This place isn't a hostel, its more like a b&b with hostel prices.
My room was big and clean, and since the buildings are tucked down a quiet side street there isn't much noise from outside. The only problem is that the bathroom is a wetroom and very small so everything gets wet when you use it.

Airport pickups/transfers were all there on time (including a 6am pickup - although I did have to wake up the sleeping reception lady to let me out of the building).

Stayed 3 nites here before and after our Yangshuo trip, good location and walking distance to the main shopping street. The hostel is located in a small lane, overlooking the 'tao hua' river, simple n clean room but the TV channels are limited. They changed us to a better room as we found our room toilet had some worms running at the edges of the wall tiles. The girl at front desk wasn't friendly to all guest, when we seek some assitance, she can just answered our queries by looking at her computer without eye contact on us. Of course she helped at the end, but not a polite way. I will go back again, for the low rates and strategic location.

the staff at this hostel is incredible, must be the best we've ever seen. they just went above and beyond their job description and helped us in every possible thing. also the food that they bring from the restaurant across the street is delicious. the rooms were pretty nice for a hostel, but it was the service that totally won us over.

This is a budget level hotel but at stunningly low rates (about $25 per night). Beds are firm and facilities spartan but adequate. Shower area includes the toilet. No wash cloths (common in China). A good western breakfast is made to order for a modest 25 RMB. A 10 minute walk to the lake-pogoda area. 5 minutes to the bus station. Staff speaks good English and is very helpful in arranging tours. On the river with nice views.