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"Clean and centrally located. "

"Stanze molto pulite, letti comodi, struttura nuova aperta da un anno quindi tutto perfetto. Nelle docce presenti anche shampoo e bagnoschiuma. Soggiorno da consigliare Grazie a Wu e Tang con cui abbiamo potuto capirci perfettamente in inglese 😊 "

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

"Quite cute, quirky, artistic place, which, at the moment, looks like is past it's haydays. However, unbeatable ratio for price vs experience. "

"Overall good"

Bed in 2-Bed Female Dormitory | Bathroom

"Cette auberge ne prend pas les étrangers! Je me suis retrouver à sans auberge une fois arrivée sur place le gérant n’en parle pas l’anglais et il m’a juste dit “appeler expédia pour leur dire que vous annuler nous on vous prend pas”"

"挺好的"

"Great little place close to the metro and restaurants, area is quite local. They had luggage storage. There was no air con so the sleeping pods will probably be pretty hot in the summer."

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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Number of reviews	66
Accommodation	17 Hostels
Lowest Price	AU$80
Highest Price	AU$101

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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and temples.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

What are the best hostels in Shanghai?

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Shanghai Meego Youth Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of West Nanjing Road Station and Shanghai Natural History Museum Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Shanghai Sky168 Youth Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zhongxing Road Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a lift. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. WeFlow Hostel - Shanghai Xintiandi - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of South Huangpi Road Station and Xintiandi Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Meow Hero Youth Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of North Xizang Road Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels and free Wi-Fi. Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zhongxing Road Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find hairdryers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

How many hostels should I expect to find in Shanghai?

If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Shanghai, one of Expedia's 18 hostels could be a great choice for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Shanghai are June, July, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 196 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Shanghai?

In general, Shanghai is known for its museums, temples and sightseeing. Top attractions include The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland©. Get out into nature with places such as People's Park, Huangpu Park and Fuxing Park. Cultural attractions include Shanghai Grand Theatre, Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Natural History Museum.

What's the best way to get to and around Shanghai while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Shanghai in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), located 8 mi (12.9 km) away. An alternative is Pudong International Airport (PVG), situated 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at People's Square Station, Dashijie Station and Xinzha Road Station. To see more of the area, catch a train at Shanghai Railway Station, Shanghai South Railway Station or Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station.

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Featured Hostels in Shanghai

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Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town

WeFlow Hostel - Shanghai Xintiandi

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Shanghai Mofang Style Girls' Hostel

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