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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. I stayed here for 1 night during my trip to Eastern China and liked it so much that I stayed there again when I came back to Shanghai from Hangzhou. I especially liked the comfort of my room, the location and the great service mentality of the staff, particularly Tang who kindly handled my check-in and check-out.

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9.1
Wonderful
373 reviews

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. The staff will provide a lot of things, towels and slippers. The hygiene is very clean, especially the bathroom. I can always see the cleaners cleaning. It's a very convenient check-in experience. Xu helped me a lot when I checked my luggage.

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8.7
Excellent
1,430 reviews
Price from
$93
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. This hotel truly stands out not only for its excellent facilities and comfort but also for its amazing staff like Ms. Royi and Ms. Luo Ling Ying. Their professionalism, warmth, and dedication represent the true spirit of world-class hospitality. I am thankful for such a memorable experience and wish the hotel and its wonderful team continued success, prosperity, and many happy guests in the years ahead.”

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8
Very Good
345 reviews

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. Nice property in the centre of Shanghai . Great location near to subway. 5 mins walk.

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8.9
Excellent
823 reviews

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
22 reviews

Situated in Shanghai and within 2.3 km of Yu Garden, Denpa Inn-Lao Ximen Metro Station Branch has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is located 2.6 km from People's Square, 3.3 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 5.2 km from the property. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 18 km away. The space is cozy. Common area for watching films on big screen and table to work at. Also other tables to eat at. Hot water machine etc. 2metro stations close by. Nice people. Hot water and good water pressure in showers.

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8
Very Good
25 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Well located in the Hongkou district of Shanghai, Meow Hero Youth Hostel is set 4.5 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd., 4.8 km from Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum and 5.2 km from People's Square. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.2 km from Shanghai Railway Station. Good facilities, smart toilet, good environment, large public area, high quality of guests, very quiet to sleep, great location, very close to the subway station, next to Hongkou football field, dining and shopping malls are all available

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8.1
Very Good
31 reviews

Attractively located in Shanghai, WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi) features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 1.6 km from People's Square, 2.7 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 2.8 km from Jing'an Temple. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Most friendly and helpful staff! The beds were super comfortable, with pull down blackout blinds too which was great! Location is ideal too.

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7.6
Good
363 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Located in Shanghai and with Shanghai Railway Station reachable within 1.3 km, Meego Yes Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests.

Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. Is 2.4 km from the hostel, while Jade Buddha Temple is 2.5 km away. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 16 km from the property. Very friendly and English speaking staff, clean accomodation and everything worked

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7.4
Good
703 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Shanghai Meego Qingwen Hotel is located in Shanghai in the Shanghai Area region, 1.5 km from Jing'an Temple and 2.2 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. The hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen for guests. Staff were very helpful and accommodating, they went the extra mile to help out when we had some troubles. Space is safe and clean enough, location is quite accessible and central to the city

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7.7
Good
586 reviews
Price from
$21
per night

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