Chengyang

The ever-helpful Xian is bound to make your stay here worthwhile. Western and local food, bar, bicycle hire, tai chi lessons, free internet, tour guide, IDD, bus and air ticket booking. Credit card accepted (¥500 minimum). Yang's has no air conditioner, only a fan which make staying there a bit warm in the summer months.

Across the larger of the two bridges, and then left. From the ticket place looking at the village, it is the one on the left. This hostel is managed by a multi generational family. The rooms have air-con (which is needed in July and August), nice one and two bedrooms in rooms that smell like the wooden walls. Balcony with rocking chairs overlooking the bridges. Hot water, western toilet, basic Chinese cable TV. The cost is around ¥80 a night. Dining room available with breakfast service, although the family closes up the kitchen after dark. Free internet is available.