10 best cheap hostels in Dali (from $10)

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Joy & Music Hostel Dali (photo: Agoda). 10 best cheap backpackers hostels in Dali.


Dali in China offers a lot of very good cheap backpackers hostels.


Dali is one of the most popular places for independent China travellers and hugely popular with those studying and working in southern China. The climate is temperate with moderate summers and mild winters. Dali offers a lots of various cheap but also luxury backpackers hostels, cheap hotels or luxury hotels. Backpackers hostels in Dali are mainly in the city center or nearby and also offer a good complimentary services. Prices start already at $5-10 for bed in dormitory room in backpacker hostel.

What are the best cheap backpackers hostels in Dali (China)?


It is not easy to choose some of the best backpackers hostels in Dali, because there are lots of them, but in different prices and quality. But we can choose these 3 very well rated backpackers hostels in Dali eg.: Dali Five Elements Hostel, Dali Travelling With Hostel or Joy & Music Hostel Dali. This is a selection of 10 best-rated backpackers hostels in Dali at the reservation booking sites, bed rates start already at $5-10, prices can be higher by quality of hostel. Choose and book your backpacker hostel in Dali from this selection online and enjoy your trip in China.

1. Dali Five Elements Hostel

Only 50 m from Dali Old Town, Dali Five Elements Hostel provides private affordable rooms with either a shared or private bathroom. Surrounded by gardens, the property also has free Wi-Fi, a water fountain and a shared public computer. A small library and fee-based bicycle rentals are available. Simply furnished, all rooms come with a wardrobe and tea bags. Hairdryers and ironing facilities are provided upon request.

2. The Jade Emu International Guesthouse

At The Jade Emu International Guesthouse, every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable. To do so, the hotel provides the best in services and amenities. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, convenience store, daily housekeeping, postal service to ensure our guests the greatest comfort.

3. MTB Inn DaLi Ancient Town

MTB Inn DaLi Ancient Town offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to invigorate travelers.Step into one of 27 inviting rooms and escape the stresses of the day with a wide range of amenities such as television LCD/plasma screen, internet access, wake-up service, desk which can be found in some rooms.

4. Dali Letu International Hostel

Featuring free WiFi in all areas, Da Li Le Tu International Hostel is located in Dali Ancient Town, merely 400 metres from Yu’er Park. Chargeable parking space is available upon request. The hostel provides budget accommodation in the dormitory or cosy guestrooms. Offering ample natural light and an enjoyable ambience, most of the guestrooms are decorated with various cartoon images.

5. Dali Mengyuanju Boutique Inn

Located in Dali and with Dali Zhangjia Garden reachable within an 18-minute walk, Mengyuanju Boutique Inn has express check-in and check-out, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. At the guesthouse, all rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with a garden view.

6. La Maison du Lao Shay à Dali

La Maison du Lao Shay à Dali is a small and elegant boutique hotel with a lovely garden. The rooms are with air conditioning and a double bath and are provided with L’Occitane toiletries. The courtyard is full of green, and you will be surrounded by lovely flowers in the elegant common room. Free Wi-Fi with VPN is available in the hotel, and in the common room, you can enjoy yourself watching satellite TV. La Maison du Lao Shay à Dali is situated at the northwest corner of Dali Aboriginal area. 

7. Yunnan Shaxi Horse Pen 46 Youth Hostel

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, room service, restaurant are just a few of the facilities that set Yunnan Shaxi Horse Pen 46 Youth Hostel apart from other hotels in the city.Yunnan Shaxi Horse Pen 46 Youth Hostel is home to 5 bedrooms. All are tastefully furnished and many even provide such comforts as complimentary tea, electric blanket, linens, locker, mirror.

8. Dali Shaxi Gumo Hostel

At Dali Shaxi Gumo Hostel, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. 11 rooms spread over 2 floors provide a warm and pleasant home away from home. Modern comforts such as television LCD/plasma screen, additional bathroom, additional toilet, carpeting, clothes rack can be found in selected rooms.

9. Shaxi Xiaolazhe Yododo Hostel

Offering hotel guests superior services and a broad range of amenities, Dali Shaxi Xiaolazhe Yododo Hostel is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. For the comfort and convenience of guests, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms, postal service, ticket service, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage.

10. Dali Flowers Pavilion Hotel

Dali Flowers Pavilion Hotel guarantees guests a pleasant stay whether in Dali for business or pleasure. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. A selection of top-class facilities such as 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, room service, airport transfer can be enjoyed at the hotel.The ambiance of Dali Flowers Pavilion Hotel is reflected in every guestroom. Television LCD/plasma screen, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating.

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