Can you book a 5-star budget hotels in Shanghai?

If you're looking to make your Shanghai stay extra special then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated budget hotels are Alila Shanghai ($293/night) and Royal International Hotel Shanghai ($49/night).

How many budget hotels are there in total in Shanghai?

There are 491 Shanghai budget hotels available out of a total 8,490 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Shanghai budget hotels?

HotelsCombined's users' favourite budget hotels in Shanghai are: City Hotel Shanghai , Royal International Hotel Shanghai and Shanghai Deco Hotel Pudong . With a rating of 9.3/10, Shanghai Deco Hotel Pudong is the highest-rated hotel.

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Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Baoshan Youyi Road

No.711 Pangu Road, Shanghai, China

Set within 21 km of Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum and 23 km of Shanghai Railway Station, Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Baoshan Youyi Road offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Baoshan. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Superbrand Shopping Mall Shanghai is 23 km away and People's Square is 24 km from the hotel. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Baoshan Youyi Road also have free WiFi. Oriental Pearl Tower is 23 km from the accommodation, while Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. Is 23 km from the property. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 29 km away.

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Air Conditioning

8.0

Excellent

12 reviews

Location

13.3 mi from city centre

$21

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Meego Yes Hotel

No. 139, Jingjiang Road, Shanghai, China

Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, near Nanjing Road Shopping District Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free hotel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Shanghai Meego Yes Hotel offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. This Shanghai hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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7.5

Good

957 reviews

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3.0 mi from city centre

$23

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Atour Hotel Shanghai Xinzhuang

No. 1007 Xinsong Road, Songjiang, Shanghai, China

Located in Shanghai, 14 km from Shanghai South Railway Station Metro Station, Atour Hotel Shanghai Xinzhuang features views of the city. The property is set 15 km from Shanghai South Railway Station, 18 km from Longhua Temple and 22 km from Jing'an Temple. The hotel features a fitness centre, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Staff at Atour Hotel Shanghai Xinzhuang are always available to provide guidance at the reception. People's Square is 24 km from the accommodation, while Jade Buddha Temple is 25 km away. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 14 km from the property.

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9.0

Excellent

4 reviews

Location

11.3 mi from city centre

$42

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How much does it usually cost to stay at a budget hotel in Shanghai?

On average, a budget hotel room in Shanghai costs about $182 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was $114.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in Shanghai?

August is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in Shanghai, with average nightly rates around $66. Prices are highest in October, when rates rise to about $323 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Shanghai budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Shanghai are most affordable on Mondays, with average nightly rates around $87. Saturdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $238 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in Shanghai tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Shanghai tonight starting as low as $58, rising to an average cost of $137, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $47 for a 4-star budget hotel in Shanghai for tonight.

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What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Shanghai budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Shanghai budget hotel at least 36 days before your stay.

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