Hostels in Shanghai, China

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Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai 8.7% of visitors choose this area
AAnonymous User 2026.04.08
Overall, my stay was pretty decent. The location was super convenient, the price was reasonable, and the facilities were generally good for the cost. However, there are a few areas that could definitely use some improvement. For instance, adding a hook for bags in the bathroom and providing a clothes dryer would be really handy. More importantly, I think the hotel needs to be stricter with enforcing its house rules. During my stay, there were a few situations that made me quite uncomfortable. For example, while I was eating in the common area on the third floor, there were strangers intimately kissing, which felt inappropriate for a public space. Also, there were foreign guests being loud in the hallways during quiet hours. On top of that, I noticed both Chinese and other foreign guests frequently coughing without wearing masks, which not only disturbed my rest but also raised concerns about hygiene. Furthermore, the lights weren't turned off at the designated time, and some of my roommates were constantly entering and exiting the room late at night, making noise from opening their luggage, lockers, and bags, which disrupted my sleep. The room environment wasn't very peaceful, and some roommates were quite unfriendly and lacked basic courtesy. The common areas were also a bit messy with luggage and other items left lying around. While I understand that not all these issues are solely the hotel's responsibility, I still suggest that better management and stricter rule enforcement would significantly improve the overall guest experience. Also, some of the staff had trouble understanding basic English words, like ”sheets,” which made communication a bit challenging at times. Finally, when I arrived, the escalator was broken. The staff initially seemed a bit hesitant to help, but they did assist me in the end. I get that it might not have been her job, but the broken escalator wasn't my fault either. On a positive note, I'd like to thank the housekeeping staff for consistently keeping the place clean, and I'm also grateful to the front desk staff for lending me an adaptor.
Outstanding
8618 reviews
9.5/10
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Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai 6.9% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.03.23
The location is great, with everything you need nearby. You can even go for a run along Suzhou Creek in the evenings. Facilities: The lobby has hot water, a microwave, a vending machine, and a bookshelf with many books. People usually eat and work on their laptops here. They even made Tangyuan for everyone on Lantern Festival. Hygiene: The restrooms and hallways smell fresh and clean every morning.
1929 reviews
8.6/10
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AED 29
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Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai 8.7% of visitors choose this area
NNianjiujiu 2026.04.15
This hostel is great! Its location is super convenient, close to the subway and shopping areas, making getting around a breeze. Although the room is small, it's fully functional, with comfortable bedding, reliable hot water, and a strong Wi-Fi signal – everything you need for a basic stay. The common areas are clean and tidy, equipped with a microwave, fridge, and other amenities for heating food and storing items. The front desk service is efficient, with quick check-in and check-out. Overall, it offers excellent value for money, perfect for budget travelers.
3560 reviews
8.6/10
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Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai 8.7% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.04.11
Found a super healing hostel on the Bund in Shanghai! ✨ Hi House's relaxed vibe really hit the spot. The open-plan communal areas make it easy for solo travelers to meet like-minded people, feeling free and warm. Every detail shows thoughtfulness, from the clean, new bathrooms and huge lockers to the adjustable warm bedside lamps. There's even a co-working space and a gym, so you can balance life and your passions while traveling. Even more delightful were YoYo, Alice, and Melody, the staff members. They were gentle yet professional, adding so much warmth to my trip with their excellent service. The location is also impeccable, within walking distance to Nanjing Road, and the stunning Bund night view is practically at your fingertips. My trip to Shanghai was made even more perfect thanks to Hi House. See you again next time! ~
Outstanding
1065 reviews
9.4/10
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Hotel near Lujiazui Area,Shanghai 4.4% of visitors choose this area
JJett 2026.03.01
True to its name, this hidden gem is tucked away amidst the bustling Lujiazui Binjiang area, offering a tranquil escape. With its white walls, bluestone accents, and secluded courtyard, it truly feels like a hidden paradise. You can tell it's the work of a master; staying here is addictive, making you a true 'addict' of this serene haven.
1680 reviews
8.8/10
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Hotel near Train Station Area,Shanghai 6.9% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.01.07
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3656 reviews
8.5/10
