ID WeChat or emails hostels Lanzhou and Xiahe-Labrang

Question

Good morning. I'm interested in getting WeChat IDs and email addresses for hostels and hotels in Lanzhou and Xiahe so I can contact them and book services. I'm unable to find them online. Thank you.

Answer

Contacting hostels and hotels in Lanzhou and Xiahe (Labrang) directly via WeChat or email can sometimes be challenging, as many smaller establishments in these regions primarily use WeChat for communication and do not have widely advertised emails or international booking platforms.

Here are some steps and options to reach accommodations in these areas:

Use major booking platforms with host contact details: Websites like Booking.com, Agoda, Hostelworld, and CTrip often list small hotels and guesthouses. After booking or during the booking process, you can sometimes access the property’s email or request their WeChat ID directly.
WeChat search: Many hostels in Lanzhou and Xiahe maintain official WeChat accounts. You can search for the hostel name (often in Pinyin) using the WeChat search function under “Official Accounts” or “People Nearby.” Sending a message via their WeChat account is the most common way locals communicate.
Travel forums and social media: Platforms like TripAdvisor, Lonely Planet Thorntree, and Weibo may list guesthouses with direct WeChat IDs shared by previous travelers. Posting a question on these forums can sometimes yield direct contact info.

Recommended approach for booking:

Identify a list of potential hostels or hotels through Booking.com, Trip.com, or Hostelworld.
Once you have the names, search for their WeChat IDs in the app or contact the customer service of the booking platform to request direct WeChat or email contact.
For Xiahe, many guesthouses near Labrang Monastery operate informally; contacting them via WeChat is usually the fastest way to confirm availability.

Additional tips:

Prepare your message in Chinese if possible, or use translation apps; responses are usually faster when written in Chinese.
Consider booking through platforms that allow cancellation, in case direct WeChat contact is delayed or unsuccessful.
If you prefer, you can also ask your hostel or hotel in Lanzhou to help arrange transfers or accommodations in Xiahe, as they often have contacts there.

In summary, the most reliable way to contact hostels and hotels in Lanzhou and Xiahe is via WeChat, using official accounts, or through booking platforms that can provide direct contact information. Email contact may be limited, especially for smaller guesthouses.

ID WeChat or emails hostels Lanzhou and Xiahe-Labrang

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