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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...

D
Danilo
From
Brazil
Ninghao and Tang were very nice. I loved the people from Dayin Hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
Price from
US$108.79
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.

M
Mark
From
Israel
We had a wonderful stay! The entire team was incredibly kind and helpful, but we especially want to thank Hazel—she went above and beyond to assist us and made our experience truly special. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well-organized. I will definitely recommend this hotel to all my friends. Thank you again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews
Price from
US$49.87
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...

Y
YUHANG
From
Taiwan
It's a very smart decision to stay at Desti Youth Hostel for my trip in Shanghai. While I was still comparing different hostels in Shanghai, I found out that Desti Shanghai had just opened. It's a chain youth hostel in China. I’ve stayed at their hostels in Chengdu, Xi’an and Hangzhou before! It was a truly pleasant experience. The hostel maintains excellent standards, with very comfortable mattresses and pillows. The common area features a retro-style design that’s really beautiful, and there’s also a great value coffee shop right at the entrance. I’d highly recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$98.27
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...

T
Tamara
From
Netherlands
Had a comfortable stay in the hostel! It’s close to metro line 2, so it’s a good location to get around shanghai. Breakfast is included, which was nice. Staff was also very nice and beds are comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
Price from
US$130.11
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...

Z
Zoltan
From
Hungary
Very professional Western-style hostel with all the amenities you need. Internet was good, staff was helpful and friendly. Location is convenient, walking distance from the centre and The Bund, but metro is just minues away if you don't feel like walking. I liked the self-service restaurant right next door, catering mostly for workers from neaby construction sites: food is 17-20 yuan, beer 4 yuan, and you can smoke inside like locals do.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
Price from
US$30.70
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.

S
Silvia Carolina
From
South Korea
Is clean, you can feel comfortable and the staff is very kind!☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews
Price from
US$31.73
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...

H
Hanh
From
Vietnam
Convenient, staffs are friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews
Price from
US$23.58
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
joelle
From
Mauritius
Great staff, very helpful and kind. Good location, central to lots of places of interest. Cleaned everyday.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews
Price from
US$35.08
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.

P
Pavel
From
Thailand
Thanks for the hospitality. Nice place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
Price from
US$47.51
1 night, 2 adults

Hidden Garden Youth Hostel -Oriental Pearl &Lujiazui -Garden Social Area -Bar -Café -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service

Pudong, Shanghai

Conveniently located in Lujiazui area, Hidden Garden Youth Hostel -Oriental Pearl &Lujiazui -Garden Social Area -Bar -Café -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service Shanghai...

F
Faiza
From
South Africa
Dayin offers beds or private rooms. I liked my room because there was a window to let in fresh air, the shower cubicle is separate from the toilet and, best of all, the sink is outside of the shower & toilet, making it far more hygienic to fill a kettle. The staff were superb in giving directions in English, especially since I needed to attend Shanghai Hospital every day. The hostel is located near three metro stations!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
Price from
US$48.33
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 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 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$36.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located within 6.9 km of Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum and 10 km of Oriental Pearl Tower, Ichigoichikai Study Room Youth Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Shanghai...

From US$21.06 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$169.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 399 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$180.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
Best hostel in Shanghai
Guest review by
Brucculeri
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$77.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 917 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 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 388 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$180.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 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$180.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 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$107.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 443 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