旅客棧 Time Hostel

I booked very late, but was almost immediately sent all the details - great value for money and things like adapters were provided

When I got there around 12 pm there was a que for the elevators as you can only get to the plethora of hostels with these, not too bad however

Está muy bien ubicado y si necesitas un lugar para bañarte y dormir con aire acondicionado, este es el lugar. Es un lugar muy tranquilo y seguro.

Tardaron en responderme para el check in.

It was super close to the bay, like 5 mins walk, and it was quite easy to get to from the station. And the room was a perfect fit for me; might be a too small if you’re any bigger than 5ft 5 though.

There’s no option for heating and the blanket was dusty in the way that I didn’t want to use it, so I just used my jacket which wasn’t warm enough.

Clean and Well-Located Budget Stay – Best for Short Visits I stayed here as a solo traveller for one night. The room was clean, and the location is excellent – ideal for accessing nearby attractions or transport links. The price is also very reasonable, offering good value for a short stay. While the room is small, it includes all the basic amenities such as toiletries, slippers, a TV, and air conditioning. It’s a practical option if you're just looking for a place to rest overnight. A few things to note: the reception is unmanned. To check in, you’ll need to use the phone provided to the right of the main entrance to call the operator, who will then give you access codes for both the building and your room. There are a lot of negative reviews, and while this place won’t suit everyone, especially for longer stays, it serves its purpose well for a quick, budget-friendly stopover. If I were staying for more than one night, I’d likely choose a different hotel for added comfort.

Important Arrival Tips for Finding the Hostel Finding the hostel can be confusing, as the directions are not very clear. You’ll need to enter Chungking Mansions to reach the property. At the entrance, you may encounter a group of South East Asian men offering various services – this can feel intimidating, but it’s best to ignore them and proceed directly to the elevators. Once inside, walk past the currency exchange counters. You’ll see two elevators on the left-hand side – one serves even-numbered floors and the other odd-numbered floors, so make sure to queue for the correct one based on your room number. Be prepared for a wait, as these elevators serve over 20 different hostels and stop at most floors. To save time, consider joining the faster-moving queue and take the lift to a floor just above or below your destination, then walk one flight of stairs to your actual floor. These tips should help you avoid confusion and reach your room more efficiently.