return key they refrain from returning our security money. Furthermore, when asked on what basis they are charging me the amount, they threatened me with charging for the whole day on my card.
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Location

Thai Vi, Tam Coc Rd, Ninh Hai, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh, Vietnam
5.6km from city centre