Silk Road Youth Hostel

I love staying in this hostel because it is near the Yellow Crane Tower and Simenkou. Pengliuyang subway station is only a nine-minute walk and just below the hostel are shops selling affordable items. My favorite are the clothing shops. There is a Watsons nearby and some stands selling refreshments. I stayed in an eight-bed dorm room and it was clean and organized. When you get to your space, bed sheet, pillow case, and comforter are ready. You have to make your bed. My other roommate thought it was convenient but I actually liked the fact that I know that the sheets I am sleeping in are clean/freshly washed. The shared toilets are kept clean. I think there are four to five cubicles. Japanese-style toilets are available! The washroom, however, could use a little upgrade. Maybe place an area where guests can comfortably hang clothes or bring other important things without worrying that our things might get wet. There are slippers by the second floor front desk area that you can use for free. I didn't have a towel so I asked if I can rent one. The lad at the front desk gave me a disposal towel free of charge. At the common area, they play movies with ample space for hanging out. You can bring your laptops because tables are provided. Only one staff spoke a little English when I was there so it's always a good idea to brush up on your Mandarin Chinese. If you don't speak Chinese, be sure to download translation apps. You'll need them. Will I stay here again? Absolutely yes! Very affordable rate in a location that is so convenient for sightseeing and shopping.

Front desk crew was chill and friendly, but guests were a huge problem. I didn't feel safe at all. The laundry area is right next to the dumpster downstairs. It smells. Windows cannot be opened because of that. The laundry area is also shared between male and female, but it's also the smoking area. Overhead the girls chatting that some guy smoking was staring as she hung out her bra and panties... Someone threw a giant apricot seed in the shower and choked everything ***? Everything in the room has a weird smell as well. People don't close the door. They freaking leave it open, and the password changes randomly??? Plus the cabinet locks beep SO LOUDLY. There's also no toilet paper anywhere. If it's too cheap and the hostel can't even afford comfortable stay, please just increase the price. People come and go... make it so uncomfortable...

good location and friendly staff. close to yellow crane tower

Nice people but disappointed with the bathroom which doesn’t have locks(All are broken). Secondly I suggest you to put an english signboard or printout in front of the hostel, it’s very confusing to find the place. I was finding it for more than 30mins.

Nice hostel with a great location. The yellow crane tower, for instance, can be easily reached by simply walking. The staff was helpful and available at any time. In terms of hygiene, the baths and showers get cleaned multiple times a day, so that was perfect. All in all, a good stay. Recommended!

Friendly, helpful staff. Decent room with keypad locker. Nice warm shower.