This well-run, large and popular 40-room place is a Xiahe mainstay, offering comfortable rooms, wi-fi that reaches every corner, solar-powered hot water, laundry service and affable staff. The modern and refurbished doubles have clean enclosed showers, flat-screen TVs and cushy, thick mattresses. Dorm beds are four to a room, with shared shower. Expect discounts of 20% in quiet periods.
It's owned by Losang, an energetic, likeable Tibetan with faultless English who's in touch with the wants of travellers. Useful services include the OT Travels & Tours travel agency, transport arrangements and the Everest Cafe with western set breakfasts with yak yoghurt (¥30).