Isn't it the worst arriving in a new country and realizing your hostel doesn't actually look like the photos you saw on the app? Well I can promise that all of the hostels listed below will live up to all expectations!
Don't take a chance on where you're staying...read through this blog post to find our best accommodations in Vietnam for under $20 a night ($10 per person).
The Vibe House, Phu Quoc
$19 per room for standard double bed with private ensuite
Dorms range from $8-$10!
- The Vibes here were as promised, amazing
- Location was great, 5 minute walk to main street and easy to get around the island
- Motorbikes available for rent onsite
- Lot's of amazing tours ran by the hostel
- Delicious breakfast
Little Leaf Homestay, Phong Nha
$40 (10 per person) Quadruple room with Mountain View
- Breakfast included which was amazing food
- Paddle boards for rent
- Bikes for rent onsite
- Amazing hosts who help organize any trekking adventures
Dendi House, Phu Quoc
$22 ($11 per person) Garden View Double Bed with Ensuite
- I know it's $1 over but it was such a great value I had to include it
- Large pool to hang at all day
- Lovely and clean rooms
- Also great location
Hoa's Homestay, SaPa
$14 (7 per person), countryside view with Double Bed and Ensuite
- Located right in SaPa countryside
- The loveliest hosts, make you feel like family
- Family dinners available every night
- They run their own trekking adventures to support local guides
- Adorable hostel puppies
Overall, we were so lucky to have such amazing experiences. For booking I recommend looking at the hostels on the following platforms: Agoda, Booking.com and Hostelworld because sometimes prices vary per platform!
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