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Featured Hostels in Ürümqi

Ziyou Lvshe International Youth Hostel

1.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"The hostel is on a helpful, central location. Restaurants, shops on the doorstep. I arrived about 3.30am and no problem. The building seems to be a former higher end hotel and they’ve taken over a floor, so the double rooms are pretty big, well air conditioned, high end bed sheets etc. Didnt see the dorm rooms. The owner is fantastic - she was incredible helpful when i ran into some problems during my stay- even took me to dinner and drove me to the station. A couple of the other staff looked...
Ziyou Lvshe International Youth Hostel
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Urumqi?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for fun things to do.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Urumqi?
While you’re deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Urumqi hostel: Ziyou Lvshe International Youth Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with free WiFi, towels and free toiletries.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Urumqi?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of -7°C. The snowiest months in Urumqi are December, February, January and November, with each month seeing an average of 44 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Urumqi?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover some places near Urumqi. Get out into nature with places such as Hongshan Park, Tianshan Mountain Wildlife Park and Jinquan Park. Cultural attractions include Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum and Silk Route Musem of Xinjiang Uygur. Visit landmarks such as Xinjiang Office of the Eighth Route Army.
What's the best way to get to and around Urumqi while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Urumqi in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Urumqi (URC-Diwopu Intl.), located 6.2 mi (10 km) away from the city centre. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Train stations including Ürümqi Railway Station and Ürümqi South Railway Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.