Find Cheap Hostels in Shanghai

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: J Trip Youth Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Shanghai Meego Youth Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of West Nanjing Road Station and Shanghai Natural History Museum Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels and showers. Shanghai LOST International Youth Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zhongxing Road Station. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. You’ll find towels, showers, and desks in all rooms. Weflow Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of North Xizang Road Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Shanghai Xiangzuo Xiangyou Youth Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Zhongxing Road Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. Rooms come with towels, showers, and desks.

If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Shanghai, one of Expedia’s 17 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 46°F. The rainiest months in Shanghai are June, July, August, and September, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.

In general, Shanghai is known for its museums, temples, and sightseeing. Major attractions include Shanghai Disneyland©. Get out into nature with places like People’s Park, Huangpu Park, and The Bund. Cultural attractions include Shanghai Grand Theatre, MOCA Shanghai, and Shanghai Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Shanghai in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), 8 mi (12.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), which is 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. Take advantage of metro transit at People’s Square Station, Dashijie Station, and Xinzha Road Station. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Shanghai Railway Station, Shanghai South Railway Station, or Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station.