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Hotel near Zhongshan Park Commercial Area,Shanghai 2.8% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.03.04
[”The apartment is clean and tidy, with great natural light and ventilation, making for an excellent living experience!”,”The location is convenient, with complete facilities, and the property management service is attentive, making for a comfortable and worry-free stay.”,”The space is well-designed, the decoration is exquisite, and the sound insulation is good. It offers great value for money and I highly recommend it!”,”The community is quiet and comfortable, well-managed, and offers maximum convenience for daily life. I'm very satisfied!”]
479 reviews
8.5/10
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Hotel near People's Square Area,Shanghai 8.7% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.04.21
Very convenient close to the Bund, but I had trouble finding it. It was located inside an office-like looking building. Once I got to the floor, the English name that was written on the wall was different from the one given here on Trip. I was given a key card, that was of no use, because my room couldn't be locked. The room was filled with someone's belongings as if someone moved into the room. My bed was clean though :) Staff was nice
7082 reviews
8.5/10
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Hotel near Changshou Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
GGuest User 2026.04.17
In fact I stayed 4-Bed Female Dorm. It is very protected, by a separate door. The room was spacious, clean and quiet. I didn't expect that much pleasant. Staff are lovely, friendly and helpful when I checked in. I also leave my luggage on my last day before heading for the airport(8 hrs free). Bathroom, shower room and the hallway are clean and neat. The shower room has good enough space and there is separate door so you can have dry tower, clothing, and other belongings with you. That was awesome. The only thing that I was not quite satisfied is the location. Shanghai is a big city, of course. Many attractions are scattered all over direction in the city. The closest metro stop is about 15 min walk away. Desti is just located in the middle of all popular attractions, it means you need time to get there. Except that, it was perfect to stay. I loved 4-bed female dorm, upgraded.
Outstanding
755 reviews
9.4/10
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Hotel near North Sichuan Road Commercial Area,Shanghai
GGuest User 2026.04.06
My first time staying in a capsule hotel and I was amazed by MiCang! The space was sufficient, the bed comfortable, and the privacy curtain extra thick. It was clean and odor-free, and the common areas were spotless. Plenty of hot water and clean bathrooms. Close to the subway, making travel convenient. The front desk staff were super patient – a perfect experience! MiCang is clean, quiet, and safe – everything you could ask for. The capsule was comfortable with good privacy, so I wasn't disturbed. The common areas were tidy, and the hot water was consistent. The front desk service was excellent, and check-in was fast. Convenient location and great value for money – highly recommend! I just hope the cleaning staff could be a bit more thorough.
Outstanding
98 reviews
9.4/10
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AED 44
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9.5/10
Outstanding
AAnonymous UserOverall, my stay was pretty decent. The location was super convenient, the price was reasonable, and the facilities were generally good for the cost. However, there are a few areas that could definitely use some improvement. For instance, adding a hook for bags in the bathroom and providing a clothes dryer would be really handy. More importantly, I think the hotel needs to be stricter with enforcing its house rules. During my stay, there were a few situations that made me quite uncomfortable. For example, while I was eating in the common area on the third floor, there were strangers intimately kissing, which felt inappropriate for a public space. Also, there were foreign guests being loud in the hallways during quiet hours. On top of that, I noticed both Chinese and other foreign guests frequently coughing without wearing masks, which not only disturbed my rest but also raised concerns about hygiene. Furthermore, the lights weren't turned off at the designated time, and some of my roommates were constantly entering and exiting the room late at night, making noise from opening their luggage, lockers, and bags, which disrupted my sleep. The room environment wasn't very peaceful, and some roommates were quite unfriendly and lacked basic courtesy. The common areas were also a bit messy with luggage and other items left lying around. While I understand that not all these issues are solely the hotel's responsibility, I still suggest that better management and stricter rule enforcement would significantly improve the overall guest experience. Also, some of the staff had trouble understanding basic English words, like ”sheets,” which made communication a bit challenging at times. Finally, when I arrived, the escalator was broken. The staff initially seemed a bit hesitant to help, but they did assist me in the end. I get that it might not have been her job, but the broken escalator wasn't my fault either. On a positive note, I'd like to thank the housekeeping staff for consistently keeping the place clean, and I'm also grateful to the front desk staff for lending me an adaptor.
Dayin International Youth Hostel(East Nanjing Road & The Bund)

