Hostels in Sichuan, China

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! 💕

This hostel is super easy to find, right by the bus stop. I just followed my GPS and got there in no time. The rooms and common areas are spotless, the beds are neat, and there's no weird smell in the bathrooms. Had an amazing experience! Highly recommend!

The hotel's location is excellent, right in the city center, making it very convenient for getting around. The staff are incredibly warm and welcoming, making you feel right at home.

Backpack Ten Years Hostel in Chengdu is super convenient, located close to Chunxi Road and the subway station, making it easy to get around and go shopping. The whole place is clean and tidy, the beds are comfy, and the common areas are spacious with a relaxed vibe. The front desk staff are warm and attentive, quick to respond to any issues, and the security is also good. Facilities are complete, and the hot water is stable. It's perfect for solo travelers or those with companions, offering great value for money. Overall, a comfortable experience and highly recommended.

The room is very spacious, and the location is excellent, right next to Lushan Mountain, perfect for a hike. There are plenty of food options nearby, and you can also order takeout. I heard the guesthouse offers shared meals, but I didn't participate. The atmosphere was quite nice, with lots of chatting and laughter. There's a pool table on the third floor, but no one to play with me! 😂 Downstairs, there's a very cute blue cat. When I came back from Silver Beach in the afternoon, it was all alone, so I petted it, and it immediately became very friendly. When I sat down, it came closer and rubbed against me. ☺️ It even jumped onto the table and nuzzled my shoulder! 😀

The courtyard, with bedding airing in the sun and flowers in bloom, truly felt like stepping back into the 1970s. The kind gentleman overseeing the place busily made up the bed with a soft, pure cotton plaid bedding set, gesturing to show it was freshly laundered. I deeply felt the warmth and kindness from both him and the owner, and consequently enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing night's sleep. I also visited Qianfo Cliff, Huangze Temple, and Jianmen Pass.

(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.

What a perfect hostel! A few steps away from the bus station and at walking distance from Kangding main square and the monasteries The hostel is clean, well organized, with a large communal space, a fridge and traditional stoves The room (6 female dorm) is spacious, there is a window with mountains view, the bunk bed is large and equipped with light and international socket; there is even an electrical blanket for keeping you warm at night The large outdoor terrace between reception and dorm building is so lovely and has a great view over the mountains and river I really liked the rustic feel and thee extensive use of wood of the hostel

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.

This hostel is located on the fourth and fifth floors of Evergrande Plaza and has likely been open for less than two months. The male and female dorms are on separate floors, which is a thoughtful touch. The facilities are impeccable: new sheets and duvet covers, bright and clean bathrooms, and a freshly set up common area. Everything is new, even the faint smell of recent renovation still lingers in the air. Interestingly, the initial awkwardness between the staff and guests also feels 'new.' The guy at the front desk pauses and thinks before answering directions, and guests in the common room are glued to their phones, occasionally making eye contact, smiling, and then looking away. This 'breaking-in' period actually feels quite authentic. I've stayed in many hostels, and sometimes places that are too new can feel a bit uncomfortable. There are no notes on the walls, no half-empty condiments left in the fridge by previous guests, and the staff and guests are almost too formal with each other—it feels like it's missing some stories. But then I think, new also has its advantages. It's clean, tidy, and everything is a fresh start. In a way, everyone staying here now is among the first guests. Over time, the walls will naturally gather doodles, regulars will become known by name, and this initial awkwardness will slowly evolve into something else. I look forward to seeing this hostel grow.