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 8643 guest reviews.

• Convenient to Madame Tussauds Shanghai, only 0.26km.

• Price range: £12-£369.

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 1154 reviews.

• Convenient to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, only 0.43km.

• Price range: £10-£58.

3. DENGBA HOSTEL

• Travellers appreciate its Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, and Wi-Fi in Public Areas.

• Rated 8.6/10 from 3685 reviews.

• Only 0.3km to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.

• Price range: £9-£42.

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Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund）

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar

Outstanding

8627 reviews

9.5/10

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Yujian hostel（The Bund Nanjing Road Branch）

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

Outstanding

89 reviews

9.5/10

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DENGBA HOSTEL

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

3706 reviews

8.6/10

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Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )

Hotel near Yu Garden Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

Very Good

1835 reviews

9.3/10

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Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

Outstanding

1177 reviews

9.4/10

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Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town

Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar

Outstanding

3623 reviews

9.5/10

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Iforest Hostel (Shanghai Tongji University Siping Road Metro Station)

Hotel near The North Bund Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

Excellent

2565 reviews

9.7/10

1 night

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JITINGHOTEL

Hotel near Dapuqiao Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage

Outstanding

1436 reviews

9.4/10

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Huamin Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund Branch)

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

Good

820 reviews

9.0/10

1 night

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Shanghai Desti Youth Hostel - Jing 'an Temple, Changping Road

Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar

Very Good

822 reviews

9.3/10

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9.6/10

Excellent

JJasonFan2008The transportation is incredibly convenient. It's very close to the subway station, and the surrounding area has many dining options at Ri Yue Guang. Plus, lots of attractions are within walking distance or just a few subway stops away, making it perfect for a longer stay to explore the area thoroughly.

Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi

Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai

Price per night from:£9

9.2/10

Very Good

AAnonymous User# Stayed in a hostel with weird roommates who clearly missed basic civic lessons in elementary school. The decor in the common areas on the 1st and 2nd floors is quite interesting. On the street level, there's a small outdoor garden, and a separate entrance for delivery drivers directly to the 2nd-floor staircase. The main entrance, however, leads to the front desk first, then an elevator. The second floor offers independent tables and chairs for two, large long tables for groups, and comfy bean bag chairs with small coffee tables. There's also a large-screen TV available. **Environment:** 1. **Convenient Transportation:** It's near Exit 6 of Cao Yang Road Station (Metro Line 3) and Exit 3 of Feng Qiao Station (Metro Line 11). I recommend using Feng Qiao Station as it's closer and you don't have to cross a major road. There are also several bus stops nearby. 2. **Easy to Find:** Located right by the road. 3. **Amenities:** There's a medium-sized supermarket at the intersection, making it very convenient for daily necessities. And of course, plenty of dining options! You can find Northeastern cuisine, local Shanghainese dishes, and a bit further, there are even community canteens for seniors and restaurants serving rice with stewed pork ribs soup. 4. **Room Features:** The four-person sunroom is very well-ventilated and airy. **Hygiene:** The cleanliness of the common areas was consistently good, just like my last stay, maintaining tidiness from morning till night. However, this time in the same four-person room, my roommates had extremely poor living habits and didn't adhere to the dorm rules we signed upon check-in. Roommate #3, a young guy, constantly ordered takeout and ate it in bed, then left the used disposable tableware and drink cups next to the trash can. Roommate #4, another young person who clearly lacked basic moral education, would throw used tissues from the upper bunk onto the floor in the common aisle below after using the toilet. They didn't forget to toss disposable gloves 🧤 along with them. They also placed their small personal suitcase right in front of the cabinet for suitcase #1, completely disregarding how others would access their lockers. Plus, they had a very bizarre habit of hanging socks on the curtain rod and wouldn't allow the curtains to be closed at night. After I closed them, they'd pull them open again. Seriously, aren't they worried about residents in the opposite building seeing them in their pajamas at night? **Facilities:** The bed and bedding in the room this time were excellent. However, the toilet seat was broken, and the drain was clogged. The water drained extremely slowly during showers, leaving my feet standing in water. And when my roommate showered, they left the entire common aisle in the room flooded. **Service:** As soon as I reported the drainage issue to the front desk via WeChat, a staff member quickly came with a plunger to clear it. That was excellent.

Dengba Inn (Shanghai Caoyang Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch)

Hotel near Changfeng Park Area, Shanghai

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.

Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)

Hotel near Huaihai Road Area, Shanghai

Price per night from:£8

8.8/10

GGuest UserThe room was very clean, and the bunk beds in the dorm room had spacious and practical shelves with combination locks for storage. Most of the guests were considerate; it was generally quiet and peaceful at night. The restrooms and showers were separated by gender, and the disposable toilet seat covers provided a sense of security. The front desk staff was very kind, and they offered free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out (though you have to put your belongings in the storage room yourself, which made me a little worried about others potentially rummaging through them). There were also a cockatiel and a lovebird in a pet cage in the abandoned (?) cafe on the first floor. I wonder who's taking care of the little parrots 🥹 The only minor drawback was the cleanliness of the washbasin area. It clearly hadn't been cleaned regularly, with limescale, mold, and a lot of hair around the edges. Some guests also washed their dishes in the sink, leaving food residue, which was a bit unhygienic.

Weiliu Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City Branch)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.3% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£8

8.5/10

GGuest UserThe room was clean and tidy, with great natural light and ventilation. Although the bed wasn't huge, it was very comfortable. The location is super convenient for getting around. The front desk staff were warm, attentive, and friendly. This place offers excellent value for money, and I had a fantastic stay. I'll definitely choose this hotel first for my next trip!

Mijia International Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.3% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£5

8.4/10

GGuest UserFirst time in Shanghai, and this hostel is conveniently located in a building with easy elevator access. I stayed in a four-person dorm. The room was a bit small, but the natural light was decent, and having an en-suite bathroom was a huge plus. My main gripe is getting into the top bunk; the ladder design makes it quite difficult to climb, you really need to brace yourself to get up there. The front desk service was good. What I really loved was meeting people from all over China and even other countries, and the hostel hosted various activities. It really fit my impression of Shanghai as a diverse and inclusive city.

Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)

Hotel near People's Square, Shanghai 8.6% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£6

8.3/10

GGuest UserExcept for the smaller room, the air conditioning, bathroom, and services are all very good. The main reason is that the price is affordable. There are not many cheap places like this in Shanghai.

Shanghai Yijia Inn

Hotel near The North Bund Area, Shanghai 1.2% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£15

7.9/10

MM616185****The hotel's location is convenient, with good transportation links nearby. The room layout is well-designed, and it's very clean. The soundproofing is also good, allowing for a quiet and peaceful rest.

qingzhu·Duoke Lai Apartment (Wuning Road Subway Station Branch)

Hotel near Jing'an District, Shanghai 5.8% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£14

7.8/10

MM52199****The hostel is conveniently located near Exit 10 of Hanzhong Road Metro Station, close to the Shanghai Talent Market. The front desk staff were very welcoming and helpful. The dormitory beds have curtains for privacy, a mirror, and charging sockets. The shared bathrooms were clean. Overall, I had a great stay.

YeSuXiaoXing Youth Hostel

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 6.3% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:£5

7.3/10

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