Revitalised from Mei Ho House, the only surviving Mark I H-shaped resettlement block built in 1954, the hostel provides 129 rooms which are renovated from the original units. The hostel is equipped with nostalgic themed rooms, retro-styled café and a heritage museum to introduce you to the district’s unique culture.

Soak up the unrivalled views of Victoria Harbour and Tsing Ma Bridge at the 270-degree sea view observation deck, and enjoy the sublime sunset vista at the sea view twin rooms, or go for a historic walk to visit the WWII Mount Davis Battery relics near the hostel.

Adjacent to Plover Cove Reservoir, the hostel spares you the effort to reach the main dam to enjoy a leisurely stroll, cycling or kite flying. Pick one hiking trail next to the hostel to Pat Sin Leng, Bride’s Pool or Ma Shi Chau Special Area to see sedimentary rocks, followed by a barbecue dinner at the public barbecue site nearby.

As a destination for nature lovers, the hostel is situated in a spectacular landscape and surrounded by attractions full of Chinese flair including the Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, and the Wisdom Path. It is also close to various fascinating hiking trails such as the famous Lantau Trail. If you are up for the challenge, why not screw up your courage to conquer the 934-metre Lantau Peak for the unbeatable sunrise at hilltop?

The Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park, an important marine conservation site in Hong Kong, is only 20 minutes on foot from this easily accessed Sai Kung hostel. The water in the park is so clear that visitors can spend hours snorkelling and admiring the colourful fishes and coral clusters. There is a vast number of hiking trails and remote farming communities to explore adjacent to the Pak Sha O Hostel. It is an ideal place for stargazing as well.

Situated next to the Chek Keng Pier, the hostel is the destination for outdoor junkies all year round. Fishing from the pier in spring, enjoying all kinds of water sports under the hot summer sun at the water sports centre, and what’s better than hiking in autumn and winter? You can also walk along the Maclehose Trail to Tak Long Au and the mangrove at To Kwa Peng and even challenge yourself to reach Sharp Peak, the highest spot in Sai Kung, to marvel at the natural wonders at Tai Long Wan.

The youth hostel enjoying the highest altitude in Hong Kong guarantees you an unforgettable experience. Start your journey at dawn to reach the summit of Tai Mo Shan at 957m for sunrise, seas of clouds and frost in severe winter. Then have traditional Cantonese dims sum breakfast at the local restaurants at Chuen Lung. Finish your day with a barbecue dinner at the hostel, gazing at the stars and chatting through the night.