Backpackers and independent travelers always look for quality accommodation on a budget. Good location, affordable price and a comfortable room are what they need. In the Bulletin Board System (BBS)of sina.com, a large Chinese-language information web portal in China, there is a listing of China's 10 most popular hotels among backpackers. Most of them are located in famous ancient towns or small villages, which are hot tourist spots but difficult for visitors find good places to stay. The list may help those who want to travel to these destinations.

Fenghuang Tuo River Hostel

Just as its name implies, this gorgeous place is located next to the beautiful Tuo River, in southern China's Hunan Province. The view from the hostel's terrace reveals a panoramic vista of the ancient Fenghuang Town.

As one of the earliest family-style hostels, the homey decoration and warm welcome of the hosts make the guests feel at home. All the windows and walls are made from wood, which add much more simple and natural atmosphere. The clean and bright lobby offers a great place to enjoy your meal. And when sampling the local fare, guests also can feast their eyes on the rustic fishing boats and their ears on the melodious folk songs.

Address: No. 13, Huilong Ge, Tuojiang Town, Fenghuang County, Hunan Province.
Tel: 0743-3224558

Tips: 1) If you want to have dinner, tell the hosts before going out so that when you arrive, the meal will be ready.
2) There is a sightseeing platform inside the hostel, which is the best place to capture the picturesque views of the Tuo River and Hong Bridge.

Cuicui Hostel

Like Fenghuang Tuo River Hostel, Cuicui is also situated beside the Tuo River, but the decor is totally different.

This place put more emphasis on the local culture which can be seen from the dried golden corn and red peppers hanging on the wall. And the windows are all made of wood which gives the place a rustic charm.

The hostel consists of three floors. On the top floor is an outdoor grandstand where guests can fully enjoy the outside scenery and the local songs sung by the laundry women.

Address: No. 014, Laoyinshao, Tuojiang Town, Fenghuang County, Zhangjiajie Huanan Province
Tel: 0743-3261026

Wuyuan Lao Wu

With a history of more than 180 years, this place is famous for its engraved decoration. From the gilded tablet with chinese characters .to the exhibits, this hostel reveals the cultural background of its sophisticated host.

Located in a beautiful village called Wuyuan, this lodge features some charming scenery. The best place of this hostel is the Xiulou villa in the backyard. Staying in the Xiulou feels like you are living in a gorgeous ancient mansion where the traditional style is full of culture.

Address: Xiaoqi Village, Jiangwan Town, Wuyuan County, Jiangxi Province
Tel: 0793-7297402

Ju Shan Tang

As the best-preserved ancient building in Hong Village, Ju Shang Tang is worth a tour if you don't spend the night here. With a clear stream flowing across its gate, Ju Shang Tang becomes an attractive and mysterious place to visit.

Inside the hostel, the wooden beds and engraved antiques add to the historical charm of the place. Outside the lodge, fancy pavilions and classical rock gardens also dazzle your eyes and instantly draw you back to ancient times.

Address: No.6, Cunshangshuiba, Hong Village,Yi County, Anhui Province
Tel: 0559-5541218

Duoduo Hostel

Though it's named as a hostel, Duoduo is much more like a community center where people can read books and enjoy music. Located beside Lugu Lake, everything inside Duoduo seems simple and natural.

It is said that there are only two kinds of music heard in Duoduo Hostel. One is good, the other is better. But in reality, no matter what kind of music is played, the atmosphere in the hostel creates soothing sounds to stimulate your mood. Music and the lodge are fused together.

The books in the library are available for you to read and relax your mind.

Address: Yongningxianglige Village, Ninglang, Yunnan Province
Tel: 0888-5881026