Hostels in Yunnan, China

Following up on my previous review: I was so lucky to receive a postcard from the lovely lady at the front desk, which is perfect to give to a friend I met in Kunming. My simple greeting of 'I had a great stay, very happy, and wish you all a Happy New Year' really made me feel the warmth of the hostel. I loved the postcard they chose for me, and I'll definitely be back. I've already recommended it to other friends!

This was the best hostel I've stayed at. What stood out most was the most amazing welcoming service. The owner spoke perfect english, was able to help me with everything, offered me tea, snacks and even a ride back to the hostel on the back of his scooter when he met me randomly (all for free). It almost felt like I was staying at a guest familys house even though I was one of many guests (many international ones too). The hostel is located conveniently directly next to the ancient town and a bus station which connects directly to the Railway Station and the Three Pagodas (Line 4) and the Lake (Line C2). The facilities aren't the most modern but very well kept. The rooms as well as the community spaces are very beautiful and comfortable. There are electric blankets and the widest most comfortable matresses I've ever seen at a hostel. Overall a perfect stay, highly reccomend!

Perfect modern hostel, with traditional style! It offers all a backpacker would need: superclean and cozy bed. No heating but a delightful warming pad, in a silent large dorm with window light. Plagues and light bed. Big towel provided and all kind of soaps in the clean spacefull showers. Running hot water. Loundry. Many common spaces, where you can enjoy the sun light reading or playing pool and a marvellous ******* style room, where you can keep warm relaxing around the stove, while eating or tasting tea. Hot and cold water provided. The staff is gentle and helpful and I do thank them for the pleasant staying.

This hostel is really interesting! The common areas are spacious and uniquely decorated with lots of vintage items, and the walls have beautiful ethnic cultural totem paintings. The bathrooms and washing areas are clean; even though there are many guests, the staff are diligent with cleaning, so it never feels dirty or messy. The guy at the front desk was super friendly, helped me with my luggage, and recommended some great local food. For this price, it's incredible value for money. Highly recommend!

The guesthouse is located near the bus station and not far from the old town. There are restaurants and shop around. The common area are really nice and large. I stayed in the female dorm (4 beds) for one night and I was alone. The bedding was confortable and the room was clean. The private bathroom could use some refreshing and be cleaner. The staff was nice even though they didn't speak English.

The space was spacious and the environment was nice. Cai Cai was very welcoming; it just so happened that I arrived during the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the hostel even provided a free, delicious dinner. A truly blissful experience. Cai Cai and her family were wonderful, so thoughtful and warm. Especially her mother; when I asked her where I could buy free-range eggs in the morning, she readily brought two from her own home for me, refusing to accept payment. So kind and simple! I hope I can stay longer next time.

The courtyard gets plenty of sun and has a lively atmosphere. There's a door on the third floor that leads to the rooftop platform of the building opposite, perfect for getting a full, all-around tan three shades darker. Definitely don't take kids up to the rooftop though! Occasionally, a few local residents gather in the courtyard to play ping-pong, which is quite fun to watch. The front desk staff, three young women and one young man, were all very helpful. The guy even helped me carry my luggage up to my room, which I really appreciated! In the evenings, there's an older gentleman at the front desk. Overall, it was a really great and comfortable stay. I didn't take many photos, so here's just a random one.

I had a great time in Jianshui, the owner of the hostel did make my stay even more special, he helped me in many ways, I am beyond grateful he could help me out to get a SIM card and all the app struggles that you can face traveling to China from abroad . I highly recommend to stay with him for dinner or any meal, food was amazing and I felt like visiting friends rather than staying at a hostel. There’s a nice rooftop where you can also use the washing machine and dry your clothes. I will definitely come back!

This stay experience was absolutely amazing! Definitely a five-star review~ The hotel's location is super convenient, just a few minutes' walk to the subway station, and surrounded by a complete commercial district, making it incredibly easy to get around and find food. The lobby is exquisitely decorated and grand, with a very pleasant fragrance. The front desk staff were enthusiastic and professional, checking me in super fast and patiently introducing the hotel facilities and local attractions. The room was surprisingly clean and tidy. The bedding was soft and skin-friendly, and the mattress offered just the right support, ensuring a wonderfully sound sleep all night long. The bathroom has a separate wet and dry area, with plenty of hot water and stable temperature. The toiletries were high-quality with a subtle, pleasant scent. The window offered an expansive view, no noise disturbance, and great privacy. The breakfast selection was incredibly rich, with both Chinese and Western options. Fresh fruit, freshly prepared breakfast items, desserts, and drinks were all available, and the flavors were authentic and not perfunctory. The cleaning staff were meticulous in their daily cleaning, replenished items promptly, and even proactively asked if I needed anything – the attention to detail was truly thoughtful. Whether for a business trip or a vacation, this is an excellent choice. I've already recommended it to friends, and I'll definitely stay here again next time!

Overall, a pleasant stay. The room and bathroom were clean, the location was convenient, and the washing machine came in handy. WeChat replies were quick, but the receptionist seemed inattentive in person, and we were placed in separate dorms instead of together, which was inconvenient as a father–daughter pair.