Dayin International Youth Hostel（East Nanjing Road & The Bund）

What can I say, if you’re on the fence just pull the trigger. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at DaYin and you should too! My plan to visit Shanghai was a super last minute, game time decision. Right after the recent Chinese holiday, for only a day, and was fully accommodated for with all the convenience I could hope for. Not only was it located in a prime location (really doesn’t get better than this as it’s next to everything touristy, saving you precious time) but everything from the service, amenities, and operation of their hostel was a pleasant surprise as it really exceeded my expectations (compared to all other accommodations I have been to like this one). The staff are very friendly and hard working, the shared areas are all kept exceptionally clean for the amount of traffic that comes through, and they probably have the best vitamin/electrolyte water in the game downstairs. I really loved how they have a extensive list of import beers which you can grab from the fridge or enjoy on tap, and the espressos that they extract were both rich and flavourful (good job). I never tried the food offerings as I knew what I wanted to eat locally, with night markets, food halls, and local eateries right as you step outside. But, from all the orders that I saw made by other guests, it all looked to be quite tasty and definitely a good option for those who want a little taste from home. Damn, this is getting long but there is a lot to say. Well, in the effort to keep things short I really didn’t have any negative experience or feel inconvenienced at all. The cleaners work around your time keeping things tidy and there are staff present 24/7 to assist, especially important if you keep locking your room keys in your room/assigned locker like me, aha. Fei and Zu were the best, but the rest of the staff were just as awesome. I enjoyed Shanghai so much that I wanted to extend my stay, which they helped me with swiftly. The room was also very nicely thought out. That’s probably all you need to know and no this was not a paid review. Thanks DaYin team!✌️

Great place to stay. Very close to Nanjing Street.alot of food nearby and a convenient store . Highly recommended. N good for value too. Nice common area for hangout n make new friends. Staff are good and frendly

Pros: 1. Nearly perfect location, there’s a metro a few minutes away and it’s walking distance to nanjing road. Lots of eateries nearby 2. Clean bed and toilet 3. Staffs are friendly and speak English 4. Communal area was big enough. For extroverts, there’s a bar for you to drink and make friends. For introverts, there’s is a quiet zone on the third floor Cons: 1. Not very cheap for a hostel 2. No towels provided 3. Need to prepare your bed ( they provide duvet cover and pillow cases)