Hostels in Hunan, China

Environment: The entrance isn't very noticeable, took me a while to find it, and it didn't really look like a hostel from the outside. Service: I was pleasantly surprised by how good the service was for a hostel! They even helped carry my bags to the room when it was raining and gave a very detailed explanation of the layout and facilities. Hygiene: The linens were all pre-fitted, just like in a hotel, and I saw the staff cleaning every room.

The accommodation experience was quite good. There were two people when we checked in, and one person left behind. There was quite a lot of space. Downstairs is Xinglong Pedestrian Street, and next to it is Bubugao Plaza. There are many snacks and shopping is convenient. The room has windows and a balcony to dry clothes. Each bed is equipped with a small electric fan and air conditioner. It is convenient for other travelers to check in. If you don’t know the way for the first time, you can look at the diagram below (the text behind the first picture should be Unit 7, not Unit 4) Haha, the road is a bit circuitous, but I can remember it the first time I walked. It's very convenient.

The room had excellent lighting, and the shared bathrooms were clean and tidy. It's just a 5-minute walk to the East Gate of Wulingyuan, and they offer comprehensive, thoughtful service for dining, lodging, and travel. I originally planned to stay for just one day, but I was so comfortable and slept so well that I extended my stay – I just wanted to breathe in more of Zhangjiajie's air. The itinerary the owner planned was incredibly stress-free. I was worried about not finding companions during the off-season, but to my surprise, I formed two groups with fellow travelers at the owner's international youth hostel. We had a lively and happy time, even in the off-season!

The luckiest thing about my trip to Changsha was choosing this hostel! The manager's warmth was like a winter sun. She not only helped me plan off-the-beaten-path activities around Wuyi Square but also thoughtfully reminded me to avoid the peak hours at popular tourist spots. The hostel is only a 5-minute walk from the subway station. The room had a clean and odor-free en-suite bathroom, and the bed was as soft as a cloud. The cleaning staff quietly cleaned it every day, completely avoiding the messy feeling often found in hostels. The most surprising thing was the atmosphere in the common area—everyone sat around watching movies in the evenings, and travelers from all over shared their stories. Even I, a socially awkward person, couldn't help but join in the conversation. Before leaving, I even made plans with a few friends to travel together again! If you come to Changsha, you must try this warm and welcoming hostel. It will make your trip more than just sightseeing; it will also bring you heartwarming encounters.

First, the conclusion—this is the best hostel I've ever stayed in, so I stayed for almost half a month! 【Overall Environment】Very new and clean. The owner has some design background, and the overall feel is minimalist and aesthetically pleasing. 【Facilities】One room even has two separate bathrooms and showers, which is incredibly luxurious and definitely deserves extra points! 【Cleanliness】Very clean. As you can see in the pictures, the lobby and rooms are bright and spotless, with no unpleasant odors. 【Bed and Air Conditioning】The mattress is very soft, not cheap bedding, and feels great against the skin. You don't even need to put on a sheet cover, which is very convenient! The air conditioning is also very powerful, yet it's surprisingly quiet, not disturbing your rest—better than many five-star hotels! 【Entertainment Facilities】The pool table is relatively new. I played a couple of games there every day—so comfortable! Also, there's even a free Switch on the second floor—can you believe it?! 【Food】The owner was incredibly welcoming, recommending many restaurants on the first day and even picking us up and dropping us off. None of them were bad! Especially the **Shell Boxed Meals—yyds! I ate there for a week! [Fun] The owner is quite playful; he brought a drone to play with us. A few of us went to a small canyon with Danxia landforms. This place was even more interesting than Xiaodongjiang, which I visited later, because it was undeveloped and more pristine! [Other] The owner also sang karaoke with us and introduced me to a song called ”Post-Rock” (or ”Slow Rock,” I can't quite remember). The song was fun, but it didn't do justice to the owner's personal charm. His goal this year seems to be skydiving or paragliding; I wish him success! [Summary] Danxia red cliffs reflected in the setting sun, Chenzhou is like a dream, no need to return! Mugen Youth Hostel, definitely worth a stay!

We booked this hostel during our stay in Zhangjiajie because of the location and price. The listing pictures can be deceiving as the hostel is much older than represented. We ended up booking two rooms: a family room and a single room. I have an obsession for cleanliness so it’s not exactly up to my standards as the rooms were quite old and walls were dirty and had bugs (ants, spiders, springtails). Springtails kept crawling in under my blanket and made sleeping very difficult. But due to environmental/climate conditions, these are probably quite normal. Originally when booking this I thought it was a hotel and only realized it was a hostel when we arrived because the sign was different. Other guests can be noisy in the halls so there isn’t any noise insulation. The front desk service however was excellent!!They were super helpful in planning itineraries and offering discounted admission tickets for guests to various attraction spots and made it stressfree in terms of planning each day. Location is also very close to bus station and has quite a bit of food around the area.

Very clean. I feeled well in this house. The owner is a helpful lady. She send me all information to my mobile that I needed. From how to come via bus to the hostel to what sights to see best in 2 days. The location ist perfekt for tian mountain, but If you want to see the park, it is a bit far away, 50 min, 13 Yuan by Bus, didi about 50-60 Yuan each way. Facilties hostel standard, good value.

I had a very comfortable stay. The owner was super nice, and the environment was beautiful and clean. The landlady cleaned every day! It's really close to the subway station, just 100m from Huangxing Square. There are plenty of options for food, drinks, and entertainment nearby. Guys, I've even seen this place half an hour after checking out.

It is very close to the International Finance Center and Taiping Old Street. It is within walking distance to all Internet celebrity check-in points. It is very convenient to eat downstairs. The tea is really good and delicious. This is definitely a five-star review! The owner always pays attention to public health and will clean in time.” Service: You can't find a more considerate youth hostel. If needed, they will even help put the sheets and quilts on! Free toothbrushes and toothpaste, slippers, toilet paper, and warm water from a drinking fountain are also provided. Shampoo and shower gel are also provided. Facilities: The small living room actually has a projector to watch movies: each room has a bathroom, no smell, and is very clean. The six-person room I stayed in is spacious and the air conditioner is open all day. It's quiet at night and has a good sleep. Each bed has a small locker and a microwave for use. The washing machine is 2 yuan a time. The overall experience is great. This time I come to Changsha. I will also ”go home” and wait for the wind to come (I live there and give my honest review).

Host is a super nice guy and very helpful. He helps you book your tickets as well as with communication and he has many good tips for you. Usually people hang downstairs, there are also three cute cats. Usually people order food and have dinner together. You will easily meet fellow travelers here. The place is otherwise very basic and could need repairs and more frequent cleanups. But that is not the focus here. The hostel is also close to the starting point to Tianmen mountain. PS: The package for the avatar mountains has hiked to 450 RMB including cablecars and elevator (you can use the ticket on 4 consecutive days). 12 RMB to take the bus to its south gate. You need two days to finish the avatar mountains. Then one more day for Tianmen mountain. Another day for the canyon, if you want.