What is the cost of a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

$13/night is an average price for a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in July is the most expensive month to book, and in May is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Ho Chi Minh City hostels for as low as $3/night. In general, Ho Chi Minh City hostels for $11 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Ho Chi Minh City is City Backpackers Hostel. 1,256 users from HotelsCombined gave the City Backpackers Hostel a 8.7/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The closest Ho Chi Minh City hostel to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is 9 Hostel and Bar, which is 6.3 km away.

What area of Ho Chi Minh City is most popular to stay in?

District 1 is the most popular area of Ho Chi Minh City to stay in. In the past year, 11% of HotelsCombined users looking for Ho Chi Minh City hostels searched within District 1. Long Hostel is a popular hostel in District 1 if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Ho Chi Minh City closest to Ben Thanh Market?

City Backpackers Hostel happens to be the most popular Ho Chi Minh City hostel near Ben Thanh Market among our users. The City Backpackers Hostel has a current rating of 8.7 from 1,256 HotelsCombined travellers. Ben Thanh Market is also conveniently located just 0.3 km from this hostel.

Should I stay in a Ho Chi Minh City hostel?

Aside from the fact that Ho Chi Minh City hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Ho Chi Minh City.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City is August ($9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is December ($59).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest day to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is Saturday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $66.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 9 days before your trip to Ho Chi Minh City. The lowest price found when booking 9 days ahead was $13 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

These Ho Chi Minh City properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

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Ha Giang 1 Hostel and Loop Tour

54 A Tran Phú Street, Ha Giang, Vietnam

1.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$10

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Travel insights for hostels in Ho Chi Minh City

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City is August ($9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is December ($59).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest day to stay in Ho Chi Minh City is Saturday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $66.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 9 days before your trip to Ho Chi Minh City. The lowest price found when booking 9 days ahead was $13 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

These Ho Chi Minh City properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

Hostel prices in Ho Chi Minh City

An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Ho Chi Minh City. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.

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Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City

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Facts about staying in Ho Chi Minh City

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ho Chi Minh City to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2025.

What is the cost of a hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

What’s the best hostel in Ho Chi Minh City?

What hostel is closest to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

What area of Ho Chi Minh City is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Ho Chi Minh City closest to Ben Thanh Market?

Should I stay in a Ho Chi Minh City hostel?

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