Chengdu Hostels

"I apologize, I was having such a great time during my stay that I completely forgot to take photos, haha! **Facilities:** They have a washing machine, common areas, and my private room came with a toilet and shower, etc. **Hygiene:** The environment was very clean. **Location:** Chunxi Road is right downstairs, with tons of snack shops and clothing stores. Taikoo Li is just a short walk away. **Service:** Patient and friendly! It was a wonderful experience. These photos are from my trip to Dongjiao Memory in Chengdu. I really love Chengdu! 💕"

"The best stay experience ever! I was pleasantly surprised by the high-quality wood used throughout the room – both the walls and floors were wooden. The decor was simple, unique, and stylish. I also really loved the small courtyard; when the sun was out, I'd lie on the lounge chair outside my room, soaking up the sun and watching the light filter through the leaves. It was a small, enjoyable pastime. I absolutely adored the common areas. I initially chose this hostel primarily for its communal spaces. Since I didn't have many travel plans for this vacation, having such a spacious yet intimate common area was wonderful. I could flip through a book, study a bit, drink some tea, or chat with fellow travelers from all over. Even just watching people come and go felt warm and interesting. The atmosphere really captivated me. In just a few short days, it felt a little like home, like my own little base in this area. The vibe among everyone was great, and I think I'll remember it. It was beautiful and genuine, somewhat aligning with my vision of the world and human co-existence. The brothers and elementary school student I played ping-pong with, the friends from around the world who made dumplings and watched the Spring Festival Gala, the incredibly talented and beautiful young woman with pink bangs, the American guy who was fascinated by Chinese tech companies, my San Francisco friend learning Chinese, the young-at-heart gentleman who transitioned from finance to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the textile designer from around the world studying art… The encounters were brief and wonderful. It was a fleeting glimpse into a corner of the world, a peek into a brushstroke of your life's canvas. I feel happy and honored. I loved the space and the flow of the design. Hope to see you again!"

"The location is excellent, and the room was clean and tidy. However, there aren't many bathrooms or toilets, so during peak hours, you might have to wait a while. I only stayed for one night and didn't visit any of the public areas."

"It's been years since I last stayed in a hostel, and it was actually quite good. Though it's different from back in my day; people used to be more outgoing, many would come out to chat and socialize. Nowadays, people don't seem to like coming out as much. Well, maybe I'm just getting old. Wishing the owner great success with their business! I'll definitely visit again if I get the chance."

"Hygiene: The room was clean and tidy. Shoes were neatly placed outside the door, and slippers were provided for indoor use. Service: The front desk staff were very enthusiastic and showed us around the facilities. Environment: You can tell it's newly renovated, and the environment is excellent. Facilities: The bed was spacious and very sturdy; there was no noise when turning over. Location: It's super convenient; you just cross a skybridge downstairs to get to Chunxi Road."

"The room was surprisingly clean and tidy. The facilities had everything I needed. The environment was spacious and comfortable, just lovely to look at. The service was great; the owner was super nice and, as a foodie, recommended a lot of authentic Chengdu dishes that were delicious!"

"For young travelers visiting Chengdu on a budget, staying in a hostel is the best value for money. This particular hostel is in an incredibly central location, right next to Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li. Step out, and you're directly on a bustling pedestrian street with an abundance of food options downstairs. The subway station is also just a few minutes' walk away. It attracts a youthful crowd, including many backpackers. During the day, we were 'special forces' style tourists, constantly exploring delicious food, visiting attractions, taking photos, and sightseeing. Then, we'd return to the hostel for a comfortable night's sleep."

"(For context, I was a black female solo traveller) Location On a long street with many restaurants and shops along the street and a self service ATM 5 -10 min walk away, including a small market in the mornings. It is a residential area, so you will most likely be the only foreigner, but people are extremely friendly and helpful, albeit the stares. The entrance faced the main road and was well lit. There is a flight of stairs that you will need to go up to get to the hostel area. If you have not tried hot pot, I would def recommend going to the Haichiniu Xianxianqie Beef Self service Hot Pot place which is around 5 mins walk down the road. Quite far from the centre of the city however it is extremely easy to get to. During the day, there is a close proximity to the underground around 10 min walk, and there is a bus that I took from the city centre to right outside the hostel door where the bus stop was. If you are going through the night/early morning, it is extremely easy to catch a taxi through apps and it is quite cheap (around 40- 70 yen) and the road is very well lit. I felt completely safe in the area. Service Chu, the hostel aunty is warm and helpful, and gives you a sense of being home away from home. This included being made some home made dumplings to celebrate Golden Week which tasted delicious! She gave recommendations on places to go and made sure that I kept safe when out. As another review said, it can be a bit difficult communicating if you don't know Chinese as no English at the hostel or around the area is spoken and it can get quite draining/ mentally challenging at times for us, however Chu still tried her best to communicate regardless and I really appreciated the effort. To get around this and to make your stay more enjoyable, I would be sure to have WeChat set up prior so you can use the chat translator and have your google translate app out ready. (N.B Make sure you are able to set up the account and get the WeChat validation/security text through your HOME sim/data roaming as opposed to attempting to set up your account on your E-sim which won't work). Facilities It is a hostel that provides what you need. The things that took my British head some time to get around was the shower situation and the bed; namely the shower as it was more typical of an advanced bidet than standard shower. However, it was kept exceptionally clean after my first day there and I did my part of keeping it clean by bleaching it down. The bed is quite sturdy, typical of Chinese beds, so I would recommend bringing a blanket or similar to lay on the mattress so you can get to sleep. There is an upstairs area where you can use the washing machine or wash your clothes by hand and an open area to hang dry your clothes. Make sure you have some cash ready to give to Chu to use the machine. There is a vending machine that you can buy snacks for using the your WeChat pay. There is a seating area at the top where you can sit down and eat, smoke and chat. Once you are used to the different products used (i.e remembering the slippers, using the shower etc.), it becomes second nature and a very comfortable stay (funny story: I was sitting on a desk chair outside my room and being use to the chairs in the UK being quite heavy, I swung myself around and ended up falling off the chair LOL!). Cleanliness Like I mentioned above, the hostel is kept exceptionally clean and I had no concerns around hygiene once I got used to the shower situation. The cleanliness is what I can say was a huge benefit to the hostel. Considering how large the place is and Chu is the sole host, it is kept evidently very clean and Chu will be sure to tell you to tidy up too lool. People in China are not a fan of strong smells/ fragranced things so you will not smell bleach or such products but after seeing a storage room, I can assure they are being used! The photos in the other reviews capture it exactly so you will not be surprised when coming to the place."

"The environment is excellent, very private! It's not stuffy at all this season. The front desk staff was also great. There are lockers for luggage and shoe cabinets, and each person gets a card-activated locker, so you don't have to worry about your belongings getting lost! Although the restrooms and showers are public, they are separated by gender! Super good!"

"The location is convenient and easy to find, the surrounding environment is great, and the staff are professional and enthusiastic. The room arranged for us was cozy and comfortable, clean and tidy, and the soundproofing was good too. It was very quiet at night, and we had a great rest! High value for money, highly recommended!"