YHA Ngong Ping SG Davis Youth Hostel (Lantau Island)

Tung Chung - 2 nights - private double room Expectation/Reality: this is the only provider of accommodation in the area so expectations need to be managed. They have the ability to essentially set terms, so the negative reviews here are likely from the folks who didn’t read the find print. The photos match the space very well. However the hostel reached out over what’s app a number of days before the booking asking for the $150 membership fee and $500 deposit, which I was not comfortable providing until arrival, however the hostel was okay with that. Security: very good, there is a gate lock and a lock to the door, very safe. Hygiene: overall very clean, no concerns. Hospitality: the check in and out process is all over what’s app, so you are at the mercy of how responsive they are which can be frustration when trying to get in. Once you are in, it’s fine. Social Atmosphere: good social spaces. Overall: given they essentially have a monopoly on accommodation in the area. It’s a pretty good spot. I accidentally broke the key and they came and fixed it the next day, but took off $50 from the deposit. So handle the keys gently. Over pretty good place.

We had an enjoyable stay. Great location for hiking and sightseeing, very peaceful setting, lovely views of Lantau Peak and close to the Big Buddha, the chairlift and good bus connections to all over Lantau Island. The buildings have seen better days, as you expect at a youth hostel, but the showers are hot and effective, the kitchen and BBQ facilities are good and the bed is comfortable. The manager is very personable and friendly and it was nice to meet his family. There are few shops to buy ordinary supplies in Ngong Ping, except a very basic 7/11, so you need to stock up before arriving or be prepared to eat at the expensive tourist outlets in the 'village' or at Po Lin monastery. Tourist facilities shut down by 5-6pm.

Good location for hiking, with self catering facilities. Nice views from the property

For an escape time away from the city and crowd.. this is the perfect place 🥰❤️

Do NOT reccomend. The place is very far away from everything, the access to the area is very limited, the first bus is at 8:30 and the last is around 6 pm. I arrived a little before 4 and the hotel was locked, no way to enter. I clapped, knocked, screamed for a long time and no one came to the gate. After a long time under the rain, i called the number and the guy came to open the gate. The reception is close to the gate, which means he heard me calling and chose not to help. Once i arrived he asked me to pay 500 for deposit and 150 more for a member ship. He gave me some bedsheets which didn't fit the bed, no towel, and took me to the room. Dirty, so much dust, smelling bad and not cleaned. I couldn't even stay one hour in the room, even though i paid for two nights, i just packed up and left the hotel . Again, do not reccomend.

Location is good