We chose the Hantang Inn Hostel Xi'an as our hotel in Xi'an as we wanted to stay in a place which was a little bit more Chinese and less of a 'big hotel' feeling. The Haunting Inn Hostel fulfilled our expectations on this score. The location was very good for us too as it was a short walk to the Muslim Quarter which was good for our family. The restaurant we went to there was not great in terms of food but the area is really nice. It was interesting to visit the market also at the end of the street and we met a really nice Chinese lady who was an artist. The free availability of snacks and soft drinks was a nice touch as if one wanted to sit and read a book etc while having a quite moment in the eating area this is a nice way to do it. The people working here were very friendly and helpful also which was great.

Very neat and comfortable. Whilst located on a back alleyway once you enter you are transported to a tranquil space to relax after a long day in the hustle and bustle of Xi’an. Close to the Bell and Drum Towers and the South Gate. The hosts provide plenty of included snacks and drinks to take whenever.

Location should be provided in Chinese and Pinyin to aid in finding the location. Unfortunately our maps sent us in the wrong direction as Apple Maps translates road names making it difficult to find.

A truly exceptional boutique inn, right in the heart of Xian. It’s on a quiet alley that comes alive at night with a delightful little BBQ restaurant that delivers food you can enjoy in the breakfast area. There’s a Japanese vibe, complete with a formal tea house on the fourth floor where you sit on the floor and listen to jazz music as you sip white tea at no extra cost! There’s a simple free breakfast, but they also offer free cappuccinos throughout the day. At night they offer a free glass of wine or gin and tonic, also in their breakfast area, where guests can sit together and chat about their travels. The name of the hotel suggests this is a youth hostel but it isn’t like any other youth hostel I’ve ever stayed at. They do have a few hostel rooms, but most of the rooms are private single or doubles. The beds are very comfortable, there’s air conditioning and video projectors in every room, and even Toto toilets with a remote control with a bidet function! The staff are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Everything about this place is first class, even though it has an off-the-beaten-path quality. I visited in May 2024 with my wife and son. It is one of the highlights of our visit to China. I should add that the place was recently renovated and everything feels brand new. The pictures in some of the other reviews are out of date.

Everything exceeded my expectations. It was the highlight of our trip to China.

This hostel is hands down the best hostel I have ever stayed in in my life. It just doesn't look and feel like a hostel, but a Japanese hotel. Everything and every detail is meticulously well thought. They provide great local snacks, drinks, water bottles, and a fantastic welcome pack with lots of toiletries, some flip flops and some house shoes. The common area is just beautiful and the breakfast is great. The staff is extremely friendly and everything is unbelievably clean - a great thank you to the cleaning staff too. I stayed in a 4-bed room and we had a toilet and shower to ourselves. The toilet was a modern toilet with water cleaning and temperature-controlled seat and the shower was great. I wish I could see more hostels of this kind in more cities. This hostel just kept surprising me with everything they offered.

Beside the fantastic location just near the Bell Tower, this well decorated hostel made me feel at home from the very beginning. The rooms are comfortable and quiet, the bathrooms are well equipped and super clean, and the living room is very cosy. The price is also very reasonable and you get free breakfast, free drinks and free fruits and snacks throughout the day. The staff is also lovely, Rachel remembered my name from the first day and took care of me when I got a cold. Fellow travellers also super friendly. This place is just perfect.

The whole place is absolutely gorgeous. Really comfortable and luxurious. The rooms are beautifully designed and really lovely from top to bottom. If you're a fan of minimalist design, you'll really enjoy this place. The lobby is smaller but sublime -- but the best parts are the outdoor spaces, which are marvelously designed: the courtyard with the giant bird cage, and the best of all, the outdoor rooftop. Plenty of shade to make it OK to use during hot Xi'an summer days. In general, this hotel really has the feeling of a luxury hotel. It is really just beautiful but small enough so that you still get that white-glove experience from staff. The staff are also really accommodating and will try hard to make sure requests are executed. They gave us a ton of fantastic recommendations and helped my traveling companion and I acclimate to the pace and speed of China. The location is also really good -- in the northwest quadrant of the Xi'an Old City, right across the street from a very famous large pedestrian street, and just two or so blocks from the Clock Tower, and a 15/20 minute walk or Didi from the Muslim quarter to the west or the South Gate to the West. There is a convenient bus just five minutes away that goes directly to the Terracotta Warriors for just 30RMB one way per person and leaves every half an hour. Get there early to sit on the top deck. If you are daring, get tuktuks, which in many of the smaller side streets, end up being much more convenient than taxis! In my opinion -- the breakfast was excellent. It wasn't an insane hot bar, but there was a good mix of Chinese buns and hot dishes and Western style classics like cereal, fruit, toast, and eggs and meat. I personally enjoyed this breakfast a lot, haha!

Just something to note, and not really a ding -- this is not really a social hostel experience. There are not a ton of young people, many more families and couples. I think this is because the hotel is so nice. We wanted to stay in hostels for the social environment but I'd stay here for the design and the luxury, not in order to meet other travelers. Because the hostel is an alley that is more narrow, taxis will ask to drop you off on the bigger street. Maybe you'll have more luck than us in trying to get closer to the hostel!

I was surprised at this hostel: everything is superb: it is near the Bell Tower and the metro station. The staff was welcoming and very helpful, especially Emmy. The installations were excellent, clean. They have free fruit and refreshments. The common area is very comfortable and they even have an area where they keep colorful birds which add an extra touch of homeliness when they sing. The dorm room has 2 bunks made of wood, with private bathroom. Large lockers and a desk. The beds are very comfortable and clean. On the 4th floor there is a library and a tea house, surrounded by jazmin with its fragrance. There is wifi in all the rooms. Breakfast was very good and is included. Also, they allow you the use of washing and drying machines. All in all, it is the best hostel that I know and felt sorry to leave since I was so comfortable.

Nothing, everything exceeded my expectation

Sadly, we had only booked to stay with the Hantang Inn for two nights, but Xi-An and the hotel have been the favourite part of our trip so far. With a great, central location it was an easy stroll to the Muslim Quarter, and a simple, single Metro stop to the South Gate. The tour of the Terracotta Army that the hotel both recommended and organized was ideal. All the staff were friendly and we loved the evening happy hour where guests were encouraged to join for a courtesy G&T or glass of wine. The simple, modern design provided a calming, chilled oasis and seemed to manage the summer heat effectively. We were only sorry we didn't discover the roof terrace and tea rooms until the last morning.

Wish we'd found the rooftop terrace and tea rooms earlier.

Holy crap this place is amazing! Feels like staying in a fancy boutique hotel. Breakfast is delicious. You can get complementary coffees during the day and an alcoholic drink in the evenings. Heaps of goodies come with the stay such as shower gel, etc. The aesthetic of the place is unreal, as if it’s right out of a magazine. And it smells delicious too! I loved the tea room on the top level - perfect place to chill and wind down. Staff were patient and helpful. Location is great and central.

I started out in a dorm but if you have extra cash to spare I would 100% recommend getting the private rooms. There’s a few people arriving or leaving in the night so best rest assured if you’ve got a private room :) I arrived in the middle of the night and the taxi driver had issues finding the place using the address from booking, not sure if that is a common thing or if it’s just me.

Everything about my stay was excellent. The hostel is newly renovated, has plenty of common areas with a great atmosphere to relax and meet other guests. Great free breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits and drinks are offered. The staff were wonderful and very helpful. Very cozy room with a comfortable bed and all amenities. Great location, close to the metro and in walking distance to all central sights. All in all a perfect stay, many thanks to the whole staff and my warmest recommendation!