What's the best hostel in Cat Ba Island?

If you're looking for the best hostels in Cat Ba Island then our travellers have helped us pick some of the most popular choices with their reviews. We recommend checking out JoyStay with it's review score of 10 and the Superb rated Sadhu Garden Inn as top picks for Cat Ba Island.

How much is a hostel in Cat Ba Island per night?

Based on average prices of Hostels in Cat Ba Island, you can expect to pay around £9 per night during non peak periods to stay in hostels in the city. (Average prices taken from sample hostel nightly costs in Cat Ba Island 2025 - Prices are subject to change)

Alternatives to Hostels in Cat Ba Island?

If you want more accommodation options, beyond staying in Hostels in Cat Ba Island, then our page Hotels in Cat Ba Island or B&Bs in Cat Ba Island are worth a visit too.

What's Cat Ba Island Like For Solo Travellers?

If you're planning to travel alone to Cat Ba Island, it's a good idea to do some research beforehand. We have a resource hub dedicated to common FAQs you may have about solo travel to Cat Ba Island, as well as suggestions for great trips, firsthand travel stories, and information about our top-rated travel app.

Hostels in Cat Ba Island

15 Hostels in Cat Ba Island, Vietnam

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The Oversleep Cat Ba Hostel & Pool Bar

9.6Superb(378)

From€4.46

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Secret Garden Cat Ba

9.5Superb(628)

Hostel- 0.44km from city centre

Secret Garden Cat Ba is situated in Cat Ba Island. Is close to several noted attractions.

Covid-19 safeThis hostel is committed to following WHO and local government guidelines for Covid-19 sanitation. This includes increased cleaning routines, better hygiene measures and social distancing when required.

€10.47

€4.46

Hostel- 3km from city centre

Catba Buffalo Hostel is a modern & news hostel with unique design that provides everything that a traveller could want and need.

Privates From

€10.30

Dorms From

€6.18

The Oversleep Cat Ba Hostel & Pool Bar

9.6Superb(378)

Hostel- 0.23km from city centre

The Oversleep Catba Hostel is located in Cat Ba Island. Only 1km to the beach, amidst the stunning scenery Cat Ba Island in Vietnam.

Privates From

€8.59

Dorms From

€4.46

The One Hostel & Rooftop Bar Catba

9.4Superb(283)

Hostel- 0.15km from city centre

The One Hostel & Rooftop Bar Catba is located in Cat Ba Island. In the heart of downtown Cat Ba Island, right on the bustling 1/4 Street, which is the main thoroughfare of the town.

€7.73

€4.46

Hostel- 0.25km from city centre

A new, modern hostel that provides everything that a traveller could want and need.

Privates From

€11.45

Dorms From

€5.49

The One ‘Private Island’ Escape

9.5Superb(193)

Hostel- 3.08km from city centre

CatBa One & Only Social Island! Dedicated to the young, those who seek adventure and vibrant social experiences on a pristine island paradise.

€7.08

€4.46

Hostel- 0.4km from city centre

Napoli Hostel is located in Cat Ba Island. The perfect choice for young people, tourists and students when visiting our city. Located right in the city center.

Privates From

€6.63

Dorms From

€3.43

Catba Backpackers Hostel & Pool Bar

8.4Fabulous(305)

Hostel- 1.9km from city centre

Catba Backpackerers Hostel & Pool Bar is on Cat Ba Island. You will feel comfortable and relax here.

€2.58

€4.21

Hostel- 0.41km from city centre

Book a bed or a room get a FREE BREAKFAST From our stunning rooftop to the privacy of our curtained dorm beds, we provide an oasis in such a bustling place. Join one of our fun filled tours of Ha Long and Lanha Bay and finish the evening chatting to fellow...

€4.45

€4.11

Hostel- 6.12km from city centre

Here you will enjoy a quiet and laidback atmosphere, what makes it the perfect place to relax in a hammock or at the beach. Or even better; a hammock on the beach.

€5.19

€4.45

Hostel- 1.02km from city centre

Domik Homestay is located in Cat Ba Island. Within 100 meters of Tung Thu Beach.

Privates From

€2.86

Dorms From

€3.43

Cat Ba Countryside Homestay

10Superb(50)

Hostel- 5.69km from city centre

Cat Ba Countryside Homestay located far from the beaches and Hotels, Restaurants in the centre but stay here you can feel the peaceful, quite, and real local life.

€2.23

€3.43

Hostel- 3.91km from city centre

Republic Hostel is located in Cat Ba Island. Nestled in a lush, green forest, you'll find a charming hostel that feels like a relaxing retreat.

Privates From

€7.30

Dorms From

€5.15

Cannon Fort Hotel

Hostel- 0.3km from city centre

Set in Cat Ba, 1.2 km from Cat Co 1 Beach, Catba Cannon Fort Hotel & Spa features views of the mountain.

Privates From

€6.52

Dorms From

€3.09

Central Hills Cat Ba

Hostel- 5.82km from city centre

Contral Hills Cat Ba, is located in a village on Cat Ba Island, 4.5 km from Cat Ba town.

Privates From

€2.58

Dorms From

€20.60

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About Cat Ba Island

Set in karst-studded scenery and with a laid-back atmosphere, Cát Bà Island is an under-the-radar destination well worth adding to the itinerary. The biggest of the Cát Bà archipelago's 367 islands, it sits in the emerald-green Gulf of Tonkin and is a top base for rock climbing on the crags or exploring sandy beaches. The interior's not to be missed either, with plenty of scenic hikes to tackle through the lush rainforest of Cát Bà National Park – a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

You’ll find Cat Ba hostels with rooftop terraces and rooms offering views of fishing boats bobbing in Lan Ha Bay. You could also choose a beach cottage beside the sand or a kayak-friendly spot on a neighbouring isle with free pickup to get you there. Cat Ba Island hostels with restaurants serving Vietnamese dishes let you try local delicacies including meat-stuffed bahn mi sandwiches and fresh spring rolls filled with leafy green veggies.

Cát Bà Town is the main backpackers' area on the island. It's a short stroll from the ferry port and has bars, restaurants and hotels lining the seafront. Further out, in a peaceful spot, there's a remote bay next to Xuan Dam village. As well as the main Cát Bà Island, Lan Ha Bay is dotted with smaller, quieter isles such as Cat Ong, which has hiking trails and a couple of charming beaches.

In Cát Bà National Park it takes around 45 minutes to hike up to Ngu Lam Peak for unbeatable views over the ocean. While you're out and about, keep your eyes peeled for the Cát Bà langur, a golden monkey indigenous to the region. If you fancy testing the water, you can cruise around Lan Ha Bay on a single or multi-day boat trip, or spend time hopping between Cát Bà beaches 1, 2 and 3 on the southern shoreline.

Travellers can reach the island in around 4-5 hours from Hanoi by combined bus and boat transfer. You can also arrive DIY-style by heading to Ha Long City before making your way towards Tuần Châu Island by bus (around 20 minutes' drive) and then finishing the trip by boat. A speedboat from Hai Phong gets you to the island in style in about an hour. For the freedom to explore once you arrive, rent a motorbike in Cát Bà town.