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 9.5/10 from 8892 guest reviews.
• Convenient to Shanghai BusTour, only 0.24km.
• Price range: VND 419,232-VND 10,611,817.
2. Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel (Nanjing East Road And The Bund)
• Travellers appreciate its Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Café, and Meeting Room.
• Rated 9.5/10 from 776 reviews.
• Convenient to The Starry Band Museum, only 0.37km.
• Price range: VND 351,855-VND 1,530,946.
3. No.1 International Youth Travel Service
• Guests particularly enjoy the Electronic Identification Registration, Postal Service, and Luggage Storage.
• With a rating of 9.2/10 from 2058 guest reviews.
• Convenient to The Bund, only 0.37km.
• Prices from VND 224,588 to VND 4,061,312.
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
8872 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From VND 336,883
89
Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, KTV
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1238 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From VND 333,140
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Outstanding
798 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From VND 299,452
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Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
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471 reviews
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From VND 404,260
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9.4/10
Outstanding
MM52928****What an amazing experience! The front desk staff was so enthusiastic. When she saw me struggling with two suitcases, she greeted me while rushing over to open the door and even tried to help me with my luggage. It almost made this big guy embarrassed!
The facilities inside were exactly as pictured, even better. The absolute highlight was the huge 200-300 square meter drying area on the top floor – probably the largest online. Six washing machines and dryers lined up in a row were a huge convenience for long-term guests, and the drying area has a transparent roof, so it's good come rain or shine. The drying area is so massive that a portion of it has been converted into a relaxation zone, with starry string lights on the ceiling. Imagine a few beers and a barbecue up there on a summer night – simply fantastic!
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Caoyang Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch)
Hotel near Changfeng Park Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:VND 213,359
9.4/10
Outstanding
MM469719****This was my third trip to Shanghai. I initially planned for a week, but ended up staying three! (I gained 6 pounds from all the eating, drinking, and leisurely strolling in Shanghai. [chuckle]) I convinced my friend from Nanjing to visit, and under my strong recommendation, she tried a youth hostel for the first time. She gave positive feedback too!
Accommodation in Shanghai is a bit pricier than other places, but other expenses are quite similar. So, staying at this hostel was truly a great value for money. I was comfortable during my stay, and any minor issues were resolved. The location is excellent; I stayed at the Yu Garden branch, which is about a 20-minute walk to the bustling Yu Garden, The Bund, and Nanjing Road. (Actually, the popular restaurants on Nanjing Road walking street often serve mass-produced, low-quality food. I ordered dumplings that were advertised as handmade, but they were just the cheapest frozen kind!) It's like how many famous commercial streets, like Jiefangbei in Chongqing or Chunxi Road in Chengdu, have quite disappointing food options. [facepalm emoji] Instead, I recommend checking out Ximeng Wet Market for local snacks and pastries, crispy fried meat, or walking four minutes from the hostel to Xiangbawang Local Cuisine Restaurant on Huangjiaque Road – it's like a 'senior's cafeteria' with wontons and Northeastern dumplings. The prices are affordable, and there's a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Local eateries are definitely much tastier. Dengba Youth Hostel has several branches in Shanghai. Once, when I was heading back, I accidentally navigated to the one near the train station, and I thought, 'Wait, this isn't right...' Hehe! 😈
People from all over the world gather here for travel, work, study, and life... This place offers a comfortable space for everyone. Thank you for all the conveniences you provide. I was also lucky to have great roommates. Some even gave me apples, lollipops, and snacks – it's so heartwarming to receive gifts from others! I paid attention to the details and saw a variety of interesting, quiet, upright, generous, sincere, hardworking, and cheerful lovely people here. As the saying goes (paraphrased): the 'you' you know isn't the real you; the 'you' others know isn't the real you; the 'others' you know are the real you. I love Shanghai and will definitely visit again, hopefully without gaining more weight! [doge emoji]
Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )
Hotel near Yu Garden Area, Shanghai 2.2% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 217,102
9.0/10
Good
PPrawit NgamsiripolDengba hostel is quite a busy venue with great location,full of teenager energy and vibes,fully booked and a busy place. Some room need T.L.C.at some points such as the bad position of wall mount cloth hanger( the bathroom ) too close to the shower faucet and other fixing. Too many visitors but less maid or housekeeper to keep up especially at evening time.The staff are very helpful via Google translate app.The bed (bunk bed fixing) is quite loose and making squeaky noise every time I turned while sleeping. There are so many food Venues/ stalls in this busy area. So many Chinese youngsters love to order delivery foods. I would love to come back staying again. 4/5 satisfaction. You can ask for an ear plug if you have to sleep with a snorer 🤣🤣🤣. You can get here by taking Metro Line2. and walk to Lmall underground with A/C and following the MRT Line 9 Shangcheng road station exit 2
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)
Hotel near Lujiazui Area, Shanghai 4.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 280,736
8.9/10
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:VND 157,212
8.7/10
GGuest UserThe 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 6.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 232,075
8.7/10
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 6.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 149,726
8.7/10
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 4.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 217,102
8.6/10
GGuest UserThe location is excellent. It's very convenient to go out and play. It's very close to the subway station. It was my first time staying in a youth hostel and the experience was great. The front desk lady who went there at noon was very beautiful and very enthusiastic. She patiently solved my problem. She is so beautiful and so approachable. It's comfortable to deal with beautiful women. I checked in smoothly. The environment is very comfortable and clean. I will stay here again next time. I hope the front desk lady will still be there next time I come.
Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)
Hotel near Huaihai Road Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:VND 235,818
8.0/10
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, Shanghai 4.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 452,921
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 6.1% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 157,212
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 VND 419,232) , Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel (Nanjing East Road And The Bund) (from VND 351,855) and No.1 International Youth Travel Service (from VND 224,588) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?
For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is VND 610,095, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is VND 611,143.
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Shanghai Hostels Information
| Total Properties | 76 |
|---|---|
| Number of Reviews | 116,714 |
| Highest Price | VND 15,144,766 |
| Lowest Price | VND 224,589 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | VND 611,143 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | VND 610,095 |
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