Guanhua Qingnian Youshe (Sim's Cozy Guesthouse)
The cheapest of Chengdu's budget offerings, Sim's is spartan but clean and well-situated -- a good starting point for exploring the city. Staying here is also a great way to mingle with Chengdu locals: It is located on a side street that is not only close to Wenshu Temple, one of the more lively temples in town, but is also filled with seniors playing mahjong on the side of the road. The hotel has communal bathrooms, a common room with a TV and an extensive DVD collection, and a leafy outdoor area with tables and chairs -- ideal in summer to meet fellow travelers. To account for the vagaries of the seasons, ¥10 ($1.25) extra will buy you air-conditioning and ¥5 (65¢) will get you an electric blanket. The hotel staff and the in-house travel agent all speak English.
Facilities:
Restaurant; airline and train ticketing; dry-cleaning/laundry service; Internet access; bike rental.
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| Address | Xi Zhushi Jie 42 | |
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| Location | Just down from Wenshu Yuan, on the east side, Around Town | |
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| Transportation | Bus: no. 1, 18, 302, or 80 | |
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| Phone | 028/8691-4422 | |
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| Web site | www.gogosc.com | |
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| Room Information | 24 units | |
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| Prices | ¥70 ($8.50) standard room | |
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| Credit Cards | Not Accepted | |