CchinesesopranodivaI booked this place for convenience and the price being more economical than other places during this hot vacation season. Unfortunately I would say it did not even meet the basic standard of an economy hotel.
Pros: location is good, in between Dalian North Railway station and the DLC airport, which is the main reason why I stayed there. Linens and pillows and towels were clean.
Cons: There was no 24 hours reception as advertised. In fact, it's only open for a few hours a day. There were no one to receive us when we arrived, I wouldn't mind self-check in, but I don't like false advertisement. I ordered something online and the next day when I went to pick it up, the reception was again not open. I called the host to check the hours, he told me to check the message he left me myself then hung up. I was shocked about the service.
Cons (continued): There were only 2 flat pillows. The TV did not work. The shower had no hot water.
This review will most likely not affect them, because they might eventually change business name and move on if the poor reviews come in. But needless to say I will do my best to avoid this place in the future.
SSimpleConvincerI had a nice time in Lazy Bill's Hostel. The check-in counter staff were very patient even though we were communicating via a Translation app and even though I don't have a local number from a Chinese mobile network. Also, the coffee shop was located just inside the hostel and it was very convenient! The coffee was delicious. The staff were very serious when it comes to cleanliness. They cleaned the room where I stayed and they mop the room and clean the rest room every day. I could not say anything more. Will I stay here again? Definitely yes! They have a mini-convenience store inside the hostel for booze, juices and water. There were restaurants and bath houses in the area. There was also a nearby KFC! The only thing that had me worried was on my way back home because the station didn't have an escalator going down.
I met a Chinese traveler of Korean descent and a local Chinese who speaks English. They were very kind.
I wish to come back to Dalian and stay in Lazy Bill's Hostel once again.