Hostels in Guangdong, China

"I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. It's quite new and modern, it feels like it was recently opened, and everything is fresh, clean, and well thought out. It's part of the Desti Hostel chain across China, and the quality definitely shows. The hostel is cozy and has a lot of convenient features. There are shoe lockers where you can change your shoes, and everything works automatically with card access. There are washing machines and dryers that you can pay for via WeChat or Alipay, which is very handy. The staff are friendly, if you need hangers, just ask and they'll happily provide them. The beds are very comfortable, and I had a room with windows facing the street. The neighborhood is quiet and cozy, which made it a pleasant place to rest after a long day of exploring. A few small things could make this place even better. The rooms could use some hooks for hanging things, and for girls, at least one mirror would be really appreciated, it's just nice to have a place to look at yourself properly. A small table or at least a chair or two would also be helpful for putting your things down. The room has plenty of space for it, so it's a bit puzzling why it's not there. It would also be great to have a proper space for exercising: there isn't really anywhere to work out, since the common area and cafe aren't suitable for that, and the rooms don't always have enough space either. Also, there isn't really a kitchen, so there's no way to store your own food in a fridge or cook for yourself. And there isn't really a proper place to dry clothes other than in your room. These are minor things, though, and didn't really affect my overall experience. Overall, I recommend this hostel, it's a comfortable, well-equipped, and pleasant place to stay in Guangzhou. 🙏"

"On arrival to Shenzhen I was contacted by the owner of the hotel who explained to me that I would be in a different room from the one that I booked. This wasn’t just a different room in the hostel, it was a different location from the original hostel I booked. This wasn’t a massive problem, it was close enough to the same location, and on top of that I was put into a three-bed rather than a six-bed dorm. The new location was good enough, the man who ran the place was friendly although he spoke no English which is par for the course in mainland China to be honest. There was a subway station very near and good food options below the building. The shower was warm and bathroom tidy enough so I can’t fault it all that much. Oh and there’s a really nice coffee shop called meet coffee below which I recommend."

"I usually never bother to write reviews for accommodations, but after having a simple lunch for over 100 RMB in Huaqiangbei today, I suddenly felt compelled to review the Qiyou Hostel where I'm staying. For just 88 RMB a night, it's not only clean, comfortable, and has warm, attentive service, but it's truly a condensed five-star hotel experience. The lobby is spacious and bright, and they offer free freshly ground coffee – yes, free! Many five-star hotels I've stayed in don't even offer complimentary freshly ground coffee! They also have free tea, direct-drink hot and cold water, and separate male and female rest areas. The guests all seem very respectful; the lounge area is really quiet. The sleeping pods are incredibly comfortable too; the bed is spacious enough, there's air conditioning, a locker for personal items, and hooks to hang things. Everyone in the sleeping area also has a locker that can fit a large suitcase. The lovely front desk staff told me that if I have a lot of luggage, I can store it in their baggage room. They have a wide selection of books available for free loan. In the evenings, you'll see groups of guests sitting in the lobby, chatting softly – many foreigners, men and women, old and young, all looking very relaxed. Besides not providing disposable toiletries, they offer everything else a star-rated hotel would. Oh, and you can buy toiletries and other common necessities from the vending machine in the lobby, and the prices are very reasonable. You can tell the owner genuinely cares. Highly recommend!"

"Facilities: Fully equipped with a kitchen. Cleanliness: The cleaning lady came to tidy up every afternoon. Environment: Quite good, has everything you need, and my roommates were nice too. Service: Very good, the owner was always prompt with communication."

"The environment is beautiful, with an endless expanse of blue ocean right outside the window. The air is so fresh, and it really lifts your spirits! The room was clean, tidy, and cozy. Dining was convenient. After dinner, I hit the hotel gym, worked up a good sweat, and then came back to the room for a refreshing shower before falling into a deep, beautiful sleep!"

"We recently stayed here for two months for a business trip with about 10 people. It took my boss 2-3 days to find this hostel, and we were all really happy with it. It's quiet yet conveniently located. The common area is super comfortable, and the shower water pressure is great and relaxing. The owner even provided good quality shower gel, shampoo, and toilet paper. The washing machine and dryer were reasonably priced to use. Honestly, it felt just like staying in a mid-range hotel, and the cleanliness of the bedding even surpassed some! The owner was always accommodating and helpful. A big thank you to the owner for taking care of us for a whole month. I specifically wanted to leave this good review to commend them."

"The service was very nice, and the girl at the front desk was very kind. However, I almost checked out because the girl in my room worked at night, and I couldn't sleep. She set the air conditioner to 30°C. I told her the room was very warm, and she finally lowered it to 27.5°C. 😂 I was roasting! Also, the bed squeaked every time we moved. The receptionist offered me another room, but I preferred to move to a different hostel"

"Finding an all-female hostel at this price point in the prime location of Luohu is truly a pleasant surprise! The place has secured access and is well-managed, with dedicated cleaning staff tidying up daily. There are plenty of restrooms and showers, so no more rushing in the morning to grab a spot. The downstairs area boasts a rich commercial district, and it's directly accessible by subway. For students or ladies transitioning to Shenzhen, this place is a no-brainer – the value for money is absolutely incredible."

"Facilities: The beds and mattresses were good, and I slept comfortably. Cleanliness: The cleanliness of the common areas needs significant improvement. Environment: The overall environment was quite cluttered and lacked proper organization and tidiness. Service: It's a self-service check-in (online registration) system. The hotel seems to cater more to long-term guests, with fewer transient visitors. If you're looking for a short-term stay, you might want to choose somewhere a bit cleaner and tidier, as the rooms generally lack good ventilation and can have a slight odor. I hope they can make some improvements! The photos below are actual shots and are for reference only!"

"A comfortable and cozy guesthouse with stunning views from the rooftop, complete with hammocks and an English-speaking host (which was super helpful for a foreigner like me). The facilities were very clean. It's relatively close to the train station and surrounded by many bus stops, making it easy to get to different parts of the city. An excellent choice for traveling in Shantou!"