Alley Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel near Xi'an Bell Tower

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
No. 33 Xi Cang Nan Xiang, Lianhu District, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710002
  • Great Mosque of Xi'an
    1 min walk
  • Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower
    16 min walk
  • Xi'an Bell Tower
    20 min walk
  • Xi'an (XIY-Xianyang Intl.)
    39 min drive

Room options

Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Male Only

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room with Kang-bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Female Only

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Xi'an

Heart of Xi'an.Your stay at this Xi’an City Center hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower. Also, Xi'an Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Mosque of Xi'an - 1 min walk
  • Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower - 16 min walk
  • Xi'an Bell Tower - 20 min walk
  • Xi'an City Walls - 4 min drive
  • Drum Tower - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Xi'an East Station - 9 min drive
  • Zhonglou Station - 10 min walk
  • Xi'an (XIY-Xianyang Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪海家牛肉面 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪老刘家泡馍馆 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪杨氏无名烤肉 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪老马家超娃烤牛羊肉 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪双辉麻辣冒菜馆 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alley Youth Hostel

Art Deco hostel near Xi'an Bell Tower
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Alley Youth Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Xi'an hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Alley Youth Hostel offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and slippers. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–noon: CNY 32 for adults and CNY 32 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Washer and dryer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CNY 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CNY 32 for adults and CNY 32 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CNY 200 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CNY 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Alley Youth Hostel Xi'an
Alley Youth Xi'an
Alley Youth
Alley Youth Hostel Xi'an
Alley Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Alley Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Xi'an

Alley Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You will get more than expected for the price you pay for staying here. First of all, me and my group of people had so many last minute arrangements and Steven and his team attended to us attentively, fulfilling all our needs. The place is so near to Muslim Quarter that its so easy to get souvenirs and you will not have a chance to be hungry. This place is extra cosy and all the staffs were so friendly to us. The toilet was cleaned everyday during our stay. Thumbs up to everyone in Alley Youth hostel!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No lift English speaking & helpful receptionist Centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location and Great coffee
Wanted to write and say how good my stay at this place was. Great location and clean facilities. Really good coffee bar and pleasant interior. Staff was very helpful to find me a ride to airport for very reasonable price. Even walked me to location so I won't get lost!!! Would recommend and I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff, fun location
Staff was very nice. Location is good because it's very close to the Muslim Quarter, if that's your thing, but about a 12 minute walk through busy alleys to the subway. Room was really dusty upon arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is an unbeatable price in a very cool neighborhood of Xi’an. I got a clean, private room, with great sunlight and a nice shower. The staff are incredible. From helping me mail postcards, to a guided tour around the old market, to a huge help — I had to go to the hospital for dehydration and the staff accompanied me, helped translate, and kept me company during a six hour IV drip. These are the best people. I’m forever grateful. Pro tip: the Google Maps location is incorrect due to Google being blocked by Chinese ISPs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Muhd Aiman Syakir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, friendly staff
English-speaking staff is available to help you. They offered some affordable tours around Xi’an. Location-wise, it’s near the Muslim Quarter and there’s a small convenience store nearby that is 24/7
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot to stay in Xi'an
Excellent hostel right in the middle of the Muslim Quarter and Xi'an itself. Very kind and helpful English-speaking staff. Also a cozy public area with a pool table, projector setup, and bar to hang out in. The lighting in the room was a bit dark, but the room itself was very clean, and the beds were comfy. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
nice owner but you get what you paid for
This is a family-owned hostel and the owner is super nice. However the room is very small and basic. There are no toiletries or towels, nor do they change sheets if you stay for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Guan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hostel. Well recommended,
Great location within Muslims Quaters, Easy access to all amenities and eateries. Clean, spacious and good size bedroom and comfortable bed. Family run hostel very helpful and friendly. Some of the staff speak English which is a great help in giving useful information to explore the surrounding area. I would certainly book this hostel again if I'm coming to Xi An next time. Many thanks to Stephen and all his staff for making our stay so welcoming and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The neighbourhood is a fantastic taster of the Muslim quarter. Anyone looking for an authentic taste of Xi'an needs to stay here at least once.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Barbara, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my time at the hostel. Stephen and his family are very nice people and the staff were helpful and friendly. The room was a free upgrade and it was comfortable. Best part - the hostel is located in the middle of the Muslim Quarter. The quarter is a thriving area filled with excitement and many vendors selling souvenirs and food. The downside of the experience - an unreliable wifi that crashed occasionally.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Awesome staff and great facilities
Very clean, great staff (most of whom speak good English which is a real bonus), good wifi, nice breakfast, awesome location, and have we mentioned the amazing staff?
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good Value got money and friendly service
Food service a little slow, basic accomodation but for a good price located on the heart of the Muslim quarter.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
地點上挺優,近傳統市場,吃食無虞
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil très sympa. Le responsable à l’accueil est très serviable et fait son possible pour rendre service. Il est très efficace. Un grand merci à lui qui a su me dépanner car j’étais très ennuyé par mon couteau qui ne pouvait passer les contrôles de police
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a great place to be, all staff speaks fluent English and will do everything to make your stay enjoyable. If you have a superficiel sleep, be sure to bring earplugs, it can get a little noisy. Had a single room ... clean, simple room, bed was comfortable, bathroom clean Thr atmosphere in the hostel is very homey and if your looking for a budget good option ... this is the place ..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gran relación calidad vs precio
Gran relación calidad vs precio. Muy amables y serviciales, hablan Ingles y te dan buenos consejos y tips para la ciduad. Lo unico, el desayuno tiene margen de mejora, pero estaba OK.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
價格便宜、wifi佳
旅館的位置在夜市的巷子裡面,早上旅館外面也有早市,所以附近環境髒亂,街上的吵雜聲也聽得很清楚,早上喇叭聲超級多。不是每個服務員都會講英文。房間不像照片裡面看起來乾淨,油漆有點斑駁,浴室沒有乾濕分離,洗澡後有積水,房間及餐廳裡的沙發需要清潔。早餐卷上有四種可以選,但實際上只有兩種,幾乎每天都會有小狀況,送錯餐點、忘記送果汁、某樣食材沒了要替代等等;菜單上的中英文翻譯也有不一致的情形出現。餐廳書架的書本都積了很多貓毛和灰塵(雖然貓是可愛的),不適合有過敏的人;餐廳地板也有很大面積的破損。衛生紙每天每人給一小捲,用完了要去櫃檯買。優點是價格便宜和wifi連線品質好。
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
場所がバス停から奥に歩くので、初め探しずらかったです。朝ごはんが美味しかったです。コインランドリーがあり助かりました。スタッフも親切で良かったです。
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mireia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Gabriella, Åmål

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GOOD HOSTEL! Would stay again
This was a good hostel! The staff is Nice and helpfull, they have a lot to do at the hostel so that is Nice. Restaurant and breakfast was Nice. The hostel is located in the muslim market, that was a Really fun experience. Markets everywere! The only bad thing was that the wi-fi wassnt so good. Otherwise everything was good. Was a nice feeling.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018