What is the cost of a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

On average, it’s $13/night for a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City, though $13/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Ho Chi Minh City. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

With an average review score of 8.3 (out of 10) from 1,899 HotelsCombined users, Hanoi House Hostel & Travel is considered the best Ho Chi Minh City hostel.

What hostel is closest to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

9 Hostel and Bar is 6.3 km away from Ho Chi Minh City Airport, making it the closest Ho Chi Minh City hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Ho Chi Minh City is most popular to stay in?

District 1 is the most popular area of Ho Chi Minh City to stay in. In the past year, 2% of HotelsCombined users looking for Ho Chi Minh City hostels searched within District 1. Toi's Travel Home Central is a popular hostel in District 1 if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Ho Chi Minh City closest to Diamond Plaza?

The most popular Ho Chi Minh City hostel near Diamond Plaza is Sakura Hostel Saigon. Sakura Hostel Saigon has a rating of 7.4/10 from 672 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 1.3 km from Diamond Plaza.

Should I stay in a Ho Chi Minh City hostel?

Hostels in Ho Chi Minh City tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Ho Chi Minh City hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest day to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is Monday ($8). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $19.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 9 days before your trip to Ho Chi Minh City. The lowest price found when booking 9 days ahead was $13 per night.

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Ha Giang 1 Hostel and Loop Tour

54 A Tran Phú Street, Ha Giang, Vietnam

1.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

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Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest day to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is Monday ($8). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $19.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 9 days before your trip to Ho Chi Minh City. The lowest price found when booking 9 days ahead was $13 per night.

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Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City

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