Chengdu
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Dorm beds in Chengdu, China range from $6 to $20/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 11 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Chengdu, China
A typical dorm night in Chengdu runs about $6.
At $6/night and up, Chengdu is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in China.
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Hostels we track in Chengdu
- POSHPACKER | Chengdu Mix Hostel 9.3 · 2,400 reviews
- POSHPACKER | Chengdu Flipflop Hostel 8.9 · 1,586 reviews
- Holly's Hostel 8.9 · 136 reviews
- Sonderia Hostel & Bar-Lazybones Hostel 9.5 · 114 reviews
- Chengdu Desti Youth Park Hostel Chunxi Road 8.9 · 96 reviews
- POSHPACKER | Chengdu Local Tea Hostel 9.4 · 53 reviews
- Chengdu Desti Youth Park Hostel (Taikoo Li) 9.7 · 31 reviews
- Metown Hostel 0.0 · 16 reviews
- Chengdu Nova Youth hostel 10.0 · 7 reviews
- Kinmirai Gallery Hostel(Chunxi Rd Taiguli Store)
- QingJu Hotel (Taiguli)
Local knowledge for Chengdu
Where to stay
Most hostels cluster around Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street in the south, with direct access to subway Line 1. The Yulin neighborhood, a short ride away on Line 3, has a more local feel and noticeably cheaper food.
Getting around
- Buy a metro card at any station on arrival. Lines 1 and 4 connect both train stations to Wuhou, Chunxi Road, and the center without the taxi-queue circus.
- Book your Giant Panda Breeding Research Base ticket online the day before. Walk-up slots run out fast on weekends, and the animals are most active before 10am.
- Hotpot on Jinli is priced for tour groups. Walk ten minutes to Yulin or over to Shuangnan and you will pay roughly half for the same meal.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest from mid-November through late January, except for Chinese New Year week when they fill completely and prices jump. October Golden Week and July through August school holidays also push prices and crowds up.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Chengdu cost per night?
Dorm beds in Chengdu currently range from $6 to $20/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Chengdu?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Chengdu are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Chengdu?
HostelHawk currently tracks 11 hostels in Chengdu, China.
Is Chengdu affordable compared to other hostel cities in China?
Chengdu is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in China, with dorm prices starting from $6/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Chengdu?
Most hostels cluster around Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street in the south, with direct access to subway Line 1. The Yulin neighborhood, a short ride away on Line 3, has a more local feel and noticeably cheaper food.
What is the best time of year to visit Chengdu?
Hostels are cheapest from mid-November through late January, except for Chinese New Year week when they fill completely and prices jump. October Golden Week and July through August school holidays also push prices and crowds up.