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About this property

Essential Facilities: The Light Hostel in Ha Long offers a rooftop swimming pool, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, utilize the shared kitchen, and enjoy the kids' pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with free toiletries, air-conditioning, and electric kettles. Additional amenities feature hairdryers, showers, slippers, and wardrobes. Convenient Location: Located 27 mi from Cat Bi International Airport, the hostel is near Bai Chay Beach (1.1 mi), Ha Long Queen Cable Car (9-minute walk), and Sun World Ha Long Park (2625 feet). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, excellent breakfast, and immaculate cleanliness.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Economy Quadruple Room
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  • 2 full beds
$89 for 3 nights
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Economy Triple Room
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Economy Double Room
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  • 2 full beds
Private bathroom
Free Wifi

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 4
$30 per night
Price $89
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 full bed
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 3
$21 per night
Price $63
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
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  • 1 full bed
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 2
$16 per night
Price $47
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
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  • 1 twin bed
269 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$9 per night
Price $26
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
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  • 1 twin bed
194 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$9 per night
Price $26
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • 1 twin bed
194 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$9 per night
Price $26
Excluded: 8 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 6:00 PM on October 4, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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  • Hurley
    Australia Australia
    This is an excellent budget hotel and hostel. All the staff are really caring. The reception staff also speak good English. The female dorm was cleaned daily with new towels and water. The room had a shared fridge and kettle. The pool is also...
  • Cristine
    Philippines Philippines
    Clean, friendly staff, pool on top floor, free breakfast
  • Lisa
    Germany Germany
    Rooms were very clean and beds had curtains. The breakfast was amazing. It was included and the offer was huge and very good and tasty. The staff was very nice. They helped me with my luggage and booked a tour for me.
  • Anonymous
    United States United States
    Great central location within walking distance to everywhere, friendly and helpful staff, beautiful new rooms, gorgeous view from the pool, competitive pricing on tours and bus tickets.
  • Amrit
    India India
    The hotel is located in a good area on main road. I loved the swimming pool on terrace. Good view from the top floor. Good for pics and videos. Staff was super helpful. I wanted to leave back to Hanoi but bus was cancelled due to storm so he...
  • Pia
    Germany Germany
    The staff is lovely and extremely helpful. I changed my travel plans and left one night early. Even though I did not ask for a refund for the unused night they refunded it to me. Also very helpful with booking a ha long cruise, transport etc. Room...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Generously let me in early in the morning. Booked a cruise for me and allowed me access to my bunk very early. Thankyou
  • Duong
    Vietnam Vietnam
    1. How awesome the staff is! They are helpful and friendly. 2. The breakfast buffet is out of expectations (compared to the dorm price) 3. The room is neat and clean 4. I've already booked other type of room here to stay with my partner (the...
  • Bart
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Really friendly staff. They helped us book a bus to Ninh Binh. Good value for the amount of money. Swimming pool has an amazing view
  • Iliuza
    Russia Russia
    Nice hostel in a great location. I booked it for the swimming pool but it was closed after 9 pm. So if you're late checking in you might consider other options. But the room, the breakfast and all other staff was quite good. The administrator...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.