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Shuyuan Youth HostelvsSahara Youth Inn
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Shuyuan Youth Hostel is preferred by most writers compared to Sahara Youth Inn. Shuyuan Youth Hostel scores 86 with accolades from 4 publications including DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Shuyuan Youth Hostel
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
No. 2A Shuncheng West Alley, Xi'an 710001
From $6/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Of the various hostels in Xi'an, this is the best choice. A restored courtyard residence, it formerly housed the Xianyang County government." Full review
"Laid out around three large courtyard inside the city wall, attention to detail is evident in the Ming-style decorations of this beautifully restored traditional residence. Tradition..."
"Owned by the Hantang team, who may or may not have plans to commandeer the whole city, this is an appealingly ramshackle hostel facing the city walls."
"The longest-running hostel in Xi'an, this converted residence has three lovely courtyards, and a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere" Full review
Sahara Youth Inn
Lonely Planet
No.180 Beiyuanmen, Lianhu District, Xi'an 710000, China
From $0/night
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Safe
- Express check-in / check-out
"You’d think staying smack bang in the Muslim Quarter would be noisy, but Sahara is set well back around a quiet Chinese courtyard in a lovely Qing-dynasty building replete with traditional accents." Full review