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Hostel Qingdao - YHA Old Observatory

Qingdao - YHA Old Observatory

No 21 Guanxiang Er Road
266003 Qingdao
China

Tel. 86 (532) 8282 2626
Fax. 86 (532) 8282 2266

Customer Rating

Total:	80%	80% 100 8
Friendliness of Staff:	93%	93%
Efficiency of Service:	83%	83%
Comfort:	78%	78%
Cleanliness:	70%	70%
Security:	83%	83%
Location:	73%	73%

Qingdao Observatory, the first observatory in China, is home of our youth hostel, which is situated on Mt. Observatory in the heart of Qingdao, it is a hidden gem from which to explore China’s most vibrant coastal city. It overlooks the Qingdao Bay, most hostel rooms have a panoramic view over the city’s skyline. The national ground zero point for China’s altitude is located right in front of the hostel. Many historical buildings are located near the Old Observatory making it a superb location to view historical landmarks including ZhanQiao Pier, Beach No. 1, German Governor Castle, Old Town Hall, Mt. Xiaoyu Shan Park.

The rooftop is the Mamahuhu Lounge, truly it is the most beautiful spot to see the skyline while enjoy the cozy atmosphere with friends with beers or coffee.

Find us on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDh0SN7Re4I

Yes, we are pleased to announce that now we are providing heating! we are the ONLY hostel in town that guarantee our room temperature in the cold winter!

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:					Total beds
Number of rooms:	4	15	4	2	72

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):	we open 24-7
Opening times (over the year):	We open through out the year, no closing day

Street Map and Route Planning

Directions

Bus:	Take Bus No.5 to Shili Yiyuan (Municipal Hospital), walk to a red Christian Church and then follow signs.
Parking:	Free parking in front of the hostel
Sea port:	Please take the taxi to the hostel, it is about 4 - 5 Km
Location:	No 21, Guan’xiang’er Road, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. Please visit www.hostelqingdao.com and download our directions in PDF format
Rail:	Take Bus No.5 to Shili Yiyuan (Municipal Hospital), walk to a red Christian Church and then follow signs.
Airport:	Take airport shuttle bus No.702 to Shili Yiyuan (Municipal Hospital), walk to a red Christian Church and then follow signs.

Attractions

	Cultural centre nearby		Museums/art galleries nearby
	City centre location		Historical sites nearby
	Hiking area		Main attractions nearby
	Botanical gardens nearby		Forested/wooded area
	Restaurants nearby		Shopping centre/market nearby
	Hostel with a difference		Leisure facilities nearby
	Beach at or near hostel		Mountainous/hilly area
	Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Qingdao - YHA Old Observatory

Facilities

	Discounts and concessions available		Hostel open 24h
	TV room		Self-catering kitchen
	Groups welcome		Common room(s)
	Sheets in price		Travel/Tour bureau
	Laundry facilities		Air conditioning
	Internet access		Credit card accepted
	Café/Bar		Meals available
	Individual traveller welcome		Luggage Store
	Lockers available		Non smoking room/area
	Basic store available at or near the hostel		Garden
	Green Hostel		Playground
	Sports		Rates include local tax
	BBQ

Customer Reviews Qingdao - YHA Old Observatory

04 Nov 2011 Yuko, Japan	57%	57%
Staff were very nice and spoke good English. But the bathrooms are not clean enough.
13 Jul 2011 Caitlin, New Zealand	63%	63%
No suitable communal place to sit and use laptop or read in the evenings, bar is too loud. Showers were not clean and only two public showers for the whole hostel. No toilet on the first floor. 4 bed dorm was very small, about the same size as a double room. Good location nearby old town if you don't mind a short uphill walk :) Hostel response: Hi, thanks for choosing us, we have two bars, one at the first floor and one on the rooftop, the one in the first floor is very quiet, why not using that one for reading or internet? We have a very nice toilet on the first floor, right next to the reception. In total, we have 15 dorm bed, and 2 shower rooms are not too many, but we think it should meet the needs in most cases. A complete cleaning has scheduled in there. Sorry for the inconveniences. Cheers
30 Jun 2011 Fernando, USA	80%	80%
Too many Chinese people were staying here...I know that sounds terrible, but the point of going to an International Youth Hostel is to meet people of every different background, all traveling around the world. You want to meet people you can share experiences with...when the hostel is used instead as a budget hotel by locals who have no interest in meeting new people, it takes away from the enjoyment of your stay. Hostel response: Fernando, We are one of the top 5 hotels/hostels in Qingdao to host foreign guests for 5 years, according to Qingdao Tourist Office. But I am very sorry to learn that you find that you don't what to meet other Chinese when you are travelling in China and wanted to experience the culture... and it is a shamed to read that you feel "terrible" to stay with other Chinese...