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Kunming, China
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Cheapest hostels in Kunming, China

Discover affordable stays in Kunming that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kunming can be found for as low as $16 per night. There is currently one property in Kunming that can be booked for this price. Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kunming. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
Out of the hostels in Kunming we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel
Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel

Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel

No.92 West Huashan Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, China
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
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Kunming Cloudland International Youth Hostel
Kunming Cloudland International Youth Hostel

Kunming Cloudland International Youth Hostel

No.23 Zhuantang Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, China
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$19
Avg. per night
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Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel
Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel

Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel

No.92 West Huashan Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, China
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
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Yunnan Lishui Yunquan Hotel (Yunshida South High-speed Railway Station)
Yunnan Lishui Yunquan Hotel (Yunshida South High-speed Railway Station)

Yunnan Lishui Yunquan Hotel (Yunshida South High-speed Railway Station)

No. 768 Juxian Street, University Town, Kunming, China
24.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$86
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Dian Chi Lake Villa
Dian Chi Lake Villa

Dian Chi Lake Villa

Kunming, China
7.6 km from city centre
$52
Avg. per night
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Spring City Golf & Lake Resort
Spring City Golf & Lake Resort

Spring City Golf & Lake Resort

Tangchi Area, Yiliang District., Kunming, China
33.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$125
Avg. per night
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Kunming Datongdao Inn
Kunming Datongdao Inn

Kunming Datongdao Inn

Kunming, China
2.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Kunming

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Facts about staying in Kunming

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kunming to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kunming?

    On average, it’s $41/night for a hostel in Kunming, though $37/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $10/night in Kunming. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kunming?

    With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 1,778 HotelsCombined users, Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel is considered the best Kunming hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Kunming Changshui Airport?

    Kunming Upland International Youth Hostel is 24.6 km away from Kunming Changshui Airport, making it the closest Kunming hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • Should I stay in a Kunming hostel?

    Hostels in Kunming tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Kunming hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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