Yining City Hostels

"Good hostel, very social for chinese youth. They have nice common areas with pool, ping pong and lot of tables and seats. Beds are huge and comfy, very nice! People do stay up late so maybe don't expect a very quiet environment if you are a light sleeper. But location is close to railways station and walkable to many small stores and also a bigger supermaket. The area is beautiful, very nice for sunset and the terrace is huge and you can wash your clothes and just chill there on the top. The washing machine I think it is reserved only for the hostel, but it's ok. The staff was nice, especially the young boy who spoke good english and he was super helpful, patient. The inly thing I did not appreciate was the fact that you had to put on your bedsheets, I mean this is quite common in china, but for the price I think I should not be requiered to do this. Wifi was strong on all the floors exept the terrace and toiletries were provided. Showers were plenty, clean and nice with hit water. All in all it was a very positive experience."

"It's 2 AM, and I can't sleep after writing this review in the courtyard, so I just got up and sat here. The night in Liuxing Street is so quiet, with only occasional dog barks and distant lights. The moon hangs above the apple tree. I've stayed at this hostel for three days and will be leaving tomorrow. There are some things I want to write down before I forget. First, let's talk about hygiene. I have a peculiar habit: the first thing I do when entering a room is to feel the tabletop and windowsill. And truly, it was spotless. The floor is wood-grain tile, and walking barefoot on it felt perfectly clean. The bedding was freshly changed and smelled warm, like it had been sun-dried. There wasn't a single hair on the public restroom floor, and the trash cans weren't emptied only when overflowing. What touched me most was that the cups in the wash area were placed upside down in a sterilizer cabinet, for guests to use. Yes, a sterilizer cabinet. Location: It's in an alley in Liuxing Street, but very easy to find. Turn right out of the door, and a small alley leads directly to the main street. To the left is an old residential area, perfect for aimless wandering. It's about seven or eight minutes' walk to the Alexander Accordion Museum and also to the famous ice cream shop. If you, like me, enjoy walking and exploring small alleys, this place is a paradise. There are three bus stops nearby, making it convenient to go to Kaxgar and Hanren Street. Service: The front desk staff was a girl with a ponytail, and her voice was soft. It was drizzling when I arrived on the first day, and she handed me a dry towel to wipe my hair. When I came back late at night, I found a message on the small blackboard at the entrance: 'There's yogurt in the fridge, help yourself.' I thought it was for a fee, but when I asked the next day, she smiled and said, 'It's free, we worry you might get overheated in this weather.' When I left, I forgot my power bank, and she chased me down two alleys. Facilities: The beds are incredibly stable; the bunk beds don't wobble. Each bunk has a curtain, a light, two power outlets, and a small shelf, perfect for a phone and glasses. The common area has a water dispenser (with both hot and cold water), a microwave, a refrigerator, and a toaster. There's also a washing machine that can be used by scanning a QR code. The most pleasant surprise was a small bookshelf with not many books, but a few picture books about Ali, which made me want to visit Mount Kailash as I flipped through them. Atmosphere: Unlike some hostels that deliberately force social interaction, the atmosphere here is very natural. In the evening, someone played the Dombra in the courtyard, while others just listened quietly. There was an older gentleman who had just returned from a pilgrimage, his feet still swollen, sitting on the steps drinking sweet tea, and no one disturbed him. Occasionally, people would strike up a conversation, also in soft voices. I'm sitting in the courtyard now, and the evening breeze is a little cool. The moon is bright, and I can see the shadows of the clouds. I'll probably feel a bit reluctant to leave tomorrow. But it's okay; I know I'll be back. The night of Liuxing Street, the dream of Mount Kailash, and the gentleness of this little courtyard all remind me why I'm always on the road."

"This is a chain youth hostel in Xinjiang, and its location is great, right in a popular area, making it convenient to get anywhere. The room has its own private bathroom and a thick mattress, which I found a bit on the soft side, but still okay. There's no small table, which I suggest they improve, as it would be really convenient. The spotlights could be replaced with strip lighting for a more comfortable feel. There's a kitchen, laundry facilities, and plenty of common areas with ample space. Overall, it's pretty good, and I'd like to encourage them."

