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Travel insights for hostels in Shanghai
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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?
The cheapest day to stay in Shanghai is Wednesday ($12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $141.
How much is a hostel in Shanghai tonight?
Users have found prices for hostels in Shanghai tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $50, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $14 for a 4-star hostel in Shanghai for tonight.
How much is a Shanghai hostel room this weekend?
In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Shanghai this weekend for as little as $10/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $10/night. For a 4-star hostel in Shanghai, the cheapest rate recently found was $19/night for this weekend.
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 $15 per night. There is currently one property in Shanghai, China that can be booked for this price. Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport) is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Shanghai, China. Price data was last updated on junio 12, 2025
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.
Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Shanghai, China. There are 8,438 properties in Shanghai, China and price data was last updated on junio 12, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Shanghai, China is .
Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Shanghai to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on junio 12, 2025.
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 junio 12, 2025.
What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?
On average, it’s $22/night for a hostel in Shanghai, though $22/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $10/night in Shanghai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?
While there are other neighborhoods throughout Shanghai, 7% 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).
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