Find Top Hostels in Shanghai
For travellers seeking budget-friendly accommodation with a social atmosphere, hostels in Shanghai are an excellent choice. These lively spaces often feature shared dorms, communal kitchens, and common areas where guests can meet like-minded explorers. Perfect for solo adventurers or groups looking to connect, hostels offer a welcoming environment.
Trip.com Featured Hostels in Shanghai
1. Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund）
• Travellers appreciate its Dry Cleaning, Fax/Copying Service, and Carbon Monoxide Alarm.
• With a rating of 9.5/10 based on 8522 reviews.
• Convenient to Shanghai Van Gogh Star Sky Art Museum, only 0.08km.
• Price range: £ 13-£ 393.
2. Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services
• Travellers appreciate its Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Café, and Bar.
• Rated 9.4/10 from 1246 guest reviews.
• Convenient to The Starry Band Museum, only 0.37km.
• Price range: £ 15-£ 72.
3. DENGBA HOSTEL
• Travellers appreciate its Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, and Wi-Fi in Public Areas.
• Rated 8.6/10 from 3828 guest reviews.
• Only Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street to 0.3km.
• Price range: £ 12-£ 48.
The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for July 9-July 15.
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
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Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
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Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
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1270 reviews
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Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
3732 reviews
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Hotel near Lujiazui Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
1723 reviews
8.8/10
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Hotel near Changfeng Park Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry
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1161 reviews
9.1/10
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
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Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
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923 reviews
9.3/10
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Hotel near Jing'an District,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
1475 reviews
8.8/10
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From £ 9
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Hotel near District of Hutai and Pengpu,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Outstanding
547 reviews
9.4/10
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9.6/10
Excellent
JJiudianshenghuomengxiangjiaThis is, without a doubt, the cleanest and best hostel I've stayed at in Shanghai. It's also great value for money. Firstly, the toilets and showers are incredibly clean, which I know is a big deal for many people. I stayed for two days and one night and never once saw them dirty or messy. The space is also quite large, and there's no unpleasant smell. Secondly, the rooms are spacious too. The front desk provides you with a packaged set of bedding (sheets, duvet cover, pillowcase) and slippers. While it's a bit of a hassle to put them on yourself, it's reassuring to know they're freshly laundered and changed for each guest, so no re-use issues. Thirdly, the location is fantastic, right near Tianzifang. There are plenty of amenities and interesting shops around. Plus, there are many international travelers, giving it a very global vibe. I'll definitely stay here again on my next visit.
Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi
Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai
Price per night from£ 9
9.5/10
Outstanding
MMangguorenMy friends and I chose this hostel for our trip to Shanghai, and we were really impressed. It's super clean, every corner is spotless, and there's no unpleasant smell in either the common areas or the dorms. The service is excellent, and the facilities are comprehensive – the beds are comfortable, there's plenty of storage, and the hot water in the washrooms is reliable. The location is fantastic too, close to the Bund and Nanjing Road, making it really convenient for sightseeing.
Yujian hostel（The Bund Nanjing Road Branch）
Hotel near People's Square, Shanghai 11.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 7
9.1/10
Good
LLuanpaodeyouyuThis was the most pleasant surprise on my solo trip. The bunks were spacious, and the lockers provided peace of mind. The common areas were cozy, with bookshelves filled with travel journals. My roommates were all friendly and quiet, never disturbing anyone. The location is great, close to shopping and attractions, making it super convenient for getting around and finding food. It didn't feel like a sterile, impersonal accommodation; the small, thoughtful details made my journey feel more like coming home. I genuinely recommend it for solo travelers.
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£ 8
8.9/10
GGuest UserEvery time I visit Shanghai, I stay at this hotel. It offers excellent value for money, with well-equipped and clean facilities, and top-notch service. The location is also superb, making it convenient for shopping and dining. What truly stands out is the front desk service; they are incredibly helpful and friendly. I always enjoy chatting with them, and they really go the extra mile to make guests feel welcome and valued.
