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 8518 guest reviews.
• Convenient to Shanghai Van Gogh Star Sky Art Museum, only 0.08km.
• Price range: £12-£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 1266 reviews.
• Convenient to The Starry Band Museum, only 0.37km.
• Price range: £16-£72.
3. Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)
• Travellers appreciate its Clothes Dryer, First-Aid Kit, and Water Purifier.
• With a rating of 8.4/10 from 7935 guest reviews.
• TASTE OF CHINA Immersive Chinese Restaurant is only 0.35km away.
• Prices range from £10 to £14.
The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for July 12-July 18.
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
8513 reviews
9.5/10
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From £10
99+
Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
3556 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From £6
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Outstanding
1270 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From £13
76
Hotel near Changfeng Park Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry
Good
1161 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From £8
69
Outstanding
1541 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From £7
68
Hotel near The North Bund Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Excellent
2646 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
From £8
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Good
842 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From £9
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Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
3732 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From £9
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
7939 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From £7
99+
Hotel near Yu Garden Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Good
1926 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From £8
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9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserExcellent, excellent, excellent, excellent!
Environment: Very good
Facilities: Good
Hygiene: Decent
Service: Wow, the experience exceeded my expectations! The room had great natural light, no strange odors, and even the corners were clean. The bedding was soft, and the bathroom had plenty of hot water. The front desk staff patiently explained the local attractions, and their service was really thoughtful. The location is close to the subway and tourist spots, making it super convenient for getting around. Highly recommend!
Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi
Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:£9
9.5/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserIt's rare for a place to get 5 stars from me, but this one truly exceeded my expectations and deserves full marks.
As a hostel, the price is very affordable. Of course, I've stayed in cheaper places, but what really impressed me here was the cleanliness. After checking in, you have to change into slippers before entering the room, which I really appreciate (though I did wonder what would happen if someone had smelly feet!).
Besides the en-suite bathroom in the room, there are also several shared shower rooms and toilets outside, which is perfect for someone like me who comes back late and doesn't want to disturb others. They're not cramped, and there's space to put your toiletries, which is very convenient.
The room uses a password to open the door, which is a bit of a hassle. If you don't have your phone, it's impossible to remember. The lockers in the room also have self-set passwords, which isn't particularly convenient; I saw two people struggling, repeatedly trying to open their lockers after forgetting their passwords or setting them incorrectly.
You have to put on the bedsheets and duvet cover yourself – clean, but a bit of a bother, depending on how you see it. There are cabinets above the bed, which are handy for storing things. There's a washing machine and a common lounge area, but I didn't use either. Overall, during the dozen-plus hours I stayed, my impression was very good (my roommates were quiet, which was a bonus!).
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
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 UserThis is a very cozy hostel, and its close proximity to the subway station makes getting around super convenient. The owner is really enthusiastic and the auntie keeps the place spotlessly clean. The bunk beds have little curtains, which is great for privacy. Even though the room isn't huge, the air conditioning works well and there's plenty of hot water. Overall, it's a great place!
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
8.8/10
GGuest UserI've stayed here for quite a while, and the staff are all diligent, responsible, and have excellent service attitudes, comparable to five-star service, with prompt responses. Some of the facilities are a bit old, but the sanitation is well-maintained; you wouldn't guess it's an old establishment. It's clear why it's been around for so long. Overall, it offers great value for money, and it's very convenient for business travel. If you need to take the subway, it's about an 8-10 minute walk.
Iforest Hostel (Jing'an Temple Metro Station)
Hotel near Jing'an District, Shanghai 6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£8
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
GGuest UserI've stayed in many hostels, and this one is hands down the best! From check-in, the owner was incredibly patient, answering all my questions clearly. Once I arrived, the environment was absolutely top-notch.
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:£7
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 1.4% 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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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 £12) , Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services (from £16) and Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund) (from £10) are preferred.
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.
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Shanghai Hostels Information
| Total properties | 84 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 124,751 |
| Highest price | £667 |
| Lowest price | £10 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | £19 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | £19 |
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