What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

On average, it’s $23/night for a hostel in Shanghai, though $23/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Shanghai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Shanghai, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Pudong in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport) is our most popular hostel in this area.

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).

Affordable Shanghai, China Hostels From $11/night

Travel insights for hostels in Shanghai

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Shanghai.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai is April ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Shanghai is August ($54).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest day to stay in Shanghai is Tuesday ($13). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $21.

Find deals

Cheapest hostels in Shanghai, China

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.

Show all 8,656 hostels

Dengba Hostel Shanghai Flagship Store

No.576 Yanan West Road, Shanghai, China

3.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$11

Avg. per night

View Deal

Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport)

No.10 Shuizha South Road, Shanghai, China

15.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$14

Avg. per night

View Deal

Other accommodations in Shanghai

Show all 8,656 stays

Riverdale Residence Xintiandi Shanghai

98 Shou Ning Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, China

1.1 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$97

Avg. per night

View Deal

Modena by Fraser Putuo Shanghai

No. 1, Lane 58, Tongchuan Road, Shanghai, China

5.7 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$57

Avg. per night

View Deal

Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Central

338 Heng Feng Road, Shanghai, China

3.2 mi from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

$96

Avg. per night

View Deal

Intercontinental Hotels Shanghai Wonderland By IHG

5888 Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai, China

22.8 mi from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$239

Avg. per night

View Deal

Grand Hyatt Shanghai

88 Century Avenue, Shanghai, China

1.8 mi from city centre

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

$153

Avg. per night

View Deal

Ladoll Service Apartments

Shanghai, China

3.2 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

$58

Avg. per night

View Deal

Shanghai Cosmo World Union Service Apartment

Shanghai, China

3.5 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

$55

Avg. per night

View Deal

Where to stay in Shanghai

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

What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?
On average, it’s $23/night for a hostel in Shanghai, though $23/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $6/night in Shanghai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?
While there are other neighborhoods throughout Shanghai, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Pudong in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport) is our most popular hostel in this area.
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).

Travel insights for hostels in Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai is April ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Shanghai is August ($54).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest day to stay in Shanghai is Tuesday ($13). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $21.

Cheapest hostels in Shanghai, China

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.

Other accommodations in Shanghai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Shanghai, China. There are 8,656 properties in Shanghai, China and price data was last updated on January 29, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Shanghai, China is $23/night.

Where to stay in Shanghai

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Shanghai, China to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on January 29, 2026.

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 January 29, 2026.

What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Shanghai hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Shanghai, China

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Shanghai

Stay at one of these Shanghai 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 4-star hotels in Shanghai

Stay at one of these Shanghai 4-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Consider these popular 5-star hotels in Shanghai

Stay at one of these Shanghai 5-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Cheapest stays

Consider a cheaper vacation by staying in a hostel in these cities.

Explore these cities in China

Looking to explore China during your trip? These are other popular cities nearby that HotelsCombined users visit

Visit Top Destinations

These destinations around the world are some of the most sought after locations from our users

Cities our users search for

Based on the last 12 months of user searches on HotelsCombined

Consider staying in a hostel

Consider visiting these popular cities and staying in a hostel to save some money

Consider other places to stay in Shanghai

Stay at one of these places that users have found on HotelsCombined.

Hostels in Shanghai, China

Search and compare Shanghai, China hostels from hundreds of travel sites on HotelsCombined and save.

Travel insights for hostels in Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai is April ($6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Shanghai is August ($54).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest day to stay in Shanghai is Tuesday ($13). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $21.

Cheapest hostels in Shanghai, China

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.

Other accommodations in Shanghai

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Shanghai, China. There are 8,656 properties in Shanghai, China and price data was last updated on January 29, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Shanghai, China is $23/night.

Where to stay in Shanghai

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Shanghai, China to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on January 29, 2026.

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 January 29, 2026.

What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Shanghai hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Shanghai, China

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Shanghai

Stay at one of these Shanghai 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.