The Best Hostels in China to stay in 2026

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Where to stay in China

Hostels in Shanghai

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Meego Youth Hotel Shanghai Jingan

Jing'an

Apartment, Kitchen, City View | Property grounds

Ma Cherie Hostel

Downtown Shanghai

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

Jing'an

Dayin International Youth Hostel - Tianzifang & Xintiandi

Huangpu

Shanghai Desti Youth Hostel - Jing 'an Temple, Changping Road

Jing'an

Meow Hero Youth Hostel

Puxi

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Hostels in Guangzhou

Guangzhou Desti Youth Hostel - Rainbow Bridge Metro Station

Liwan

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Hostels in Beijing

Zhihexing International Youth Hostel

Chaoyang

Peking Station Hostel

Downtown Beijing

Youwo Jingshe Uland Woman Hotel

Beijing

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Hostels in Shenzhen

Dengba International Youth Hostel - Shenzhen Futian Convention and Exhibition Center Branch

Futian

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Top cities in China

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and the Oriental Pearl Tower by the river.

Shanghai

Shanghai is known for its museums and temples, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Nanjing Road Shopping District and The Bund.

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A city skyline with a prominent tower featuring a rainbow light display, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a river.

Guangzhou

Guangzhou is known for its festivals and museums, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Canton Fair Complex.

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A traditional Chinese architectural complex with a reflection in the water, featuring tiered pagodas and a large wall.

Beijing

The cultural city of Beijing is full of attractions, such as Wangfujing Street and Great Hall of the People, and is loved for its museums and temples.

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A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, dense urban buildings, and a river.

Shenzhen

Shenzhen is known for its spas and restaurants, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Shenzhen Civic Center and Shenzhen Lianhuashan Park.

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A nighttime cityscape with a prominent bridge and illuminated buildings.

Chongqing

Chongqing has lots of attractions such as Chongqing Olympic Sports Center and Chongqing Exhibition Center.

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A cityscape with traditional architecture, modern skyscrapers, and a river reflecting the buildings.

Chengdu

Chengdu is loved for its temples, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Sichuan Museum of Science and Technology and Tianfu Square.

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