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Tips for booking hostels in Shanghai, China

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Shanghai, China. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:May
Average price in Shanghai:₹ 2,063/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 517/night
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Sunday
₹ 1,241 - ₹ 5,525
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 1,173 - ₹ 6,681
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Shanghai, China

Discover affordable stays in Shanghai, China that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Shanghai, China can be found for as low as ₹ 1,293 per night. There is currently one property in Shanghai, China that can be booked for this price. Pod Inn (Shanghai Pudong Airport) is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Shanghai, China. Price data was last updated on 12 January 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Shanghai we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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No.10 Shuizha South Road, Shanghai, China
24.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,293
Avg. per night
No.735 Huanzhen North Road, Shanghai, China
13.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,293
Avg. per night
No.33 Zhongshan North 1st Road, Shanghai, China
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,379
Avg. per night
No. 840A, Lane 834, Pudong Avenue,Pudong New District Shanghai,China, Shanghai, China
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,810
Avg. per night
No.576 Yanan West Road, Shanghai, China
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,585
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Shanghai, China

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Shanghai, China
5.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 4,223
Avg. per night
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5.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,065
Avg. per night
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2.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 8,187
Avg. per night
NO.386 Ren Min Road, Shanghai, China
1.9 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
Spa
₹ 10,858
Avg. per night
No.225 Fujian Middle Road, Shanghai, China
2.8 km from city centre
₹ 5,379
Avg. per night
Qing Pu District, Zhu Jia Jiao Town, Shanghai, China
43.9 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 35,247
Avg. per night
98 Shou Ning Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, China
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,015
Avg. per night
No. 188, Lane 1588, Zhu Guang Road, Shanghai, China
18.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 4,707
Avg. per night
55 Beijing Xi Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 5,946
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Shanghai, China

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Shanghai to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 12 January 2025.
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Facts about staying in Shanghai, China

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Shanghai to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 12 January 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

    Hostels in Shanghai will cost ₹ 2,064 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 552 per night. A good deal on a Shanghai hostel would be ₹ 1,286 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in May may be more expensive, whereas booking in April is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Shanghai?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Shanghai, Chengdu Flipflop Hostel Poshpacker (Chunxi Road Metro Station) is currently the best, based on 2,228 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.7/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Chengdu Flipflop Hostel Poshpacker (Chunxi Road Metro Station) is 1689.4 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, making it the closest Shanghai hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Shanghai is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Shanghai is Pudong, according to our data. 14% of users who searched for hostels in Shanghai looked for properties in Pudong. If you’re interested in staying in Pudong, consider the Dayin International Youth Hostel - Shanghai Oriental Pearl Lujiazui Branch - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Shanghai closest to Shanghai International Convention Centre?

    Chengdu Flipflop Hostel Poshpacker (Chunxi Road Metro Station) happens to be the most popular Shanghai hostel near Shanghai International Convention Centre among our users. The Chengdu Flipflop Hostel Poshpacker (Chunxi Road Metro Station) has a current rating of 8.7 from 2,228 HotelsCombined travellers. Shanghai International Convention Centre is also conveniently located just 1659.6 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Shanghai hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Shanghai hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Shanghai.

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