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Saigon Backpackers Hostel

373/20 Pham Ngu Lao | Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Saigon Backpackers Hostel
4.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
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Hoi An, Vietnam
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Stayed 5 nights in this hostel. Very nice, clean and comfortable room. The best bed in Vietnam since we started our trip three weeks ago.

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Tucson,AZ
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Stayed for two nights in April, fair price for the room, clean and haid aircon and wifi so all that was good. HOWEVER i had a t shirt i left on my bed (my fault for not locking but didnt think a black sweat soaked no name brand shirt would be that desirable) that was gone after maid service went... More

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Kerry, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Loved this place. Easy to locate in Backpackers area. Fab value for money. Stayed 3 nigs, more if we could. Good A/C in the 6 bed mixed dorm on floor 5 ($8 on H-W but deals on their own website) . Huge bunks for a great nights sleep. Breakfast included and towles replaced on request for free. Very clean so... More

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london
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51 reviews 51 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Amazing hostel. Cheap,clean and everything you need. Lovely people who run it. You really can't go wrong with this place.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

It wasn't too difficult to locate, very friendly staff, good english speaking staff, clean rooms, nice food, good entertainment, wifi, very helpful and overall amazing stay! :D

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Newcastle Upon Tyne
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Stayed for one night here as my favorite hotel (Hello Hotel on the same alley) was full. Its a nice place with acess to the internet and a Pool table in the lobby. The room was clean and the bed was really comfortable. Breakfast was good and the price was reasonable $20 US for a double en suite. There are... More

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Israel
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61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

During my 2 nights stay here, I heard of 3 people who were bag-snatched in the alley to get to the hostel! Need to be very cautious here, as the hostel is located in an alley and it is very easy for a motorbiker to take your bag from your shoulder.... The hostel is not very central, therefore if you... More

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London, United Kingdom
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

I had the best time here. The hostel is extremely clean, the beds are huge and the staff are fab! What more can i say..

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012 via mobile

I stayed here for one night & paid $9. It was extremely clean & the lady at reception was quite helpful with booking an open tour bus ticket. The dorms are very clean & spacious. A large locker is provides & a blanket & towel. I asked for a female dorm, but apparently none were available, so I had mixed... More

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Montreal, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012 via mobile

Pros : rooms were clean Location is ok The main area, however small, is quite enjoyable. But it is not there you will meet other travelers! Cons : breakfasts are too small I could not be seated in my bed because the roof was not high enough Staff do not understand English properly I was in a girl dorm, and... More

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373/20 Pham Ngu Lao | Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Price range (per night):* 16 AUD - 25 AUD

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