"The best hostel in the city, i did 2 hostel in this city and this one is by far the best. The room is so nice with Xinjiang carpet i love it so much. The yard is big with everything as washing machine or kitchen, and a place for rest with a cute cat and a mulberry tree with free natural mulberry. The location is so nice close to the best place in Yining. All the girls at the reception are so nice and welcoming with a very good english. When i will comeback in the city i will book again this place without hesitation. I hope to see foreigners there in the future."

"My trip to Yining was a last-minute decision, so the accommodation booking was quite rushed. Initially, the photos looked good. Let's get straight to the pros and cons! Pros: The price was reasonable, and the location on Liuxing Street is excellent. Although there's no elevator, the front desk staff were very helpful with luggage, and since it's not many floors up, climbing wasn't strenuous. There's a large terrace upstairs, which was very convenient for drying clothes. The water heater provided quick, strong water flow. Despite facing the street, it was surprisingly quiet. Cons: The first room we were given had dirty bedsheets, and the drawers contained dust and hair. The owner attributed it to oil from a previous guest's takeout and promptly moved us to another room. It's baffling why a room, if not properly cleaned, would be offered to a new guest, regardless of the mess's origin. The bed in the new room was clean, and while there was still some dust in corners, it wasn't too bothersome. However, at night, I noticed the toilet paper dispenser was full of white powdery dust, which was quite off-putting. The guesthouse itself is quite new, and the location is excellent. However, the owner seriously needs to get on top of the cleaning!"

"”Items provided at check-in” Slippers, mini towel, toothbrush, earplugs, eye mask, wet wipes, card key, pillowcase, futon cover, and duvet cover ”Bed linens” You must set up your own futon, futon, and pillowcases. Upon check-out, remove them and place them in a box in the hallway before leaving. ”Cats” Half of my reason for staying here was to see the cats, but unfortunately they were in a glass case, so I couldn't pet them. ”Toilet/Shower” There is one in the room, but there is also one in the common area. ”Washing machine” There is a drum-type washing machine. The washing machine is free, but detergent costs 1 yuan. ”Shop” Drinks, instant ramen, beer, etc. are sold. A simple breakfast is available from 10:00 to 12:00 (15.8 yuan). Several types of cup drinks with ice are available. ”Contact” I was able to exchange contact information via WeChat, so I was able to ask questions immediately. Responses were quick, and unresolved issues were also addressed quickly. 『Stairs』 The stairs are made of steel, not concrete, so they echo when someone walks around at night. 『Bazaar』 Every Friday, a bazaar is held a 10-minute walk away. I wasn't expecting much at first, but there were more stalls than I expected and the prices were good, so I recommend it. I bought several types of skewers, watermelon juice, nut bread, and lamb pie! 『Staff』 The staff were very helpful. They worked hard and proactively. They were considerate. 『Cleaning』 The area was wiped down thoroughly. They were patrolled regularly. 『Restaurants』 There are very few restaurants nearby, so if you want to eat at a restaurant, you have to go a long way. Electric bicycles or taxis are essential."

"It was my second time staying here, the place is beautiful and I met so many nice girls who I ended up hanging out with while I was in Yining. The Kazanqi area around the hostel is lovely, walking distance from great restaurants and shops. I was able to put things I the fridge and freezer and use the kitchen at the hostel. The courtyard and balcony are such nice places to sit and do work or eat there was also a puppy which was so cute!! The rooms were clean and comfortable, with cute decor and the toilet/shower room in the room is modern and clean. I definitely recommend!"

"Really nice hostel and the owner will do his best to help you. They proposed great tours that I recommend. You have shops and restaurants around and close to the railway station, which is nice because it is the picking up point of the tours."

"1. The location is across the road from Liuxing Street, in Jiefang Road Alley, within 10-15 minutes of walking navigation 2. A few alleys, there are several delicious snacks, quiet in the middle of noisy, you can also go to Kazanqi to stroll. Thanks to the front desk girl for her warm and detailed answer. 3. Free toilet paper, shower gel shampoo, 24 hours hot water. Disposable toothbrushes need to be purchased. Cleaning cleans every day. 4. Boys' dormitory on the first floor, girls' dormitory on the second floor, laundry on the third floor, clothes drying platform. The yard is very large, everyone chats on the lounge chair during the day and night, eats and drinks, and the layout is reasonable and convenient."