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Reviews of Dayin Hotel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund

No 659 Ningbo Road, Huangpu District , Huangpu, 200001 Shanghai, China

#164 of 407 hotels in Shanghai

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Review Score

Based on 325 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very loud

    Good location

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    7.0
    Good facilities in central location but small, tired room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was very small and a bit shabby / could do with a refresh. The bathroom has a glass door, so there was no privacy. The air con wasn't great so the room was too warm, even in March.

    Great location just off Nanjing Road by People's Square. This hotel / hostel has good facilities, including a laundry and small gym. The bar is cheap & open 24hrs & they kindly let us check in when we arrived at 9am! Check out is also until 12noon.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room - No Window
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very central location, wonderful staff members (Mike was advising us), clean room and facilities available. Perfect for young travellers.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    7.0
    Great location for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    However, the room was extremely small. There was barely any space to move, and we couldn’t even open our suitcases on the floor—we had to place them on the bed to unpack. It felt very cramped, making the stay quite uncomfortable. Another major downside was the bathroom design. It had a glass wall, offering no privacy at all, which was really inconvenient. The breakfast was also quite disappointing. You could choose from three options, but none of them were particularly good, and the selection was very limited. Overall, it’s an okay experience for a short stay of two days since you’re in the city center and can easily walk everywhere. However, I wouldn’t recommend it for a longer stay due to the lack of space and comfort.

    The best thing about this hotel is its location—it’s very well positioned, making it easy to get around the city. The staff was also very nice and accommodating. They even gave us four vouchers to get soft drinks from the fridge during our two-day stay, which was a nice gesture. Additionally, we had complimentary water and soft drinks in the room, which was a nice touch.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    9.0
    Great option and very well located.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was terrible.

    Everything was great. Comfy room, nice bathroom, gym.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I could hear the sound from next door but not a big deal.

    Good access. Clean room.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    8.0
    I only loved the location. 📍
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room - No Window
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The entrance to the hotel/hostel is quite messy and dirty. It doesn’t resemble a typical hotel; rather, it’s a large building with rooms that have either private bathrooms or bunk beds with shared bathrooms. The breakfast options need significant improvement. They offer three types of “breakfast”—Swiss, English, and French—but there are no clear signs indicating these options. Additionally, basic kitchen supplies like salt and pepper shakers are missing. Be cautious about the city tax, as they tend to charge more than expected. Always verify the amount before making your payment.

    The location is ideal, located in the heart of the city and very convenient, with everything either within walking distance or easily accessible by nearby metro. The receptionist was very kind. There are numerous restaurants and malls right by the hotel/hostel.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit worn-out, needs some repair

    Nicely located hotel, good price/quality.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There could be more breakfast options. The 3 given are more or less the same in terms of food. As this is a hostel plus hotel, don't expect to have a quiet common area in the evening, when it is very crowded and even noisy.

    It's very close to the underground station of People's Square (Exit 19). (But the Amap suggests getting off at Nanjing Road East station, which takes a much longer time to reach the hotel.)

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    8.0
    I’m used to top hotels. This was a really different experience!! I think I would do it again. Made feel like a hippie ag
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff is inexperienced. The lattes were served cool, not hot. Breakfast was bare bones but acceptable.

    Kind of funky but I liked it. Tap beer in the lobby very cool Movies in the lounge also a treat. Rooms are tiny but clean. Great neighborhood for food !!!!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really small room , but at least single. Great location , little difficult to find

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2024

    8.0
    Anna Rudzka
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room - No Window
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good location, almost on main street. Close to the most popular places, main strddt and a lot of atractions, restaurants.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not so good soundproofing, but at night there was quite.

    Perfect location, in 1 minute from Nanjing Road. The room is quite small but very clean and comfortable. Good classic breakfast. Also, free beer was a nice surprise:)

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2024

    8.0
    Had a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Good location and helpful staff

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit tricky to find since the hotel reception is on the second floor. Also we were a bit surprised to find the bathroom walls are made of glass.

    Central location, clean rooms, friendly staff.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2024

    9.0
    Clean modern room with a great view and fantastic front desk service to support you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Stayed at this same Dayin at the same time last year but in the dormitory. This time, booked a private room and was incredibly impressed with how spacious and sleek it was. The private bathroom was a blessing and very nice, fully stocked with amenities. The light fixtures throughout were modern and inspiring. The room comes with a small fridge (complimentary drinks such as soda/water/tea bags provided) and a large flatscreen Smart TV. To top it off, the bed was cozy and view through the massive window was awe inspiring. Great service at the front desk was provided by the gentlemen Long and Jing Yi Shi. I was even given a couple of vouchers for a free breakfast and beverage (they have a grocery store-sized refrigerator section of beverages, including alcohol. Great time staying here and will return for a 3rd time. As with last time, great location and lively common area near the reception/bar.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location at an excellent price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Other hotels do the same thing, but the glass wall for the WC leaves very little room for privacy 😅

    Excellent value for money, comfortable bedding, perfect location for visiting Shanghai in a lively tourist district (but quiet room). The staff are efficient and very friendly, with an excellent level of English. We had a plumbing problem in our first room, and within 10 minutes we were moved to another, larger room at no charge. Very satisfying breakfast, room/bar on the first floor with drinks at unbeatable prices for the area. Perfect for a solo stay, a couple or with friends.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2024

    8.0
    We had a short, but great stay! And a shout out to Jing Shi for his great hospitality!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was amazing! Really close to the Bund.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2024

    8.0
    fine place to visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    better description

    good location, friendly staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room did not match description e.g. not sound proof, could hear people walking in the hallway all night

    Great location, room clean and comfortable

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    (1)First room I was there had a very bad smell. I had to change it (2) it's hostel but it wasn't in title of booking while I was expecting hotel (3) the bar below wasn't comfy for me

    (1)Well it had basic things you need in room , (2) it was 2 min from Nanjing road.(3) Staff can speak english

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is very close to the main city sights: The Bund (great night view of Pudong), Nanjing Road, Shanghai History Museum, etc. The staff is nice!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    9.0
    3 days staying in Shanghai
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel is located in a central position, near to Nanjing road and perfect to reach other attractions. The rooms are a bit small, but modern and nicely furnished. The staff is kind and can speak English; the ground floor is equipped with a bar and a cool cinema room!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was quite noisy.

    I had breakfast included but it was very basic. Location was great, very close to walk to Nanjing Rd, train station.

    Stayed in August 2024

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