Book one of our 10 Best Cheap Hotels in Shanghai and discover the fascinating city at a rack rate! Shanghai has been one of the most exciting destinations in China for centuries, and this is for good reason: with about a thousand years of existence, Shanghai houses a wide range of cultural and historical sites, yet its attractiveness is also thanks to its capacity to evolve into the 21st century with modern architecture and entertainment options.

Our list of the 10 best Shanghai hotels for less than US$50 on display below offers you the opportunity to enjoy all that Shanghai has to offer without sacrificing too much of your hard-earned money and, even more importantly, too much of your comfort. These hotels may be cheap but all of them provide a good standard in terms of accommodation quality.