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Dayin Youth Hostel - Old Town & People's Square& Rail Hub -Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service

Jing'an, Shanghai

Dayin Youth Hostel - Old Town & People's Square& Rail Hub -Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a...

S
Shigeo
From
Spain
Everything was great. Perfect place for what it’s needed. Wu, May and Huanq are excellent people. They treat you like you’re home. Very helpful and kind people. I recommend this place always.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
Price from
US$109.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund - Free Gym

Huangpu, Shanghai

Conveniently set in Shanghai, Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund - Free Gym provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a garden.

I
Iryna
From
Ukraine
It’s a very nice and comfortable place. Small rooms, nice design and great common space with tea, coffee 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews
Price from
US$49.99
1 night, 2 adults

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

Jing'an, Shanghai

Set in Shanghai and with Jade Buddha Temple reachable within 1.2 km, Shanghai Desti Youth Hostel - Jing 'an Temple, Changping Road offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free...

G
Galvin
From
Switzerland
Perfect location, right in the city center The staff are very friendly and their English is excellent The equipment is all new and very convenient. There is a laundry room and a dryer. my first choice for accommodation during my trip to China.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$48.27
1 night, 2 adults

Dayin Youth Hostel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund -Large Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service

Huangpu, Shanghai

Dayin Youth Hostel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund -Large Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service has a fitness centre, shared...

N
Nathan
From
United Kingdom
Good location, comfortable beds. Very happy with everything. Would stay again. Lots of different beers to choose from in the bar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,578 reviews
Price from
US$130.44
1 night, 2 adults

WeFlow Youth Hostel - Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City

Jing'an, Shanghai

Situated in Shanghai and with Shanghai Railway Station reachable within 1.8 km, WeFlow Youth Hostel - Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking...

P
Park
From
United States
Everything is fine.Come to China for a few days like me, and I think it's worth the price.In addition, there is no map in China that can accept pure English, so I chose Google Navigation.But it keeps showing wrong.Apart from this terrible thing, I think everything else is fine and everything is going well.I love the delicious food in China.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Dengba Inn-Shanghai New World Plaza Branch

Pudong, Shanghai

Set within 1.5 km of Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC and 2 km of Jin Mao Tower, Dengba Inn-Shanghai New World Plaza Branch offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shanghai.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$31.55
1 night, 2 adults

WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi)

Huangpu, Shanghai

Attractively located in Shanghai, WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi) features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

T
Thomas
From
Finland
A store with a very advantageous geographical location.The service staff is very friendly.Let's communicate happily together.I think backpackers are very suitable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$31.81
1 night, 2 adults

Meego Yes Hotel

Jing'an, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and with Shanghai Railway Station reachable within 1.3 km, Meego Yes Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

F
Franziska
From
Italy
Very friendly and English speaking staff, clean accomodation and everything worked
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 728 reviews
Price from
US$23.64
1 night, 2 adults

Shanghai Meego Qingwen Hotel

Jing'an, Shanghai

Featuring a shared lounge, Shanghai Meego Qingwen Hotel is located in Shanghai in the Shanghai Area region, 1.5 km from Jing'an Temple and 2.2 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

J
James
From
United Kingdom
Clean room, great wifi, friendly and helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Price from
US$40.69
1 night, 2 adults

Ma Cherie Homestay

Huangpu, Shanghai

Ideally set in the centre of Shanghai, Ma Cherie Homestay offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

A
Abhishek
From
India
owner is good and polite..They offer us separate bed options,kind and polite.Highly recommended .love to visit again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$47.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 728 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Shanghai

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,578 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Shanghai and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Putuo district of Shanghai, Dengba Inn-Fengqiao Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch is 4.3 km from Jing'an Temple.

From US$36.31 per night

Shanghai Blue Mountain Bund Youth Hostel is attractively located in the centre of Shanghai, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated within 2.6 km of Longhua Temple and 5 km of Jing'an Temple, Dengba Inn - Shanghai Stadium Tianyaoqiao Road Branch offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Shanghai.

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Avg. price/night: US$144.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
This youth hostel has performed very well in terms of environment, service and geographical location, which makes me deeply feel the unique charm and warm atmosphere of the youth hostel. I highly recommend this youth hostel to friends who are about to embark on the journey. I believe that you will have a pleasant and unforgettable journey like me. It's very close to the railway station. It's really convenient! The front desk service is very good! Hee hee, I recommend everyone to live here~
Guest review by
Yifei
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$180.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,578 reviews
Best hostel in Shanghai
Guest review by
Brucculeri
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$78.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews
It was the best hostel I've stayed in so far. It was very clean and the staff was always very helpful. The common area was an open space connected to the terrace and appeared very bright and inviting. I was lucky with my roommate, we got along very well and it made the stay really satisfactory.
Guest review by
Van Anh
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Simple youth hostel, good location, staff was friendly. The bed unit is fine, curtain, plug and a locker. I was in a room for 4.
Guest review by
Anthony
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$180.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,578 reviews
Very well located in the heart of Shanghai with metro near by. Nice youth hostel, comfortable and clean. Everything needed (even a free laundry).
Guest review by
Tania
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$180.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,578 reviews
I had an amazing stay at Dayin! The hostel was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located. But what really made my stay stand out was the incredible staff, particularly Roya, who went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and supported. Her kindness, knowledge, and enthusiasm made all the difference. The hostel's atmosphere was also great, with a cozy common area and an open bar that made it easy to meet new people. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
Jan
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$97.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
This is the best hostel that I have ever experienced in China! With quite a low cost you can get a good living condition in the big city Shanghai. I arrived at night and the court impressed me a lot, it was beautiful and people were relaxed in the court, the room was warm and well-I had a good sleep. the staff there were so friendly and helpful too me. Will get back here when I go to Shanghai again next time.
Guest review by
Annie
Solo traveller