PHÚC AN HOSTEL

Núi Ngọc, Cat Ba, Vietnam·View on map

Very good166 reviews
8.5
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Check-infrom 12:00
Check-outuntil 11:30
ParkingPaid
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

PHÚC AN HOSTEL is a guest house on Cat Ba Island, about 25.5 km from central Ha Long, with balcony rooms that look over the mountains. The property has a private beach area and a sun terrace, and Cat Co 2 Beach is 800 m away, so the sea is an easy walk from the rooms.

Rooms have air conditioning, a balcony, a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. The guest house offers a lounge, a bar, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping and bicycle rental, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

It suits travellers who want a sociable base in the centre of Cat Ba town, close to restaurants and bars, with evening entertainment on site and staff who can arrange tours and transport. Families and groups of up to four can book the 30 m² rooms, and the concierge can arrange tours and transport. Evening entertainment is on site, which suits travellers who want a lively base in the centre of Cat Ba town. The Cat Ba Bay Viewpoint and Monument is 150 m away, so the bay is close at hand.

Rooms

2 room types · 30–30 m²

PHÚC AN HOSTEL offers two double room types, both 30 m² and both sleeping up to four guests. Each has air conditioning, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, and both rooms have a flat-screen TV, free toiletries, towels and a hairdryer.

The Double Room with Balcony has two extra-large double beds (Super-king size) and a balcony with mountain views, and it also has a dining area. The Double Room with Private Bathroom has two large king-size beds and a balcony with a view, along with a flat-screen TV that carries cable channels. Both rooms are the same size, so the choice rests on the view, the beds and the dining area. Choose by outlook and bedding rather than floor area.

Double Room with Balcony — PHÚC AN HOSTEL

Double Room with Balcony

30 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
BalconyMountain viewDining area

Its balcony looks over the mountains, which makes this 30 m² room the one to choose for the view. Two extra-large double beds (Super-king size) sit alongside air conditioning and a dining area, and the private bathroom has a shower and a bidet.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — PHÚC AN HOSTEL

Double Room with Private Bathroom

30 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Large bed (King size)
BalconyViewCable channels

This 30 m² room is the choice for a straightforward stay, with two large king-size beds, a balcony with a view and a flat-screen TV that carries cable channels. The private bathroom has a shower and bidet, and the room is air-conditioned.

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Facilities

42 facilities
Parking
Balcony
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Room service
Flat-screen TV
Non-smoking rooms

The guest house has a sun terrace, a private beach area and a bar, with a shared lounge and TV area and a vending machine for drinks. Evening entertainment and a nightclub/DJ are offered on site, so the evenings can stay lively, while bicycle rental and a tour desk help you explore the island.

The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, and concierge service, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, dry cleaning, a safety deposit box and 24-hour security are all available. Parking is public and nearby rather than free: it costs VND 100,000 per stay and needs no reservation.

WiFi is free throughout the property. The rooms add a flat-screen TV with cable channels, internet services, a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, free toiletries, linen, slippers, a hairdryer and a wardrobe or closet.

General

  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Bicycle rental
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour security
  • Dry cleaning
  • Safety deposit box

Food & drink

  • Bar

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • View

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

The guest house is in Cat Ba town at Núi Ngọc, on the south-east coast of Cat Ba Island, and the Cat Co beaches lie right beside the town. Cat Co 2 Beach is 800 m away and Cat Co 1 Beach 900 m, while the Cat Ba Bay Viewpoint and Monument is 150 m from the property. Tung Thu Beach is 1 km away and Monkey Island Beach 2.8 km. The local produce market is 400 m away, and the restaurants Hoàng Gia Minh and Restaurant Cá Heo are both within 100 m, so meals and errands are a short stroll away.

The Hoang Long bus station is 200 m away and the Ben Beo ferry terminal is 1.1 km, so arrivals by bus or boat need only a short walk. The car ferry from Tuan Chau lands at Gia Luan, and from there the road to Cat Ba town covers about 25 km.

