List of The Best Hostels in China

Providing you with the ultimate list of the BEST HOSTELS IN CHINA – includes rates, locations and great reviews that will definitely help you with your stay in China!

In this article, you will find the following – Best hostels in Beijing; Best hostels in Shanghai; Best hostels in Xi’an; Best hostels in Chengdu; Best hostels in  Guilin; Best hostels in Kunming; Best hostels in Hangzhou; Best hostels in Guangzhou; Best hostels in Yangshuo; and Best hostels in Lijiang.

Hostel	About this Hostel	Price
	The Great Wall Box House (Beijing) offers outdoor seating in the courtyard and a common dining area. Featuring stone walls and wooden furnishings, heated rooms come with Great Wall views. There are also shared bathrooms and heated toilet facilities in the courtyard.
	Shanghai Blue Mountain Youth Hostel (Luwan) provides basic air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Simply furnished, all private rooms come with a cable TV and an electric kettle. Bathrooms are private and equipped with a shower.
	Xi'an See Tang Guesthouse offers a 24-hour front desk and massage service. The hostel is a 15-minute walk from Xi'an Bell Tower or Muslim Street. It is a 15-minute drive from the Shaanxi History Museum. The rooms have a private or shared bathroom with slippers.
	Flipflop Lounge Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Jiuyanqiao Bar Street and a 10-minute walk from Xin Nan Men bus station. Offering free WiFi in public areas, the hostel features a cozy lounge area with a pool table, foosball, and books and magazines. Guests can also enjoy Sichuan cooking class (extra charges apply), or arrange hiking and cycling trips at the tour desk.
	Located in Guilin (Xiufeng), Guilin Sky Palace Hostel is within a 5-minute drive of Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park and Seven-Star Park. Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities.
	The Hump Hostel 驼峰客栈 offers a garden. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Golden Horse and Jade Rooster. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.
	Ho Fang International Youth Hostel is a traditional Chinese restored building with grey stone walls and black tiles on the rooftop. Fully air-conditioned, rooms come with either shared or private bathrooms. Private rooms have a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle. Bicycle rentals are available at an extra charge.
	Lazy Gaga Hostel Guangzhou is set 2.1 km from Huaisheng Mosque. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers a shared lounge, a tour desk, and ticket service for guests.
	Fun Sam's Bed and Breakfast is only 1.5 km from West Street. Each room has a private bathroom. An electric kettle, a clothes rack and free toiletries are offered. Mountain view can be seen from most of the rooms. Here you will find a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace for relaxing.
	Garden Inn is one of the earliest hostels located in the old town of Lijiang. Offering views of Lijiang Old Town, all rooms come with abundant natural light, wooden floorings, and a cable TV. Guests get to choose between staying in lively shared rooms, or in a quiet private room.

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The Best Hostels in Beijing

The Great Wall Box House

Price: Dorms from $30.21 whilst Privates from $110.77

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: Perfect place to stay when coming out of busy Beijing. A perfect escape of the congested and bustling air of downtown. This establishment is hidden away inside the Gubeikou Village, beautifully decorated by a Buddhist owner with a great taste of art. The rooms are clean, the bathrooms are amazing (heated toilet seats). The owner, Joe, is very kind and helpful. He speaks both Chinese and English and he will help you with every part of your stay – from the trip from Beijing to your hike on the Great Wall! This is a truly amazing little place to stay. Definitely one of the best hostels in Beijing, China.

Chinese Box Courtyard Hostel

Price: Dorms from $16.78 whilst Privates from $31.89

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: The setting is great, it is right in the middle of a very safe Hutong and very close to the metro, and walkable distance to many attractions. It has rooms set around a very cute courtyard and has such a nice feeling about the place. The rooms are simple but very nicely furnished and the hosts are constantly on hand if you needed anything. All rooms have individual lockers and the WiFi connection is very good too. The staff is very friendly, helping with all kinds of questions. The tea ceremonies and the free Friday dumpling night is a great way to connect with other guests. Great atmosphere and location, truly one of the best hostels in Beijing, China.

