Hostels in Yunnan, China

Overall, it was a good stay. The location is excellent, the bed was comfortable, and the blackout curtains worked well. The only minor issue was that the luggage storage area was a bit damp, but it didn't really bother me. Do note that you'll have to climb a few stairs to get to your room, which might be a bit inconvenient if you have heavy luggage.

It started off great, with both the environment and service being top-notch. I booked for two consecutive days. On the second day, it seemed like some of the other beds had new occupants, and the quality of the new guests varied. Given the hotel has so many rooms, it's impossible to keep an eye on everyone. Overall, it was still pretty good.

This hostel completely changed my perception of hostels! The location is absolutely fantastic, right next to a shopping district and subway station, saving so much time for exploring and dining. The rooms are cleaned daily, and the bed linen is always fresh. The bathrooms are dry and odorless. Each bunk has a blackout curtain, an individual power socket, and a small storage locker, so you can draw the curtain and have your own private space for undisturbed rest. The common lounge has a warm atmosphere, where travelers from all over share stories, making it easy to find companions for outings. The owner is attentive and reliable; I was able to check in smoothly even arriving late at night, and they patiently answered all my travel questions. The price is great, the facilities are complete, and the value for money far surpasses other accommodations nearby. It's my top choice for solo travelers, highly recommended!

This is my second stay at Backpacker's, and Lijiang Backpacker's is still lively, but the facilities are a bit old and not well-maintained. The cleanliness of room A24 was a bit subpar. However, what really stood out was the excellent service at the front desk. Big Wang (Dawang) deserves a high rating; he was great at engaging with guests, playing Werewolf with us, chatting, and recommending nearby food. It was a very good experience overall.

I've stayed in many hostels across the country, but this is the first one I've truly wanted to recommend to everyone! The atmosphere is fantastic, the scenery is beautiful, it's clean and tidy, and the owner is lovely. It's especially amazing to just sit on the sofa and zone out when the sun is out. This is hands down the best value-for-money hostel I've ever stayed in. The owner even gave me a ticket to a stage play! If you love ethnic culture, you'll be absolutely thrilled! Highly, highly recommend!!!

The location is not far from the ancient city, and there's a dedicated shuttle service to and from the ancient city every day. The mattress is super comfortable, and a major highlight is the spacious public area. The food prepared by the kitchen auntie at the hotel is absolutely delicious and unforgettable! You can participate in various activities like playing ball, board games, and even karaoke... In short, you'll find your own fun here. From the rooftop, you can see Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake, and the scenery is absolutely stunning. The front desk staff is also incredibly warm and welcoming. Compared to other youth hostels, you'll feel much more at home at LILI WANXIANG. A big shout-out to Da Bao at the front desk 👍 (And yes, the young man is quite handsome too, haha!)

During my stay at Yaju, I learned how to distinguish different types of succulents. Not because someone taught me, but because I'd go up to the rooftop every day, and when I was bored, I'd take photos with Doubao (a photo recognition app) one by one to ask about them. Everything here is slow-paced: coffee takes time, wine needs to be sampled, and a game of chess lasts half an hour. But the guests are never in a hurry; it's as if time automatically slows down a beat once you arrive. Yaju probably aims to be a place where people aren't afraid to 'waste' time.

This was my first time in Shangri-La, and traveling solo, I was curious about hostels as I'd never stayed in one before. I saw Pine Cone Hostel recommended on Xiaohongshu, so I looked it up and it turned out to be really great! I stayed here for a total of 4 days. Three days in a private room and one day in a 4-person dorm. The front desk staff member is leaving tomorrow, which is a real shame – I'll definitely stay at Pine Cone again next time I'm in Shangri-La!!! **Service:** The front desk staff were very proactive in resolving issues and had an excellent service attitude. After check-in, they also sent over welcome information and local travel tips, which was very thoughtful! Besides the front desk, other staff members also actively helped out whenever they saw a problem. **Facilities:** The private rooms are very well-equipped, with a heater, humidifier, and a dressing table. They even provide disposable bath towels, regular towels, and bottled water. For the 4-person dorm, the towels and bottled water are placed in the respective lockers. The public areas also have excellent facilities. The shower area has curtains, hooks, and toiletries, with plenty of space, strong water pressure, and ample hot water. The restrooms have both Western-style toilets and squat toilets, and overall, the hygiene is impeccable. The laundry area has a dryer, washing machine, and even a shoe-washing machine – how thoughtful! The makeup area has large stools, hair dryers, and curling irons, completely catering to women's needs. Hand soap is provided at the sinks, and there's enough space between each sink so you won't bump into each other while getting ready, haha. **Hygiene:** Both the public service areas and guest rooms are kept very clean. **Environment:** The overall experience was fantastic. It was my first time staying in a hostel with private rooms, and it felt very special. I recommended it to my friends right after checking in. The male and female dorms are in separate buildings, and the common areas are very cozy, like a huge 'Friends' apartment. The hostel offers breakfast and dinner, which are both good value for money. It's actually not too far from the ancient town – just a few minutes by taxi, or about a 20-30 minute walk.

Located right next to the core area of Xishuangbanna, the surrounding commercial environment is lively with plenty of large supermarkets and shopping streets. The bedding was relatively comfortable and clean, but many of the bathroom facilities were broken. Also, the cleanliness of the hostel's common areas could be significantly improved. Hopefully, it will get better and better!

Had a great stay here. The hostel is located in a high rise building with a cosy common area where it’s easy to relax, watch movies, and mingle with other travellers. The toilet was clean and even comes with an automated seat cover, which was a nice touch. There was an unexpected water supply maintenance during my stay, but the owner handled it very well, he kept updating us and even brought some of us to his friend house in another building to shower. Really appreciated the effort. As a backpacker, I also found the owner very helpful—he guided me on taking a shared electric bike to the metro and then the train to the airport, which saved cost compared to taking a taxi. He even invited us out for drinks with other international travellers, making the whole experience more memorable. I personally prefer smaller hostels like this as it’s easier to mingle and feel comfortable.