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Anonymous User
Bed in Cozy Room - 6-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Aug 2025
Solo traveler
2 review
8.5/10
Very Good
Posted on Sep 13, 2025
I admit I came with some apprehension, but I was pleasantly surprised upon arrival. It's definitely not as bad as some reviews make it out to be. I booked a six-person dorm, and the room was quite spacious. My only slight complaint is that the bottom bunk felt a bit too low, but it didn't really affect my comfort. Overall, I was very satisfied. The location is also fantastic, being very close to both the subway station and Nanjing Road. I didn't take many photos; this one was just a quick snap I sent to a friend.
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Response from Property: 您好! 非常感謝您對客棧的支持和各方面的認可, 我們所做的一切都衹為每一位賓客帶來不一樣的度假體驗, 看到您的滿意和肯定, 我們真的是非常的感動,我們會繼續努力時刻準備着您隨時回來。
Anonymous User
Bed in Cozy Room - 4-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Jul 2025
Solo traveler
36 review
7.0/10
Posted on Aug 11, 2025
The location of the hostel is great, staff was friendly as well and I was able to store my luggage; there is free water from the dispenser available too. As such, it could be an okay place to stay for a night. Unfortunately, however, the bed did not really have a mattress (rather just some layers of sort of blankets upon plain wood) and I had to find multiple bed bugs which obviously made it impossible to sleep. It also happens to be the second time that I encounter bed bugs in one of the Dengba Hostels — so maybe there’s a sad pattern to it.
Response from Property: Thank you for your insightful feedback. We deeply apologize for the unpleasant experience you had during your stay. The inn management takes every guest's feedback very seriously. Each bed has a mattress and a quilt. With the recent changeable weather, mosquitoes may fly in. If this happens, please report it to the front desk and we will conduct disinfection. We will further improve our facilities and services. We sincerely look forward to your visit again.
TAN-0708
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Jul 2025
Other
1 review
2.0/10
Posted on Aug 14, 2025
There was no portable bedside table, which made it incredibly inconvenient to place my belongings. The room itself was tiny; there wasn't even enough floor space for a suitcase, let alone room on the bed. The hallway was extremely narrow, to the point where two people couldn't pass each other comfortably. On top of that, my roommate was awful. The staff were very accommodating, but it felt like they were constantly catering to the long-term residents, who were very unfriendly towards new guests. Furthermore, the bathroom was very dirty, the drainage system was clogged, making it highly inconvenient, and the soundproofing was extremely poor.
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Response from Property: Thank you for your insightful feedback. We deeply apologize for the unpleasant experience you had during your stay. Our beds have a small cabinet and table for storing valuables. If your suitcase doesn't fit in the room, you can leave it at our front desk, which is staffed 24 hours a day. Regarding guest issues, as long as they haven't violated our inn's rules, we can only mediate and negotiate between guests. We don't favor one room over the other, and we can even move you to another room if we have enough rooms. Our bathrooms are cleaned and disinfected daily, and if you report any drainage issues promptly, we can address them promptly. We're not a new hotel, so we're very experienced in handling common problems. Regarding space, due to our price and location, there are some trade-offs. Don't just focus on size and ignore price and location. Our value for money is absolutely acceptable. Regarding soundproofing, if you find it noisy, please contact our front desk immediately. We'll discuss it with other guests or even find you a room change. Earplugs are also available free of charge at the front desk. The inn management values every guest's feedback and will continue to improve our facilities and services. We sincerely look forward to your return visit.
Guest User
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Apr 2025
Traveling with friends
7 review
6.5/10
Posted on Jun 10, 2025
The room was very cramp and toilet is very smelly. Need to buy your own towel, toilet tissue, slippers, toothbrush, water bottle so in general although price is cheaper than other hostels, it may not be as cheap as it seems as a lot of amenities are not provided. Bed was also very thin and tough despite looking very thick in the picture. Another note is you have to lay your own bedsheet protector as such service is not provided here.
