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In a city where buildings both old and new intermingle, where streets are ringed with fancy and not-so-fancy side by side, YHA is a welcome sight. Despite the fact it's got quite some age to it it's been renovated brilliantly and you'd be forgiven for thinking it's brand new. My husband and I booked via Agoda for $86 a night and, all things considered, found the place to be an absolute steal. It's easy to get to on the MRT from the airport, take the airport express train to Tsing Yi station (you can get a one-way or return pass, which includes three days free travel on the MRT and is great value). Go one station to Lai King, then transfer again to get on a train going towards Sham Shui Po. At Sham Shui Po follow the signs to exit B2, walk straight up the street lined with shops until you hit Berwick street, turn left, go up the hill and you're there. It's convenient location also makes seeing Honk Kong a breeze. Our queen room was brilliant for the price and well outfitted. There's a well sized bathroom with large shower, tea and coffee making facilities, large television with English channels and a good view (depending on where you're staying). Housekeeping only changes the towels every three days, but this was not an issue for us. Wi-fi is a little on and off but then, for the price, it's great to have free wi-fi. The free breakfast is an added bonus and well made. You're given three options: Western, Hong Kong or Chinese style, though you're welcome to opt for the larger (though not free) meals if you prefer. Washing machine facilities were cheap and efficient. I loved my stay at YHA Mei Ho and would recommend it to all. Couples and singles will not be disappointed. Furthermore, though I've no experience with the actual backpackers lodging if the double rooms are anything to go by they are likely very good. It's a clean, modern and well equipped place that's sure to delight.

First time trying a property at this part of Kowloon - usually I'll be at YMT or Jordan area. The 10-walk from Sham Shui Po MTR station is acceptable, provided you're not carrying too many things or mind navigating the crowds along the stretch of second-hand goods peddlers, elderly browsers and shoppers of all ages. Other than navigating to the hotel from HKIA via Airport Express and MTR, you can consider taking Bus A21 to Nam Cheong MTR, then taking a taxi to the hotel (around HKD30). Night-shift staff Stanley was thoughtful and remembered my remarks to be assigned a room away from the elevator. The room was clean, and while small, was serviceable. Storage was in the form of "kitchen-style" cabinets, whereby you hung your clothes facing the doors, not perpendicularly. There is a good mix of eateries in the neighbourhood (the Vietnamese baguette joint downstairs is affordable and very popular), as well as a supermarket and pharmacy across the road.

Pros: This hotel is about 5 min walk from Sham Shui Po MTR station exit Aplieu Street. It's easy to find as this is a new high building in this area which you can see from distance. Only 2 rooms per floor is quite private. Room is tiny but has nice view and equips every basic needs for stay. Staff speak English well and helpful. Cons: Though hotel is clean and new, one thing I don't like is they put a rubber carpet for bath floor next to shower towels. This is not hygiene in my opinion. Another thing is there's only 1 elevator now. Imagine if hotel is fully booked, it will take time for waiting elevator available during the peak usage