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: THB 553-THB 17,637.

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: THB 642-THB 3,242.

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 THB 454 to THB 617.

The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for July 15-July 21.

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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

8513 reviews

9.5/10

1 night

From THB 445

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Pengpai Art Youth Hostel

Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

3556 reviews

8.4/10

1 night

From THB 287

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99+

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

1270 reviews

9.4/10

1 night

From THB 455

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

Hotel near Changfeng Park Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry

Good

1172 reviews

9.1/10

1 night

From THB 366

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JITINGHOTEL

Hotel near Dapuqiao Area,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Luggage Storage

Outstanding

1541 reviews

9.4/10

1 night

From THB 356

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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

2646 reviews

9.6/10

1 night

From THB 341

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Huamin Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund Branch)

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage

Good

855 reviews

9.1/10

1 night

From THB 430

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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

3732 reviews

9.4/10

1 night

From THB 396

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Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)

Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai

Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen

7939 reviews

8.4/10

1 night

From THB 297

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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

1969 reviews

9.2/10

1 night

From THB 326

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9.6/10

Excellent

GGuest UserGood location, metro very near, loads of eating places right at door, and easy walk to some tourist areas: french concession, Tianzifang. For bund, it's either metro + walk, or bus + walk. Limited common areas: main area upstairs AC, and small downstairs area also used to store luggage, outdoor at front would benefit from more chairs (fairly calm street). dorm beds (comfortable and solid) with curtain, light , international power outlet , aircon , locker safe for each bed; no window in my 8, bed dorm large modern toilets/shower along corridor the promo picture shows plants at entry - they are all gone. People fairly much keep to themselves (china, traveller phone-fixation). hostel can run a lot better with standard procedures/info, and some key signs in english; e.g. common areas, laundry, breakfast (just had a sign waved at me without time to read details - don't know where to locate if I want to buy). In fairness, at checkout, a staff member asked me how my stay was, and any comments (i had decided to move to another hostel for different location, and variety — but the second hostel really wasn't as good location as this one)

Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi

Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai

Price per night from:THB 435

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 11.9% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 396

9.0/10

Good

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:THB 371

8.8/10

GGuest UserThe room decor was incredibly thoughtful, vintage yet cozy. The cleanliness was impeccable; the floors and room were spotless and odor-free, which is truly a rare find in Shanghai. The common areas were also very comfortable, especially the dining table area which had a fantastic ambiance – it felt great just sitting and relaxing there. 🛋️ The owner was very kind, communication was smooth, and their recommendations were super helpful. Overall, for a short stay in Shanghai, this place was both quiet and unique, offering incredible value for money. I'll definitely choose it again next time!

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

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 7.1% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 341

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 6.1% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 351

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 11.9% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 406

8.3/10

GGuest UserThe hotel's location near People's Square is super convenient for getting around and shopping. The environment is clean and quiet, and the front desk staff are warm and attentive. It was a really comfortable stay, and great value for money.

Mijia International Youth Hostel (Shanghai People's Square)

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai 7.1% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 307

8.2/10

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:THB 757

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 6.1% of visitors choose this area

Price per night from:THB 668

7.5/10

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