Reviews of The Jade Emu International Guesthouse

03 September 2009 Lars would recommend this property

Liked: The staff helped us to get our visa extension within a day, instead a week. We didn't even had to ask them, they just did it when they heart us talking about our problem. The facilities like dart, computers and pool table are really nice and in a great condition. The rooms are really spacious, the bunk beds are queen-size and the owner Dave even thought of installing plugs in the security lockers. Another plus, they sell affordable Beer Lao and real coffee here. But if you're looking for a party hostel instead of a chill-out one, this will be the worng place for you. Otherwise, one of the best hostels I stayed in so far.

Disliked: Lars left no negative feedback.

01 September 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: The dorms are awesome. They have huge double bed bunk beds and a pool table which is fun. The only really annoying thing is that it's more a guesthouse than hostel.The owner lives here with his family. After midnight, you have to move into the small common room and even then, we got yelled at about 5 different times by the owner for talking too loudly and it was my friend's birthday so we just wanted to relax. We moved into our own dorm with our other friends and again, we got yelled at. Also, the kitchen staff just decide what they want to make and when. My friend ordered food 15 minutes before me and then they told me the kitchen would only make me french fries. This was 4 pm. The property is gorgeous and the best dorms I've ever seen. Just wish the owner could be a little more relaxed about minor late-night fun.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

25 August 2009 Jonathan would recommend this property

Liked: Very impressed with this hostel. The private room is the best we have had in China (lovely white bathroom, TV, WIFI, and immaculately clean. Hotel standard really). The staff were friendly,and the atmosphere was relaxed. The building is picturesque and rooms at the back have fantastic views of the mountains. 5 minute walk to Dali Old Town. The owners certainly have everything right here, a really great stay for us!

Disliked: Jonathan left no negative feedback.

25 August 2009 Yinhwa would recommend this property

Liked: Spotless floor, quiet enviornment, large room, clean facilities. Best part of it was the owner, David, was on premise every day to monitor the business and attend to every customer's needs. Capable staff handle booking effeciently without a glitch. Staff know their own job assignments. You can tell a good, working system was implemented by the owner to ensure every aspect of the hostel business runs smoothly. I Will definitely recommend it to everyone.

Disliked: Yinhwa left no negative feedback.

10 August 2009 Jonathan would recommend this property

Liked: Lovely place - very friendly staff and is very well thought out. You can even charge your valuables (cameras, phones, etc) inside your security lockers! Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and not far outside the Old Town at all. Stay here, you won't regret it!

Disliked: Jonathan left no negative feedback.

08 August 2009 Gregory would recommend this property

Liked: The staff here were really helpfully and extremly useful!The rooms were spotless, and the food made on site was really good.Really nice court yard to hang out in

Disliked: Gregory left no negative feedback.

28 July 2009 Erica would recommend this property

Liked: The staff is very helpfull and they can arange tours cheaper than if you book it yourself directly. Pool with the owner, if you win your get 1 night for free, otherwise pay a beer. Perfect stay.

Disliked: Erica left no negative feedback.

13 July 2009 kate would recommend this property

Liked: Excellent guest house - one of the best places we have stayed at in our 5 months travelling. Amazing rooms, great food and drink, and really helpful staff. The rooms are hotel standard - great value for money!

Disliked: kate left no negative feedback.

09 July 2009 Julian would recommend this property

Liked: Top Place, very friendly staff.Good location, just out of the hustle and bustle of the old town walls..Cheap and tasty food.Highly recommended!

Disliked: Julian left no negative feedback.

09 July 2009 David would recommend this property

Liked: Definitely one of the best hostels we've been to so far. Friendly staff and owner, a lot of attention to little details which make a traveller's life a little bit easier.. really relaxing hostel in a beautiful town..

Disliked: David left no negative feedback.

28 June 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: staff was available to answer all questions

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

23 June 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: We stayed in a 4 bed dorm which had pretty comfortable bunks and a good size bathroom. Lots of good information on offer. Very good value for money

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

12 June 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Very good value for money

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

16 May 2009 Eric would recommend this property

Liked: I liked everything. Extreamly friendly owner, quiet and good location just outside the walls of the old city, spacious and nice rooms, good trips offered. An excellent place to stay!

Disliked: Eric left no negative feedback.

27 April 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Great building and court yard to relax in.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

23 April 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: everything

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

15 April 2009 Adrian would recommend this property

Liked: Excellent relaxed oasis. Great staff & food and an ideal location. We 4 travellers enoyed our stay very much.Good choice

Disliked: Adrian left no negative feedback.

12 February 2009 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: The helpful staff

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

17 November 2008 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Lovely courtyard with pool table - very friendly and helpful staff.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

11 November 2008 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Spotlessly clean rooms and the owner and staff will go out of their way to make your stay pleasant. Good breakfast too.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

10 November 2008 Mary would recommend this property

Liked: Most comfortable beds in China!!

Disliked: Mary left no negative feedback.

31 October 2008 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Best value, we had on our seven month travel. Relaxed atmosphere. Good beds, good food.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

26 October 2008 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: Nice Chinese style hostel. Clean and quit rooms

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

13 October 2008 Customer would recommend this property

Liked: It had a very relaxed environment. It's an easy walk to the town and has a good view. the lockers in the rooms are big enough to put all of your luggage! It's very clean, safe, and friendly. It's easy to want to stay there for more days than you've scheduled.

Disliked: Customer left no negative feedback.

02 October 2008 Richard would recommend this property

Liked: Quality place to stay in Dali.Beautiful building and rooms excellent.Dave and the staff are really good and helpful.

Disliked: Richard left no negative feedback.