Lazy Bones Hostel

Top choice in Chengdu


Excellent hostel aimed at poshpackers rather than backpackers. Pristine dorms have private bathrooms and a maximum of just six beds while the private rooms, with fancy tile work, are as good as many a hotel room. There's a cool street-side wooden terrace, loads of travel facilities, advice and tours, good western breakfasts and clued-up, English-speaking staff.


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