SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes
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Summary of reviewsSONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes enjoys a prime location in Chengdu, noted for its convenience and vibrant yet quiet surroundings. Guests appreciate the close proximity to local restaurants, shops, the serene Wenshu Monastery, as well as accessibility to public transport. Despite a slight distance from the city center, the area’s charming streets, bustling town scenes and picturesque river views offer ample exploration opportunities.
Mornings at the hostel are enhanced by the delightful free coffee service, consistently praised for its quality. While breakfast is currently not available, past guests fondly remember the variety of Chinese and Western options previously provided. Dinner experiences shine with free evening activities like hotpot and dumpling-making parties, fostering a social atmosphere where travelers can bond over delicious food and engaging live music at the bar.
The rooms are commended for their cleanliness, spaciousness and comfort. Types range from private en-suite rooms to shared dorms, all featuring amenities like air conditioning and strong Wi-Fi. Despite some occasional issues such as hard beds or minor fixtures needing repair, the overall room experience remains positive with ample natural light and well-maintained facilities.
Cleanliness reviews are somewhat mixed with many praising the clean and cozy rooms and daily housekeeping. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in common spaces and bathrooms, which sometimes suffer from mold and disorganization, possibly due to ongoing renovations.
The staff's dedication and friendliness stand out as a highlight, consistently providing helpful, attentive service that enhances guests' experiences. Specific employees, including the manager Damon, receive high praise for their warm hospitality and professional support, ensuring a welcoming environment.
Wi-Fi service at the hostel receives mixed feedback. While each room having a separate router generally ensures a good connection, some guests experienced intermittent performance issues. The hostel's overall experience is enriched by the comfortable bar area and communal activities, making it a favored option for immersive cultural stays in Chengdu.
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Mornings at the hostel are enhanced by the delightful free coffee service, consistently praised for its quality. While breakfast is currently not available, past guests fondly remember the variety of Chinese and Western options previously provided. Dinner experiences shine with free evening activities like hotpot and dumpling-making parties, fostering a social atmosphere where travelers can bond over delicious food and engaging live music at the bar.
The rooms are commended for their cleanliness, spaciousness and comfort. Types range from private en-suite rooms to shared dorms, all featuring amenities like air conditioning and strong Wi-Fi. Despite some occasional issues such as hard beds or minor fixtures needing repair, the overall room experience remains positive with ample natural light and well-maintained facilities.
Cleanliness reviews are somewhat mixed with many praising the clean and cozy rooms and daily housekeeping. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in common spaces and bathrooms, which sometimes suffer from mold and disorganization, possibly due to ongoing renovations.
The staff's dedication and friendliness stand out as a highlight, consistently providing helpful, attentive service that enhances guests' experiences. Specific employees, including the manager Damon, receive high praise for their warm hospitality and professional support, ensuring a welcoming environment.
Wi-Fi service at the hostel receives mixed feedback. While each room having a separate router generally ensures a good connection, some guests experienced intermittent performance issues. The hostel's overall experience is enriched by the comfortable bar area and communal activities, making it a favored option for immersive cultural stays in Chengdu.
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SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes is praised for its strategically impressive location in Chengdu. Nestled in a vibrant yet quiet neighborhood, it offers a convenient base near local restaurants, shops and the peaceful Wenshu Monastery. Guests appreciate the proximity to public transport with the subway station being a manageable 10-15 minute walk and buses readily accessible. The lively area is teeming with street food vendors, cafes and supermarkets, catering to diverse culinary preferences. The centrality of the hostel allows easy exploration of Chengdu's major attractions, charming alleys and local gems. Despite being a bit removed from the heart of the city, the surrounding local streets, bustling town scenes and beautiful river views provide ample opportunities for enjoyable walks and sightseeing. The hostel’s friendly and helpful staff, combined with its convenient, centrally-located setting, make it a great value for those wanting to immerse themselves in local culture and amenities.
SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes offers a commendable morning perk with its free coffee, which guests frequently praise for its delicious taste. Available between 9 and 10 a.m., this morning coffee service stands out as a highlight for many visitors. Though breakfast is not currently provided, previous guests appreciated the variety of typical Chinese and Western options when it was offered. The daily breakfast options, praised for their quality, added a pleasant touch to their stays. Some guests express hope for the return of breakfast service in the future. Despite the absence of a regular breakfast option, the hostel compensates with nearby shops and excellent social activities, adding to the overall positive experience.
SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes offers a delightful dining experience that has received glowing feedback from guests. The hostel hosts a range of free evening activities such as hotpot and dumpling making parties. These events are not only an excellent way to enjoy delicious food but also serve to bring travelers together, creating opportunities to share stories and meet new people. Guests have particularly enjoyed the comfortable bar area downstairs, which offers delicious drinks and live music at night. The hostel's hotpot night is frequently mentioned as an incredible touch, allowing guests to enjoy a unique dining experience. The dumpling nights have also been highlighted as very enjoyable. Overall, Sonderia Hostel & Bar provides a social and pleasant atmosphere with its well-organized, complimentary dinner events that leave guests with memorable experiences.
SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes offers rooms that are often praised for their cleanliness, spaciousness and comfort. Guests appreciate the variety of room types, including private rooms with en-suite bathrooms and shared dorms that provide adequate privacy. The rooms are generally described as bright, quiet and well-equipped, meeting the expectations set by the photos online. Despite being simple, they maintain a cozy ambiance, often featuring large windows that allow for good natural light.
The beds are mostly considered comfortable, although some guests noted they were a bit hard. Positive remarks highlight the rooms' size with many noting the ample space and comfortable furnishings, such as wide beds and desks suitable for working. The hostel ensures good amenities, including air conditioning, hot water supply and thoughtful extras like disposable toothbrushes. The WiFi connection is notably strong with each room having its own router.
While the majority of reviews are positive, there are occasional mentions of minor issues such as slightly broken fixtures or a smelly toilet system. However, these concerns do not seem to overshadow the overall satisfaction with the room conditions.
The hostel is also well-located within walking distance from key landmarks and public transportation, which adds to the convenience factor for guests. Additionally, the establishment features a nice bar and lobby area, enhancing the communal atmosphere with various activities. Despite some language barriers at the front desk with English-speaking guests, the staff is generally described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant stay.
SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes offers a mixed experience when it comes to the comfort of their beds. Many guests have praised the beds for being comfortable, soft and spacious with good quality bed linen. Multiple reviews highlight that the beds are big and wide, which adds to the comfort. Words like "super comfy" and "firm and comfy" frequently appear, suggesting that some beds meet high expectations.
However, many reviews also point out that the hardness of some beds could be a significant issue. A portion of the guests found the beds too hard or thin, leading to discomfort over longer stays. Some even reported feeling the mattress springs or experiencing noise from bed creaking. While the single rooms are noted for being spacious, the quality of bedding varies with some beds described as the hardest and most uncomfortable ever experienced.
Overall, while some beds offer a comfortable resting place, potential guests should be aware of the mixed feedback and might want to inquire about specific room options to ensure a better night's sleep.
Sonderia Hostel & Bar, also known as Lazybones Hostel, offers a mixed bag of reviews regarding cleanliness. While many guests reported their rooms to be clean, spacious and comfortable, there were also mentions of areas that need improvement. Positive feedback highlights attentive cleaning staff, clean linen, daily room cleaning and clean and cozy rooms, which have met or even exceeded some guests' expectations.
However, there are concerns about the cleanliness of the common areas and bathrooms. Multiple reviews point out mold issues in bathrooms with one guest noting a persistent sewer and damp smell. The hallways and some shared spaces were described as dirty and disorganized, likely due to ongoing renovations. Certain bathrooms and hallways could benefit from a more rigorous cleaning routine.
