Shanghai Hostels
Hostels in Shanghai are a great pick for budget-minded travellers who enjoy meeting new people and staying in lively social spaces. Many offer shared kitchens, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and common areas such as bars or game rooms. It’s a friendly, easygoing option that keeps travel simple and sociable.
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 9.4/10 from 8811 guest reviews.
• Convenient to Shanghai BusTour, only 0.24km.
• Price range: AU$23-AU$1,042.
2. No.1 International Youth Travel Service
• Guests particularly enjoy the Electronic Identification Registration, Postal Service, and Luggage Storage.
• With a rating of 9.3/10 from 1916 guest reviews.
• Convenient to The Bund, only 0.37km.
• Prices from AU$12 to AU$259.
3. Oriental Paris Girls' Youth Hostel (Shanghai Railway Station Branch)
• Guests particularly enjoy the Carbon Monoxide Alarm, KTV, and Electronic Identification Registration.
• Rated 9.6/10 based on 1081 reviews.
• Black Museum is only 0.54km away.
• Price range: AU$32-AU$58.
The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for December 28-January 3.
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
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Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
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9.5/10
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From AU$28
93
Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
1951 reviews
8.6/10
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From AU$10
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9.5/10
Outstanding
AAnonymous UserAmong the hostels I've stayed in, this one stood out for its facilities, environment, and cleanliness. Fresh bed linens (sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases) are provided for each new guest, which you put on yourself. I've had experiences with smelly blankets in other hostels, but thankfully, the duvets here were fresh and odor-free. The bathrooms were also clean and free of any unpleasant smells. The sinks are a bit on the small side, which can make it cramped for toiletries. I'd suggest adding a few hooks above each sink; it would be much more convenient to hang items. Some of the adjustable showerheads worked, while others didn't, but the water pressure was strong, the water was hot, and the hairdryer provided was good. The laundry room gets busy in the evenings, so consider doing your washing during the day. The drying racks also get very crowded, so you'll need to be quick to find a space! While most guests try to be mindful and quiet, varying sleep schedules are unavoidable in a hostel. Light sleepers would definitely benefit from bringing earplugs!
Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 5.7% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$16
9.3/10
Very Good
YYuesefu-This place is amazing! So clean, and my stay was absolutely fantastic. I came for the Xiaoyudi concert and even met a lot of fellow fans here, haha.
I was traveling solo in Shanghai, and this hostel really helped me break out of my shell! The front desk staff are great at getting everyone involved; they added me to the guest chat group right when I checked in, and I found someone to explore the Bund with that same day. The common area is spacious with board games and cards, and they often organize game nights, making it easy for even introverted people to join in. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the soundproofing was good, so it wasn't noisy at all. If you're looking to meet new people in Shanghai, this is definitely the place to choose!
Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )
Hotel near Yu Garden Area, Shanghai 1.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$13
9.3/10
Very Good
GGuest UserNice place, it's good for single people, clean, and nice people I would like to thank Mr. Leon xu he is very good man , helping me and supported me many times , he is fast responding, friendly, respect man , generous man
No.1 International Youth Travel Service
Hotel near The Bund Area, Shanghai 3.5% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$14
9.1/10
Good
AAnonymous UserI reached the hostel around 3am and could check in but had to use the public toilet. I specifically indicated lower bunk when booked but was given upper bunk instead, meaning they do not answer the requests of guests. Do not order parcels to the hostel unless you want to dig through a lot of them as it is messily placed near the rack on the floor and you have to find it yourself which is exhausting, the reception will not help you and if you ask them where it is they also do not know. For this price it is merely a place for basic hygiene and sleep. Prepare your own towel, toiletries and slippers, they only provide shampoo and body wash and toilet paper. The pictures here are not exactly how the hostel really looks like, it's messier than I thought. Still ok place to stay for solo travellers.
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)
Hotel near Lujiazui Area, Shanghai 5.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$14
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:AU$9
8.9/10
GGuest UserThe price is cheap and the expectations are not high, but I didn't expect the king-size room to be in such an environment. The sound insulation is very poor, and the footsteps outside can be clearly heard. At more than seven in the morning, the construction workers were communicating outside, and I was woken up and couldn't sleep.
The multi-person berth is on the first floor outside, and it won't pass here, which may be better than this.
The door of the king-size room is right under these scaffoldings, and I have been considering it carefully recently.
Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)
Hotel near Huaihai Road Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AU$14
8.8/10
GGuest UserThe hostel it isn’t in the main center but with just two metro line (line 2 and line 14) you can reach all the main attraction of Shangai, without taking too long. I tried two different room (because I add one more night once I arrived at the hostel) and the second one was very comfortable (the share room with 4 bunk bed and a private bathroom). The “patio” outside was very nice to read some books, have a dinner or just chat and take some fresh air.
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Flagship)
Hotel near Jing'an District, Shanghai 5.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$13
8.7/10
MM11176****The hotel's location is excellent, just seven or eight minutes from the subway station. If you're coming from the train station or heading to Nanjing Road or the Bund, I recommend taking bus 930; it's less crowded, close to the hotel, and only one or two stops away. The lady at the front desk was very kind; there was an available room, so I was able to check in early. Thank you. The facilities are comprehensive, with a double-door refrigerator, a bathtub, a shower, a smart toilet, and high-end brand air conditioning. Even the hairdryer is a reputable brand worth several hundred yuan. The experience was truly great. I don't want to go into too much detail, but I'll definitely choose this place again when I visit Shanghai in the future. The only downsides were a bit of dampness and some noise from the construction work going on outside the building. That was a bit disappointing. However, it wasn't an issue at night as they stopped working. Overall, it was still perfect. Getting food delivery or groceries was also very convenient.
Weiliu Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City Branch)
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 5.7% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$14
8.0/10
MM49071****The best aspects were the convenient transportation and the clean and hygienic beds in the hostel. It's definitely recommendable! It would be even more perfect if the cleaning frequency were a bit higher.
YeSuXiaoXing Youth Hostel
Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 5.7% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$9
/10
MM306602****The price is very good in the central area of Shanghai... The room is clean and tidy, with refrigerator, kitchen and washing machine. The young manager is very easy to get along with. When I moved to another room that day, I couldn't move everything by myself, so the manager helped me move... I will stay here every time I come to Shanghai...
Duoke Lai Apartment Hotel (Wuning Road Subway Station Branch)
Hotel near Jing'an District, Shanghai 5.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:AU$27
Frequently Asked Questions
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 AU$23) , No.1 International Youth Travel Service (from AU$12) and Oriental Paris Girls' Youth Hostel (Shanghai Railway Station Branch) (from AU$32) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?
For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is AU$37, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is AU$37.
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Shanghai Hostels Information
| Total Properties | 80 |
|---|---|
| Number of Reviews | 128,023 |
| Highest Price | AU$1,087 |
| Lowest Price | AU$16 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | AU$37 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | AU$37 |
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