Our pick
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
Hanoi, VN
★ 0-star8.6/103,476 reviews
0.59 km (0.37 mi) from original
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Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.5The private room was spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Cleanliness
8.1Some rooms had issues like male staff entering without permission and turning off the A.C.
Location
9.1The hostel is very centrally located, making it easy to explore the city.
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Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
Hanoi, VN
★ 0-star8.3/102,163 reviews
1.1 km (0.66 mi) from original
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
Hanoi, VN
★ 0-star8.5/102,001 reviews
0.91 km (0.57 mi) from original
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Key differences
Rooms
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel8.5
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake7.7
Cleanliness
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel8.1
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake6.8
Food & Breakfast
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake8.6
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel7.2
Amenities & Facilities
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel9.0
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake8.3
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel amenity advantages
Concierge service
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel amenity advantages
Hot tub/JacuzziFamily rooms
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
8.3/10Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
8.3/10Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
8.5/10Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.6/10Rooms
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
7.7Mixed reviews; some rooms were comfortable, but several reported issues with cleanliness.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
8.1Rooms are comfortable, though some report issues with space and odor.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
8.0Rooms were comfortable and spacious, although some had issues with noise.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.5The private room was spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Cleanliness
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
6.8Several complaints about the bathroom cleanliness and odors; significant issues reported.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
7.7Some mentions of cleanliness issues, particularly in bathrooms.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
7.5Some guests mentioned odors and issues with bathroom noise.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.1Some rooms had issues like male staff entering without permission and turning off the A.C.
Location
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
8.8Convenient location with good access to major attractions mentioned positively.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
8.7Many reviews highlight a great location for accessibility.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
9.0Great location with convenient access to attractions and activities.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
9.1The hostel is very centrally located, making it easy to explore the city.
Service
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
9.3Multiple reviews praised the accommodating and helpful staff.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
9.1The staff is generally described as friendly and accommodating.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
9.0Overall service was noted as friendly, though some staff could be more hospitable.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
9.0Staff were very helpful and friendly as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Sleep & Noise
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
—Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
—Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
—Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
—Food & Breakfast
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
8.6No specific comments on food; assumes standard offering sufficient for good rating.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
7.2Breakfast quality has mixed reviews; not favorable.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
8.5Breakfast received positive feedback, and free beer hour was appreciated.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.6Breakfast was good, and free beer offered in the evening was appreciated.
Amenities & Facilities
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
8.3Amenities mentioned positively, though some standard hotel offerings were lacking.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
8.7Amenities like breakfast and Wi-Fi are positively reviewed.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
9.0Excellent amenities including free breakfast and social activities.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.6Free breakfast and beer provided; good communal spaces.
Value
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
8.2Favorable pricing mentioned, but some felt issues downgraded overall value.
Hanoi Capsule Station Hostel
8.6Considered good value for the price, especially with free services.
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
8.5Considered good value for the price due to included features.
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
8.5Amenities and experience provide good value based on common feedback.
Landmarks
Drumie Homestay - 50m to Hoan Kiem lake
Đài Tưởng Niệm Vua Lê Thái TổHanoi Capsule Station Hostel
Phù điêu Hà Nội mùa đông năm 1946Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
MuralHanoi Buffalo Hostel
Old Quarter