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 8616 reviews.
• Convenient to Madame Tussauds Shanghai, only 0.26 km.
• Price range: SAR 61-SAR 1,847.
2. Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services
• Travelers appreciate its Carbon monoxide alarm, Cafe, and Bar.
• Rated 9.4/10 from 1076 reviews.
• Convenient to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, only 0.43 km.
• Price range: SAR 60-SAR 351.
3. DENGBA HOSTEL
• Travelers appreciate its Currency exchange, Luggage storage, and Wi-Fi in public areas.
• Rated 8.6/10 from 3579 reviews.
• Only Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street to 0.3 km.
• Price range: SAR 46-SAR 76.
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99+
Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar
Outstanding
8627 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From SAR 50
99+
Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage
Perfect
9.8/10
1 night
From SAR 28
99+
Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage
3626 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From SAR 33
99+
Hotel near Yu Garden Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage
Very Good
1788 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From SAR 35
99+
Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Outstanding
1115 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From SAR 48
99+
Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar
Outstanding
3553 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From SAR 41
72
Hotel near The North Bund Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage
Excellent
2520 reviews
9.7/10
1 night
From SAR 38
69
Outstanding
1398 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From SAR 33
62
Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage
Good
809 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From SAR 42
80
Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Bar
Outstanding
769 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From SAR 56
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9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserI stumbled upon this place by chance and was pleasantly surprised! The room was clean and hygienic, the environment was great, and it wasn't noisy at night. The public areas had complete facilities. It's a shame I didn't find it when I first arrived in Shanghai. The environment is really good, and the bedding is clean, though you do have to put on the sheets and duvet covers yourself. In the shared rooms, each person gets a locker that requires a key card to open, which feels very secure.
Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi
Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:SAR 39
9.2/10
Very Good
AAnonymous User# Stayed in a hostel with weird roommates who clearly missed basic civic lessons in elementary school.
The decor in the common areas on the 1st and 2nd floors is quite interesting. On the street level, there's a small outdoor garden, and a separate entrance for delivery drivers directly to the 2nd-floor staircase. The main entrance, however, leads to the front desk first, then an elevator.
The second floor offers independent tables and chairs for two, large long tables for groups, and comfy bean bag chairs with small coffee tables. There's also a large-screen TV available.
**Environment:**
1. **Convenient Transportation:** It's near Exit 6 of Cao Yang Road Station (Metro Line 3) and Exit 3 of Feng Qiao Station (Metro Line 11). I recommend using Feng Qiao Station as it's closer and you don't have to cross a major road. There are also several bus stops nearby.
2. **Easy to Find:** Located right by the road.
3. **Amenities:** There's a medium-sized supermarket at the intersection, making it very convenient for daily necessities. And of course, plenty of dining options! You can find Northeastern cuisine, local Shanghainese dishes, and a bit further, there are even community canteens for seniors and restaurants serving rice with stewed pork ribs soup.
4. **Room Features:** The four-person sunroom is very well-ventilated and airy.
**Hygiene:** The cleanliness of the common areas was consistently good, just like my last stay, maintaining tidiness from morning till night. However, this time in the same four-person room, my roommates had extremely poor living habits and didn't adhere to the dorm rules we signed upon check-in. Roommate #3, a young guy, constantly ordered takeout and ate it in bed, then left the used disposable tableware and drink cups next to the trash can. Roommate #4, another young person who clearly lacked basic moral education, would throw used tissues from the upper bunk onto the floor in the common aisle below after using the toilet. They didn't forget to toss disposable gloves 🧤 along with them. They also placed their small personal suitcase right in front of the cabinet for suitcase #1, completely disregarding how others would access their lockers. Plus, they had a very bizarre habit of hanging socks on the curtain rod and wouldn't allow the curtains to be closed at night. After I closed them, they'd pull them open again. Seriously, aren't they worried about residents in the opposite building seeing them in their pajamas at night?
**Facilities:**
The bed and bedding in the room this time were excellent. However, the toilet seat was broken, and the drain was clogged. The water drained extremely slowly during showers, leaving my feet standing in water. And when my roommate showered, they left the entire common aisle in the room flooded.
**Service:** As soon as I reported the drainage issue to the front desk via WeChat, a staff member quickly came with a plunger to clear it. That was excellent.
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Caoyang Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch)
Hotel near Changfeng Park Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:SAR 39
9.0/10
Good
GGuest UserThe location of Dengba Hostel is simply tailor-made for lazy travelers! Right outside the door is the subway, no need to wait for buses or taxis, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want. These past few days in Shanghai, I woke up naturally every morning, then slowly took the subway to explore, and came back when I was tired at night, with absolutely no hassle. This kind of travel is truly relaxing! Front desk staff Xiao Wang provided excellent service.
