Hostels in Gansu, China

I stayed in a 4-person room. The room was minimalist and medium-small, with lockers – basic but comfortable. The common area is stylish and inviting, with plenty of seating, cozy corners, plants, kettles, and power outlets, though it’s on a high floor with a glass ceiling – warm when hot, cozy when cold, and the few fans aren’t always enough. The staff at the desk were friendly, laundry facilities available, though no snacks or cold drinks. The area is urban, among regular buildings, so not particularly attractive from the outside, but within walking distance to the museum and the metro station, with a large supermarket and several food options nearby. Overall, a decent place to stay in Lanzhou.

The location is pretty good, with lots of food options right outside. It's also just one bus ride away from the Provincial Museum, and best of all, parking is free. The room's bed can be fully enclosed, offering great privacy, though it can get a bit stuffy when completely closed off – that's really a matter of personal preference.

The hostel is good cared and clean. I think I saw a housekeeper every time when I went out from my room and she was always cleaning smth. That attitude already says a lot about the place. There is a nice not big common area with TV and we even watched a bit of Titanic, water dispenser with available cold and hot water. The staff is speaking English and they organise different tours around the area. It’s very handy. We took 2 tours with them and enjoyed a lot. One to PingShanHu canyon and another to Colourful Danxia. We also met many good-hearted foreign and local travellers there and made friends with some. Speaking about the room the condition was good enough. We shared one room with my friend. It’s a great value for money. Thank you for the incredible stay!

It's a great place to stay if you know the location, but it can be a bit challenging for foreigners. Even I, who speak a little Chinese, wandered around for about an hour, especially since I couldn't understand a single word of the local language. Still, I managed to find it, despite the twists and turns. I was grateful for the early check-in. However, my first impression wasn't so positive. I encountered a guest smoking a cigarette in the living room, which was quite casual. Next, the room was so dark that even with the lights on, it felt like nighttime. Nevertheless, the bed was comfortable, and all the amenities were there. There was even a small folding desk. I was impressed by the owner's sense of style. However, the bathroom sink was constantly littered with cigarette ash and the smell of cigarettes permeated the room. This was a mixed-use space, which was a real challenge. For non-smokers, the smell is excruciating. My throat eventually swelled. It's a good place for smokers and those who are very familiar with Chinese. I wouldn't recommend it to non-smokers or women due to the shared bathroom.

Had a great hostel experience! The owner was incredibly welcoming and accommodating, always ready to help. I'll definitely choose this hostel again next time. It's only about a 2-minute walk from the Giant Buddha Temple, and there are tons of convenient food options nearby. The owner recommended Mingfeng Beef Noodles, which were absolutely delicious, and Jiangji's liangpi (cold noodles) and multi-grain pancakes were also quite good.

This was my first time staying in a hostel, and I got so lucky! It's a really beautiful place, and the manager, an older gentleman, was incredibly nice. I came back a bit late one night, and he quickly came to open the door for me. The hostel is gorgeous, the beds are super comfy, and the bathroom was spotless. I also got along really well with my roommates. This was definitely a highlight of my trip through the Northwest. I love Zhangye, and I'm sure I'll be back someday!

You have to give a 100yuan deposit for the key card. I had trouble with my WeChat not accepting the refund, and when I asked the staff to help, they sighed and got annoyed. Even went as far to say “my head hurts” to nearby customers and other unnecessary stuff in mandarin thinking I couldn’t understand. Like, my head hurts too, I just want the money back that you said you’d refund me. All worked out in the end, but didn’t appreciate the attitude. Also even though this is called a youth hostel, there were many older people staying which led to a weird vibe. Good location and ok for the night but I wouldn’t stay again

Overall, my stay was extremely satisfying! The hotel environment is quiet, and the room was spotlessly clean with no strange odors. The bed was just the right firmness, allowing for a very good rest. The staff were gentle and polite, and very efficient. The facilities were excellent, with a complete set of toiletries provided. The location is superb, making it easy to find places to eat and shop. It offers incredible value for money, and staying here made my trip very comfortable. I highly recommend it!

This house is really beyond my expectation. My friend introduced it to me. I thought it must be not good for such a low price, but it is not bad. It is not much different from the 400+ house I stayed in Dunhuang before. The boss's service attitude is also good. It is a really good experience.

Not having a personal bathroom was quite the unpleasant surprise for sure. However this hotel is situated in the charming traditional Chinese city of Pingliang, home to the famous Kongtongshan