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Maple Leaf Guesthouse Reviews

E4, Block E, 12nd Floor, Chung King Mansions, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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84%Overall Rating

From 88 ratings
  • 77%Character
  • 82%Security
  • 91%Location
  • 94%Staff
  • 70%Atmosphere
  • 90%Cleanliness

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87%

I just stayed here a few nights on my way to Vancouver and I was impressed. Miss Li was very welcoming, informative and the location of the hostel is excellent if you want easy access to downtown Kowloon, Kowloon park and the harbor. There are loads of good quality restaurants to enjoy within easy walking distance with easy access to buses, the train system and the ferry. The room is modern, clean but very small, which is not surprising given that space is in such short supply in Hong Kong.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 41+
  • (7 reviews)


97%

One of many stays at Maple Leaf. The staff continues to be extremely helpful. They are starting to know me by name & treat me like an old regular....which I am turning into. When going to Hong Kong this is the guest house I check first for availability. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Bathrooms and showers work just fine. There is a water jug in the "reception" area you can use. Also I have never had an elevator problem here. Do yourself a favor & store your bags under your bed asap it helps.


100%

it's really a small but nice and clean room.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 22 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for your comments. If you are a person that have interests in different things, want to experience the culture of different regions, you may wish to visit here. However, if you have poor impressions on South Asia or Africa, then as a single female tourists, we have an obligation to remind you that, at the bottom of the building which our hostel is located in, there is a huge shopping malls, and have a lot of South Asian and African business shops and the most famous curry restaurant in Hong Kong.you need to get through the shopping mall then arrive at our hostel. Some people would sell goods to you (don't worry about it, they only want to do some business,pls ignore touts) in order to avoid any unpleasant, you'd better get away from them as soon as possibile. If you are not sure about the location of the hostel, you'd better ask the building security where is E Block directly ? An information desk is in the middle of the building. Dressing in security uniforms will help you to direct the location of E Block, you do not need to follow any strangers, so as not to be misled. We remind our potential customers just to make sure you do your research before staying so you know what to expect from Hong Kong hostels. Most of hostels in HK are located in the a little bit older , commercial & residential building. It is because of the low rental price. The apartments / flats are divided into small rooms. If you are muscular men and slim women with long legs, please choose rooms with double bed for one person accommodation or give us an advanced notice. if you prefer to spend your money on the markets ,shops and restaurants rather than accommodation and just need a peaceful,welcome microenvironment and a comfortable bed to rest on and a cleanness bathroom with 24 hrs hot shower. Maple leaf guesthostel is maybe one of your best choices for you . we are located in strategic location in the main tourist district. because it's cheap and convenient. Pls read some reviews(positive and negative comments) of the hostels in Hong Kong before you make booking. it will help you to make a right decision. We remind our customers. If you used to stay in 3 or 4 star hotel or without backpacker's experience, pls don't try to make booking. We think this place is not good enough for you. Thanks a million for your understanding. Best Regards, Manager of Hostel

67%

It is ok, worth its price However, it is not a good place for single girls, because the surroundings are very complex. The elevators are too busy and too small. There are a lot of foreign bussiness people over there.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Dear customer, Thanks for your comment. Our hostel is located in a little bit OLD buildings with MULTIETHNIC atmosphere due to the limited and expensive lands in Hong Kong. From the entrance to the interior of the building make you feel like the SOUTH EAST ASIA and AFRICAN cinema come alive in your face. As an Asian International City ,Most of the hostels in HK are located in the a little bit older , commercial & residential building. The apartments / flats are divided into small rooms. If you think the price, cleanliness and location,Securtiy are your first priority . Maple Leaf Guesthouse maybe is one of your best choices. Our aim is to be the hostel for backpackers and student travel, and every traveler looking for great budget accommodation in expensive Hong Kong. No worries,No service charge,No Hassle.If you used to stay in 3 or 4 star hotel or without backpacker's experience, pls don't try to make booking. We think this place is not good enough for you. Warmest Regards, Manager of Hostel

87%

Was a bit hard to find the right elevator in Chunking Mansions. Ask security guard to point you the right elevator. Strangers tried to sell us fake rolexs, hotel rooms, weed, coke etc etc right after the A21 bus opened its doors. Just say "No thank you" to all and you will be fine :) Rooms was clean and small. Staff was friendly and advised us to find things to do in Hong Kong. Overall it was pleasant two nights stay, thank you!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Finland
  • Couple 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


77%

Nice and friendly Miss Lee, first person u will see when u reach the hostel. She recommended us to buy advance tickets from her which is great as you get to skip the ticketing Q plus save 10-20 HKD for each ticket! The queue was super long at the cable car terminal but with our vouchers, i think we saved at least 2 hours queuing up for it! The room is as small as a storeroom but there\'s heater and tv. The lift is slow and the lobby is a bit intimidating but once u get out of it, hey! u are in a prime locat


93%

I'm tired of hearing people say Chungking Mansion is sketchy. YES, THE INDIAN GUYS ARE CREEPY! However, there are plenty of perfectly good places to stay for a very reasonable price if you know where to look. Maple Leaf Guesthouse is one of those places. It is safe, clean, and run by helpful people. If you want a big room & a view go pay 50x as much somewhere else. Maple Leaf is a great place to stay for the budget traveler in HKG.


83%

Very small room (only for sleeping), but spotless clean and up-to-date interior with friendly and helpful staff. You can hardly can better in this category.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Hungary
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


67%

Maple Leaf room was good & very clean even though it's the tiniest room I've ever seen. Room basically had space for the bed only. I had to keep backpack on the bed. Staff was friendly & helpful with tour information. Location of the building is a best & central location. Once you get off the building, you are close to all. However, the ground floor & lift of the building is the dirtiest, worst & scariest place I've ever seen with very scary people.  Seems like ground floor is a black market. 

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 31-40
  • (4 reviews)


83%

I was very happy with my time at the Maple Leaf Guest House. While some have professed to have had difficulty finding their way to the facility through the shopping area, I had absolutely no problem what so ever. Additionally, I hade zero difficulty with "touts". They were there but you just have to be strong and polite with a "no thanks". All in all, a fine experience. I never met John but Miss Lee was wonderful and extremely helpful.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


67%

They do not accept credit card.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Russia
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

Good and clean:) I love that place:)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


90%

I was very happy with this guesthouse, the owners were very lovely and happy to help with anything. The room was small but it had everything i needed so i was fine with it for the great price. The Chungking Mansions can be a bit daunting when you first go in, but the security staff is helpful with finding your hostel and if you just ignore or say no to the shop hawkers they don't bother you. I never felt unsafe even as a solo traveller. i would definately go back :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


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