Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Shanghai
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Shanghai to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Pudong
Search hostels in PudongWushuang Hostel
新金桥路255号, Pu Dong Xin Qu, Shanghai, China
Dayin International Youth Hostel - Shanghai Oriental Pearl Lujiazui Branch
No. 840A, Lane 834, Shanghai, China
Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport)
No.10 Shuizha South Road, Shanghai, China
Jing'an
Search hostels in Jing'anShanghai Sky168 Youth Hostel
No.333 Datong Road, Jingan District, Shanghai, China
Dengba Hostel Shanghai Flagship Store
No.576 Yanan West Road, Shanghai, China
Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town
上海市静安区中华新路678弄, Shanghai, China
Huangpu
Search hostels in HuangpuIforest Hostel (Shanghai People's Square, Dashijie Metro Station)
21 South Guangxi Road (Guangxi Nan Lu), Shanghai, China
Baoshan
Search hostels in BaoshanChaolv 98 Hostel (Shanghai University)
No.735 Huanzhen North Road, Shanghai, China
Cheap hotels in Shanghai
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Shanghai
Kongji Youth Hostel Wujiaochang Branch
Kongji Youth Hostel, 4th Floor, Jiulongfang, No. 1737 Huangxing Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, Shanghai, China
Huike Hostel
No.1502 Xuchang Road, Shanghai, China
Pu Chun International Hostel -Yugarden & Old town
中华路989号3楼, Shanghai, China
Xilaige Hostel
No. 120 Lane 378, Fengpao Road, Shanghai, China
际庭青年旅舍-马当路地铁站店
黄浦区局门路293-5临, Shanghai, China
Yuanyuan Hostel
28 Lane 78 Nanqiao Road Nanqiao Town, Shanghai, China
Get the best value hostel in Shanghai
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Weflow Hostel -Shanghai Hongkou
No.33 Zhongshan North 1st Road, Shanghai, China
Dengba Hostel Shanghai Flagship Store
No.576 Yanan West Road, Shanghai, China
Dayin International Youth Hostel - Shanghai Oriental Pearl Lujiazui Branch
No. 840A, Lane 834, Shanghai, China
Weflow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi)
No.15, Lane 542, Huaihai Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
Iforest Hostel (Shanghai People's Square, Dashijie Metro Station)
21 South Guangxi Road (Guangxi Nan Lu), Shanghai, China
Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town
上海市静安区中华新路678弄, Shanghai, China
momondo's favourite hostels in Shanghai
Learn more about these user-preferred hostels in Shanghai
When to book a hostel in Shanghai
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Shanghai
| Low season | February | cheapest month to stay |
| High season | July | most expensive time to stay |
| 61% | expected price decrease | |
| 53% | expected price increase |
Price | £7 - £39 |
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| Cheapest day of week | Thursday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Tuesday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| £12 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| £68 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Shanghai
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in Shanghai
What is the average length of a stay in a Shanghai hostel?
When staying at a hostel in Shanghai, momondo users, on average, stay for 5days. The average price for a 5-days stay at a Shanghai hostel typically costs £108.
Are Shanghai hostels a better deal than Shanghai hotels?
Typically, a hostel in Shanghai costs £22/night. Hostel prices are 66% less expensive than 3 star hotels, 59% less expensive than 4 star hotels, and 83% less expensive than 5 star hotels. Based on the price of hostels compared to that of 3 star, 4 star, and 5 star hotels, a hostel is a good option if you are looking to save some money on your trip to Shanghai.
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Shanghai?
Our users who have stayed at Shanghai hostels have rated it a 8.4 out of 10. That rating is better than 1-star (7.4), 2-star (7.0), and 3-star (7.9) hotels in Shanghai. Those looking for an affordable stay in Shanghai, who are also concerned with quality, should consider a hostel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Shanghai?
The number of operators available for hotels in Shanghai is 8,004 as of April 2025.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Shanghai?
Prices for hotels in Shanghai refresh daily.