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 8640 guest reviews.
• Convenient to Madame Tussauds Shanghai, only 0.26km.
• Price range: IDR 292,939-IDR 9,332,203.
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 1105 reviews.
• Convenient to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, only 0.43km.
• Price range: IDR 211,857-IDR 1,755,019.
3. DENGBA HOSTEL
• Travellers appreciate its Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, and Wi-Fi in Public Areas.
• Rated 8.6/10 from 3616 reviews.
• Only 0.3km to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.
• Price range: IDR 245,859-IDR 392,329.
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
8638 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From IDR 238,013
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Perfect
9.8/10
1 night
From IDR 133,392
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3653 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From IDR 159,547
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Hotel near Yu Garden Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Very Good
1804 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From IDR 149,085
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Outstanding
1133 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From IDR 193,549
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Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
3569 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From IDR 188,318
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Hotel near The North Bund Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
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2537 reviews
9.7/10
1 night
From IDR 190,934
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1405 reviews
9.4/10
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From IDR 151,701
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Hotel near People's Square,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Good
814 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From IDR 201,396
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Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Outstanding
769 reviews
9.4/10
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From IDR 264,168
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9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserThe隐 (Hidden) Youth Hostel is right by the Exit of Metro Line 9, with Tianzifang and SML Center shopping mall nearby, making it super convenient for getting around and finding food. I heard it just opened recently, so it's clean and tidy with no strange smells. You get fresh sheets and duvet covers to put on yourself, which is reassuringly hygienic. Most of the guests are young people, and there are even some foreigners! The front desk staff, especially Xiao Jing, the handsome guy with long hair, and Xiao Lü, the handsome guy with glasses who speaks excellent English, are both really friendly and lovely. This was my first time staying at a youth hostel, and it was a great experience. I'll definitely be back!
Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi
Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:IDR 183,087
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:IDR 183,087
9.0/10
Good
GGuest UserThe location of Dengba Hostel is simply tailor-made for lazy travelers! Right outside the door is the subway, no need to wait for buses or taxis, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want. These past few days in Shanghai, I woke up naturally every morning, then slowly took the subway to explore, and came back when I was tired at night, with absolutely no hassle. This kind of travel is truly relaxing! Front desk staff Xiao Wang provided excellent service.
Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)
Hotel near Lujiazui Area, Shanghai 4.7% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 217,089
8.9/10
GGuest UserThe beds are spacious, and the bedding is soft and clean. The privacy is also excellent, ensuring a very peaceful and undisturbed night's sleep. The owner and staff are incredibly warm and friendly, always ready to answer any questions and patiently recommend local delicious food and fun places, making you feel like a close friend. The atmosphere here is relaxed and comfortable, and I met many like-minded travelers. We chatted and shared travel stories, so I never felt lonely.
The value for money is outstanding, and the facilities are complete. The common areas are perfect for relaxing or working, and the overall vibe is cozy and comforting, making it ideal for solo travelers or friends traveling together. Staying here is not only comfortable and secure but also gives you a strong sense of local life and human touch. I'll definitely choose this place again on my next visit and sincerely recommend it to everyone.
Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)
Hotel near Huaihai Road Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:IDR 175,240
8.7/10
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 6.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 177,856
8.5/10
HHeather AvaOne of the first reasons for selecting this hostel was the location and price alone! It is located in a very central part of Shanghai. It’s a busy street but located in walking distance of trains, many local restaurants and a short DiDi ride to main attractions.
The service is great! Quick, easy and efficient check-in process. The desk staff were great in communicating expectations and the area to lead me.
The bathroom areas are clean, showers within the areas. Blow dryers and sink amenities are present.
I enjoyed my nights rest due to the comfort of the bed and linens provided.
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:IDR 143,854
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 8.7% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 130,776
7.9/10
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 6.3% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 130,776
7.8/10
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 5.6% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 337,403
7.3/10
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Shanghai Xianghe Hotel
Hotel near Qiantan, Shanghai 1.2% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:IDR 258,937
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 IDR 292,939) , Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services (from IDR 211,857) and DENGBA HOSTEL (from IDR 245,859) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Shanghai?
For Hostels in Shanghai, the average price on weekdays is IDR 442,338, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is IDR 444,117.
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Shanghai Hostels Information
| Total properties | 82 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 120,813 |
| Highest price | IDR 13,768,139 |
| Lowest price | IDR 204,011 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | IDR 444,117 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | IDR 442,338 |
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