Where to stay in Hanoi when you are going alone

24 places read, grouped by the choice you are actually making. Every one has been read rather than listed.

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Women only

Properties or dorms that take women exclusively.

Nexy HostelWomen only
Female dorms and a rooftop terrace in the Old Quarter, with free staff-led walking tours.
Hostel

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Hostels

Where most first solo trips start, and where meeting people costs no effort.

Old Quarter View Hanoi Hostel
Hostel · 4.8 from 2,712
Hanoi Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar
The rooftop bar draws guests together and makes meeting people straightforward.
Hostel · 4.6 from 1,805
The One Hostel Hanoi
Features a rooftop bar and pool along with a ground-floor cafe.
Hostel · 4.8 from 1,530
Mad Monkey Hanoi
Rooftop bar, female dorms with lockers and air con, walking distance to Hoan Kiem Lake.
Hostel · 4.7 from 1,518
Hanoi Buffalo Hostel
Old Quarter beds near Beer Hoi corner, with a shared kitchen, rooftop and front seating.
Hostel · 4.8 from 1,412 · about $6 a night
Lake View Backpackers Hostel & Rooftop Bar
Features a rooftop bar with lake views and sunset visibility, plus a pool area.
Hostel · 4.7 from 1,165
Little Charm Hanoi Hostel
Hostel · 4.6 from 1,021 · about $6 a night
Hanoi Central Backpackers Hostel
Dorms in the Old Quarter with a rooftop terrace, free breakfast and happy hour beer.
Hostel · 4.5 from 969
Bong Ha Noi Hostel
Located on a narrow lane in Hanoi's Old Quarter, close to Dong Xuan market.
Hostel · 4.9 from 669
Hanoi Solo Hostel
Buffet breakfast included, in the Old Quarter, with check-in from 2pm.
Hostel · 4.6 from 552
The Drift Backpackers Hostel
Located near the famous train street in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Hostel · 4.5 from 535

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Hotels and guesthouses

A door of your own.

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Homestays

Staying in someone’s home, usually with the family there.