This is on of my favourite hostels I ever went to.! I’m a solo female traveller and met great travellers here. I booked a private room and it was spotless and beautiful! The hostel has free coffee service from 10am to 6pm and free g&t or wine from 8pm to 10pm. The staff is friendly and very helpful. One of them remembers your name and your preferred coffee choice which is impressive I think. The location is near the Muslim quarter where you can walk around and get some lovely food.

Stayed in June 2024

Just something to note, and not really a ding -- this is not really a social hostel experience. There are not a ton of young people, many more families and couples. I think this is because the hotel is so nice. We wanted to stay in hostels for the social environment but I'd stay here for the design and the luxury, not in order to meet other travelers. Because the hostel is an alley that is more narrow, taxis will ask to drop you off on the bigger street. Maybe you'll have more luck than us in trying to get closer to the hostel!

The whole place is absolutely gorgeous. Really comfortable and luxurious. The rooms are beautifully designed and really lovely from top to bottom. If you're a fan of minimalist design, you'll really enjoy this place. The lobby is smaller but sublime -- but the best parts are the outdoor spaces, which are marvelously designed: the courtyard with the giant bird cage, and the best of all, the outdoor rooftop. Plenty of shade to make it OK to use during hot Xi'an summer days. In general, this hotel really has the feeling of a luxury hotel. It is really just beautiful but small enough so that you still get that white-glove experience from staff. The staff are also really accommodating and will try hard to make sure requests are executed. They gave us a ton of fantastic recommendations and helped my traveling companion and I acclimate to the pace and speed of China. The location is also really good -- in the northwest quadrant of the Xi'an Old City, right across the street from a very famous large pedestrian street, and just two or so blocks from the Clock Tower, and a 15/20 minute walk or Didi from the Muslim quarter to the west or the South Gate to the West. There is a convenient bus just five minutes away that goes directly to the Terracotta Warriors for just 30RMB one way per person and leaves every half an hour. Get there early to sit on the top deck. If you are daring, get tuktuks, which in many of the smaller side streets, end up being much more convenient than taxis! In my opinion -- the breakfast was excellent. It wasn't an insane hot bar, but there was a good mix of Chinese buns and hot dishes and Western style classics like cereal, fruit, toast, and eggs and meat. I personally enjoyed this breakfast a lot, haha!

Stayed in June 2024

Wish we'd found the rooftop terrace and tea rooms earlier.

Sadly, we had only booked to stay with the Hantang Inn for two nights, but Xi-An and the hotel have been the favourite part of our trip so far. With a great, central location it was an easy stroll to the Muslim Quarter, and a simple, single Metro stop to the South Gate. The tour of the Terracotta Army that the hotel both recommended and organized was ideal. All the staff were friendly and we loved the evening happy hour where guests were encouraged to join for a courtesy G&T or glass of wine. The simple, modern design provided a calming, chilled oasis and seemed to manage the summer heat effectively. We were only sorry we didn't discover the roof terrace and tea rooms until the last morning.

Stayed in June 2024

The Hostel is on a busy residential street with several small eating spots and shops—we felt safe at all hours.

A wonderful attentive staff, a solid breakfast, happy hour every night 8-10, cold drinks and beer available all the time, cold bottled water (free) available in coolers throughout the hostel, very comfortable beds. Within walking distance of shops, important places to visit (like the Muslim quarter), and restaurants. Highly recommended.

Stayed in May 2024

I don't like tobshare the same room with others. BTW, this hostel provides a very good space for this kind of backpacker travelers.

Cleam, beautifully with very good coffee and drinks. All the employees speak English and can support you. Location also Excellent. I was there alone and justnine night, but see families very well hosted by them.

Stayed in June 2024

Everything more than perfect.

One of the best accommodations I have ever been. The staff is amazing and helpful, the facility is tasteful in every detail. You have all the amenities you could wish for. Great position in the center, close to the metro. Breakfast in the morning, coffee in the afternoon, a drink in the evening are offered. The shared room has very comfortable beds and a very nice bathroom. Impeccable cleanliness. Impossible to find better, can't wait to come back.

Stayed in June 2024

All fine

We loved the design of the hostel, was super cleaned and the breakfast was fine. Was posible to take water, fruit and some snacks for free, what was super convenient! Close to the city center and the staff spoke a little english.

Stayed in June 2024

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Everything was great!

