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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 features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Shanghai. Among the facilities at this property are an ATM and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. friendly staff, modern , clean, great amenities, location is good, cant complain about anything, best value for money in shanghai. staff member KUKU is extremely nice and helpful, the other lady at checkout forgot her name was very sweet. i recommend this stay !

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9
Superb
415 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

At the hostel, every room is equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain rooms at Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund - Free Gym also provide guests with a city view. All units include a safety deposit box. There were some situation that my room mate who supposed to share room with me occupied the room and didn’t let me in. And soon came out and yell at me and yell at the staffs for no reason. That runatic Even tho this bullshitful situation happened staffs managed the situation very nicely and even comported me and gave me a tea and talk to me to made me feel better! Not gonna lie one of the best staffs I’ve ever met and best hostel facilities ever! Will def visit again

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9
Superb
997 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

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 WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a casino. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service. It was my first time staying at a hostel, and I was genuinely impressed by the warm welcome I received. The front desk staff were incredibly friendly and provided detailed information about my stay, along with great recommendations for places to explore during my short visit. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting — a truly unique experience. I’ll definitely stay here again!

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9.7
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Located in Shanghai, 3.7 km from Shanghai South Railway Station Metro Station, Dengba Inn - Guilin Road Subway Station Branch provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge. The property is set 3.7 km from Shanghai South Railway Station, 4.3 km from Longhua Temple and 8.7 km from Jing'an Temple. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

At the hostel, every room has a wardrobe. Each room has a shared bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. I stayed at a Dengba hostel near Guilin Park Metro Station in Shanghai, and the location was really convenient. It’s about a 7–8 minute walk from the station, which is on Lines 9, 12, and 15, so getting to Xujiahui, People’s Square, and other places was smooth. There are plenty of restaurants and convenience stores nearby, so I didn’t have to go far for meals or supplies. The staff were professional and friendly. I arrived a bit early, and they helped me store my luggage and patiently answered my questions about transportation and the area. Check-in and check-out were quick, and they responded promptly when I needed help. The room was clean and tidy; overall, it was a hassle-free stay with good value.

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9.9
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Set within 1.5 km of Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC and 2 km of Jin Mao Tower, Dengba Inn-Shanghai New World Plaza Branch offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shanghai. 3.2 km from Oriental Pearl Tower and 3.3 km from Superbrand Shopping Mall Shanghai, the property provides a shared lounge and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.7 km from Yu Garden.

Staff at the hostel are available to provide information at the 24-hour front desk. It was nice, clean and spacious.

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

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 lounge, a terrace and bar in Shanghai. Among the facilities at this property are an ATM and a business centre, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Very good facility and great staff they are very welcoming and kind. the owner is really kind and offer good service. and the location is very close to people's square. so you should go to everywhere by subway. When I go to shanghai again, and I have to reserve as well.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,600 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

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 rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.6 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd., 2.2 km from People's Square and 2.6 km from Jade Buddha Temple. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hostel is new and everything is new and functional.

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8
Very good
406 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

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 Orientel Pearl Lujiazui Branch features a creatively designed sun terrace, where a lot of events can be hold. Free WiFi is provided throughout the entire property. Free private parking is also possible. Century Avenue Station (Metro line 2, 4, 6, 9) is only a 7-minute drive away. My favorite things are the tables, chairs, and plants in the yard, as well as warm lighting tones. Every night, scattered friends gather to chat, and the living environment is also very comfortable. If I have the opportunity to come here again next time, I will continue to choose this hotel.

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8
Very good
447 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Set in Shanghai and within 5.7 km of Shanghai Disneyland, Denpa Inn - Disney Kangqiao Branch has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is located 14 km from Shanghai New International Expo Centre, 20 km from Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC and 21 km from Jin Mao Tower. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

All guest rooms at the hostel feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. The staff was very good. The room was modern, clean and light. Check in was 3 hours earlier than it should be. Also they allowed us to keep our baggage after we checked out till the evening without extra charge. On the first floor there are 3 china cafes. The cat was cute.

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8.3
Very good
39 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Shanghai and within 1.8 km of People's Square, Demba Inn- Shanghai Xintiandi Yuyuan Garden The bund store has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is located 2.2 km from Yu Garden, 3.2 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 4.4 km from Jin Mao Tower. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC is 4.5 km from the hostel, while Superbrand Shopping Mall Shanghai is 5.1 km from the property. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 16 km away. More of a boarding house than an inn, or hostel. As others have said, there are quite a few people living there. Not the best atmosphere for tourists, but didn’t bother me. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms are clean, but toilet and shower areas are pretty rough. Fair price and decent location.

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8.3
Very good
44 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

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