Homestay on Jishan Road on the south-west side of Gulangyu island.
Gulangyu Yuanqi Homestay is a small budget homestay at 31 Jishan Road on the south-west side of Gulangyu island, in Siming District of Xiamen, Fujian Province, China. Gulangyu is a car-free island reached by a short ferry from Xiamen's Lujiang Road piers, famous for its colonial-era villas, quiet lanes, gardens and churches, and its historic international settlement is part of a UNESCO World Heritage listing. Jishan Road lies on the quieter south-western side of the island, away from the busiest routes between the ferry landing and the main sights, so guests staying here are likely to find peaceful lanes in the early morning and evening.
The homestay offers Standard Rooms and Twin Rooms with wifi and air conditioning, in the simple, family-run style typical of Gulangyu guest houses. No restaurant, spa, pool or luggage storage is recorded, so guests generally eat in the island's small restaurants, cafes and snack stalls, where seafood, peanut-soup, oyster omelettes and sweet snacks are widely available. Prices for food and drink on the island run higher than on the main island of Xiamen, so budget travellers may prefer to bring some supplies or eat at simpler stalls.
Staying overnight lets visitors see the island without the day-trip crowds that fill the lanes in the middle of the day, with sunset walks along the coast and early-morning strolls particularly rewarding. Because vehicles are banned, luggage must be carried or moved by porter from the ferry landing, and the lanes can be steep and uneven, so guests should travel light and wear comfortable shoes. Visitors should also check current ferry ticket rules for overnight stays and book ahead in peak periods.
Listed rates run from about ¥250 to ¥500 (roughly $37-74) per night, with higher prices at weekends and public holidays. Service is personal and informal, and the host may speak limited English, so it helps to have key messages and the address ready in Chinese characters. The homestay can be contacted on +86 180 3002 5358. It suits budget travellers, couples and backpackers who want an affordable base on the island and are content with simple accommodation.
| Price | $ |
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| Address | 31 Jishan Road, Gulangyu, Siming District, Xiamen (厦门市思明区鼓浪屿鸡山路31号) |
Room types
- Standard Room
- Twin Room
Amenities
- wifi
- air conditioning
Location
31 Jishan Road, Gulangyu, Siming District, Xiamen (厦门市思明区鼓浪屿鸡山路31号)
24.4478, 118.0576 View on map
Highlights
- Budget homestay on Jishan Road on the quieter south-west side of Gulangyu
- Standard and Twin rooms at about ¥250-500 a night
- Peaceful lanes and sunsets once day-trippers have left
- Personal, family-run style typical of Gulangyu guest houses
Tips for visiting
- Travel light; Gulangyu is car-free and the lanes are steep and uneven.
- Book ferry tickets from Xiamen in advance in peak season and check overnight ticket rules.
- Message the host in advance with arrival time; the host may speak limited English.
- Expect higher food prices than on the main island and consider simple stalls.
When to visit
Weekday evenings and early mornings are quietest; October to December and spring have the mildest weather.
Accessibility
Gulangyu's lanes are steep and uneven and vehicles are banned, which is difficult for wheelchair users, and step-free access at the homestay is not recorded, so guests should confirm details with the host.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the homestay?
It is at 31 Jishan Road on the south-west side of Gulangyu island.
How do I get there?
Take the ferry from Xiamen's Lujiang Road piers and walk, as Gulangyu has no cars.
How much does it cost?
Listed rates are about ¥250-500 (roughly $37-74) per night.
Is there a restaurant?
No restaurant is listed, but the island has many small restaurants and snack stalls.