Zhuanshan International Youth Hostel (Jiaxiu Lou Qingyun Market)

The hostel clearly states that quiet hours are from 11 PM to 6 AM. However, a girl in my dorm, who claimed to be the owner of the guesthouse, blew her hair dry four times in a row starting at 1 AM. Each time, the noise woke me up. After being woken up for the fourth time, I got up and gently tapped on her bed to remind her. I told her not to worry, just to dry her hair quickly at once, and to please avoid disturbing others further so everyone could get some sleep. She completely ignored me, pretending not to hear and not responding. The bedding in the room was thick and stuffy, so I turned the air conditioning down a few degrees, intending to turn it back up once it cooled down. Later, this 'owner' got out of bed to look for the AC remote. Since she had ignored my previous warning, I didn't proactively speak to her. To my shock, she abruptly pulled back my bed curtain and, without any evidence, accused me of stealing something. She arrogantly shouted, 'Did you steal something? Do you know I own this guesthouse? If you don't like it here, go stay in a hotel!' There was a bathroom and a living room available, yet this 'owner' completely disregarded her own quiet hours, making excessive noise in the common area at 1 AM. On top of that, she used her supposed status as the owner to arbitrarily accuse a guest and brazenly invade my privacy. I've traveled extensively and stayed in countless hostels, but this is my first time writing a negative review. There are no rules here, no respect, and absolutely no sense of security. If these rules only apply to guests, then you should clearly state that in your hotel policy. This person was in Dorm 1, on the upper bunk to the right of the window. Beyond that, the accommodation environment was dirty and messy. The shower is a squat toilet, so you have to stand on the squat toilet itself to shower, which is both unhygienic and unsafe. The sink was covered in tangled hair, and the toilet had a strong odor. The small table on the bed had a thick layer of dust and someone's hair clip, and the bunk bed ladder was also dusty. Every time I moved the blanket, I started sneezing non-stop – a truly terrible living experience. Whether this person is an 'owner' or a guest, I expect a reasonable apology and explanation.

This is a loyal customer's last visit to 'Zhuanshan' and their last review. I've been staying at 'Zhuanshan' since last year, and every time I come to Guiyang, for a week to a month, I always choose 'Zhuanshan'. It's been sad to see 'Zhuanshan' decline over time, haha. Initially, I stayed at 'Zhuanshan' during the off-season because it was cheap. Although the bed boards were hard and the shower was directly facing the squat toilet, with some hygiene issues, the air conditioning and dorm room setup, with fewer people, made the difficult conditions manageable. Plus, 'Zhuanshan' is an international hostel with a great atmosphere, where I made many friends. The owner, frankly, seems to just open the business without maintaining it. The curtain in the dorm room broke in April and still wasn't fixed by July. When I arrived in July, the main ceiling light in the room was also broken, meaning the only illumination came from the bedside lamp. The small housekeeper tried to report it to the owner, but from checking in on July 1st to checking out on July 31st, a full month, there was no sign of repair. The environment keeps getting worse. The cleanliness relies entirely on the small housekeeper, who is incredibly overworked with a massive workload. The water dispenser frequently runs out of water, the toilet in the first cubicle often can't flush, and recently, the flush button seems to be broken too. Cockroaches have appeared, something I hardly saw in the past year. They say they crawl up from the sewers in the summer, but of course, the management won't reinforce the pipe water seals to prevent them. Also, the windows don't have screens, so opening them for ventilation invites all the mosquitoes from Nanming District. This problem existed last year too; I guess I'll just have to deal with the mosquitoes, there's nothing else to do. The poor service isn't about expecting a certain level of service from a hostel, but rather the fact that it's open for business without operation or maintenance. I don't know if it's cost-cutting or simply indifference. Anything that breaks doesn't get repaired. If this continues, it will probably turn into an abandoned place with overgrown weeds, where everything breaks down, and everyone just endures one night, and future stays will become increasingly difficult. There are both long-term residents and tourists who stay only one or two nights. No one has ever been reminded not to drink milk tea in the rooms, which is also one of the reasons for the cockroach problem. Of course, the main reason is still the lack of maintenance. It's a bit far from the subway, requiring a walk through an underpass. Broken lights, no water, too many insects – all of these can be overcome. After staying at 'Zhuanshan' for a year, I can say I'm very attached. When I'm in Guiyang and too lazy to find a new place, I usually return to 'Zhuanshan' because I'm reluctant to leave my friends. However, with more and more things breaking and the peak season prices getting more and more expensive – more than double the rock-bottom prices of last year – then 'Zhuanshan', I'll see you never again.

Very convenient, close to the bus station, with many supermarkets right outside. The riverside and cultural street are just a short walk away. It's quite clean, no cockroaches, and with the mosquito coil plugged in, I didn't get any mosquito bites at night. There's an elevator. The shower is good, and the A/C is nice and cool. For the price, it's pretty good and comfortable.

This place is super close to the museum! It's clean and tidy, and the common areas are really cozy and comfortable. The beds are spacious and hygienic, and there's plenty of hot water for showering. The owner is incredibly warm, attentive, and provides excellent service – they patiently answered all my questions about travel tips and local info. The location is convenient for getting around, the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and it's fantastic value for money. I felt safe and comfortable during my stay. I'd definitely choose this place again next time I'm in town, highly recommend!

The cleanliness gets full marks – the bedding is spotless, and the common areas are really tidy with no strange smells at all. The environment is fantastic, with great natural light, and you can chat with other travelers in the common areas. The service is also very thoughtful, especially attentive to solo female travelers, making me feel completely safe. The facilities are comprehensive too, making for a super worry-free stay. I'll definitely stay here again next time!