The Jade Emu International Hostel in Dali

In a lively area filled with cafes and eateries off National Highway 214, this unassuming hostel is a 14-minute walk from Dali Ancient City and 5 km from the historic Three Pagodas religious site.Featuring shared or en suite bathrooms, the bright, simple dorms offer free Wi-Fi, bunk beds, and lockers or safes. Private rooms, some with wood-beamed ceilings, add TVs, DVD players, and tea and coffeemakers.Common areas include a laid-back cafe/bar and a courtyard, as well as a lounge with a pool table, darts and foosball. There’s also a DVD library, plus guest laundry facilities and computers.