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)
Hotel near Lujiazui Area, Shanghai 4.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 47
8.9/10
GGuest UserThis was my first time staying in a hostel, and the overall value for money was exceptional. The environment was clean, the service attentive, and the atmosphere friendly. It was both economical and comfortable, with no cramped feeling at all. The location is superb, making it easy to get anywhere. Xintiandi, with its many delicious food options and fun activities, is right next door. Next time I'm in the area, I'll definitely stay here again. I especially want to commend the front desk service, which was on point and incredibly thoughtful, making me feel right at home. The hostel's vibe is truly excellent, I genuinely recommend it.
Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)
Hotel near Huaihai Road Area/Xintiandi Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:SAR 37
8.7/10
GGuest UserThe room decor was incredibly thoughtful, vintage yet cozy. The cleanliness was impeccable; the floors and room were spotless and odor-free, which is truly a rare find in Shanghai. The common areas were also very comfortable, especially the dining table area which had a fantastic ambiance – it felt great just sitting and relaxing there. 🛋️ The owner was very kind, communication was smooth, and their recommendations were super helpful. Overall, for a short stay in Shanghai, this place was both quiet and unique, offering incredible value for money. I'll definitely choose it again next time!
Weiliu Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City Branch)
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 38
8.5/10
GGuest UserThe location is great, with everything you need nearby. You can even go for a run along Suzhou Creek in the evenings.
Facilities: The lobby has hot water, a microwave, a vending machine, and a bookshelf with many books. People usually eat and work on their laptops here. They even made Tangyuan for everyone on Lantern Festival.
Hygiene: The restrooms and hallways smell fresh and clean every morning.
Mijia International Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square)
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 26
8.4/10
GGuest UserFirst time in Shanghai, and this hostel is conveniently located in a building with easy elevator access. I stayed in a four-person dorm. The room was a bit small, but the natural light was decent, and having an en-suite bathroom was a huge plus. My main gripe is getting into the top bunk; the ladder design makes it quite difficult to climb, you really need to brace yourself to get up there. The front desk service was good. What I really loved was meeting people from all over China and even other countries, and the hostel hosted various activities. It really fit my impression of Shanghai as a diverse and inclusive city.
Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)
Hotel near People's Square Area, Shanghai 8.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 28
7.9/10
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 6.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 28
7.8/10
BBlackeyedsamuraiBooked this hotel last minute, cause my favorite hotel is closing down business this month and i wanted something nearer cause I’m well versed with the surrounding areas, 1: the first red flag is the reception, mail and deliveries are all piled up and falling off shelves, it’s so dirty and humid, it looks like a hoarder’s poach, they’re no waiting chairs, so you’ll stand while they process the guests that came before you until it’s your turn !! The receptionists are very nice and helpful .
2; no room housekeeping ( you’ll have to ask for someone to come take the rubbish and give you towels or change your bedding.
3: THE FILTH!!! The filth is on level 1000/100 the grime made it hard for me to shower with my eyes open, I’m not sure if the place has a manager and if they care about the the wellbeing of the clients , because from what i saw, the cleaners don’t even bother, the floor had food stains from i think when they just opened, the sink🤮 the bathroom ( that one corner gave me the hibbigibeis) the toilet seat was broken
, everything in the bathroom was broken and dirty , then my charger fell in the space which is between the bathroom glass and the bed, got down to retrieve it and i decided it was best to just a get a new charger instead.
The place if cleaned and cared for would be an amazing hotel apartment, it has great amenities , a washing machine a fridge and a drying rack if you upgrade to a bigger room, a kitchenette that would be great if you are interested in cooking and staying longer and it’ has an Aldi downstairs, a gym and lots of other great places surrounding it . I really hope the owners would read this and take it into consideration and carry out serious supervision or else their property will lose value, The hygiene of the hotel does not only ensure the health and wellness of the visitors who sleep in those walls but also keeps the property value up. Dirt And filth only brings it down and puts the health of others at risk . I really hope they change standards.
qingzhu·Duoke Lai Apartment (Wuning Road Subway Station Branch)
Hotel near Jing'an District/West Nanjing Road, Shanghai 5.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 71
7.3/10
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Shanghai Xianghe Hotel
Hotel near Qiantan, Shanghai 1.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 76
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 SAR 61) , Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services (from SAR 60) and DENGBA HOSTEL (from SAR 46) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?
For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is SAR 93, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is SAR 93.
Which Hostels in Shanghai have gym and fitness center?
Among Hostels in Shanghai, Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund） (from SAR 61) is highly recommended.
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Shanghai Hostels Information
| Total properties | 81 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 121,292 |
| Highest price | SAR 2,621 |
| Lowest price | SAR 43 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | SAR 93 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | SAR 93 |
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