Meet and Stay with Local Women in China
JIMEI
Shanghai
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi this is Jimi. I have been studied fine art for 7 years in Japan•Tokyo (BA+MA) . I am working as an art teacher in Shanghai. I am passionate about to do something could interact with more people during my journey so I started using Couchsurfing and this platform :) I enjoy reading, writing, watching cinemas, baking and researching various recipes in my daily life. During my travels, I often love to exploring new places, local culture and folklores. I consider learning new techniques and languages as my life project. I am also super fond of outdoors like trekking! Hope to make new friends and memories during my journey. Deep connections rather than small talks ;) btw queer friendly here! not a party person most of the time
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Xyla
Chongqing
Can host for:
2 nights
About me
Hi, I’m Xyla from China. I’m cheerful, forthright, and easy to get along with. I love exploring nature, traveling, and connecting with people from different cultures. I’m passionate about personal growth through travel. I traveled and worked in New Zealand from 2023 to 2025, house-sitting in over 20 homes during those two years — it gave me a glimpse into so many different ways of living. Now I’m based in Chongqing, China, i have lived here around a decade and will stay here until end of 2026. After that, I’m planning to visit Europe like uk, Ireland Germany, Switzerland , Spain Italy etc and have been applying for art residencies recently. I used to work as an art teacher in China for about four years before moving to New Zealand, where I explored hospitality, global retail fashion, and early childhood education. Last job was as an operations manager in real estate. Looking for a remote job to travel more freely. I’m a cat lover who’s been into art and fashion for years. I still create occasionally and like to remake items. Also a storyteller who loves sharing and listening to people’s stories. I’ve explored the world in different ways — from snow mountain hikes to RV trips at high altitudes and treks through no man’s land. Open to good conversations and might connections 🌿
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Zhi
Changsha
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hey I'm Zhi. Nice to meet u! 💻 Digital nomads (or want to be🤣) 💎 Currently working in web3 industry as project manager 🏃🏻♀️ Love ⛸figure skating & 🧗♀️bouldering (but still not doing well in both - I will some day :D ) 💖 Actively planning on retaking bachelor on psychological studies 💪 Feminist
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Hannah
Qingdao
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
🌷 About Me A curious soul with a soft heart and an independent mind. 🌍 I’m a little introverted, but I love meaningful conversations, discovering new places, and connecting with people from different cultures. I believe there’s no single right way to live, and I’m slowly learning to worry less, embrace the unknown, and enjoy the little things in life. Still figuring things out, still growing, and always excited to see more of this beautiful world. ❤️
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Sijie
Shanghai Disney Resort
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hii I’m Sijie (Jessica), a final year student studying at Fudan University at Yangpu District, a place with lots of colleges and amusements. We all agree that it is the “youngest” place in Shanghai. I’m a local at Pudong New District, near the Disneyland Resort. So I can speak Shanghainese too :) My home with my parents is at the boundary between countryside and town, so lots local experiences to explore. I also raise two Labradors at home, Riddle and Sherlock. I had two exchange programs at Hongkong and Graz, which were wonderful. And I met lots of nice people during my exchange and traveling journey. So it’s nice to host other girls when you come to visit Shanghai :D Both hosting and meetups in Shanghai are welcomed.
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Gamze
Xiamen City
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
Hi I’m Gamze, I live in Xiamen China and I’m planning to go to Japan from 04/06 till 11/06. I like to eat, hike, culture exploring, music etc 🌸
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Niamh
Beijing
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
I’m a British teacher living in Beijing, attempting to travel around Asia as much as I can during the holidays. Happy to meet people coming here to Beijing or in places I’m travelling to! Not able to host due to rules of my accommodation but would be lovely to meet visitors to Beijing and China :)
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Yasmin
Shanghai
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
I‘m living in Shanghai right now, I’m from a small city in Russia, i’m half turk but my turkish is not really good haha, want to make it better, also i’m learning chinese. hope will find friends here!
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hooo
Guangzhou
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
I am an artist from Guangzhou and also a queer🌈 In Guangzhou, I organize some events in my home which is a semi-open space. I have a cute dog and I love to make delicious Cantonese soups, hope to share soup with you🤣🤣
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Mei
Guangzhou
Can host for:
3 nights
About me
hi，my Chinese name is Mei. I’m a solo traveler from China currently exploring different countries and cultures at my own pace. I work in healthcare during my normal life, but I travel to slow down, reset, and reconnect with the world in a more human way. I’m easygoing, clean, and respectful of shared spaces. I enjoy good conversations, but I also value personal space and quiet time. I’m not the type who needs constant entertainment — I’m just as happy walking around a city alone as I am sharing stories over dinner. I’m especially into swimming, dance, tennis, and anything that involves movement and feeling present in my body. I also enjoy discovering local food, museums, and everyday street life. What I appreciate most in hosting is authenticity — no pressure, no performance, just genuine cultural exchange. I’m always happy to share my own perspective and learn yours. Looking forward to meeting kind, open-minded people along the way.
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Tallulah
United Kingdom
Pingdingshan, Solo travel
I think there’s a good chance that this may be the only review of Pingdingshan. I made friends with someone who lived here, and the family offered to let me stay in one of their houses for 2 weeks. Not much in Pingdingshan itself - it’s very industrial and definitely not a tourist stop! I met wonderful people here and I felt like I was living in China. We drank tea, went shopping, ate dinner out and did karaoke - it almost felt like being at home. Our lives were both so different and yet...
Posted: October 27, 2026
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