The Best Hostels in Shanghai

Blue Mountain LuWan Youth Hostel

Price: Dorms from $10.57 whilst Privates from $11.38

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: This is your classic hostel with a mixture of private and dorm rooms, a nice bar, and vibrant young staff and customers. Rooms and showers are clean, with free WiFi, nice, and tidy. The bar area is cool and well-appointed. The location is great since there are a lot of restaurants nearby, the metro is right across the street, there is a shopping mall, and the Tian Zi Fang market about 20 minutes walk away. Classic hosteling, truly one of the best hostels in Shanghai, China.

Rock&Wood International Youth Hostel

Price: Dorms from $10.57 whilst Privates from $13

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FAMOUS FOR: The hostel is very easy to find given the directions from the train station. There are two near (10-15 minute walk) train stations from the hostel so the location is very good. The staff speaks English very well plus they are friendly and helpful. The rooms are cozy, the bed is comfortable and the showers are nice. There’s a bar/cafe downstairs which offers food and is reasonably priced. The coffee is excellent – and pretty cheap. There are computers in reception too and decent inexpensive washing and drying facilities in the hostel. The communal area is nicely done with a pool table and outdoor seating. Highly recommended, definitely one of the best hostels in Shanghai, China.

Le Tour Traveler’s Rest Youth Hostel

Price: Dorms from $14.63 whilst Privates from $21.13

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FAMOUS FOR: Red bricks and wooden floors, a hostel with a superb and quiet terrace, and a lot of nice travelers. Location is super convenient (metro station very close, line 4 to Hongqiao Airport and metro 7), many food shops and boutiques nearby and in the heart of the French Concession. The hostel is located in the middle of the French Quarter, three or four blocks south of the Jing’An Temple which is a fun site in itself. Close to the subways, it serves as a surprisingly affordable hostel located not too far outside the city center. The rooms are quite small but very clean and with a wooden floor. The public area is spacious. Great location, good quality/price, truly one of the best hostels in Shanghai, China.

The Best Hostels in Xi’an

Xi’an See Tang Hostel

Price: Dorms from $5.69 whilst Privates from $14.63

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: Very very nice hostel, almost like a chic hotel. The outside spaces are spot on with great views and comfortable seating areas. Food has a good price due to its generous sizes. The double room is a great size and very comfortable with a desk, kettle, etc. The rooms are modern, pleasant, and clean. Good location, close to the metro and local street food stalls. Malls and sights are all within walking distance. Hostel with a superb common area and restaurant on the top floor offering excellent Western and Chinese food. The hostel is new and modern, perfectly designed. Definitely one of the best hostels in Xi’an, China.

Han Tang Inn Hostel

Price: Dorms from $5.69 whilst Privates from $7.32

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: This hostel is conveniently located with easy access to public transport, both bus, and subway. A hostel with nice (private) room and facilities (Asian style shower), friendly staff with good English and good WiFi. The staff is very nice and helpful, will go out of their way to find any information you need. Great value for money, truly one of the best hostels in Xi’an, China.

The Best Hostels in Chengdu

The Cloud Atlas Hostel

Price: Dorms from $6.50 whilst Privates from $10.57

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: A new property with clean rooms and well-working lockers, it’s a really cool friendly hostel. Good location near the metro and center of the city. The staff is really friendly with good English to give you advice. Amazing design and good comfort. Nice spaces, electric outlets all over the building, the outlet inside of the room works even without the card so you can leave your electric stuff charging while you take a touristic walk around, cool staff, and cheap beer! Definitely, it is one of the best hostels in  Chengdu, China.

Chengdu Flipflop Backpacker Lounge Hostel

Price: Dorms from $7.32 whilst Privates from $9.70

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FAMOUS FOR: Top-notch location. Close to metro station, close to the city center and many food places. Also, it’s a 20 min walk from Jinli. The hostel has a lively vibe in the common area – pool table, bar, tables to sit and eat, pillows and soft eats on the ground to chill and read, books all around and events on Fridays, very fantastic! The staff is generally pleasant, especially the cleaning staff, who are always extremely cheerful and ready for a chat. The room has modern decor, clean linen, a heater, an electric blanket, a decent shower, and comfy beds – really quiet at night. The price is very reasonable, truly one of the best hostels in Chengdu, China.

