Your stay — Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel
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The Property — Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel
This is a no-frills backpacker hostel in Tuyen Quang, not Ha Giang. The lobby is a scuffed tiled space with a check-in desk, a few plastic chairs and a notice board for local bus times. It suits budget travellers stopping overnight en route to Ha Giang or Cao Bang — think dorm beds, shared bathrooms and a basic kitchen. There’s no pool, no bar, no organised tours: just a room for the night and a price that lets you move on the next morning.
Chronicles of Tuyen Quang
Tuyen Quang was established as a fortress town in the 15th century under the Le dynasty, later fortified by the French in the 1880s as a outpost against bandits and insurgency. Its grid of colonial streets and crumbling yellow stucco buildings reflect the French presence, while the nearby Lo River gave it strategic and commercial importance. The city is dominated by the 19th-century Tuyen Quang citadel (a rare intact earthwork fortress) and the adjacent communal house, both symbols of its defensive past. Today it’s a quiet provincial capital, known more for its annual Long Tong festival and the nearby Na Hang lake and forest reserve, than for backpacker nightlife.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tuyen Quang guide →Best months
October and November for blue skies, comfortable 18-26°C temperatures and low rainfall, before the winter cold. March and April are also good: dry, warm and before the monsoon.
Peak / festival surge
July is the height of the rainy season in Tuyen Quang, with frequent heavy downpours and high humidity. It’s also the busiest month for domestic tourists visiting the surrounding lakes and waterfalls. Hotel prices in the city can spike 30-50% as locals travel, but this hostel stays flat because it’s already the cheapest option.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still some rain but significantly less than July, and crowds thin out. Prices drop by about 20% from the peak months, and you can often negotiate walk-in rates.
Weather & packing
Tuyen Quang sits in a valley and can feel stuffy even when it’s not raining — light, quick-dry clothing is essential. Pack a waterproof jacket and ziploc bags for electronics: sudden downpours are common, and puddles form fast on the pavement.
Live City Briefing — Tuyen Quang
- The main bridge across the Lo River (Cau Tuyen) was closed for repairs in early 2023 and remains only partially open to motorbikes; check before crossing by car — detours add 15-20 minutes.
- A new express bus route from Hanoi to Tuyen Quang started in late 2025, dropping travellers at the central bus station, a 10-minute walk from the hostel.
- The local market (Cho Tuyen Quang) was renovated in 2024 and now has a dedicated food court selling banh cuon and grilled river fish; it’s open daily from 6am-9pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street — quieter and cooler, with less road dust.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the reception/tuck shop area, where backpackers and motorbikes come and go from 5am to 10pm.
Best views
Limited view — mostly neighbouring rooftops or the street. Upper floors (3rd) give a glimpse of the surrounding hills, but nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3, especially any rooms numbered with a 'B' suffix (rear side).
🔊 Noise notes
Tuyen Quang is a provincial capital on Highway 2 — truck and motorbike noise from 6am to 9pm, especially on the main road side. The hostel's own bar plays music until 11pm.
Insider tips
Check in early (before 2pm) to choose your bed in the dorm — the top bunks near the window have better airflow. If you're on a motorbike, park it inside the hostel's locked rear area, not on the street.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel
Free for all guests, 25 Mbps down / 8 Mbps up, no login password needed; unstable during peak 19:00–22:00
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only
No digital newsstand; free Vietnamese physical newspapers (Tuoi Tre, Lao Dong) in common area
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop free anytime; late check-out until 12:00 for 50% of nightly rate, after 12:00 full night charged
Free storage in locked luggage room; no time limit, but closed 22:00–06:00
No step-free access; ground-floor rooms available, but main entrance has a 15 cm step; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom
Free on-site motorbike parking for 50 bikes; no car parking on site; nearest public car park at Tuyen Quang Market (500 m) charges 20,000 VND per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full room rate charged at booking via card; no cash hold at check-in, but a 200,000 VND incidental hold placed on card for damages
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Hộ Quốc (950 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đền Mẫu Hà Giang (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đền Thác Con (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BIDV — 98 m · ~1 min walk
Nhà thuốc Lan Anh — 176 m · ~2 min walk
Bus Company "Nha Xe Quang Nghi" — 276 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Change money at banks or gold shops in Tuyen Quang city; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and big supermarkets, but most local eateries, markets, and taxis are cash-only; mobile pay is rare.