Response from Property: Thank you for your pertinent comments. We are deeply sorry and regretful for your unpleasant experience during your stay. The inn management attaches great importance to the opinions of every guest. The auntie cleans every day, toilet paper and slippers are provided free of charge, and there is also a water dispenser. We will further improve our facilities and services. We sincerely look forward to your visit again.
GUN
Bed in Cozy Room - 6-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Mar 2025
Solo traveler
7 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 6, 2025
Originally, my spouse and I had planned to stay in a different accommodation for our trip to Shanghai, but due to her personal circumstances, I came to Shanghai alone.
So I chose this accommodation because it's conveniently located, offers good value for money, and provides a comfortable place to sleep and shower for alone traveler. Upon using it, I found that it's centrally located with convenient access to public transportation, shopping facilities, convenience stores, fruit shops, bars, restaurants, and other amenities. The hot shower and comfortable bed were satisfactory. However, since it's a multi-bed room, there were some inconveniences for privacy, but considering the price, I expected that and chose it willingly.
Response from Property: Dear friends: Hello! Thank you for your 5-point review! Every city has its own reasons for missing, every season has its own unforgettable scenery, and every inn has its own sweet and warm memories. I hope Dengba will be the warmest and most unique one in your memory! Come back to Dengba Inn often, and I wish you well!
fa
Bed in Cozy Room - 4-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Mar 2025
Solo traveler
3 review
7.5/10
Posted on Apr 17, 2025
The location is a bit of a walk from the nearest metro station, and the hostel is on the 4th floor of the building. (There are 2 elevators tho)
The staff were friendly and willing to help, though there might be a slight language barrier. I appreciated that they gave me a disposable towel since none were provided by default.
One thing to note is that you have to make your own bed upon arrival. Also, the bathroom inside the room had a bit of a gap (as in the photo here), so it didn’t feel fully closed off — which was a little awkward.
Overall, it’s a decent place if you’re okay with the basics and just need a place to sleep.
Response from Property: Thank you for your careful review! You must be a very tasteful person! The good service is because there are guests like you who are always paying attention to us. We are committed to providing you with a cordial and thoughtful stay experience. We believe that guests are family, so we are particularly concerned about everything you do during your stay. We are considerate, caring, and warm. This is the most sincere gift from every Dengba Inn staff. Here, we will, as always, welcome you again with a cordial smile. Thank you.
周马龙
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Feb 2025
Solo traveler
2 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 2, 2025
Nice and clean room. Help full staff. Close to travel spots. Very close to metro station to come fom both airports by line 2. Convenion. Butget
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Response from Property: Dear friends: Hello! Thank you for your trust in Shanghai Dengba Inn! Thank you for your praise and strong recommendation! Dengba Inn welcomes you to come next time at any time. I wish you all the best in your work and life. We are always looking forward to your arrival.
Guest User
Bed in Cozy Room - 4-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Jan 2025
Solo traveler
5 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 1, 2025
Great Stay in the Heart of Shanghai
I had a fantastic stay at this hostel! The location is perfect—right between The Bund and the Shanghai Museum, making it easy to explore the city. The subway is also close by, which was convenient for getting around.
The staff were helpful and spoke English, which made my stay even smoother. The bed was comfortable with a privacy curtain that hides the light very well :) —it added an extra touch of comfort. Nothing fancy but overall, a great choice for anyone visiting Shanghai!
Response from Property: Dear friends: Hello! Thank you for your 5-point review! Every city has its own reasons for missing, every season has its own unforgettable scenery, and every inn has its own sweet and warm memories. I hope Dengba will be the warmest and most unique one in your memory! Come back to Dengba Inn often, and I wish you well!
Guest User
Bed in Cozy Room - 4-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Jan 2025
Solo traveler
3 review
5.5/10
Posted on Feb 21, 2025
I found a cockroach in the bathroom about 10 minutes after arriving. The bathroom and and the floor were dirty. The only clean thing were the sheets for the bed.
No one speaks even a little English. The location is great though.
