A hostel on Nanping Street in central Kunming.
Backpacking Youth Hostel Nanping Street, known in Chinese as Kunming Beibao Shinian Qingnian Lushe (Nanping Jie Dian), is a hostel on Nanping Street in central Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province in southwest China. Nanping Pedestrian Street is the city's main shopping and dining thoroughfare, and the hostel's position in the Dongfeng Square and Jinbi Road area means that many of Kunming's central attractions are reachable on foot. Dongfeng Square and the Panlong River are close by, the twin Jinma and Biji memorial archways are a short stroll away, and Green Lake Park can be reached by a brief taxi or metro ride. Being in the commercial heart of the city also means plenty of cheap food nearby, from Yunnan rice noodles and grilled snacks to hotpot and coffee shops, and public transport links are straightforward. As a hostel, it offers beds at budget prices, with typical rates for dorm beds and basic private rooms in Kunming running from about CNY 40 to 120 per night and rising around Golden Week and Spring Festival. Details such as dormitory sizes, private room availability, shared bathrooms and common areas are not widely published, so visitors should confirm these directly with the hostel when booking. Hostels in Kunming are generally social, with common rooms where travellers swap tips about onward trips to Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La and Yuanyang, and many staff can help with train tickets, local tours and directions, though services at this branch should be verified. The atmosphere tends to be informal and communal, suitable for solo travellers, backpackers and anyone watching their budget who wants a central base. Changshui International Airport lies to the northeast of the city, around an hour away by road, and the airport rail link and metro make the transfer manageable. Kunming's elevation of roughly 1,900 metres gives it a mild, spring-like climate for most of the year, so the city makes a comfortable acclimatisation stop before heading to higher-altitude destinations in the north of Yunnan.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Address | 昆明背包时年青年旅舍(南屏街店), Dongfeng Square and Jinbi Road, central Kunming, Yunnan |
Location
昆明背包时年青年旅舍(南屏街店), Dongfeng Square and Jinbi Road, central Kunming, Yunnan
25.0395, 102.7132 View on map
Highlights
- Central hostel on Nanping Street
- Walkable to Dongfeng Square and the Jinbi Road archways
- Budget dorm and private rooms, typically CNY 40-120
- Social base for planning Yunnan trips
Tips for visiting
- Nanping Street is busiest in the evenings and at weekends; plan quieter strolls for mornings.
- Ask the staff about train and bus tickets for onward travel.
- Kunming's altitude is a gentle acclimatisation stop before northern Yunnan.
- Book early around Golden Week and Spring Festival.
- Confirm dorm and bathroom arrangements with the hostel.
When to visit
Kunming's mild climate suits visits year-round; spring and autumn are most comfortable, and public-holiday weeks are busiest.
Accessibility
Accessibility details are not widely published; visitors with mobility needs should ask the hostel about stairs, lifts and accessible rooms before booking.
Visit, book or contact
Frequently asked questions
Where is Backpacking Youth Hostel Nanping Street?
It is on Nanping Street in central Kunming, in the Dongfeng Square and Jinbi Road area.
Is it close to the main sights?
Yes, Dongfeng Square and the Jinma and Biji archways are close by, and other sights are a short ride away.
How much does it cost?
Dorm beds and basic private rooms in Kunming hostels typically cost about CNY 40 to 120 per night.
Who is it suited to?
It suits solo travellers and budget-conscious backpackers who want a central base.