Dali Five Elements Hostel
| Dorm Bed | $2.37 |
| Private Room | $5.53 |
$2.37 to $5.53
West Gate Dazhifang 69 Ximencun Dazhifang 69 ,
Dali,
China,
671000
"Five Elements" explains who we are:
Fire… We are fun energetic people who want to see you have a good time! We are "On Fire!" to make your stay at Five Elements the relaxing vacation you've always wanted! For those who drink, we have a bar (with all kinds of drinks!) and for those of you who want to have fun, we have an X-box, kinect!!
Earth… We hope you will accept our invitation to be involved with the locals. We provide many opportunities to connect with them, including, but not limited to: bike tours, tours through village markets, and visiting them in their homes for a Real taste of the local cuisine.
Wood… We serve organic food!! Everything is home grown and fresh! We serve free (freshly ground) coffee in the mornings as well as provide homemade bread for a very reasonable cost. All of our food is organic and served without MSG.
Water… The water at Five Elements is clean spring water, straight from Cang Mountain. It is crystal clear, refreshing, and sweet.
Metal… In the five elements metal is seen as being what is gained from the other four elements, a souvenir to take home with you. Here at Five Elements we will do our best to make your stay with us be as comfortable and enjoyable as possible of course. However, ultimately, what you gain from your stay with us is up to you!! Whether you decide to experience Dali, read books, enjoy the diverse cultures in Five Elements, hang out with friends, or go crazy in our bar, we hope you can take something priceless with you on your life journey.
Being in the convenient place that we are, you can be involve in everything that goes on in Dali without being bothered by the noise at night.
Chinese Directions for the taxi driver...
Yunnan Sheng DaLi gu cheng xi men da zhi fang cun 69
From Xiaguan Bus Station:
Expect to pay 40 RMB for a taxi.
From Xiaguan Train Station:
Catch the No.8 Bus outside the train station. The fare is 1.5 RMB. Get off at the West Gate in Dali Old Town (approximately 30 minutes on the bus. It is the last stop). From the West Gate, cross the highway and turn left along the highway. You're going the right way if you pass the transit police building. Walk about 450m until you see several hostel sign.
From LiJiang
Because of roadworks on 214 National Highway you will most likely be dropped off near the East Gate of Dali Old Town. It is a 20 minute walk from there. Alternatively a taxi will take you here for about 10 RMB. Be sure to tell the bus driver you want to get off at Dali Old Town or otherwise you might find yourself in XiaGuan (Dali New City).
From Dali Airport
A Taxi from the airport will cost 80-100 RMB to get here.
Negatives: a little difficult to find, especially as taxi drivers don't know it, but apparently most…
Negatives: The already mentioned issues with hot water - cannot really adjust the temperature in most…
Negatives: -
Negatives: Some of the services offered can be a bit expensive (ie: laudry) but they are…
Negatives: There are not a lot of bathrooms...
Negatives: I didn't like that in each floor there is just one bathroom so if you…
Negatives: limited bathroom facilities. Toilets and showers are in one small room. Menu is small and…
Negatives: Limited food menu.
Fire… We are fun energetic people who want to see you have a good time! We are "On Fire!" to make your stay at Five Elements the relaxing vacation you've always wanted! For those who drink, we have a bar (with all kinds of drinks!) and for those of you who want to have fun, we have an X-box, kinect!!
Earth… We hope you will accept our invitation to be involved with the locals. We provide many opportunities to connect with them, including, but not limited to: bike tours, tours through village markets, and visiting them in their homes for a Real taste of the local cuisine.
Wood… We serve organic food!! Everything is home grown and fresh! We serve free (freshly ground) coffee in the mornings as well as provide homemade bread for a very reasonable cost. All of our food is organic and served without MSG.
Water… The water at Five Elements is clean spring water, straight from Cang Mountain. It is crystal clear, refreshing, and sweet.
Metal… In the five elements metal is seen as being what is gained from the other four elements, a souvenir to take home with you. Here at Five Elements we will do our best to make your stay with us be as comfortable and enjoyable as possible of course. However, ultimately, what you gain from your stay with us is up to you!! Whether you decide to experience Dali, read books, enjoy the diverse cultures in Five Elements, hang out with friends, or go crazy in our bar, we hope you can take something priceless with you on your life journey.
Being in the convenient place that we are, you can be involve in everything that goes on in Dali without being bothered by the noise at night.
Chinese Directions for the taxi driver...
Yunnan Sheng DaLi gu cheng xi men da zhi fang cun 69
From Xiaguan Bus Station:
Expect to pay 40 RMB for a taxi.
From Xiaguan Train Station:
Catch the No.8 Bus outside the train station. The fare is 1.5 RMB. Get off at the West Gate in Dali Old Town (approximately 30 minutes on the bus. It is the last stop). From the West Gate, cross the highway and turn left along the highway. You're going the right way if you pass the transit police building. Walk about 450m until you see several hostel sign.
From LiJiang
Because of roadworks on 214 National Highway you will most likely be dropped off near the East Gate of Dali Old Town. It is a 20 minute walk from there. Alternatively a taxi will take you here for about 10 RMB. Be sure to tell the bus driver you want to get off at Dali Old Town or otherwise you might find yourself in XiaGuan (Dali New City).
From Dali Airport
A Taxi from the airport will cost 80-100 RMB to get here.
Reviews
Anonymous
Positives:
Very friendly staff and the Yunnan hot pot was very good!Negatives: a little difficult to find, especially as taxi drivers don't know it, but apparently most…
Marek Jaworski
Positives:
The differently themed nights (staff teaching you how to make jiaozi-chinese dumplings, movie nights, etc.)…Negatives: The already mentioned issues with hot water - cannot really adjust the temperature in most…
Daniel Kydd
Positives:
The staff are amazing and really helpful. Also the french toast is to die for.Negatives: -
Anonymous
Positives:
This place was perfect! Quite small but at least at human size, the staff was…Negatives: Some of the services offered can be a bit expensive (ie: laudry) but they are…
Robert Fall
Positives:
Great location, right at the base of the mountain. Cool, fun, friendly environment.Negatives: There are not a lot of bathrooms...
Anonymous
Positives:
The staff was always friendly and aware of anything that we could need,Negatives: I didn't like that in each floor there is just one bathroom so if you…
Anonymous
Positives:
Great staff. Nice location. Clean and comfy beds.Negatives: limited bathroom facilities. Toilets and showers are in one small room. Menu is small and…
Anonymous
Positives:
Nice garden to relax in, very tasty coffee. Staff helped us book accommodation in the…Negatives: Limited food menu.
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