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

Hotel near People's Square Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 49
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserI stumbled upon this place by chance and was pleasantly surprised! The room was clean and hygienic, the environment was great, and it wasn't noisy at night. The public areas had complete facilities. It's a shame I didn't find it when I first arrived in Shanghai. The environment is really good, and the bedding is clean, though you do have to put on the sheets and duvet covers yourself. In the shared rooms, each person gets a locker that requires a key card to open, which feels very secure.
Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi

Dayin International Youth Hostel -Tianzifang & Xintiandi

Hotel near Dapuqiao Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 38
9.2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserWhat 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)

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

Hotel near Changfeng Park Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 39
9.3/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe environment here is great. The common areas, equipped with a TV, large tables, and drinking water, are spacious and relaxing. In terms of cleanliness, the outdoor areas are tidied daily by staff, so it's very clean. The service is excellent and very friendly. This is a perfect choice if you're a solo traveler or on a temporary business trip in the city center with a limited budget. The transportation is incredibly convenient. Fantastic!
Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )

Demba Inn (Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store )

Hotel near Yu Garden Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 32
7.3/10
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Shanghai Xianghe Hotel

Shanghai Xianghe Hotel

Hotel near Qiantan, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 78
8.7/10
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)

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

Hotel near Train Station Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 35
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)

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

Hotel near Jing'an District/West Nanjing Road, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 69
8.5/10
GGuest UserVery convenient close to the Bund, but I had trouble finding it. It was located inside an office-like looking building. Once I got to the floor, the English name that was written on the wall was different from the one given here on Trip. I was given a key card, that was of no use, because my room couldn't be locked. The room was filled with someone's belongings as if someone moved into the room. My bed was clean though :) Staff was nice
Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)

Duoyuan Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund)

Hotel near People's Square Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 27
8.8/10
GGuest UserMy experience at this hostel truly exceeded my expectations. The entire place was clean and tidy; both the common areas and the beds were meticulously maintained, with no strange odors or clutter. The bunk beds were comfortable with clean, soft bedding, and the soundproofing was decent, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The front desk staff were friendly and patient, promptly addressing any issues, and both check-in and check-out were smooth. The communal bathrooms were cleaned frequently, hot water was consistent, and toiletries were well-stocked – the attention to detail was impressive. The location is convenient, making it easy to get around and go shopping. It offers fantastic value for money. I'll definitely prioritize staying here again next time I'm in the area, I truly recommend it to everyone!
Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)

Microflow (Shanghai Xintiandi Branch)

Hotel near Huaihai Road Area/Xintiandi Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 42
9.4/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserFound a super healing hostel on the Bund in Shanghai! ✨ Hi House's relaxed vibe really hit the spot. The open-plan communal areas make it easy for solo travelers to meet like-minded people, feeling free and warm. Every detail shows thoughtfulness, from the clean, new bathrooms and huge lockers to the adjustable warm bedside lamps. There's even a co-working space and a gym, so you can balance life and your passions while traveling. Even more delightful were YoYo, Alice, and Melody, the staff members. They were gentle yet professional, adding so much warmth to my trip with their excellent service. The location is also impeccable, within walking distance to Nanjing Road, and the stunning Bund night view is practically at your fingertips. My trip to Shanghai was made even more perfect thanks to Hi House. See you again next time! ~
Hi Cozy International Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund & 24h English Services

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

Hotel near People's Square Area, Shanghai
Price per night from:AED 39

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Total Properties81
Number of Reviews 120,203
Weekday Avg. PriceAED 91
Weekend Avg. PriceAED 91