Chengdu Sam's Guesthouse

Our accommodation is located in the center of the city, 5 minutes walking distance from the Mao Square. Our guesthouse has been a main hang-out for backpackers for a long time. Inside there is a home-like atmosphere as well as helpful friendly staff. Rooms are clean, comfortable and surrounded by a traditional Chinese garden. The guesthouse has luggage storage, bike rental, email, travel service, laundry, mail holding/forwarding, job search assistance, and ticket booking services. ***The history of Sa...(see more)m's guesthouse*** The history of Sam's guesthouse is interesting and a bit unusual. It involves business and the role of particular women in traditional China. During the Ming dynasty some 400 years ago, various salt dealers and merchants from Shannxi province sought a perfect location with plenty of 'beautiful women.' After considerable search, a place was found which met the fengshui requirements. Three years passed before the building was finished. 'Beautiful women'' were plentiful. The original building became a business center attracting merchants thorughout China. Over the years, various prominent personalities stayed here, including the Dalai Lama. Today Sam's guesthouse is peaceful and serene. It has a spacious courtyard, ancient structure and a traditional atmosphere that's attractive to foreign guests, and Chinese travelers. The mansion gives guests a moment to appreciate a bit of old chinese culture away from the hectic lifestyle of modern Chengdu.