Although Hanoi may not be a cheap destination like it used to be, travelers still can find some good deals for accommodation, from budget to luxury. It may take you a few days to find your best deal since it’s really a jungle of options out there. Our choices for the best places to stay in Hanoi will help you narrow down the list of your options.

Once it was possible to find a relatively good private room for under 10 dollars, but solo travelers now have no choice except a dorm bed for that money. Fortunately, the quality of dorm beds has been improved notably in the past years, so there are more options for travelers.

One of the standout options is the new Hanoi Backpacker Hostel on Ma May Street. This hostel stands out for its big size and the active environment of its downstairs bar, as well as the services and quality of accommodation. It only costs you 6 dollars to get a large single bed and some extra facilities like valuable locker. Moreover, you will have a chance to meet new friends in the guest-only lounge and downstairs bar of the hostel.

If you like a place with more hotel-style environment, the May de Backpackers Hostel on Ta Hien street will meet your desire. It is a huge building with a mix of dorm beds and private rooms. There are six dorm beds and one bathroom in a room. Moreover, there’re also a pool and a movie theater in this hostel. On top of it, this place is very clean and the staff is super friendly.

If you prefer staying in a smaller place, check out the Little Hanoi Hotel. This hotel is also a good option for travelers, but you have to book the room early since this small hotel easily runs out of rooms.

For those who don’t want to share their room with anyone, but their budget is still tight, Phu Hoa will be a great option. This place may not be suitable for everyone’s taste, since it is rather small and the staffs don’t speak English. However, it’s located in the central and the prices are reasonably cheap.

To stay in a nicer place with better services you need to spend at least 15 dollars. Amongst these nice places, Camellia 6 Hotel, on Trung Yen street, will be the top choice. The standard room is small but comfortable with fridges and windows, or you can get more for a deluxe room.

Once you decide to spend more than 50 dollars for accommodation, the list of choices for hotel will expand significantly. Many top-ranked hotel, such as Maison d’Hanoi, Golden Lotus and Golden Rice, can offer fantastic rooms, but in different styles. Golden Rice has the most traditional style and Maison d’Hanoi is the most elegant, while Golden Lotus’s style is the mix of tradition and modern.

In general, Hanoi is definitely not lacking in choice of accommodation, but you have to look for the deals in advance, especially in the midrange, and also remember to read some reviews to get the best value for your money.