KKris.YFirst off, huge thanks to the amazing staff here: Lu, Li, and Shu! 💕 They’re all so kind, approachable, and generous. Even the cleaning ladies are the sweetest. One time, I had to rush out and left my clothes in the washing machine, and one of them kindly moved them to the dryer room for me. Such a thoughtful gesture that really shows how much they care for guests.
This is honestly the BEST hostel I’ve ever stayed in when it comes to location, cleanliness, amenities, and hospitality. It truly feels like home.
✅ Location
Perfect! Super easy to find on both Google Maps and Amap. The hostel is only a 2-minute walk to People’s Square Subway Station and Nanjing Road, with restaurants, bars, spas, malls, and a 7/11 nearby. I also love that they have an English sign outside super helpful for tourists. Many hostels here don’t even appear on Google Maps (since it doesn’t work in China), so it was a nice surprise this one does. For accuracy though, I recommend downloading Amap, it’s reliable when exploring the city.
✅ Cleanliness
Definitely five-star level. The shared bathrooms and showers are cleaned and sanitized every hour, and the sinks are always wiped dry so your stuff doesn’t get wet when you set it down. That small detail makes a huge difference! They even have a dressing room just for touch-ups, so rare in hostels. Bedsheets smelled fresh, and they gave me clean ones for every night of my stay. And instead of thin blankets, they provide duvets! Such a HUGE plus. As someone who always gets cold feet, that little touch honestly made my nights so cozy and comfortable.
✅ Amenities
They’ve thought of everything. There’s a small gym and yoga studio on the 3rd floor (right next to my room 348 😅), both clean and convenient. Each room also has designated lockers to keep your belongings safe, which gave me so much peace of mind.
There’s also a common station if you want to study or work. But the best part? FREE laundry. Yes, free! Detergent included. And the kind cleaning ladies even help you dry your clothes in the dryer room. They also provide a steamer if you need to iron, which is so much better than the usual bulky ironing boards.
✅ Atmosphere & Hospitality
The vibe here is amazing. It doesn’t feel like just a budget stay it feels like a community. The staff genuinely care and go out of their way to make sure you’re comfortable. Every little detail from helping with laundry to greeting you with a smile makes you feel welcome and cared for. The lobby is cozy and a great place to meet fellow travelers if you’re social, but it’s also quiet enough if you just want to relax.
I’ve stayed in plenty of hostels, but this one stands out. The combination of a perfect location, spotless facilities, thoughtful amenities, secure lockers, and the warm hospitality of the staff makes it unbeatable.
If you’re planning to stay in Shanghai, I HIGHLY recommend this hostel. For the price, the value is incredible: prime location, super clean, free laundry, a gym, secure lockers, and staff that truly treat you like family. I’ll definitely be staying here again on my next trip. ❤️
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