On the bright side, the hostel features modern amenities, comfortable double rooms and a pleasant environment, making it a suitable option for young backpackers. The bar on the ground floor adds to the appeal with music and entertainment in the evenings, despite the dilapidated structure. Overall, while the hostel has several positive aspects, there are notable areas where cleanliness could be significantly improved.
The experiences of guests at SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes consistently highlight the remarkable dedication and friendliness of the staff. The employees are praised for being incredibly helpful, attentive and always ready with a smile to assist with tours, arrangements and any issues that arise. Many guests particularly commend Nicole, Mike, Green, Lora and Damon for their exceptional service, noting their ability to speak good English and provide valuable tips and support. The team demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm and professionalism that makes guests feel like they are reuniting with old friends. Damon, the manager, is frequently mentioned as a standout for his hospitality and for significantly contributing to the hostel's welcoming atmosphere. The positive attitude and relentlessness in ensuring customer satisfaction by every team member, including the cleaning staff and night shift employees, make the hostel's environment both warm and accommodating. Every staff member appears committed to delivering an outstanding experience, earning widespread acclaim from visitors.
SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes offers free Wi-Fi, which is generally a good feature. While some guests highlighted that each room appeared to have a separate Wi-Fi router ensuring a perfect connection for most, there were mentions of inconsistent performance. Specifically, Wi-Fi was noted to be functional and smooth, making it suitable for working from the rooms. However, other reviews cited issues like an unstable connection, intermittent performance and poor signal quality, particularly in guest rooms. It seems that the convenience of needing internet on one's phone to scan and pay via QR code was also noted. Overall, while the Wi-Fi at Sonderia Hostel has its strengths, such as separate routers for rooms, it appears that reliability can vary.
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The beds are mostly considered comfortable, although some guests noted they were a bit hard. Positive remarks highlight the rooms' size with many noting the ample space and comfortable furnishings, such as wide beds and desks suitable for working. The hostel ensures good amenities, including air conditioning, hot water supply and thoughtful extras like disposable toothbrushes. The WiFi connection is notably strong with each room having its own router.
While the majority of reviews are positive, there are occasional mentions of minor issues such as slightly broken fixtures or a smelly toilet system. However, these concerns do not seem to overshadow the overall satisfaction with the room conditions.
The hostel is also well-located within walking distance from key landmarks and public transportation, which adds to the convenience factor for guests. Additionally, the establishment features a nice bar and lobby area, enhancing the communal atmosphere with various activities. Despite some language barriers at the front desk with English-speaking guests, the staff is generally described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Beds
However, many reviews also point out that the hardness of some beds could be a significant issue. A portion of the guests found the beds too hard or thin, leading to discomfort over longer stays. Some even reported feeling the mattress springs or experiencing noise from bed creaking. While the single rooms are noted for being spacious, the quality of bedding varies with some beds described as the hardest and most uncomfortable ever experienced.
Overall, while some beds offer a comfortable resting place, potential guests should be aware of the mixed feedback and might want to inquire about specific room options to ensure a better night's sleep.
Cleanliness
However, there are concerns about the cleanliness of the common areas and bathrooms. Multiple reviews point out mold issues in bathrooms with one guest noting a persistent sewer and damp smell. The hallways and some shared spaces were described as dirty and disorganized, likely due to ongoing renovations. Certain bathrooms and hallways could benefit from a more rigorous cleaning routine.
On the bright side, the hostel features modern amenities, comfortable double rooms and a pleasant environment, making it a suitable option for young backpackers. The bar on the ground floor adds to the appeal with music and entertainment in the evenings, despite the dilapidated structure. Overall, while the hostel has several positive aspects, there are notable areas where cleanliness could be significantly improved.
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No, SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes.
No, SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes.
No, SONDERIA Lazybones Hostel- Wenshu Temple Side, Chill Hostel with All-Day Brunch, Travel Agency in English & Local Bar Vibes doesn't have a gym.
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