Our 6 best hostels in Hoi An
These are the six hostels we would book first, ordered from budget to premium, with two social hostels near the Old Town, a homely hostel in Tan An, two beach hostels at An Bang and a modern hostel with a rooftop.
Budget pickHostel · Old Town riverside
Riverside Hoi An Dolphins Hostel
An adults-only party hostel on the riverside at the edge of the Old Town, with an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar, and karaoke and club nights in the evening. The Old Town lanterns are a short walk away, bikes are available to hire for the ride to the beach, and guests rate the location 9.6.
- Adults only, with a pool, bar and nights out
- Location rated 9.6, a short walk from the Old Town
- Best for solo travellers who want to meet people and party
Budget pickHostel · Cam Pho, near the Old Town
Dom Hostel and Bar
A sociable, adults-only hostel and bar in Cam Pho, a short walk from the Old Town, with dorms and private rooms, a garden, a sun terrace and a coffee shop. There is a shared kitchen, a vegetarian and Asian breakfast every morning, and guests rate the staff 9.4.
- Adults only, with a busy bar and a coffee shop
- Breakfast every morning and staff rated 9.4
- Best for solo travellers who want a social base near the Old Town
Mid-range pickHostel · Tan An
Cheerful Hoi An Hostel
A small, friendly hostel in Tan An, north of the Old Town, with bright dorms and private rooms with a balcony on a quiet street. Breakfast is included, there is a garden, a sun terrace and a lounge, and the hosts organise bikes, tours and group dinners. Guests give the staff a perfect 10 and rate the cleanliness 9.9.
- Staff rated a perfect 10 and cleanliness 9.9
- Breakfast included, bike hire and group dinners
- Best for solo travellers who want a homely, welcoming hostel
Mid-range pickHostel · An Bang Beach
Nalani Homestay & Hostel
A calm hostel and homestay a four-minute walk from An Bang Beach, with a pool, a garden, a sun terrace and a shared kitchen. The rooms have balconies and work desks, bikes are available to hire for the ride into town, and guests rate the staff 9.8 and the cleanliness 9.7.
- Four minutes' walk from An Bang Beach, with a pool
- Balconies and work desks, and staff rated 9.8
- Best for remote workers and beach lovers on a budget
Premium pickHostel · An Bang Beach
Wanderlust An Bang Beach
A beach hostel less than a kilometre from An Bang Beach, set around a garden pool, with spa treatments, a games room and a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with vegetarian and vegan options. There are dorms and private rooms with air conditioning, and guests rate the staff 9.6 and the cleanliness 9.5.
- Garden pool, spa treatments and a games room
- Less than 1 km from An Bang Beach
- Best for travellers who want a relaxed beach stay with a social side
Premium pickHostel · Cam Pho, near the Old Town
Lynk Stay Hoian
A modern hostel on Hai Ba Trung street, in walking distance of the Old Town, with stylish private rooms, a bar, a lounge and a shared kitchen. The rooftop terrace has views over the town, and guests rate the location 9.6 and the staff 9.5.
- Rooftop terrace with views over the town
- Location rated 9.6, close to the Old Town
- Best for couples and friends who want a private room with a social side
Ratings are from Booking.com guest reviews at the time of writing and can change. We may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.
Where to base yourself in Hoi An
Stay near the Old Town, in Cam Pho or by the river, if you want the lanterns, the Night Market and the food on foot, and at An Bang Beach if you want sea, beach bars and a slower pace. The two are about 5 kilometres apart, so many travellers split their stay.
If you want a private room, a villa or a boutique hotel, our guide to where to stay in Hoi An covers each area in more detail, with places for every budget.
Getting to and around Hoi An
The nearest airport is Da Nang International, about 30 kilometres away. A taxi or Grab to Hoi An takes around 45 minutes, and many hostels can book a shuttle or a transfer for you.
The Old Town is best on foot, and the easiest way to get to the beach and the rice paddies is by bicycle, which most hostels rent out cheaply. Grab cars and motorbike taxis are cheap for longer trips.
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Still deciding?
Hoi An's best hostels fill up around the full moon and in the dry season. Check availability for our top budget pick, Riverside Hoi An Dolphins Hostel, on Booking.com.
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