Deluxe Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Hanoi · Ha Noi Municipality
Lakeview Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar - Hanoi
A lively 187-room hostel in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, a short stroll from Saint Joseph Cathedral and the city's vibrant streets.
- Rooftop bar with happy hour
- 24-hour reception and express check-in
- Paid airport shuttle and tour assistance
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About
Lakeview Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar - Hanoi
Lakeview Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar sits on Pho Hang Bac, placing you within a five-minute walk of Saint Joseph Cathedral. The hostel spreads across 187 rooms, making it one of the larger budget options in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Facilities run to a rooftop bar with happy hour, a night club, karaoke, and billiard tables, alongside practical touches like luggage storage, lockers, and a 24-hour reception.
Rooms range from 4- and 6-bed mixed dorms to female-only dorms and a selection of private deluxe rooms with king, twin, or family configurations. Every room comes with air conditioning and a shower. The property also offers a paid airport shuttle, tour and ticket assistance, laundry and dry cleaning, and currency exchange, with a safe deposit box at hand.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Great location near the cathedral — A five-minute walk from Saint Joseph Cathedral and central to Hanoi's Old Quarter.
- Rooftop bar with happy hour — A social hub with happy hour specials, plus a night club and karaoke for evening entertainment.
- High-rated facilities — Facilities score 9.0, one of the strongest categories, indicating well-regarded on-site amenities.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Comfort scores lower than other categories — Comfort received a 7.8 rating, the lowest among the scored categories, suggesting rooms may feel basic for some.
- No pets allowed — The hostel does not permit pets on the premises.
- Check-in ends at midnight — Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59, so arrivals after midnight will need to make alternative arrangements.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Family Room
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Bed 6-Bed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Deluxe 6 bed 6 bed Female dorm
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- Key card access
Food & Drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Happy hour
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Entertainment
- Karaoke
- Night club
- Entertainment
- Board games
- Billiard tables
- Jacuzzi
Room Amenities
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Curtains
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 840 reviews
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04 — Location
Getting around Hanoi
The property sits in Hanoi.
Central Hanoi: The hostel sits on Pho Hang Bac, placing you within a five-minute walk of Saint Joseph Cathedral. The surrounding Old Quarter is packed with street food, shops, and historic sights.
127 Pho Hang Bac, Hanoi, Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 180 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, the hostel offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Are pets allowed at the hostel?
No, pets are not allowed on the premises.
Does the hostel have a rooftop bar?
Yes, there is a rooftop bar with happy hour, along with a night club and karaoke.
What room types are available?
The hostel has 4-bed and 6-bed mixed dormitories, a female-only dorm, and private deluxe rooms including double, twin, and family options.
The bottom line
Lakeview Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar is a solid, well-equipped hostel in the heart of Hanoi, best for travellers who want a social scene and easy access to the Old Quarter. The rooftop bar and entertainment options give it a lively edge, while the 24-hour reception and tour assistance keep things practical. Comfort is a notch below other scores, but the value is strong at £25 per night.
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