The Best Hostels in Guilin

Wada Hostel in Guilin

Price: Dorms from $6.50 whilst Privates from $8.13

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: This is definitely a backpacker hostel that is a low cost, with a decent menu, great bar, and friendly staff. The staff is wonderful, always smiling and offering plenty of knowledgeable advice about the area and things to do. The room is more hotel standard than any hostel – spotlessly clean, spacious, and modern with a comfortable bed and safe for your valuables. Laundry is free which is a big plus for backpackers! Large outdoor common area/BBQ area as well as an indoor space split into areas for dining, reading, relaxing somewhere quiet and also large comfortable sofas and a pool table – best common room! The menu at Wada is really impressive too – plenty of healthy food choices, freshly made and great value for such huge portions. Great value, truly one of the best hostels in Guilin, China.

Sky Palace Hostel

Price: Dorms from $4.88 whilst Privates from $10.57

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FAMOUS FOR: The location of the hostel is good, right in the town but not noisy. Sky Palace Hostel is just next to the famous “walking street”. The hostel is centrally located in Guilin with many shops and eateries close by and a bus stop nearby. The rooms are very good – clean, modern and beautiful. The decorations are nice too. It basically looks more like a hotel than a hostel. The staff is also very friendly and approachable. Modern, clean, and beautiful place to stay, definitely one of the best hostels in Guilin, China. 

The Best Hostels in Kunming

The Hump Hostel

Price: Dorms from $4.05 whilst Privates from $5.67

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: The hostel is perfectly located close to everything (bars, restaurants, supermarkets, buses) and offers a really nice terrace with a view of the city. The ambiance is great either for relaxing or preparing your next travels. The hostel has an outdoor patio overlooking Jinmabiji square and has twin gates where you can sip your complimentary coffee and beer. The room and the bathroom/showers are clean and there is a washer to use in the bathroom. There are even a few hot water dispensers made available. The lounge area is pretty chilled with books available to read. The staff is also very helpful and could answer all questions and requests. A great place to stay, definitely one of the best hostels in Kunming, China.

Kunming Cloudland International Youth Hostel

Price: Dorms from $4.86 whilst Privates from $10.37

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FAMOUS FOR: This hostel is a big massive 5-floor hostel. Instantly warm vibes on stepping through the gate into a big atmospheric courtyard, pool, and ping pong. Turn left into a cozy red sofa bed warren of socializing areas, some more convivial, others more conducive to relaxing. Food is okay and beers are very well priced. A great place to recharge – outdoor space, from the rooftop area to all the couches on the walkways on every floor. Massive bonus points for having two outlets for every bed in the dorms plus huge lockers and big bunks. From the hostel, there are plenty of local eating options within 5 mins by the night market. The preferred choice for backpackers, truly one of the best hostels in Kunming, China.

The Best Hostels in Hangzhou

Hangzhou Hofang International Youth Hostel

Price: Dorms from $6.48

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: The hostel is located in a brilliant, central area surrounded by shops and night markets with plenty going on and not too far from the metro. The hostel has a good size room with a comfortable bed and great WiFi. The two adjoining restaurants, one a casual coffee shop style and the other a more trendy Chinese style both offer a 20% discount to guests. Bicycle rental is inexpensive and an excellent way to get around the lake and the town for sightseeing. The place actually feels more like a hotel than a hostel. Staff is also quite helpful and available to provide maps and information about buses and local transportation. The price is also very reasonable. Definitely one of the best hostels in Hangzhou, China.

West Lake Youth House@Rains of Osmanthus

Price: Dorms from $8.10 whilst Privates from $15.24

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: If you want to relax and get away from things, then this is the place for you. It’s in the quiet and countryside area. Hostel with great vibes and very cozy. The room is very nice with a huge comfortable king-size bed, with super comfy pillows and a nice duvet. The bathroom is very new and clean with a huge shower head and unlimited hot water which is amazing. Hostel shines with the common areas – cozy common room with bar, big screen, couches, bean bags, tabled seating, guitars, and more little-themed garden areas. The staff is very smiley, willing to help and friendly. A great place to stay, truly one of the best hostels in Hangzhou, China.

