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BOOK THE HA GIANG LOOP WITH US WITH (SOCIAL GROUP : MAMA'S, JASMINE,BONG) OR ( SMALL GROUP : MOTORVENTURE,BUFFALO, ZGO,ROAD KING, BIBI,FLIP SIDE,SAFARI,VISION, LOTUS ...) YOU WILL RECEIVE TWO FREE NIGHT HERE AND OUR HA GIANG LOOP T-SHIRT! 🚨

For any questions about your stay at Drift or to book tours in advance please contact us on WhatsApp

Welcome to The Drift Backpackers Hostel, a social yet relaxing hostel nestled in the heart of Hanoi's stunning Old Quarter.

Here's why you should book your stay in Hanoi with the Drift 👇

* FREE daily breakfast buffet
* Terrace overlooking St Joseph's Cathedral and some calm from the buzzing streets of the Old Quarter
* Central location, with many local cafes and street food vendors 👉 ask our staff for recommendations
* Our dedicated team will assist you with all your travel arrangements, including giving travel tips
* We arrange tours to Ha Giang, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba, including pickup/drop off from Drift, as well as meals, activities and accommodation for you to enjoy a hassle-free and memorable stay in North Vietnam (you can get better price when you book a tour combo here!)

Our dorm rooms are equipped with: AC, WiFi, private balconies, ensuite bathrooms (with soap and shampoo), reading lights, shelves, curtains for privacy and personal lockers beneath each bunk bed. For couples travelling together, we even offer double beds in our dorms.

We also provide a laundry service, towel rental, SIM card purchase, and a pool table.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

9.5Superb(3256)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    9.3
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.9
  • Facilities
    9.3
Summary of traveller reviews

The Drift Backpackers Hostel in Hanoi is praised for its excellent central location, comfortable beds, and friendly, helpful staff. Guests frequently highlight the delicious breakfast buffet and the social yet relaxed atmosphere, making it a great choice for solo travellers and backpackers. Some recent reviews mention noise from nearby church bells and the lack of an elevator as minor drawbacks.

Stayed in Aug 2026
9.7
F
Francesca
Female, 18-24, Australia
Really great atmosphere and good free breakfast!
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
R
Riley
Female, 18-24, New Zealand
Really nice hostel, lovely staff n good social vibe
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
M
Matthew
Male, 18-24, USA
Nice hostel
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Location

38 P. Au Trieu, Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam
0.6km from city centre