Hostels in Gansu, China

This hostel was the warmest place I stayed on this trip, especially since I arrived late at night. I was exhausted from traveling and pretty much 'crashed out' when I got off the car. To my surprise, the hostel staff were already waiting at the entrance to help me with my luggage – one person grabbed my bag, and another pulled my suitcase. It was incredibly thoughtful and heartwarming. In the early morning, you can catch a glimpse of the camels 'commuting' to Mingsha Mountain, which is quite interesting. In the evening, the bookstore lounge was lively with people reading, chatting, and even some who didn't know each other but were watching a movie together in the hall. In that cozy, dim atmosphere, it felt perfectly fine not to talk. This is exactly the kind of hostel vibe I've always dreamed of.

This hotel offered the best value for money on my entire trip. The owner was incredibly friendly and helpful, and the room was spotlessly clean. She even recommended some fantastic local dishes like 'Chao Bola' and 'Saozi Mian' in Zhangye. The nearby Ming and Qing Street was bustling, and we also visited attractions like Mati Temple and Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park. We had a great time and a very comfortable stay – highly satisfied!

I arrived at 12.00 a.m. and still greeted by the owner with a warm welcome. Caution though that this hostel is not located in the city centre but next to Jiayuguan Pass which is a major tourist attraction and situated some 8 kms from the city centre. A pretty unconventional location for a hostel to be located. Anything else besides it's location is fine, especially with it's spacious toilet and friendly owner.

Located in a separate small building, right above the parking lot, so parking is super convenient. There are also plenty of food options nearby. As soon as you step into the hostel, you can see traces of countless travelers who have stayed here before. You can really feel the vibrancy and the longing for freedom from everyone – it's wonderful.

I think it was great! The beds were clean and cozy. I came here based on recommendations from other platforms, and they weren't exaggerating. The owner is really nice and thoughtful. My only minor complaints are that the shower area is a bit dark, which made me a little scared showering alone late at night, and the shelf for putting things is a bit high, not very convenient for shorter people. Also, the air conditioning was really hot; even on a low setting, it was still warm. I didn't dare turn it off completely because I wasn't sure if my roommate was hot, but I was sweating all night and couldn't even use the blanket. Other than that, everything was good. The small courtyard is also very inviting, and you can tell it's well-maintained. If I come back to Zhangye in the future, I'll definitely stay here again, haha.

Stayed for one night and felt pretty good! I want to say that my thoughts are probably the same as the cabins that you usually stay in when you stay in a youth hostel. This time I felt that there were side curtains when I slept, but the two beds were spread out and I felt that there was no privacy. I was a little uncomfortable. I hope the boss will ask the guests for their opinions and add a track and a curtain above the connection between the two beds. Everything else is quite satisfactory!

This trip to Lanzhou brought me a great sense of security because of this folk custom! Absolute surprise, great value for money! The first thing I felt when I entered the room was that it was clean and tidy, and the lady boss was super welcoming ❤️For me, a foreigner, I’m really lucky👍 I’m traveling as a girl, and the sisters I live with are also super nice, so we went together I watched the concert, ate local specialties together, and even made an appointment to check in to Lanzhou together. The landlady also thoughtfully recommended me check-in places and routes. How lucky I am to meet all kinds of people. The accommodation environment is clean and sanitary. The sisters who live with me are all very qualified. They are not noisy or noisy and will not affect your rest. The service provided by the landlady is also good. Believe me, I really recommend this folk custom!

A room of about ten square meters. Closing the door isolates you from the city's hustle and bustle. A clean and tidy bed. Bright and spotless windows. Warm, thick slippers and paper cups. Not from a street vendor or some cheap online store. A convenient, pristine white power strip charger gives you a sense of security. Outside the window, the Yellow River flows calmly and clearly, a sight only seen this season. Looking up, you see the landmark White Pagoda Mountain, its desolate, bare branches stretching towards the sky, a harbinger of approaching spring.

I stayed in a 4-person room. The room was minimalist and medium-small, with lockers – basic but comfortable. The common area is stylish and inviting, with plenty of seating, cozy corners, plants, kettles, and power outlets, though it’s on a high floor with a glass ceiling – warm when hot, cozy when cold, and the few fans aren’t always enough. The staff at the desk were friendly, laundry facilities available, though no snacks or cold drinks. The area is urban, among regular buildings, so not particularly attractive from the outside, but within walking distance to the museum and the metro station, with a large supermarket and several food options nearby. Overall, a decent place to stay in Lanzhou.

The room was very clean, and the beds were individual capsule-style beds with various types of charging ports and plugs, as well as a huge mirror. The bathroom was also very clean, tidy, and odor-free, with a hairdryer, drinking water, and slippers provided. A great experience; young travelers should definitely give it a try.