The Best Hostels in Guangzhou

Lazy Gaga Hostel

Price: Dorms from $9.95 whilst Privates from $28.93

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: Lazy Gaga is a decent hostel in a good location. The hostel itself is pretty massive and has a great common area for meeting people. The beds are very comfortable as they have different firmness of beds depending on whether you like your bed soft or hard. The common area is fully equipped with a pool table, Foosball table, Nintendo Wii, popping music, and a huge flat-screen TV. The staff is very helpful – this place is exactly what you’d look for in a hostel. Not a bad choice if you are staying for a bit longer and need reliable and fast internet. Several express courier services in the block (domestic) and lots of food/breakfast places, easily accessible within walking distance. Nice, clean, and fun, truly one of the best hostels in Guangzhou, China.

Sunshine Home

Price: Dorms from $9.24 whilst Privates from $12.16

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: This is a very cute and affordable hostel with basically everything to make your trip a good one. The hostel environment is clean and it’s just a few minutes walk to the metro station with some eating places nearby. The hostel is very clean, has a nice atmosphere and super fast WiFi. Also, the staff is very nice and helpful in answering any questions you might have about the city. The service of the owner is excellent and they are friendly as well. They are also very good in terms of communicating, can speak excellently English. Highly recommended, definitely one of the best hostels in Guangzhou, China.

The Best Hostels in Yangshuo

Fun Sam’s Bed and Breakfast

Price: Dorms from $8.10 whilst Privates from $16.21

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: Fun Sam’s is a bit of a rarity for China as it is a true family-run bed and breakfast. Rooms are great, clean, and with very comfortable beds. Rooms provide a great view of the karst scenery. Sam is awesome at helping you navigate the city, booking tickets to rafting tours, showing great countryside bike routes, etc. It is the best place to stay in Yangshuo if you’re looking for a cozy stay, finding friends, and having a great host. It’s seriously a hidden gem in this backpacker town chock full of accommodations. An authentic experience, without ever having to leave your comfort zone, definitely one of the best hostels in Yangshuo, China.

Yangshuo Culture House

Price: Dorms from $17.83 whilst Privates from $17.83

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: A superb budget place in Yangshuo town, close to the North bus stand (buses go to Guilin from here). You actually stay in Mr. Wei’s house. The price of your stay includes all meals – make sure you’re there for dinner as the food is amazing. Nice place, outstanding owners – speak good English, very helpful with other travel arrangements. The place is super clean. Rooms are clean, comfortable, and also cheap.  The dorm is really big, the beds are huge and clean, as the whole hostel is. Great place and management, truly one of the best hostels in Yangshuo, China.

The Best Hostels in Lijiang

Garden Inn

Price: Dorms from $6.48

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: Hostel with a great location, on the highway, so easily accessible from the airport and train station. Rooms are excellent, with clean bathrooms, WiFi works all the time and the food is awesome. The roof terrace is also a great place to enjoy a cheap beer after days of sightseeing/bike riding. The staff is English speaking and very very kind and helpful. If you are going to Tiger Leaping Gorge, the owner can easily help you arrange your trip and provide good advice! Amazing views from the two best rooms, friendly service from George and Nicolas, and great value. Definitely one of the best hostels in Lijiang, China.

October Inn Hostel

Price: Dorms from $4.86 whilst Privates from $9.73

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Why is it one of the best hostels in China?

FAMOUS FOR: The house owner, Tom, is very warmhearted and helpful to show hospitality to travelers. He is also happy to provide all available travel information upon arrival and the best local cuisine in town. The hostel has a real communal feel, everyone usually eats dinner together, deliciously cooked by Tom. The rooms are clean, the beds are really comfortable, and have heated blankets which is a plus in winter given how cold it gets in Lijiang. The hostel is located close to Old Town which is also cool. Showers and toilets are perfectly clean. Home away from home, truly one of the best hostels in Lijiang, China.

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