LLaishichunzhishuangxuerongThis is probably the best hostel I've ever stayed in. It's located on a high floor, around the 10th-19th story, and has a large open-plan layout. The floors are clean and tidy, and the living room has fitness equipment. There's also a very spacious reading room (about the size of a classroom, where they show movies at night). The floor-to-ceiling windows offer a view of Daming Lake and Daming Lake Railway Station. To the west of the reading room is an observation deck, looking down onto the bustling Beiyuan Viaduct, but the soundproofing is excellent; once the door is closed, you hear nothing.
The bunk beds are wooden and very spacious, equipped with a small table and air conditioning. The upper bunk has a small staircase instead of a ladder, making it easy to climb up and down. Each person gets a lockable locker, so your belongings are safe.
The restrooms are larger communal facilities with multiple stalls, so there's no waiting. Additionally, there's a dedicated luggage room for storage.
The hostel is staffed during the day, but the front desk might be unstaffed late at night. The owner is incredibly friendly and provides excellent food recommendations and travel tips.
Jinan's subway isn't very convenient for travel, but the bus system is very well-developed. Right below the hostel is the Beiyuan Viaduct, with BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) and many regular bus routes. Beiyuan Metro Station is only about 500 meters walk from the hostel. If you're going to Daming Lake, there's a small path that goes under the Jiaoji Railway, leading directly to the north gate of Daming Lake. To get to Shandong Museum, you can take BRT 6. However, it can be a bit dark at night; during the day, it's recommended to take a bus from the Beiyuan Viaduct side to the main gate of Daming Lake.
The owner is super enthusiastic. I had originally booked a K-train departing from Daming Lake Railway Station at 1 AM the next day, and the owner readily approved my request to stay in the reading room until early morning, providing heating and allowing luggage storage. In the end, due to a change in plans, I rebooked my train to depart from Jinan Station and didn't return. In short, I highly recommend this hostel, and I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Jinan if it's convenient!
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