Summer 2017, both Jake Canning and I decided to go on a round Hainan road trip by motorbike, 14 locations in 14 days. Although I have lived in Hainan for close to nine years now, it’s safe to say that there are still many, many places left to explore.

Sanya Universe Traveler Hostel is located in, quite possibly, the most advantageous area of the Da Dong Sea district. The prices are unbelievably impressive, considering that they are in the middle of one of Sanya’s more prominent hot spots and, subsequently, are only a short walk from one of China’s best beaches.

Located in a side street off of Wenming Road, Ola Hostel is a rare delight that has to be experienced to believe. Converted from a traditional style southeast Chinese apartment into a hotel 2 years ago by a local family, there is a lot of charm to be found in this place.