Destination Youth Hostel
Destination Youth Hostel
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Only a 5-minute walk from Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Destination Youth Hostel features private guest rooms and simple dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a tour desk, a library, a games room, a shared kitchen and convenient guest services. Destination Youth Hostel is a 3-minute walk from Zhangjiajie Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. Huanglong Cave is about 10 km away. All air-conditioned units come with a flat-screen cable TV, an electric kettle, a work desk and a clothes rack. The en suite bathrooms have shower facilities. Guests can store their luggage at the 24-hour front desk, book tickets from the tour desk, and then rent a car to explore the surroundings on their own. Cycling and hiking activities are available as well. After a day of tours, playing a game in the games room or reading in the quiet library seems relaxing. Local eateries can be reached nearby within walking distance.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vicki
United Kingdom
“Great location close to the East gate of the Forest park 5 minutes walk. Ralph was really helpful and recommended great places to eat - the buffet breakfast at a nearby restaurant for just 15 yuan including coffee was excellent!” - AArtem
Russia
“This is the hotel owner who speaks the best English I met during my travels in China. Ralph used to be a tour guide, so he can give you the most reasonable travel advice. He is always enthusiastic to help you solve all problems. The hotel is clean...” - Christele
Belgium
“Very confy bed ans spacious room. Super friendly owner. And good coffee. Location is perfect.” - Alice
Taiwan
“The hotel is in a very good location, and it only takes 6 minutes to walk to the park. Ralph speaks fluent English. He has been a tour guide for 10 years. He recommended a very reasonable tour route for us and helped me book discounted tickets for...” - SStephanie
Malta
“Just a few minutes by walk from Zhangjiajie national forest park entrance. There’s also a river nearby where you can enjoy a really beautiful walk. I had a comfortable room with all necessities. The staff were helpful when I needed a driver to...” - Noa
Japan
“Very close to the west entrance of the park ! The staff is very nice, they can help you to organise your journey :) The room was nice as well I recommend” - Natasha
United Kingdom
“The location is amazing an easy walk to the national park and outside Zhangjiajie so quiet but still lots of resteraunts around. The staff were super helpful and friendly each day helping us plan where we should go. They also helped us with the...” - SShan
China
“We had a perfect stay at Destination Youth Hostel. They were super accommodating, helping us plan our time in the national park and arranging new years activities for us. The hostels location is conveniently right next to the main entrance of the...” - Léa
France
“Everything was great, and they were really helpful. The location is perfect, you can go to the avatar mountain by foot. Every night there was a lot of street food. I highly recommend it!” - Yoan
France
“The staff was so helpful and friendly. Location was perfect to go visit the Park”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Destination Youth HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Dressing room
Outdoors
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Bike tours
- Badminton equipment
- Games room
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
- Street parking
- Valet parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Languages spoken
- English
- Chinese
House rulesDestination Youth Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.







The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Destination Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property reserves the right to release the room after 18:00:00 on the day of check-in. Guests who plan to arrive after this time should contact the property directly. The contact information can be found on the confirmation letter.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.