Dengba International Hostel (Guangzhou Zhongshan University)

Rude male staff. I spoke in Chinese to him and he acted annoyed and dismissive at my questions. I can't imagine what that interaction would have looked like in English. So much for an international hostel next to a university. Room stunk like a gym's changing room and there was someone living there long term (4 person room). Bathroom was flooded, which no wonder, considering the fact the shower door had been removed and placed next to the toilet (see pics). Upper benk has a curtain but no ceiling, so bring an eye mask or you won't sleep. Noisy and inconsiderate guests, eating spicy and smelly food at midnight (put up a sign discouraging this behaviour, please). At least the sheets were clean and the bed was fairly comfortable. Booked 2 nights, cancelled the second one and checked out early since I couldn't sleep. On the upside, there's very nice and cheap restaurants around since this is a student area. For 12$ a night skip this one and spend and extra 8 to get a private room in a better location.

Good place to rest

This hotel/hostel is super convenient if you plan to travel around the city, rooms always clean, the people who work there very accesible, easy to get to metro.

Nice and calm hostel, the staff doesn’t really speak English but you can easily communicate nowadays with translators.

Staff and other occupants were very friendly and welcoming. The dorm had 6 beds and all were quiet and respectful. The rubbish bins are emptied everyday. The wifi is fast. There was noise from the neighbouring building during the night, but that's no one's fault at the hostel.

Clean and cheap hotel. Many eateries along the street near hotel night and day. There is only one bus from the train station. Recommended if you are on budget

Scuffed. The top bunk isn’t completely blacked out so there is light coming through.

Located not far from the city centre. Very nice affordable rooms.

The room for 4 has no windows but do have airco. Clean but no amenities.