Overall decent stay.
Be prepared to climb many steps. I stayed on the 5th floor and there was no elevator.
Also, there was no one at the reception when I arrived. They ask you to call a number, however, I don't speel chinese and the owner does not speel English, which made it quite difficult. We managed, but it was an obstacle. Otherwise the owner was quite helpful. We exchanged wechat and were able to communicate through the app.
The room itself was spacious and had everything one would need.
It was also just a ten minute walk to the old north bus station (laobeizhan) where there are busses to huangling and other surrounding destinations (see the picture).
The staff at the hostel was very kind and helped me with my luggage. I stayed 7 nights so I feel that I was able to make a fair assessment. The hostel was clean overall and well taken care of. There was no smoke odor in the room which made the stay more pleasant. My only complaint is that the hostel did not provide a foot mat for the shower in the private rooms which I feel is very dangerous as someone can slip and fall while coming out of the shower. Most hostels also provide water bottles for the private rooms but this one did not. The amenities are very basic but the attitude and service is good which is why I would return.
Very accessible from train station to hostel. Within walking distance to ancient city. Very satisfying stay at the hostel for 10days☺️ Glad to make the right choice.