RIYUE Bay ROOTS Guesthouse recensioner

Second time at roots!! I was worried there would be no waves but the boss brought us to a new spot where the waves were spectacular😭. However, even if there are no waves you’ll still find a wonderful community of travelers at roots, always someone to chat with and share a group dinner. I’ll be back next month ❤️

This is a great hostel! The owners are super nice and welcoming (and willing to help in crisis)! This makes the whole atmosphere really relaxing and warm. Hostel has a very homely feel and is well located, only a short distance to beach, restaurants and other amenities. Will definitely be back and highly, highly recommend!

I only spent 5 days at Roots, but I left the place with so many memories that it felt like much longer. The owners, Shuiku and XiaoXiao, are incredibly nice and welcoming: they helped me find a great surf coach, indicated where to get good food and where to surf the best waves (we even surfed together a few times!). They really made sure that everyone at the hostel had a good time: for Chinese New Year, we had a home cooked Chinese New Year dinner for friends and guests. It was lovely. I only speak a tiny bit of Chinese, but this was no problem, as both the owners and many of the guests spoke English. Finally, apart from the nice people, the hostel itself is very comfortable to stay at: it’s clean, in a calm location surrounded by rice fields and cute coffee shops, and only a 5-10min scooter ride to the beach. I hope I can make it back to Roots one day, I already miss it!

This is for real the best hostel to stay at in Riyue Bay if you are looking for a local experience and true surf culture. This place is now my second home in China, and I will return here for sure. I am so glad about my time here and the friends that I have gained.

I was originally planning to stay at Roots for just two weeks, but I fell in love with the place and ended up staying almost a month. I surfed nearly every day, thanks to the longboard I rented from Shuiku and Xiaoxiao, the owners of Roots, at a very affordable price. They also gave me invaluable advice on the best surf spots along the coast, which I could easily explore thanks to the scooter equipped with surf racks that they helped me rent. We even surfed together several times, which made the experience even more special. The hostel itself is beautiful, spotless, and peaceful, perfectly located in the village. It’s just a few minutes from charming cafés set among the rice fields, great local restaurants, and only a five-minute scooter ride to the beach. But what truly made my stay unforgettable was the atmosphere: relaxed, warm, and incredibly welcoming. Sueco and XiaoXiao treated me like part of their family. They invited me to share meals with them (a special mention for the delicious coconut chicken hotpot!) and to join them for drinks at some nice bars with their friends. We even celebrated Chinese New Year together! I met wonderful people there, both Chinese and international travelers passing through, with whom I shared memorable dinners, countless surf sessions, unforgettable evenings, and truly meaningful conversations. If you are still hesitating about staying at Roots, don’t. You won’t regret it :)

I recently stayed here as a Belgian Chinese traveler, and even though my Chinese isn’t very strong, I was welcomed with so much warmth. This hostel is a true hidden gem, tucked away from the typical tourist trails in a quiet part of the village. It’s the perfect location: right by the fields and some very trendy coffee shops, yet only a 5-minute scooter ride from the main bay and the best surf spots. The owners, Shuiku (水库) and Xiaoxiao (笑笑), really made my trip. Shuiku immediately helped me sort out a scooter and personally showed me where to find the best waves, while Xiaoxiao’s English is quite good, which made everything so much easier. They also pointed me toward some local restaurants that were all absolutely delicious. The vibe of the place is just great. It’s incredibly clean because the cleaning lady and Shuiku himself clean the place several times a day. I loved the design of the indoor chill-out area, though sitting outside to enjoy the tropical weather was just as good. There’s a washing machine which is super handy, and you can rent surfboards for a very fair, cheap price. Because the owners' friends drop by almost daily, there’s always a lively, authentic atmosphere. I met a great mix of foreign tourists and Chinese solo travelers trekking around the island by bike or motorcycle. Many Chinese couples and families where staying too, it is very kid-friendly too. I even ended up meeting a French girl there, and we spent a whole week surfing together. If you're looking for a peaceful yet social spot to surf, this is it. =========================================================== （抱歉，我使用的是翻译软件，如果有语法错误请见谅。） 我是一名来自比利时的华裔，虽然我的中文说得不太好，但在这里我感受到了极其热情的款待。这家青旅真的是一个宝藏地，它远离了那种商业化的旅游路线，坐落在村子里一个非常安静的地方。过马路就是田野和几家非常时髦的咖啡馆，位置绝佳：既能享受安静，骑摩托车去海湾和冲浪点也只要5分钟。 老板水库 (Shuiku) 和老板娘笑笑 (Xiaoxiao) 人真的太好了。水库二话没说就帮我搞定了租摩托车的事，还亲自带我去看了最好的几个冲浪点。笑笑的英语说得挺流利，这对沟通帮助很大。他们推荐的几家餐厅也全都超级好吃，完全没有踩雷。 青旅的环境没得说，非常干净，我看到保洁阿姨和水库每天都会打扫好几次。室内休息区的设计感很强，在那儿待着很舒服，或者在院子里享受海南的好天气也很惬意。这里还有洗衣机可以用，冲浪板的租借价格也非常公道。 最让我喜欢的是这里的氛围。老板的朋友们经常过来串门，所以感觉特别亲切、有生活气息。我在这里遇到了很多外国游客，还有不少骑自行车或摩托车环岛的中国驴友。我甚至还结识了一位法国姑娘，我们俩一起冲浪了一整个星期。很多中国夫妇和家庭也住在这里，这里也非常适合带孩子入住。如果你想在海南找一个既能安静休息又能结识有趣朋友的冲浪点，选这里准没错。

My parents and I stayed here for 3 nights here, we enjoyed our stay very much! The home stay is very cozy and the owners are very friendly. Highly recommend!

10/10. I stayed here for 2 weeks, first with my girlfriend (who couldn't speak Chinese), then by myself (can speak some Chinese). Honestly this is the best place to stay in China! If you want to have a good time, warm local vibe, meet cool people, find out the best eating spots, and the option to link up with local surfers (owner and I surfed basically every day together with his other friends), this is the spot. Owner, wife and their friends are super welcoming. Owner and wife can both speak English which is a huge plus. Excellent location, clean and excellent value for money. Don't look anywhere else (and waste lots of time trying other places like me), just book!!!!

Owners speak English, are kind and helpful, and there‘s surfboards for rent at the hostel. Clean rooms, nice shared spaces, occasional shared meals and group activities. Will be back!!

Perfect, good atmosphere and good people (and really clean)

Amazing hostek, amazing owner. will give you all the right tips to enjoy your trip. Very social also and great facilities. 100% recommend

One of the best guesthouses I stayed in. Clean and stylish, no problems with mould. Very warm and welcoming vibe. Owner is very kind and is a great surfer. Walkable distance to the surf pool and the beach (20-30 mins).

I came back here because it's the best hostel I have been in my life...and nothing else to say 😉

One of the best home stays/hostels I've ever stayed at. The host is so nice and friendly. He rented his short and long boards to me for a very fair price, we went out surfing together most mornings. He is always around to help you if you need help. His English is good enough! And his wife is also super friendly and also speaks English! He recommended me where to rent a scooter. & There were some other solo travelers so it's nice to make friends. It's really good vibes and I will definitely stay here again next time I come!