Shanghai Hostels

If you want a budget-friendly and social place to stay, hostels in Shanghai are a solid pick. They offer shared spaces to meet fellow travellers and plan your activities. Choose one with free walking tours, a guest kitchen, and lockers to keep your things safe.

Trip.com Featured Hostels in Shanghai

1. Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund）

• Travelers appreciate its Dry cleaning, Fax/copying service, and Carbon monoxide alarm.

• With a rating of 9.5/10 from 8688 reviews.

• Convenient to Shanghai Van Gogh Star Sky Art Museum, only 0.08 km.

• Price range: €14-€391.

2. Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services

• Travelers appreciate its Carbon monoxide alarm, Cafe, and Bar.

• Rated 9.5/10 from 876 reviews.

• Convenient to The Starry Band Museum, only 0.37 km.

• Price range: €12-€111.

3. DENGBA HOSTEL

• Travelers appreciate its Currency exchange, Luggage storage, and Wi-Fi in public areas.

• Rated 8.6/10 from 3245 reviews.

• Only Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street to 0.3 km.

• Price range: €10-€20.

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Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund）

Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar

Outstanding

8684 reviews

9.5/10

1 night

From €11

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Shanghai Desti Youth Hostel - Jing 'an Temple, Changping Road

Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar

Outstanding

602 reviews

9.4/10

1 night

From €13

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Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services

Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

Outstanding

903 reviews

9.5/10

1 night

From €10

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DENGBA HOSTEL

Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage

3284 reviews

8.6/10

1 night

From €8

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Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town

Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar

Outstanding

3422 reviews

9.5/10

1 night

From €9

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Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)

Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen

6562 reviews

8.5/10

1 night

From €7

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Huamin Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund Branch)

Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage

Very Good

738 reviews

9.2/10

1 night

From €10

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One Forest Youth Hostel (Shanghai Overseas)

Hotel near The Bund Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room

1120 reviews

8.7/10

1 night

From €8

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Pengpai Art Youth Hostel

Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage

3612 reviews

8.7/10

1 night

From €6

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Dengba Inn (Shanghai Caoyang Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch)

Hotel near Changfeng Park Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Laundry room

Very Good

990 reviews

9.2/10

1 night

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9.4/10

Outstanding

PPHUONG ANH PHAM LEThe hostel is good overall. The staff are extremely friendly, warm, and attentive. I had heavy luggage, and one of them helped me carry it upstairs (there’s no elevator) without me even having to ask the second time—really appreciated.❤️ The room is modern and clean. The cleaning lady sweeps the floor and takes out the trash every day. The location is excellent, very close to Subway Line 10, which covers most major tourist attractions, so there’s little need to change lines. Overall, it’s great value for budget travelers. The only downside is that the bunk beds are quite squeaky. My first upper-bunk roommate moved a lot, and every movement felt like I was being shaken. Luckily, my second roommate was much gentler—she spoke softly and was very careful when getting into bed. That part really comes down to luck. You can still feel the bed move whenever the other person moves. If you’re a light sleeper, this might not be the best choice for you.

Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )

Hotel near Yu Garden Area, Shanghai 1.9% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€9

9.4/10

Outstanding

MMissKarenciaBeautiful hostal just as their pictures. The only thing it was a bit messy in the 20 girls room since there were no lockers. But you have your own safe and I left my things there for a long period of time and nothing happened. The staff doesn't speak English, it was funny that the receptionist only point at me my bed no explanation of anything else but everything was easy to find. So overall I do recommend the place the metro station is just crossing the street.

Oriental Paris Girls' Youth Hostel (Shanghai Railway Station Branch)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€12

9.0/10

Good

MM271849****Working in Pudong over the weekend, I was too tired to head home, so I looked for a good value-for-money place nearby. The front desk staff, especially Feifei, was excellent. The best part about the accommodation is its zero-distance proximity to the subway entrance. The lobby is a hidden gem – you can relax, eat takeout, and chat with friends, it's super cozy. The accommodation itself is incredibly quiet; everyone is very considerate. The rooms have private bathrooms, and there are even extra ones outside, so no waiting to freshen up. The luggage storage service was a thoughtful touch. This chain hostel definitely lives up to its reliable reputation!

Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)

Hotel near Lujiazui Area, Shanghai 4.3% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€12

9.0/10

Good

PPato LuI stayed for one night at Dengba Inn and was pleasantly surprised by the overall experience. The location is excellent—just a few meters from the Zhenxin New Village subway station, which made it very easy to find and convenient for getting around Shanghai. The hostel has a spacious common area that’s clean, well-lit, and perfect for relaxing or socializing with other travelers. It gave the place a cozy, welcoming vibe. My room was also larger than expected for a 6-person dorm, with plenty of space to move around and store luggage. The bed was soft and comfortable, and although I had to make the bed myself (which was a bit unusual), the bedding was clean and neatly stored inside the locker along with ample space for my belongings. Once set up, it felt very homey and private. Bathrooms and shared facilities were clean and well-maintained, and the whole place had a relaxed, backpacker-friendly atmosphere. Staff were polite and helpful, although I didn’t need much assistance during my short stay. For budget-conscious travelers or those looking for an easy, comfortable place to stay near public transport, I’d highly recommend Dengba Inn. It offers great value for money, with clean rooms, a fantastic location, and a chill vibe that makes it easy to feel at home—even if just for a night.

Dengba Inn (Shanghai Textile Market Zhenxin New Village Subway Station Branch)

Hotel near Changfeng Park Area, Shanghai

Price per night from:€6

8.9/10

QQimiaonenglixinCleanliness: The room was very clean, including the bathroom, and the bed linen was neat. Facilities: The only downside was that there was no power outlet by the bed, just a USB port, but I didn't bring a USB cable. Location is pretty good too. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Shanghai.

Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)

Hotel near Huaihai Road Area/Xintiandi Area, Shanghai

Price per night from:€9

8.8/10

GGuest UserThe location was in a lively part of Jing'an, although a little far from Jiangsu Road Station. I enjoyed the bicycle ride to the temple nearby, as it was a pretty neighborhood. Unfortunately, that is pretty much all the good things I have to say about this place. The facilities, the entire place in general, was old and run-down. I was assigned a bed at the far end of the room where my cell service cut off. Not really the establishment's fault but something worth mentioning in my opinion as the wifi was often slow. A section of the wood of the opposite bunk bed was black and seemed to be rotting. The air smelled moldy. The bed was huge though, which was nice. The place did not seemed to be getting the love and care it needed. The bathroom facilities were tiny with two shower stalls and a toilet (plus another separate one some distance away). It wasn't dirty necessarily but it wasn't exactly clean either. I did not feel comfortable using it however. None of the staff I interacted with spoke English (my fault for not learning some basic Chinese at least). I was disappointed by the quality I was met with since this is apparently the flagship? It wasn't cheaper compared to other hostels either. I felt bad but had to shorten my reservation and moved to a different place. But your standards might vary.

Dengba Inn (Shanghai Flagship)

Hotel near Jing'an District/West Nanjing Road, Shanghai 4.9% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€8

8.7/10

AAchengdebairimengI was really surprised to find such a clean hostel in China, with absolutely no strange odors. I stayed in a quad room, and it wasn't even full for the two nights I was there, which made for a pretty good experience. The location is super convenient, close to Qufu Road subway station and Jing'an Joy City, making it easy to get around and find places to eat, drink, and have fun.

Weiliu Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City Branch)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€9

8.6/10

SShuaiqiyoucanlandexintiaoThe microwave, water, and disposable cups were a nice touch. There's a bus stop right outside, which is very convenient. The overall environment is clean and hygienic. The communal tables are generally clean, though the white one could be a bit dirtier. There are several restrooms. The one near the mirror in the women's restroom can sometimes be a bit dirty, but the others are all very clean, as are the sinks. Just note that no disposable toiletries are provided, and the room itself is quite small, making it hard to fit luggage.

Mijia International Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€6

7.9/10

GGuest UserIt's also very close to various subway stations by bike, and the price is quite favorable. It's good if you don't have high requirements for accommodation. There are also shopping malls nearby, which is very convenient.

qingzhu·Duoke Lai Apartment (Wuning Road Subway Station Branch)

Hotel near Jing'an District/West Nanjing Road, Shanghai 4.9% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€16

7.7/10

MM52199****The hostel is conveniently located near Exit 10 of Hanzhong Road Metro Station, close to the Shanghai Talent Market. The front desk staff were very welcoming and helpful. The dormitory beds have curtains for privacy, a mirror, and charging sockets. The shared bathrooms were clean. Overall, I had a great stay.

YeSuXiaoXing Youth Hostel

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.4% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:€6

FAQs

What are the best Hostels in Shanghai?

Whether you are traveling to Shanghai for business or fun, Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund） (from €14) , Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services (from €12) and DENGBA HOSTEL (from €10) are preferred.

What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?

For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is €21, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is €21.

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