Cannon Fort, 600 m from the guest house, is a hilltop fort with views over the town, and the Linh Quang Pagoda, a Buddhist temple 2.1 km away, makes a quieter outing. Cat Ba National Park lies inland, and Lan Ha Bay is offshore, so the viewpoint 150 m away is the nearest place to look out over it.

  • Cat Ba Bay Viewpoint and Monument
    Monument and lookout point over Cat Ba Bay
    150 m
  • Hoang Long
    Bus station close to the guest house for coach connections
    200 m
  • Local Produce Market
    Market for fresh produce and everyday goods
    400 m
  • Cannon Fort
    Hilltop fort with views over the town
    600 m
  • Cat Co 2 Beach
    Public beach on the Cat Co coastline, next to the town
    800 m
  • Linh Quang Pagoda and Buddhist temple
    Buddhist temple for a quiet visit
    2.1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to be in the centre of Cat Ba town, 800 m from Cat Co 2 Beach, with bars and restaurants within a short walk.
  • ✓you want a balcony with mountain views: the Double Room with Balcony looks over the mountains, and the other room has a view from its balcony too.
  • ✓you are travelling in a group of up to four and want two large beds in one room, both rooms being 30 m².
  • ✓you want a private beach area and a sun terrace on the property, with bicycle rental for exploring the island.
  • ✓you want a base with a concierge and a tour desk to arrange trips, and a 24-hour front desk for late arrivals.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need free parking: the public parking nearby costs VND 100,000 per stay.
  • ✕you want a very soft bed, since some guests find the mattresses very hard.
  • ✕you want a room with plenty of daylight and fresh air: some guests say interior rooms can lack natural light or fresh air.
  • ✕you want a restaurant on the property, since the on-site dining is limited to a bar.

What guests say

166 verified reviews
8.5

Guests praise the central position near shops, bars and the beach, which stays quiet at night, along with the value for money and a friendly, family-run team that helps with tours and laundry. Some find the mattresses very hard.

Staff9.1
Value for money9.1
Location9.1
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.8
Facilities8.4
Free WiFi7.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at PHÚC AN HOSTEL cost?

Rates at PHÚC AN HOSTEL change with the season, the room type and the dates of your stay, so the price depends on when you travel. Check the current rate with our booking partners for the dates you have in mind.

How do I get to PHÚC AN HOSTEL?

PHÚC AN HOSTEL is in Cat Ba town, 200 m from the Hoang Long bus station and 1.1 km from the Ben Beo ferry terminal, so the last stretch from either is a short walk. Parking is public and nearby, reservation is not needed, and it costs VND 100,000 per stay. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, which helps with late arrivals.

What is near PHÚC AN HOSTEL?

Near PHÚC AN HOSTEL are the Cat Ba Bay Viewpoint and Monument (150 m), the local produce market (400 m), Cannon Fort (600 m) and Cat Co 2 Beach (800 m). The Linh Quang Pagoda, a Buddhist temple, is 2.1 km away, and Tung Thu Beach is 1 km. The Hoang Long bus station is 200 m away for coach connections.

Is WiFi free at PHÚC AN HOSTEL?

Yes, WiFi at PHÚC AN HOSTEL is available in all areas and is free of charge. Internet services are also offered on the property, and the rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

Does PHÚC AN HOSTEL have a bar or restaurant?

PHÚC AN HOSTEL has a bar on site. The nearest restaurants are Hoàng Gia Minh, 50 m away, and Restaurant Cá Heo and Gaulois Restaurant, both 100 m away, so you have several dining options within a short walk.

Does PHÚC AN HOSTEL have family rooms?

Yes, PHÚC AN HOSTEL offers family rooms. Both room types sleep up to four guests with two beds each, so a small family can stay together in one room.

Does PHÚC AN HOSTEL have its own beach?

Yes, PHÚC AN HOSTEL has a private beach area on the property. The public Cat Co 2 Beach is 800 m away and Cat Co 1 Beach is 900 m, so the sea is a short walk away.

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