Hostels in Shanghai, China

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Shanghai, Shanghai, China
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Tips for booking hostels in Shanghai, China

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Shanghai, China. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Shanghai:$28/night
Cheapest price found:$8/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$9 - $53
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$5 - $31
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Shanghai, China hostels

Browse through properties in Shanghai, China that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 6,977 properties in Shanghai, China and data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
These Shanghai properties are among the highest rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
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6f, No.350 South Shanxi Road, Huangpu, Shanghai, China
2.0 mi from city centre
$76
Avg. per night
No. 98 Dongsheng Street, Jinjiang, Chengdu, China
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$13
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Shanghai, China

Discover affordable stays in Shanghai, China that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Shanghai, China can be found for as low as $8 per night. There is currently one property in Shanghai, China that can be booked for this price. Shanghai Sky168 Youth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Shanghai, China. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024
Out of the hostels in Shanghai we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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No.333 Datong Road, Jingan District, Shanghai, China
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$8
Avg. per night
Rm101, Unit2, Blk3 Liutong Dormitory, Chang'an, Shijiazhuang, China
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$10
Avg. per night
No.33 Zhongshan North 1st Road, Hongkou, Shanghai, China
4.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$14
Avg. per night
Citizen Building C96, Lane 3188, Pudong, Shanghai, China
9.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$15
Avg. per night
No. 938 Datong Road, Jingan District, Shanghai, China
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
No. 840A, Lane 834, Pudong Avenue,Pudong New District Shanghai,China, Shanghai, China
2.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Shanghai, China

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Shanghai to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Shanghai at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Shanghai. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
No. 98 Dongsheng Street, Jinjiang, Chengdu, China
3 stars
3 stars

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Other accommodations in Shanghai, China

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Shanghai, China. There are 6,977 properties in Shanghai, China and price data was last updated on March 19, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Shanghai, China is $28/night.
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Shanghai, China
3.2 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$61
Avg. per night
Shanghai, China
1.8 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
$365
Avg. per night
Shanghai, China
1.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$87
Avg. per night
98 Shou Ning Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, China
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$101
Avg. per night
55 Beijing Xi Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$85
Avg. per night
No. 1, Lane 58, Tongchuan Road, Shanghai, China
5.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
Qing Pu District, Zhu Jia Jiao Town, Shanghai, China
27.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$521
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Shanghai, China

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Shanghai to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Whether you're visiting Shanghai for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Shanghai, China

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Shanghai to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 19, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

    On average, it’s $28/night for a hostel in Shanghai, though $26/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $9/night in Shanghai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Shanghai?

    Based on our data, Chengdu Flipflop Hostel is the best Shanghai hostel, with a rating of 8.5/10 from 426 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Shanghai that aren’t far from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the closest one is Shanghai Blue Mountain Bund Youth Hostel, which is 9.0 mi away.

  • What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Shanghai, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Pudong in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. J Trip Youth Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Shanghai closest to Shanghai Museum?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Shanghai Museum while in Shanghai, then opt for the popular Chengdu Flipflop Hostel with a 8.5/10 review score from 426 users. The distance from Shanghai Museum to Chengdu Flipflop Hostel is 1030.0 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Shanghai hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Shanghai is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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