Stayed in June 2024

Everything about this hostel was perfect. The atmosphere was so relaxing to come back to rest. Amazing friendly and helpful staff. Great facilities and delicious breakfast, etc

Stayed in June 2024

The room was very nice and comfortable. Awesome breakfast and very helpfull staff.

Stayed in June 2024

Everything, the best hostel I have ever been. Great facilities

Stayed in June 2024

Loose shower head but that’s a very minor point.

Beautiful interior and very clean. The room was a very good size too

Stayed in June 2024

The lack of wardrobe. There is space only for 4 hangers and clothes wall hooks.

It’s an escape from the bustling outside world. Once one steps into the hotel and behind the closed doors, it is as if one is transported to another world of serenity and tranquility. It’s simply unbelievable. It has the most modern devices from the most high end speakers at the common lounge playing soothing jazz music to the projectors in the room and the toilets. Every little design is a result of a thoughtful design process. The rooms are not big yet they are very well designed for great functionality down to the wall power points and usb charging. Breakfast is simple yet very delicious and healthy!!! Love it!!! The special treats of afternoon snacks, coffees and teas are certainly pleasing, so are the evening cocktails. The whole environment in the common areas is unbelievably cosy, relaxed and considerate. For 2 evenings, we ordered in bbq and stir fried dishes from the neighbouring shops to dine at the courtyard. What evenings were those!

Stayed in May 2024

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Everything

Stayed in May 2024

Everything was perfect. So authentic and cozy. Stuff were super friendly and helpful

Stayed in May 2024

This is the best hostel I've ever been! Is more like a boutique hotel. All staff most helpful, I got to say Rachel was the most amazing, she is great!

Stayed in May 2024

Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent central location. Room was a bit on the small side but very well laid out to optimize use of space.

Stayed in May 2024

Everything is perfect

Stayed in May 2024

Very lovely hostel, amazing experience!!

Stayed in May 2024

It's more than a Hostel, you can easily feel at home. The staff members are really helpful and smily. The service is qualitative and the room is cosy. I spent also some time in the roof garden which is really great (a real moment of quietness)

Stayed in April 2024

Everything exceeded my expectations. It was the highlight of our trip to China.

A truly exceptional boutique inn, right in the heart of Xian. It’s on a quiet alley that comes alive at night with a delightful little BBQ restaurant that delivers food you can enjoy in the breakfast area. There’s a Japanese vibe, complete with a formal tea house on the fourth floor where you sit on the floor and listen to jazz music as you sip white tea at no extra cost! There’s a simple free breakfast, but they also offer free cappuccinos throughout the day. At night they offer a free glass of wine or gin and tonic, also in their breakfast area, where guests can sit together and chat about their travels. The name of the hotel suggests this is a youth hostel but it isn’t like any other youth hostel I’ve ever stayed at. They do have a few hostel rooms, but most of the rooms are private single or doubles. The beds are very comfortable, there’s air conditioning and video projectors in every room, and even Toto toilets with a remote control with a bidet function! The staff are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Everything about this place is first class, even though it has an off-the-beaten-path quality. I visited in May 2024 with my wife and son. It is one of the highlights of our visit to China. I should add that the place was recently renovated and everything feels brand new. The pictures in some of the other reviews are out of date.

Stayed in May 2024

As beautiful and serene as in the pictures (which is not always a given!) - 120% recommend this hotel! The breakfast is good too, with 1 warm main dish option daily.

Stayed in May 2024

Small room but very nice and clean. The staff was super nice too. Good breakfast buffet. The subway station is about 5 minutes away.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing, everything exceeded my expectation

I was surprised at this hostel: everything is superb: it is near the Bell Tower and the metro station. The staff was welcoming and very helpful, especially Emmy. The installations were excellent, clean. They have free fruit and refreshments. The common area is very comfortable and they even have an area where they keep colorful birds which add an extra touch of homeliness when they sing. The dorm room has 2 bunks made of wood, with private bathroom. Large lockers and a desk. The beds are very comfortable and clean. On the 4th floor there is a library and a tea house, surrounded by jazmin with its fragrance. There is wifi in all the rooms. Breakfast was very good and is included. Also, they allow you the use of washing and drying machines. All in all, it is the best hostel that I know and felt sorry to leave since I was so comfortable.

Stayed in May 2024