Hostels in Xinjiang, China

Great modern hostel with a lot of amenities and things to spend the time inside the hostel. It was my first hostel in China and I was impressed.

The location is excellent, just 1 km from Urumqi Railway Station and directly opposite Wanda Plaza. The beds are very spacious, and the entire place is impeccably clean. They provide slippers, towels, and disposable toothbrushes. The rooms are equipped with an en-suite bathroom and a washbasin. Plus, you can pet two adorable, chubby cats in the lobby – how fun!

We had an amazing time in Kailash Hostel! It is pretty close to Illi Bus Terminal. It has a really nice common area with lots of details. The owner Toni is a really open and kind person! He welcomed us with open arms, made very good coffee and even invited us for breakfast. You can see that he really wants his guests to have a good time and he also connects people in the hostel. We would totally recommend staying here!

Clean and cozy hostel. It is located in the private sector, 15-20 minutes' walk from the bus station, where buses to Almaty depart from. It is not marked quite clearly on the map - it seemed to me that it was located on the next street. Only one guy speaks English (a little), so use a translator. If you go down a little lower (10 minutes), you will come out onto a street where there are many grocery stores and catering establishments. Of the minuses: there was no European plug near the bedside socket. In the morning it turned out that the electronic key to the locker did not work. I had to wait for someone to come to the counter and get ready in a hurry. Overall, I liked the hostel. I will probably stay here again next time.

Nice location which is 4 min walk from the West gate (cars are not allowed in the ancient city area so being close to the gate would be an advantage). A lot of shops and restaurants just downstairs where you can get everything you need. Easy to wander around the ancient town as well. The dormitory bed and the bathroom is nice and clean. There is activity at night to socialise. Staff are nice and helpful. Will recommend this!

Great hostel to stay at for a short trip to Kashgar! It’s close enough to the Ancient City (about a half hour walk) and easy to get to both the railway station and airport by bus. The amenities here are great with good lounge areas, free laundry, place to hang laundry, and a kitchen! The bathroom situation isn’t great thought because the shower is right over a squat toilet. Also this isn’t the cleanest tidiest hostel with rubbish overflowing and and luggage strewn around the reception area. It’s not a big issue but be aware the hostel is definitely not as nice as the photos!

My stay at this hostel was truly one of the highlights of my trip. 🏡 From the moment I arrived, I felt welcome and comfortable. The hostel itself is very clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully organized, making it a perfect place to relax after a long day of exploring. What really made the experience special, though, was the host, Ella. She is incredibly kind, generous, and genuinely cares about the guests. Whether it was helping with tips about the city, creating a warm atmosphere, or simply sharing a friendly chat, she went above and beyond to make everyone feel at home. Another wonderful part of this hostel is the opportunity to meet people from all over the world. 🌍 It’s not just a place to sleep — it’s a space where travelers connect, share stories, and build memories together. Thank you so much, Ella, for everything. I’ll definitely be back next time! 🙏✨

Luggage storage was just kept in the open at the busy front desk, which felt quite insecure. The bunk curtain wasn't long enough to fully block out light and was also very thin/translucent. The lockable locker provided for luggage in the room was tiny. There was no light within the bunk itself. The small fan with a light they provided was dead. The bed was the hardest I've ever slept on in any hostel. There were only two communal bathrooms per floor, which were combined shower, sink, and toilet facilities – and consequently very damp. The only upsides were its excellent location and decent value for money. That's pretty much it.

The two male owners were incredibly kind and helpful. When I lost my phone, they went out of their way to help me check the CCTV footage and locate it. They also have a super cute, chubby cat – seriously, anyone who takes such good care of an animal must be a good person! They have designated smoking and non-smoking areas, which is a nice touch. There's a washing machine available, and the air conditioning is always on and free to use. The bed linen is changed for every new guest, and you put on your own sheets, which makes you feel very reassured. The mattress is memory foam, so it's super soft and comfortable. Housekeeping cleans thoroughly every day. The location is great, near a shopping district with places like Mixue Ice Cream & Tea. There's also a local farmers' market nearby where residents shop, making it super convenient for fresh produce and other groceries. There's an incredibly delicious BBQ joint nearby that I visited every single day of my three-day trip – their grilled gluten skewers are to die for! Plus, there's a bus stop right next door, so getting around is really easy.

The location is great. The shower and toilet at 2nd floor need to be clean regularly. Also it helps to put curtains at both the entrance/exit because when you take shower, the wind/ cold air really send shivers down your spine. Please please fix the door at 209, 211. When you want to close the door from the outside, you have to pull to shut it and the bang can wake up the whole neighborhood.