Peking Youth Hostel
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About this property
Owned by a talented flower artist, Peking Youth Hostel is housed in a traditional Chinese building located along the lively Nanluogu Xiang, one of the famous Hutongs in downtown Beijing. A short 5-minute stroll from Houhai bar area, the hostel features a charming garden and colorful rooms with air conditioning. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Peking Hostel is a 30-minute walk from The Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square. Nanluoguxiang Subway Station is 820 feet away. The scenic Beihai Park is an 8-minute drive away. It takes 40 minutes by car from the hotel to Beijing Capital Airport. Using bright, soothing shades, all rooms come with wooden flooring, an electric kettle and a writing desk. Shared bathrooms also come with a hairdryer for guests' convenience. Towels can be rented at the front desk. Guests can relax on the sun terrace, organize hiking trips, or spend a quiet reading afternoon in the book bar. Laundry, fax and photocopying services are also available. Tours and shows arrangements can be made upon request with the help of the cheerful staff. Car charters can also be arranged. Simple yet delectable meals by a foreign chef, drinks and snacks can be enjoyed at the hostel’s café, casual setting filled with scented flowers. Alternatively, there are many restaurants located within walking distance of the hostel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Bar
- Garden
- Terrace
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Luiz
Brazil
“Location was amazing!!! In a very buzzing hutong area with many food options, not far from the subway station.” - Inaki
Germany
“Very good location, close tot he subway station, lovely terrace.” - Anonymous
Bangladesh
“It's located in downtown and Nanluoguxiang metro station is 5 minutes walking distance. Staffs are very helpful but language is issue.” - Tony
Australia
“Great location and super comfortable beds. Staff was helpful.” - Petra
Hungary
“Excellent location, very close to metro station, rooms were clean, offered free water” - Myriam
Hong Kong
“The hostel is super conveniently located close to metro, restaurant, cute vintage stores on Gulou Street, within walking distance from the Drum and Bell tower and the Lamma Temple. Great nightlife options! The hostel's interior is very cozy, it...” - Victor
Switzerland
“The location is very good, in the middle of a very lively hutong and less than 5 minutes walking to the metro. You can also easily meet other travelers in the common areas of the hostel.” - Bing
United States
“Walkable to many attractions. The staffs are friendly and helpful. Although it is located right by a busy street. It is really quiet inside the hostel.” - Kelsey
United States
“The hostel is in a very nice location. It is off to the side of one of the hu tongs in the city so you can step out and visit different shops and try different street foods. There was a nice area on the first floor to hang out if you wanted. I...” - Izhar1988
Pakistan
“The staff is very cooperating, as there is very few that understands and talk in english.”
Area info
Restaurants
- 北平咖啡
- CuisineAmerican • British • Pizza • Steakhouse • International • European
- Open forBrunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceTraditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.
Guests are kindly requested to inform the Hostel in advance if they are arriving late. Please leave your passport according to in-house staff's guidance.
Please note that towels are only offered in private rooms. Guests are strongly recommended to bring toiletries with themselves or refer to the front desk for certain purchase.
Please note that in consideration of safety issue, elder people and kids cannot stay on bunk beds.
Please note that the property requires a credit card pre-authorization before arrival.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Peking Youth Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.