8.8/10
GGuest UserI really loved it here! The manager and the ladies at the front desk were so nice 💖, always ready to help with any issues. The place was very clean, the aunties were constantly tidying up, and I slept really well and quietly! The shower had great water pressure, and all the toilets in the bathrooms were heated, which was super comfortable in the cold weather!
Weiliu Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City Branch)
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 7
8.5/10
TtonytravelsmondoI am grateful for Xiao Duan and Xiaolin for the help they’ve provided me!!
Great value hostel in a top location — a few honest tips for fellow travellers
The location is absolutely spot-on — right in the heart of things, couldn't ask for better. The staff were brilliant: genuinely helpful and welcoming. They gave me a disposable towel and tissues free of charge, which normally costs ¥3 — a small gesture, but a kind one that made a difference.
A few honest notes if you're coming from somewhere like Japan (as I was): manage your expectations on cleanliness. Japanese hostels spoil you — spotless rooms, no smells, the lot. China is different, and this place is no exception. The toilet had a bit of an odour, and the rooms could do with more regular ventilation. It's not a dealbreaker, but worth knowing.
On the plus side: free drinking water to fill your bottle, paid laundry on-site, and that unbeatable central location. The rooms themselves are decent enough nothing flash, but perfectly fine for the price.
Finding the place: Google Maps is patchy in China at best. I'd strongly recommend downloading Baidu Maps or Amap (高德地图) before you arrive — they're far more reliable here. If you do use Google Maps, cross-reference the address with the Chinese name 登巴客栈 (Dengba Hostel) to avoid ending up on the wrong side of town.
Overall, a solid 4-star stay — perhaps I'm slightly biased coming straight from Japan, but for the price and location, it's a sound choice.
DENGBA HOSTEL
Hotel near People's Square, Shanghai 11.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 8
8.3/10
SShi Rong❶ Super convenient transportation: The location is excellent, just a 5-10 minute walk from Qufu Road Metro Station, and very close to People's Square, The Bund, and Joy City. There are many bus routes nearby, making travel stress-free.
❷ Excellent facilities and security: Separate floors for men and women are very friendly to female guests; beds come with lockable lockers and reading lights, providing a great sense of security; public areas have surveillance, and the 24-hour front desk service offers peace of mind.
❸ Complete living amenities: A public laundry room and microwave are provided, which is very practical for long-term stays or backpackers.
❹ Obvious downsides: Due to the hostel's affordable prices, some really annoying people have also checked in. There were guests smoking in the room and talking loudly on the phone. The funniest thing in my room was when a guest was on the phone in the hallway. Because the room's soundproofing isn't great, someone in my room started cursing and complaining loudly. It's ridiculous how some people don't solve problems directly but just get angry by themselves. If he's so tough, he should go fight the person outside. Acting like a woman, I just can't understand it as a man.
Mijia International Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square)
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.9% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 8
8.1/10
YYizongshaoThe place was very clean, and the facilities seemed to have been renovated and were quite good.
However, the hairdryer kept overheating.
And the soundproofing was absolutely terrible; I could hear every footstep outside, which was a bit scary for someone living alone.
It's a bit far from the subway station, but it's not too bad if you can ride a bike.
Shanghai Yijia Inn
Hotel near The North Bund Area, Shanghai 1.5% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 17
7.9/10
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, Shanghai 6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from£ 14
7.4/10
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FAQs
What are the best Hostels in Shanghai?
Whether you are travelling to Shanghai for business or tourism, Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund） (from £ 13) , Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services (from £ 15) and Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund) (from £ 9) are highly recommended as some of the best hotels.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?
For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is £ 19, and the average price on weekends (Friday - Saturday) is £ 19.
Which Hostels in Shanghai offer parking?
Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund） (from £ 13) offers parking for your convenience.
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Hostels in Shanghai information
| Total properties | 84 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 124,565 |
| Highest price | £ 657 |
| Lowest price | £ 9 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | £ 19 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | £ 19 |
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