Having traveled for a very long time, I have come to see many guesthouses, hotels, hostels etc. Sims is definitely one of the best in Asia. The rooms, bathrooms, internet, bar, garden, tour desk, restaurant, reading deck, dvd room,even luggage room, and reception are wonderful. Be sure to explore the vast property. Their city map is the best I have... More

We've been travelling for 2.5 years around the world and we've come to realize that places like Sim's are truly diamonds in the rough. This place has it all, great atmosphere, incredibly helpful staff, great restaurant and bar, clean rooms, clean bathrooms and all the English help you could ask for. The staff is ready to help you in ANY... More

We arrived in Chengdu after a 30+ hour hard-seat journey exhausted and in need of some creature comforts before our flight back home via Kuala Lumpur. This guesthouse was just what we needed. The room was very cozy and equipped with a DVD player and other amenities that you wouldn't exactly expect from a backpacker joint. In that way, it's... More

Not only for the cleanless, the situation or the garden. It's amazing the way they organize all the information for the travellers. You have lots of folders with info about all China, really helpful. Also they have a very big DVD collection to relax and enjoy the movies on your room, nice! The commom spaces are really nice and big.... More

My friend and I traveled to Chengdu in December and stayed at Sim's for two nights. The staff there was very sweet in both English and Chinese -- very helpful in person as well as over the phone whenever we got lost. The singles were cozy -- furnished with double beds, TVs, DVD players, and decent bathrooms. (Tons of DVDs... More

What can I add to everything else? Very little, but I still want to get my vote in. I can't imagine a better place, better suited to the needs of the backpacker. Rooms well organized to the smallest detail. Active information desk open all night. Aid in all aspects of travel. Good location, a bit far from the center, but... More

We stayed in private twin rooms (a group of 8) in December 2010, which were nice. We were here over Christmas and as Westerners, it felt like being at home. They had a Christmas party with Christmas karaoke with all the staff and the owners' children playing musical instruments. I am in love with the staff. SO FRIENDLY. We did... More

best organised and most comfortable of all the hostels in stayed at in china. The staff are courteous, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended

My daughter and I were visiting my son who is working in China. We were on a tight budget and so my son booked us into this hostel which he knew quite well. The room was clean and comfortable and the shower was great. The staff were really helpful and arranged pick ups from the airport and trips we wanted... More