Response from Property: Dear guest, thank you very much for choosing to stay in our hotel and for your affirmation of our location. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you encountered during your stay. Regarding the hygiene issues you mentioned, we have immediately notified the cleaning team to conduct a comprehensive inspection and rectification to ensure that similar situations do not occur again. We have always been committed to providing guests with a clean and comfortable accommodation environment. Obviously, we did not meet your expectations this time, and we are deeply sorry for this. In addition, regarding the problem of language communication, we will strengthen the English training of our employees in order to better serve international guests. Your feedback is very important to us, and we will seriously improve it. I hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better stay experience again in the future. If you have any further comments or suggestions, please feel free to contact us. Thank you again for your understanding and support. I wish you a pleasant journey!
Guest User
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Jul 2025
Solo traveler
33 review
7.5/10
Posted on Aug 11, 2025
Not a social hostel, many people living long term in the already small rooms.
Other than that overall clean and good location.
Response from Property: 您好! 非常感謝您對客棧的支持和各方面的認可, 我們所做的一切都衹為每一位賓客帶來不一樣的度假體驗, 看到您的滿意和肯定, 我們真的是非常的感動,我們會繼續努力時刻準備着您隨時回來。
PetrK
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Dec 2024
Solo traveler
51 review
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Jan 28, 2025
Good hostel. Clean bed with el. plugs. Helpful staff. No soap, shampoo or toilet paper in the bathroom.
Response from Property: Dear friends: Hello! Thank you very much for your support and recognition of the inn. Everything we do is to bring a different holiday experience to every guest. Seeing your satisfaction and affirmation, we are really very moved. We will continue to work hard and be ready for you to come back at any time.
Aimee25
Bed in Cozy Room - 6-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Jun 2025
Solo traveler
11 review
7.5/10
Posted on Jul 15, 2025
Good location but the bathroom needs cleaning more frequently. Also the dorm beds are very uncomfortable.
Response from Property: 感謝閣下對我們提出的中肯意見。對閣下在住期間的不愉快經歷,我們深表歉意和遺憾。客棧管理層非常重視每一位賓客的意見,阿姨每天都會打掃房間和浴室, 我們將進一步完善並改進我們的設施與服務。我們真誠期待閣下的再次光臨。
Guest User
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Apr 2025
Solo traveler
1 review
6.5/10
Posted on May 17, 2025
Got bitten by bedbugs, never happened to me so far in any of the hostels I ve been to.
No toilet paper, no soap available, for the price I expect at least those kind of basics. Need sleepers? Have to pay. Want to leave your luggage? Have to pay. First time I see this. Very smelly room, the guests should be mandated to leave their shoes outside as the space is very small, the smell is unbearable.
The only good point is the location of the place. The guy at the reception couldnt speak English, but was helpful, no complains about that.
Response from Property: Hello, thank you for your opinions and comments. We are deeply sorry for your unpleasant experience. There are some situations that you may not be aware of. Let me explain them to you. It's currently the mosquito season. Some guests like to open the Windows, so it's hard to completely avoid this. If you don't have toilet paper, you can ask the front desk for it. It's free. There is body wash and shampoo in the bathroom. Luggage storage is only charged for overnight stays. As for the issue of smelly shoes, you can report it to our front desk staff and we will handle it. At the same time, thank you for your recognition of our front desk staff. Looking forward to your next visit.
Lucia Allegrezza
Bed in Cozy Room - 6-Person Occupancy (Females only)
Stayed in Apr 2025
Solo traveler
4 review
8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on May 15, 2025
The location is perfect. Close to the main street and the metro. The room is good but the mattress was practically absent and hard. the cleaning left much to be desired. the bathroom in 5 days never cleaned by anyone and was in pitiful conditions.
Response from Property: Thank you for your constructive comments. We sincerely apologize and regret for the unpleasant experience you had during your stay. The inn management attaches great importance to the opinions of every guest. The bathroom and lobby are cleaned by aunties every day. We will further improve our facilities and services. We sincerely look forward to seeing you again.
Anonymous User
Bed in Cozy Room - 8-Person Occupancy (Males only)
Stayed in Dec 2024
Solo traveler
4 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 27, 2025
Good location for solo travel the service is smiles