Not expected; rounding up taxi fares or leaving small change at restaurants is appreciated but never required.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) at street-side stalls, around 15,000–20,000 VND.
Bowl of phở or bún chả at a market stall, about 25,000–40,000 VND.
Com bình dân (rice with meat and veg) from a food stall, roughly 30,000–45,000 VND per main.
The night market area and streets around the lake in Tuyen Quang city have numerous food carts and grill stalls.
Co.op Mart and smaller local minimarts are common for basics.
Tuyen Quang central market has affordable clothing; few Western brands available.
Local buses cost around 7,000–10,000 VND per ride; from the nearest airport (Noi Bai, Hanoi) take a sleeper bus to Tuyen Quang bus station for roughly 150,000 VND.
Eat at market stalls instead of tourist restaurants. Always agree taxi fare before getting in. Buy bottled water from local shops rather than street vendors.
Emergency Contacts
Tuyen QuangFor Tuyen Quang province, dial 113 for police, 115 for ambulance, 114 for fire. Local hospitals include Tuyen Quang Provincial General Hospital (0207 382 2345). Tourist police: 069 382 2020.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tuyen Quang, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BIDV — 98 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Nhà thuốc Lan Anh — 176 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Thao Nguyen Hotel, Tuyen Quang
💡 Book a fixed-price taxi via Grab or a local driver ahead of time to avoid haggling. Ask for a driver who knows the shortcut via National Road 2C — saves about 20 minutes.
Giap Bat Bus Station, Hanoi → Tuyen Quang City Bus Station
💡 The sleeper bus is fine for naps but cramped if you're tall. Sit on the lower deck near the door — less engine noise. From Tuyen Quang station, grab a motorbike taxi (20,000 VND) to Thao Nguyen Hotel.
Tuyen Quang City Bus Station → Thao Nguyen Hotel
💡 Xe om drivers often overcharge tourists. Insist on 15,000 VND — it's a short, flat ride. If you have luggage, ask for a driver with a larger bike or pay extra 5,000 VND.
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Thao Nguyen Hotel, Tuyen Quang
💡 Take bus 86 from the airport to My Dinh bus station (35,000 VND, 50 mins). Then catch the Tuyen Quang bus (160,000 VND, 3.5 hours). Get off at the central roundabout — Thao Nguyen is a 5-minute walk west.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street — quieter and cooler, with less road dust.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Avoid any room on the ground floor near the reception/tuck shop area, where backpackers and motorbikes come and go from 5am to 10pm.
Is Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel noisy?
Tuyen Quang is a provincial capital on Highway 2 — truck and motorbike noise from 6am to 9pm, especially on the main road side. The hostel's own bar plays music until 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Limited view — mostly neighbouring rooftops or the street. Upper floors (3rd) give a glimpse of the surrounding hills, but nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Check in early (before 2pm) to choose your bed in the dorm — the top bunks near the window have better airflow. If you're on a motorbike, park it inside the hostel's locked rear area, not on the street.
What time is check-in at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Check-in at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, 25 Mbps down / 8 Mbps up, no login password needed; unstable during peak 19:00–22:00
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Bowl of phở or bún chả at a market stall, about 25,000–40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ha Giang Backpackers Hostel?
Local buses cost around 7,000–10,000 VND per ride; from the nearest airport (Noi Bai, Hanoi) take a sleeper bus to Tuyen Quang bus station for roughly 150,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Tuyen Quang?
October and November for blue skies, comfortable 18-26°C temperatures and low rainfall, before the winter cold. March and April are also good: dry, warm and before the monsoon.
Top Attractions in Tuyen Quang
💡 Check if a ceremony is happening before you go—locals light incense and sing revolutionary songs on weekends.
💡 Ask the guard to let you into the closed upstairs room—it has a detailed diorama of the 1950 border campaign. Donations welcome.
💡 Go early morning to see locals doing tai chi. The gate facing the river is best for photos without crowds.
💡 Bring mosquito repellent. The site is peaceful in late afternoon—cycle here from town along the river path.
💡 Entrance costs 10,000 VND. Go on a weekday to avoid tour groups. Take sandals to wade in the spring—it's cold but refreshing.