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The best cheap hotels in Shanghai

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews

    Well set in Shanghai, Opartment - People's Square 远东饭店 - 人民广场 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$194.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    In the heart of Shanghai, Molly Homestay - Nanjing East Road the Bund 3-Bedroom with Elevator Apartment offers rooms with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Ideally situated in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, Atour Light Hotel Shanghai The Bund East Jinling Road is situated 1.2 km from Yu Garden, 1.1 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

    From US$104.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Book and Bed-People's Square offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Shanghai, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

    From US$140.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Downtown, 3B2B, near Pedestrian St, the Bund, Pearl Tower features accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Shanghai, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

    From US$339.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG is located in the centre of Shanghai, 300 metres from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd..

    From US$294.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Shanghai, Crystal Orange Hotel - Shanghai The Bund Jinling East Road offers buffet breakfast and free WiFi.

    From US$142.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Right in the centre of Shanghai, situated within a short distance of Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

    From US$362.44 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,664 reviews

    SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund is ideally located next to the Yu Garden and The Bund in the bustling Huangpu District. Yu Garden Subway Station on line 10 is a 2-minute walk away.

    From US$154.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 255 reviews

    In a prime location in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, Atour Light Hotel Shanghai People's Square Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street-FreeMini Bar and Free Night Snacks is located 700 metres from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    In a prime location in Shanghai, 景莱酒店上海南京东路店 provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi.

    From US$114.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Well located in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, 上海璞逸酒店-豫园 新天地 老西门地铁站店 is situated 1.6 km from People's Square, 2.8 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 4 km from Jin Mao Tower.

    From US$53.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Retreat to Alila Shanghai near West Nanjing Road Experience bustling Jing’an before retreating to the idyllic tranquility of Alila Shanghai.

    From US$417.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Set in Shanghai and with Yu Garden reachable within 500 metres, Holiday Inn Express Shanghai on The Bund by IHG offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi...

    From US$161.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre and a restaurant, Crystal Orange Hotel Shanghai The Bund Yu Garden is located in the centre of Shanghai, 300 metres from Yu Garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Set in Shanghai, 2.7 km from Yu Garden, Atour Hotel ShanghaiPeople's Square Xintiandisubway - FreeMini Bar and Free NightSnacks features views of the city.

    From US$249.21 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$77.97
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 881 reviews
    Great staff, amazing location, very clean, FANTASTIC amenities and good coffe (trust me, I am Italian). The stay was great! The bed was super comfortable, a very good bathroom, a common area with balcony, water dispenser with ice, coffe machine, washing machine and dryer! It has everything!
    Guest review by
    Valentina
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
    The room was very clean and comfortable. It had everything you can ask for. The location was truely goog, because the Metro was right in front of the door. The Maglev Train not even 5 min by foot. In the area there is a little coffee shop and a very cheap, but good breakfast spot, so breakfast in the Hotel for extra charge is not nescessary.
    Guest review by
    Maasuma
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$252.75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,488 reviews
    Good location, very clean, comfortable bed, lots of bathrooms, there are convenience stores and cheap local restaurants nearby.
    Guest review by
    Krongtum
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$154.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,664 reviews
    Lovely room, the bath tub with a city view was an added bonus- but the room was lovely even without that, extra large comfortable bed, very clean, stocked fridge everyday. Breakfast was excellent, with good choice for everyone. Bar prices were good too and the terrace over looking the city at night is a lovely place for an evening drink. Location is ideal- easy walk to the Bund, Yu Yuan garden and the old town shopping street. Staff were also lovely and friendly- would definitely recommend- ideal place to stay in Shanghai
    Guest review by
    Rachael
    Young couple