Youchao 5238 Description

This newly opened lodge looks like it belongs at the base of Mount Everest – a vibe provided by a husband-wife team of white-collar Beijingers-turned-rock climbers, who also opened a hostel of the same name in Tibet. Although a little overboard on the Tibetan trinkets, the two-floor clubhouse features a decent stage for hippie folk-rock; both shoes and talent optional. The breezy atmosphere and reasonable drinks attract a student clientele, who managers encourage to crash in the booths when it’s too late (and they're too drunk) to head back to campus. Two cheers for them!