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Xingping Youth Hostel - This Old Place

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Xingping is to me what Yangshuo used to be. With the Xingping Youth Hostel; This Old Place you have the perfect place to stay in the old town. The old Qing village has a lot to offer to the more adventurous traveler. Cyclists might cycle from here to Guilin using the old road, a much better alternative then the main road from Yangshuo to Xingping.

This Old Place - the Hotel

This Old Place is called a Youth Hostel but it offers a much more then a Youth Hostel. The location is close to the Li River with some rooms with views on the river itself, from the rooftop, you have a spectacular view over the Li River and Xingping town.

This Old Place is a very new hotel, despite its name. It isl ocated at Rongtan Street in Xingping

Leo and his wife Xiao Yang have build this hotel almost from the bare ground and decorated with style.

All rooms have private bath, TV and balcony. Downstairs is a pool table and a small library. (you can use our currency converter to compare the price in your own currency)

Leo and XIao Yang lived for many years in Yangshuo before they moved to Xingping. Not surprising they have several out door activities for you available as they are active rock climbers and hikers.

Twin Standard Room with Riverview Balcony, a magnificent view...

Driftage

An interesting experience would be a driftage at the Dayuan river. The starting point is located 8km from Xingping town and is about 4 km long.

You will use a so called dinghy and a life vest and you will accompanied with a guide. Leo says: "When the drifting ends, no matter what weather condition, many people say... wow.. what a wild river!"

Room at This Old Place, Xingping

Rock Climbing

Leo offers introduction rock climbing courses of half day but for advanced climbers, he has an overview of all the best spots in the Xingping area.

A hazy morning in Xingping

Cormorant fishing

Cormorant fishing in Xingping is similar as in Yangshuo town. It might be a better idea to see the cormorant fishing here as it is less busy and more original.

This Old Place scenic views

This Old Place Restaurant

This Old Place Restaurant is not located at the same place as the hotel. It's located a few streets away in the heart of the old town. The little restaurant has a good menu and English speaking staff. Although the location has no views on the Li River or at the surrounding mountains, it does offer an interesting look in the local activities in Xingping.

This Old Place Restaurant

Xingping is still a traditional village, although things change rapidly. I recommend this little cafe and the hostel as the best spots in town.

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