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Best Shanghai hostels

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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Shanghai

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Shanghai with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Shanghai?

Hostels are cheapest in Shanghai in August, with average rates of C$ 31. In comparison, January is the most expensive month, with prices at C$ 235.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Shanghai?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Shanghai, with an average nightly price of C$ 23. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at C$ 94.

How much is a Shanghai hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

August
January
C$ 34
C$ 43
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 466% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Shanghai hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Shanghai, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Shanghai in May and February.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Shanghai

  • What are the best hostels near The Bund?

    The Bund is a popular area in Shanghai and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Mingtown Hiker Youth Hostel or Huamin Youth Hostel (Shanghai Bund Branch) for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of The Bund.

  • How much is a hostel in Shanghai for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Shanghai in the last 3 hours was C$ 12 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was C$ 75. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is C$ 12.

  • How much is a hostel in Shanghai for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Shanghai hostel for this weekend for as low as C$ 12. Users have also found 3 star hotels from C$ 14 and 4-star plus hotels from C$ 94.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Shanghai?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Shanghai is C$ 48 compared to C$ 139 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Shanghai?

Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Shanghai by showing you the exact location of each hostel.