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Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town

Jing'an, Shanghai

Dayin International Youth Hostel - People's Square & Old Town 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. the staf was very friendly, kudos to Wu 小姐 for explaining on how to get to our next destination and helping me with the app in my phone.

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9.4
Superb
171 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

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

Jing'an, Shanghai

At the hostel, every room has a patio. The rooms include a shared bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer, and some rooms at WeFlow Youth Hostel - Shanghai People's Square Jing'an Joy City have a safety deposit box. All rooms have bed linen. I like China very much and I like this hostel. Their toilets are separate areas,There are simple coffee drinks on the ground floor.Five minutes walk from the subway, it is very convenient, there is also a Motianlun shopping mall nearby, a lot of traditional Chinese food in the shopping mall B1 floor.

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9.1
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

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

Downtown Shanghai, Shanghai

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 Coffee and Gym also provide guests with a city view. All units include a safety deposit box. Very good location, easy to walk to The Bund and Nanjing Road.Clean and very helpful staff😍 definitely recommended👍

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9
Superb
338 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Dayin International Youth Hostel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund Branch

Downtown Shanghai, Shanghai

Dayin International Youth Hostel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund Branch 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. I think we landed the best hostel in Shanghai for the value! Clean room, comfy bed, well-equipped bathroom, nice-looking shared space to work, unbeatable location (2 mins walk to Nanjing road, plenty of shops, cafe and restaurants), and especially super staff - thanks Xu Yun who helped and gave us a half-day stay without any charge since our flight was delayed. If ever I go to Shanghai again, this is the place.

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8.5
Very good
1,057 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi)

Downtown Shanghai, Shanghai

Attractively located in the centre of Shanghai, WeFlow Hostel (Shanghai Xintiandi) features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 1.7 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. 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.

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8.1
Very good
163 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Pu Chun International Hostel -Yugarden & Old town

Huangpu, Shanghai

Situated in Shanghai, 1.9 km from Yu Garden, Pu Chun International Hostel -Yugarden & Old town features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is around 3 km from People's Square, 3.3 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 4.5 km from Jin Mao Tower. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Jason was outstanding! He went above and beyond to try make my transit stay as comfortable as possible.

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7.3
Good
113 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Meego Yes Hotel

Jing'an, Shanghai

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. Clean room, center location near the metro station.

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7.3
Good
543 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Shanghai Meego Qingwen Hotel

Jing'an, Shanghai

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. All the staff very friendly and help. Tim and Jessy help us a lot

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7.3
Good
365 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Dayin International Youth Hostel - Oriental Pearl & Lujiazui

Pudong, Shanghai

Conveniently located in Lujiazui area, Dayin International Youth Hostel - Oriental Pearl & Lujiazui Shanghai Orientel Pearl Lujiazui Branch features a creatively designed sun terrace, where a lot of events can be hold. Free WiFi is provided throughout the entire property. Free private parking is also possible. Century Avenue Station (Metro line 2, 4, 6, 9) is only a 7-minute drive away. The front desk staff are super friendly, especially wei jian. He offers a top-tiers customer service. The environment was super clean.

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7.7
Good
395 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Meow Hero Youth Hostel

Hongkou, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai, 4.2 km from Shanghai Railway Station, Meow Hero Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge. The property 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. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

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10
Exceptional
4 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

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