Best Hostels in Nha Trang 2026: Budget Stays on the Beach Strip

Nha Trang has a dense backpacker hostel scene concentrated on and around Biet Thu Street, 2–3 blocks from the beach. The social infrastructure for divers, island hoppers, and beach travellers is well-developed.

Best options

Nha Trang Backpackers Hostel: The main social hostel in the city. Dorm beds and cheap private rooms. Common area, tour desk, dive package connections. Dorm from ₫180,000 ($7.20). Private from ₫400,000 ($16).

Mojzo Inn: Popular hostel with a strong social atmosphere and a reliable tour/dive booking desk. Dorm from ₫160,000 ($6.40).

My Home Nha Trang Hostel: Slightly quieter than the main strip. Clean dorms and private rooms. Good breakfast. Dorm from ₫180,000 ($7.20).

Surf Gate Hostel: Beach-area location with surfboard storage and direct dive booking. Active outdoor sports focus. Dorm from ₫200,000 ($8).

What Nha Trang hostels provide

• Dive package booking (most hostels have relationships with PADI dive centres)
• Island hopping day trip organisation (group discounts available through hostels)
• Open-tour bus ticket booking
• Beach proximity (all the main hostels are within 5–10 minutes walk of the beach)

Night activity warning

Biet Thu Street and the surrounding area is Nha Trang’s busiest bar zone. Hostels on and near this street are lively until late — not ideal for early rising divers. If you’re doing a PADI course (early morning boat departures), consider accommodation one block further from the bar strip or bring earplugs.

Diving budget notes

Most hostels offer dive package deals in combination with Rainbow Divers or other certified operators. The packages slightly undercut booking direct from the dive shop. Ask at check-in.

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See also: Looking for mid-range or upmarket options? Read our guide to the best hotels in Nha Trang.