Dengba Inn (Shanghai Lujiazui New World Plaza)

High quality space for the budget friendly folks if u just need a place to crash for the night.

This is an amazing hostel in a fantastic area of Shanghai located near 2 subway lines, several malls and many buses and walking distance to Shanghai tower/ Oriental pearl tower! A little hard to find on the 2nd floor inside the shopping center at 4am but when called they were able to give directions. (Called Dengba Inn on Apple Maps) Everyone is really friendly here and the stay is great! The bed is a typical cabin bed but you get an outlet, fresh bedding (put on yourself) and a little table and light. The bed is comfy, the room has a shower and toilet separate from the sink which is useful and great when sharing with other people - though can be a little messy! (You get your own locker - safe with only keycard access but people leave things everywhere! Not the places fault) Couldn’t recommend this place enough and if I go back would definitely stay here again!

The Good: - Budget Gem! For an incredibly low price, we got a private room with a huge projector and screen – perfect for movie nights. The room had its own clean, functional shower and toilet, and the lighting was bright and effective despite having no windows. - AC Champion: The air conditioning worked flawlessly – it got refreshingly cold, a lifesaver in summer. - Unique Vibe: The projector setup made our stay fun and cozy. - Convenient Extras: The lobby has a fridge selling drinks (paid easily via Alipay). - Staff Effort: Though staff spoke minimal English (and the hotel felt exclusively Chinese-speaking), they were patient. With gestures and translation apps, we communicated successfully. Considerations: - No Windows: The lack of natural light might bother some, but the artificial lighting was ample. - Language Barrier: Be prepared for very basic English – patience is key. Overall: Dengba Inn is exceptional value for money. If you prioritize a clean, functional room with unique perks (like the projector), strong AC, and don’t mind a language barrier or windowless space, this is a fantastic budget pick. Perfect for thrifty travelers or couples seeking a cozy, tech-friendly stay. We’d return for the price alone! Final Verdict: "No frills, but big on value. A clever budget choice with a fun twist!"

it's clean and tidy, but the only problem is the location on the 2nd floor, the escalator doesn't work in the morning and if you have a lot of things it will be difficult

So so. Bathroom not very clean…

Nice and clean room, but quite noisy.