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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

Jing'an, Shanghai

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 center, shared lounge, a...

L
Luke
From
United Kingdom
I felt very comfortable and welcomed by staff and other people at the hostel. Shampoo and washing utilities were provided. Washing machines were also free to use and free washing powder provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$62.93
1 night, 2 adults

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

Huangpu, Shanghai

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 center, shared...

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Alan
From
United States
This is another hostel that I'd strongly recommend to travelers who want to stay close to the Bund and feel home when you come back from outside. This hostel is not only in the good location (one block away the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street) but also provides great services, such as welcoming guests, providing variety of the hard drinks or soft drinks to purchase, fostering a relaxing staying environment, and etc. While staying in the hostel, I had been helped efficiently by their staffs regarding the directions of the places or room problems. It's also really nice to stay in their common area and rest when you just want to feel the atmosphere (Movies will be played at night). If you decide to come to the hostel and stay, feel free to greet the staff 徐石陽 (xú shí yáng), Zhou, Mei, Xu, or Shi! They are the great, nice people who give me a good staying experience in Shanghai! Btw- you might see their two cats chilling in the common area if you're lucky :D!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,448 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$80.81
1 night, 2 adults

WeFlow Youth Hostel - Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City

Jing'an, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and with Shanghai Train Station reachable within 1.1 miles, WeFlow Youth Hostel - Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a...

B
Baraa
From
Egypt
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The vibes the front desk was very helpful and cooperative
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$34.11
1 night, 2 adults

Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund - Free Gym

Huangpu, Shanghai

Conveniently set in the center of Shanghai, Hi Cozy International Youth Hostel East Nanjing Road & The Bund - Free Gym provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a garden.

R
Ruiz
From
Mexico
The staff and the environment is amazing! Best place to stay in Shanghai!! They make my trip so much better as a solo traveler!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$49.86
1 night, 2 adults

Hidden Garden Youth Hostel -Oriental Pearl &Lujiazui -Garden Social Area -Bar -Café -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service

Pudong, Shanghai

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...

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DARYA
From
Lithuania
Great hostel with a nice stuff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
$65.05
1 night, 2 adults

Denpa Inn - Disney Kangqiao Branch

Pudong, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and within 3.5 miles of Shanghai Disneyland, Denpa Inn - Disney Kangqiao Branch has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

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Artsiom
From
Belarus
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Location 7.3
Price from
$35.74
1 night, 2 adults

Denpa Inn-Lao Ximen Metro Station Branch

Huangpu, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and within 1.4 miles of Yu Garden, Denpa Inn-Lao Ximen Metro Station Branch has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$32.98
1 night, 2 adults

Meow Hero Youth Hostel

Hongkou, Shanghai

Well located in the Hongkou District district of Shanghai, Meow Hero Youth Hostel is located 2.6 miles from Shanghai Train Station, 2.8 miles from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Location 8.0
Price from
$26.28
1 night, 2 adults

WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi)

Huangpu, Shanghai

Attractively located in the center of Shanghai, WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi) has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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Vanessa
From
Brazil
I highly recommend this place. Very well located, subway around and party places not far (Found 158). The bed keeps your privacy with curtain, a locker and your own lamp. They also provide a towel, toothbrush and flip flops. Beds are comfy and toilets are clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$26.61
1 night, 2 adults

Meego Yes Hotel

Jing'an, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and with Shanghai Train Station reachable within a 15-minute walk, Meego Yes Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

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Wencel
From
Philippines
Staff were so nice and very attentive to my requests. They are very responsive to my messages. Always kept our room and my bed clean with fresh pillow cases, bed sheets, etc. Staff’s English was limited but they have an offline translator that is very helpful. I will definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews
Location 7.7
Price from
$35.18
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Putuo District district of Shanghai, Dengba Inn-Fengqiao Road Subway Station Global Harbor Branch is 2.7 miles from Jing'an Temple.

    From $41.83 per night
  • Shanghai Blue Mountain Bund Youth Hostel is ideally set in Shanghai, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Located in Shanghai, 2 miles from People's Square, 际庭青年旅舍-马当路地铁站店 provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Located in Shanghai and within 3.5 miles of Shanghai Disneyland, Denpa Inn - Disney Kangqiao Branch has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

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