Hostels in Yunnan, China

This was my first time staying at a hostel from this chain, the one near Kunming's Zhuanxin Farmers Market, and I remember it had a beautiful bougainvillea bush! I chose Qincheng Hostel again, this time picking this specific branch because it's super close to Cuihu Lake, Wenlin Street, and Yunnan University. Their restaurant offers a great variety of food and drinks, and I particularly love their curry beef rice. There are activities every day, and especially on Saturday nights, they have a concert. The singer's voice is unique and beautiful, and listening to music in their cozy bar is just the most comfortable experience. 'Hei Mu Ya' (Blackwood Cliff) is their elevated platform, nestled among huge eucalyptus trees. It's really peaceful on rainy days and nice and cool when it's hot.

The hygiene was perfectly fine. Perhaps the hostel has gotten too big, or maybe everyone just had their own plans. It could also be that I just happened to be matched with introverted people, but I didn't really find anyone to connect with here. It felt like the vibe was more for NPCs (non-player characters). However, everyone was very well-mannered. There were also many foreigners. **Facilities:** Very complete and new. There's a washing machine and dryer. Washing clothes costs 10 RMB, and drying for half an hour is also 10 RMB. **Hygiene:** Excellent, absolutely no worries here. **Environment:** Good. **Service:** Good.

The location is excellent, very close to Kunming Station, the pedestrian street, and Cuihu Park. The room is also spacious enough. The only downside is the excessive smoking in public areas; it's pervasive. For someone trying to work in a quiet spot, I had to move three times. There's a corner in the restaurant that I suspect is directly opposite the second-floor restroom. Every time someone flushes upstairs, it's incredibly loud, like dirty water is being splashed directly on you. Also, the Wi-Fi is too slow.

This is my second stay at Backpacker's, and Lijiang Backpacker's is still lively, but the facilities are a bit old and not well-maintained. The cleanliness of room A24 was a bit subpar. However, what really stood out was the excellent service at the front desk. Big Wang (Dawang) deserves a high rating; he was great at engaging with guests, playing Werewolf with us, chatting, and recommending nearby food. It was a very good experience overall.

Staying at Danshe Homestay was a truly memorable experience. The property carries a peaceful energy that allows for genuine rest. Kim is an exceptional host whose natural hospitality makes you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. A special mention goes to the wonderful lady in the kitchen her home-cooked meals are prepared with such heart and are incredibly delicious comforting. Beyond the comfort, Danshe is a hub for meaningful connection. It was a joy to meet fellow travelers and learn about the local culture through the owner’s passion for Thangka painting. If you are looking for a stay that offers both artistic inspiration and human warmth in Shangri-La, this is the place to be.”

On the day of arrival, the hostel provided a pick-up service. The front desk staff was very enthusiastic and even helped with our luggage. The room was clean and tidy, and the hostel had a great atmosphere with live music. They also offered meals. **Facilities:** Wi-Fi, toiletries, and a laundry room were all available. **Cleanliness:** Clean and tidy. If staying over three nights, you can ask the front desk to change the linens. **Environment:** Located at the foot of Cangshan Mountain, the scenery is beautiful and the climate is pleasant. **Service:** On the day of check-in, the hostel contacted us regarding the pick-up service, which was very thoughtful. **Dali Ancient City West Gate Shuttle:** The front desk would ask every hour if anyone needed a shuttle, which was very considerate.

Excellent! The owner is really warm and knowledgeable. The place is very clean, and the common areas are spacious. Plus, there's a fantastic rooftop where you can read and enjoy the breeze. The location is super convenient too, right next to Kunming Railway Station – just a 3-minute walk. The subway station is 5 minutes away, and a bus stop is only 2 minutes. There's even a direct bus to Changshui Airport nearby. All in all, everything was great. I'll definitely choose this hostel again, whether for a longer stay or just a layover. As someone who's been backpacking around the world for 13 years, I highly recommend it!

This was my first time staying at a Shangri-La hostel, and while many friends recommended it, it was also my first time in a private room without a private bathroom. The price was great, but having to walk down the hall to the restroom in the middle of the night was a bit of a nightmare. I didn't shower for the three days I was there. The front desk staff, both the young women and young men, were excellent and almost always granted my requests. Breakfast was really affordable. Even after midnight, the hallway was still very noisy, and there was a lot of crazy dog barking. When the room next door closed their door, I could feel a huge vibration in my bed! But staying in a hostel is all about the atmosphere, right? You can meet fellow travelers in the lobby and go on adventures together. Almost all of our companions were from the 'Lijiang Backpacking Ten Years' group, so let's go climb some mountains together! Facilities: No private bathroom Service: Excellent

The bathroom was very clean and regularly serviced. The people were nice. Environment: There's a cafe, but the coffee looked cheap so I skipped it. The cafe is great for working and even has a projector for movies, which is a nice touch. Service: Spot on!

Had a great stay here. The hostel is located in a high rise building with a cosy common area where it’s easy to relax, watch movies, and mingle with other travellers. The toilet was clean and even comes with an automated seat cover, which was a nice touch. There was an unexpected water supply maintenance during my stay, but the owner handled it very well, he kept updating us and even brought some of us to his friend house in another building to shower. Really appreciated the effort. As a backpacker, I also found the owner very helpful—he guided me on taking a shared electric bike to the metro and then the train to the airport, which saved cost compared to taking a taxi. He even invited us out for drinks with other international travellers, making the whole experience more memorable. I personally prefer smaller hostels like this as it’s easier to mingle and feel comfortable.