Hostels in Shanghai, China

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Travel insights for hostels in Shanghai

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Shanghai including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Shanghai is February (C$ 16). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Shanghai is January (C$ 232).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Shanghai?

The cheapest day to stay in Shanghai is Thursday (C$ 28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is C$ 89.

How much is a hostel in Shanghai tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Shanghai tonight starting as low as C$ 20, rising to an average cost of C$ 66, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 103 for a 4-star hostel in Shanghai for tonight.

How much is a Shanghai hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Shanghai this weekend for as little as C$ 19/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 19/night. For a 4-star hostel in Shanghai, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 69/night for this weekend.

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 C$ 21 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 28 August 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Shanghai for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
No.10 Shuizha South Road, Shanghai, China
24.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 21
Avg. per night
No.33 Zhongshan North 1st Road, Shanghai, China
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 22
Avg. per night
No.735 Huanzhen North Road, Shanghai, China
13.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 23
Avg. per night
No.576 Yanan West Road, Shanghai, China
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 41
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Shanghai, China

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Shanghai, China. There are 8,670 properties in Shanghai, China and price data was last updated on 28 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Shanghai, China is C$ 54/night.
5888 Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai, China
36.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 325
Avg. per night
No.4, Lane 74, Ningbo Road, Huangpu, Shanghai, China
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 68
Avg. per night
601 Li Yang Road Hongkou District, Shanghai, China
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 182
Avg. per night
98 Shou Ning Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, China
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 125
Avg. per night
Shanghai, China
5.1 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 88
Avg. per night
Shanghai, China
5.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 83
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Shanghai

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Shanghai, China to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 28 August 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 28 August 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Shanghai?

    On average, it’s C$ 54/night for a hostel in Shanghai, though C$ 44/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 11/night in Shanghai. Try to avoid booking your hostel in January (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • 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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