Shanghai Hostels

"The room was quite clean and had everything I needed, including a closet for my belongings and complete bathing and sanitary facilities. The lobby plays movies, has a bar, and plenty of seating. They even gave me a bottle of Oriental Leaf tea when I checked out."

"Let me give an objective review of my experience: When I arrived on the street outside the hostel, I saw the name, but once inside, there were no signs indicating which floor the hostel was on. I had to check Trip.com to find out. There were some issues during check-in. The front desk staff seemed groggy, as if they hadn't slept well. I booked a 4-person dorm. Initially, I asked if the 6-8 person dorms also had no lower bunks. The front desk said the 6-person dorms still had lower bunks and asked if I wanted to switch, but couldn't refund the price difference. I suggested canceling my order and rebooking, but the front desk told me it was already confirmed and couldn't be refunded. But I hadn't even decided whether to switch, and you've already confirmed my check-in? Regardless, as a consumer, I have the right to choose. The front desk's handling was very unprofessional. During check-in, the first room card they gave me led to a room full of girls. I have to ask, if I got into a misunderstanding and faced public criticism because of this, would the establishment take responsibility? After that incident, I went back to the front desk. The second time they gave me a room card, the '2' in the last digit looked like a '1', causing me to try swiping into another door multiple times without success. I had to go back to the front desk to find out the last digit was indeed a '2'. It took quite a while to finally check in successfully. When I opened the door, I was stunned. I can confidently say this is the smallest room I've ever stayed in at any youth hostel. Forget about having space for luggage; there might not even be space for shoes. It seemed only one public toilet was usable, and it was a single stall. It could get very crowded. Although the only shower room worked fine, it had a somewhat unpleasant odor. I hope the establishment can improve the smell in the shower room. Other aspects were decent. There's a lounge area, vending machines, and a washer and dryer. I still recommend that the front desk staff who checked me in get some proper rest."

"Huge thanks to Melody and Suki at the front desk! My friends were visiting Shanghai, so I booked this place, and it was my first hostel experience – much better than I expected! The hot water system seems better than typical hotels; you won't run out after a long shower. The hairdryer is perfect for girls, with strong airflow. Plus, they even have hand soap, which is a fantastic little detail! All the girls staying here are super gentle, quiet, and don't disturb anyone. 🥹 There's absolutely no noise day or night; everyone uses their phones silently, and at night, people move carefully, queuing quietly for showers. They even offer occasional thoughtful tips, and the restrooms always smell fresh. It's great value for money and very close to the city center. I'd definitely consider staying here again next time I'm in Shanghai!"

"I highly recommend staying here! The front desk staff (especially the lady) was super helpful and always accommodated my requests. The cleaning staff also did a thorough job, and the bedding was changed for every new guest. On the downside, there were occasional instances of people smoking in the hallway despite the cameras, and some roommates would come back to wash up around midnight. Also, disposable toiletries cost 1 RMB."

"Extremely satisfied with my hostel stay! The location is absolutely perfect, right next to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, making it super convenient for shopping and sightseeing. You can walk to all the major commercial areas without any hassle. The room conditions far exceeded my expectations; it had its own window, providing great natural light and ventilation, so there was no unpleasant odor inside. Everything was spotlessly clean, the bed was tidy, and items were neatly arranged, making for a very comfortable stay. My dorm mates were all very friendly, and we got along well, creating a great atmosphere. I especially want to praise the two ladies at the front desk – their attitude was incredibly gentle and enthusiastic. They patiently answered questions about directions and lent out items, and were always quick to help with any needs, showing great thoughtfulness and care. This place offers excellent value for money, perfect for both solo travelers and groups. I'll definitely choose this hostel again next time I'm in Shanghai. I truly recommend it to everyone!"

"Fantastic hostel experience! The location is super convenient, the atmosphere is cozy, and the bedding is clean and comfortable. The front desk staff were incredibly warm and helpful, even recommending tons of local activities. The common areas are artfully designed, and I met so many interesting fellow travelers. It's excellent value for money, and I'll definitely choose this place again for my next trip! Highly recommend to backpackers and young travelers."

"Facilities: The room has a private bathroom with a separate wet and dry area, a sofa, a small table, and a clothes rack. Toiletries are quite comprehensive. However, the lighting setup is not very reasonable; the desk area is extremely dark with no light. Cleanliness: I'd say it's just average. The towels often have holes, and a few times the bath towels had hair on them when unfolded... There were sticky, uncleaned stains on the table... Environment: Soundproofing is not good (actually, it's terrible). There's noise from children playing outside on the first floor, and people speaking loudly in the hallway and lobby. Footsteps on the stairs are also very heavy. Service: The front desk service is pretty good, and cleaning is timely. However, the cleaning staff starts cleaning and moving tables and chairs at seven or eight in the morning, which is incredibly noisy..."

"Didn't notice it when I passed by earlier, but I arrived quite late and easily found it thanks to the ground lights. The front desk was very professional and check-in was quick. It's super convenient for solo travel, especially because it's so close to The Bund."

"# 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."

"This hotel is absolutely, incredibly amazing!!! The staff are so kind and went out of their way to help me. Since I'm a foreigner, I couldn't do laundry or go shopping, but the staff helped me with those tasks and we even had a nice chat. Thanks to everyone, my memories of Shanghai turned into happy ones. I highly recommend this hotel!"