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Reviews of The Banana Tree Hostel

Tam Coc Boat Station Thai Vi Street, Ninh Binh, Vietnam

#133 of 254 hotels in Ninh Binh

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Review Score

Based on 634 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price of food Bathrooms could be cleaner Air con in the rooms should be available the whole day due to quite high rate of the hostel Lot of very young people, be aware of that (nothing wrong with the hostel in this case)

    Swimming pool Helpful staff Services - bike, tours, arranged transportation

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the most beautiful hostel I have ever stayed

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the most beautiful hostel I have ever stayed in

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    I liked the vibe

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Be mindful if you hire a scooter. The brake wasn’t as responsive as I would have liked and I should have double checked. But I was able to use it without issue. But otherwise no complaints.

    Good facilities. The dorms had good AC and were comfortable. Mostly clean, which is hard when you consider dorms are hard to keep clean. Good storage to store your bags which was secure. Also space to hang towels or wet gear. A very proximal location to Tam Coc and anything you might want to do.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2024

    9.0
    Very nice hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could hear a couple below me in the dorm having sex one night which was really annoying as they were quite loud. I know this isn’t a reflection of the hostel itself but possibly a better policy could be put in place to deter this.

    The staff are so friendly and helpful. Easily store bags, hire bikes, book tours, restaurant, pool. Everything you need. Rooms are lovely and big lockers. Nice outdoor showers. Very good location and would have stayed for longer if we had the time.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    8.0
    Great location!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is a party hostel, so note that the people you can get tend to be a bit inconsiderate. Slamming doors, talking and turning lights on at 3am in the morning. Sorry to be a grump, but don’t be that guy!

    Really huge space. Reception can help you organize everything, a big bar, reasonably priced drinks and good restaurant. Perfect location. It’s also where the VIP night buses pick you up from which is a plus.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not exactly the best social vibe. There were many many groups of young travelers that all stayed within their own group and not really any way to meet others as a solo traveler. The facilities, while clean, are a bit worn down, such as slow hot water in the shower.

    The staff took care of all the needs I had. I was given a towel and a separate shower to clean up before taking a night bus which I very much appreciate. Location is close to many restaurants in Tam Coc.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    I have never seen a hostel like this. Best once I have ever been to. The staff was very helpful as well.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property was amazing. It was huge and also very clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -

    We had an amazing stay at the lovely hostel that we got recommended by a friend. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We booked a night bus through the hostel and we were able to use a shower + towel in the evening to feel fresh before jumping on the bus. The room was spacious and we loved the bed which was very comfortable and had a big size. Everything was clean and we got a locker for our luggage. Outside, you can find a nice pool area as well as a restaurant where you can get western food. It was delicious!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The cleanest hostel I have been to. And very good location!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing. 10/10 darling.

    Beds were really nice and staff were very helpful, especially Jen!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    10
    Best hostel I've ever stayed in!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe that the bar/pool area closes at 12am but that's personal preference

    The rooms were incredibly spacious and modern as were the bathrooms, the hostel has amazing facilities including a pool and a bar/restaurant attached

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was super friendly and helpful, nice that they have all the services on site, such as laundry, motorbike rental, bike rental, bus schedule, etc and they have a really nice lobby where you can wait for you bus a storage your luggage for free

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think I had one of the old private rooms which has been converted to a dorm, these rooms are not spacious. The top bunk had a very tally ladder to climb onto the end of the bed.

    The location was great and so was the restaurant and pool area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    10
    Best hostel we stayed in so far
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing :)

    Everything was so nice! We had a Great time and the pool area is great. Rooms are spacious and clean, lot of storage available which makes it accesible for backpackers

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though they had fans and AC in the room, it was still quite warm at night in the room.

    The pool area is very nice. The location is great. They offer tours, transportation, bike & motorbike renting too. You can contact them through WhatsApp and the answer is almost immediate.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    10
    Great social hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing much

    Love it how they had mattresses layed out for the people who arrived at night, including me (arrived at 3am). Because of this I was able to sleep until 9ish so that was a great start of the day. The accomodation is pretty clean, ac is working, restaurant has amazing food and overall the vibe at the hostel is really great! Great to get social with other backpackers!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    10
    Very good ho(s)tel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing is that it would be nice that the stuff speak a bit more and a bit clearer English, since we had some problems understanding where to go or what we could find in the attractions due to language barrier. Despite this, everything was eventually solved with a bit of effort and map!!

    Despite being a hostel, it was super clean and comfortable. Perfect position to reach the city and the attractions which are mostly nearby the hostel. They offer good services as motorbike/bicycles and laundry at fare prices. Totally suggested

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I do think some parts of the accomodation are a little pricey, for example most places in tam coc will provide bicycles for free but here you have to pay.

    The hostel is in a great location. The food and pool are really great. The beds are super comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything! Can't recommend this hostel enough✨

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    10
    Amazing.. The staff are so helpful and friendly and a big shout out to JEN, who was super helpful. I will 100% be back h
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was superb, if you complain about this place it is you, not the hostel that is at fault..

    This is one of the best hostels in the World! Amazing staff with excellent English skills. It has everything you could possibly want and is in the best location possible in Tam Coc, just a minutes walk from everything and some incredible restaurants and street food stalls.. it has super clean rooms and bathrooms with AC and fans, a really funky bar and restaurant, swimming pool, bike and motor bike hire, right next to the lake and the list goes on.. I’ve been to Tam Coc many times and it doesn’t get better than this!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    8.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing and chilled with a little party. Super friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very noisy untill late evening because rooms surrounds the common area and restaurant; No breakfast included

    Great location; helpful staff; great breakfast (excluded from the payment); bed in a box for privacy

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No shampoo supplied, but not that big of a deal

    It was in a very good location. Right next to Tam Coc. The staff where very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. The bar was incredibly social and a bit of a vibe.

    Stayed in March 2024

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