Reviews of Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
44 Hang Giay Street, Hoan Kiem District, Ha Noi, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam
#373 of 988 hotels in Hanoi
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 1663 hostel reviews
8.5Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.7
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
9.3
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Value for money
9.1
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Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 13 April 2025
Mithun
India23 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I booked this place mainly because of the pool but it wasn’t functioning. They had a board saying from today it’s under renovation. There’s no date on it, I saw the same board the whole time I stayed. This isn’t published online or told earlier. This was so disappointing
The staff are quite friendly and very helpful. Rooms and toilets are clean and good.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Badreddine
Morocco20 reviews10“Best hostel in Hanoi 🇻🇳”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
This place is in a perfect spot for exploring. The breakfast was seriously good, I was stuffed every morning. Plus, they were super helpful and let me store my bags while I took a quick trip. Two thumbs up for the awesome service. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Vlad
Romania41 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hot water at the showers (just dont forget to switch it on) cozy beds, big big lockers, crowded but good. Free beer from 7 to 8 PM and a free guide of the city, everyday I hope the jacuzzi is ready because when I stayed there they were working on it 😂😂🫣
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Suchetana
India2 reviews10“Fun, social, and budget-friendly!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel is the perfect place if you’re looking for a lively atmosphere in the heart of the Old Quarter. The dorms are clean and comfortable, and the pool and free beer hours add to the fun. What really stood out was the super helpful staff—they’re always ready with local tips, directions, or just a friendly chat. Awesome location, great vibes, and a solid choice for budget travelers!
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Daniel
Germany10 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The pool was closed throughout my stay.
Free walking Tour every morning at 10 which had good Infos and interesting places - of course also a few stops to spend money (Café, Temple with entrance fee)
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Suchetana
India2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Laid back, right in the centre of the old quarter and still peaceful!
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Hila
Australia1 review9.0“Great!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Had a great time with Bufalo! The breakfast the best I’ve had in Vietnam and the stuff were super nice and helpful. We were on the 4th floor though with no elevator :(
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Pippa
Australia1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Loved the spacious rooms and communal space. Really nice breakfast too!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Sade
Finland2 reviews9.0“supersuper”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
nice and social hostel, super clean and staff is amazing!!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Alex
Brazil48 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Good choice”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Well located, great breakfast, free walk tour, free pub crown, tours in the hostel
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Sophie
United Kingdom14 reviews9.0“Loved it just as much the second time”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Second time staying here and was just as pleasant as the first time last year. Staff were friendlier if anything, and beds were super comfy
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Mery
Australia46 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Location is very close to everything
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 28 March 2025
Natasha
Netherlands13 reviews7.0“Alright place, just needs to focus more on cleaning.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The rooms were questionably clean. The bathroom is shared between males and females and gets quite dirty during the day, although it does get cleaned. The washtable was always completely wet and dripping water on the ground. The lockers in the room are quite difficult to use and set off an alarm when not used correctly. Pool is currently being converted into a jacuzzi so not available
The breakfast is great for a hostel. Location is middle of old quarter and everything is very walkable. What really stood out for me are the staff that are always willing to help and have a chat. Also the free walking tour is a huge bonus.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 26 March 2025
Amy
United Kingdom21 reviews10“Best hostel in Hanoi”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Actually nothing
Amazing location, you can literally walk everywhere! They had free stuff everyday, walking tour, pub crawl, breakfast, beer so it was super easy to meet people with a chill social vibe (not a party hostel). Free water refill, ATM right outside and felt very safe staying here. Our friend we met there, hostel jumped around Hanoi and said this was their favourite. Would defo recommend!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Lucia
Spain56 reviews6 helpful votes9.0“Centric and social hostel in Hanoi”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Could be a little cleaner
Beds are comfortables, room for 6pax was okay, with bathroom inside. Breakfast is simple but more than enough. Very social hostel with a lot of activities, and great location
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Charlie
Australia8 reviews4 helpful votes10“Great hostel!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
This is an awesome social hostel with great facilities and an absolutely perfect location right in the centre of things. Super happy with the room I was given, comfortable and spacious - and there was so much to do that I felt I really got to enjoy the most of Hanoi!
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Hugo
Belgium1 review8.0“The establishment is very good, but unfortunately for me I came across young people who have no respect, they make noise”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Nothing
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Alexandra
Australia11 reviews7.0“Great breakfast and helpful staff. Beds are super comfortable. Bathrooms are cramped and awkward to use.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bathrooms are cramped and awkward to use.
Great breakfast and helpful staff. Beds are super comfortable.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Jasmine
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are lockers for your bags, comfortable beds, friendly staff, and very good socially!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Forever
Japan309 reviews32 helpful votes8.0“Not quite safe”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
My luggage was stolen from the luggage storage.
Nothing
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: 15 March 2025
Parth
India1 review8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Narrow interior specially the upstairs for hostel rooms. Limited Vegetarian options.
Staff Rooms Washrooms
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Lasserre
France8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Big breakfast and one free beer at 7pm
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 12 March 2025
Dylan
Netherlands18 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A little more explanation after booking buses and tours is nice
The private room was great
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: 7 March 2025
Jett
Australia10 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The social areas felt sometimes a little bit small most of venue is just tables and chairs the one area out back in nice but small and often full very quick
Great location, awesome free breakfast, beer happy hour can’t complain. Quite a social hostel but not party. Staff were very helpful and kind.
Stayed in January 2025
