

Shanghai Dreams – Hidden Gem on Yongkang Road – Entire Apartment Overview
First Impressions
When I first stumbled upon Shanghai Dreams – Hidden Gem on Yongkang Road – Entire Apartment, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from a three-star place. But you know what? Sometimes the best discoveries come when you’re not looking too hard. This entire apartment sits right on Yongkang Lu, and I mean literally on one of Shanghai’s most charming streets — the kind of spot where locals actually hang out, not just tourists with guidebooks.
The Yongkang Road Magic
Here’s the thing about this location — it’s absolutely perfect, and recent guests have been rating it a solid 10.0 for good reason. Yongkang Road is this narrow little street that feels like old Shanghai decided to throw a party and never stopped. You’ve got hole-in-the-wall bars next to tiny boutiques, street food vendors setting up right outside trendy cafes. I spent half my evenings just wandering up and down this strip, grabbing dumplings from one spot and craft cocktails from another. The French Concession vibes are real here, with those tree-lined streets and colonial architecture that somehow survived all the city’s rapid changes.
The Space Itself
The apartment feels like staying at a friend’s place — if your friend happens to have really good taste and knows how to make a small space work. It’s not huge, but honestly, who cares when you’re spending most of your time exploring the city anyway? The kitchen is actually functional (rare for Shanghai accommodations, trust me), and there’s something satisfying about making morning coffee while watching the street come alive below. The whole setup works especially well for couples — I can see why they’ve been rating this place so highly for romantic getaways.
Neighborhood Life
What I love about staying here is how quickly you become part of the neighborhood rhythm. The local restaurant owners start recognizing you after a couple days, and you’ll find yourself developing routines — morning baozi from the corner vendor, afternoon tea at that little place with no English sign, evening drinks at one of the rooftop bars nearby. Xuhui district has this perfect balance where it feels authentically local but still accessible if you don’t speak Mandarin. Plus, you’re close enough to the metro that getting to other parts of Shanghai is actually pretty straightforward.
Why Guests Love It
Look, with a 9.3 rating, this place is clearly doing something right, and after staying here, I get it. It’s not about fancy amenities or marble lobbies — it’s about location, authenticity, and that feeling like you’ve discovered something special. You’re getting the whole apartment to yourself, you’re on one of Shanghai’s coolest streets, and you’re paying three-star prices for what feels like a much more premium experience. The fact that couples keep coming back and rating it so highly tells you everything you need to know. Sometimes the best travel experiences come from places that don’t try too hard to impress — they just get the fundamentals absolutely right.
Shanghai Dreams – Hidden Gem on Yongkang Road – Entire Apartment Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Two-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed for Max persons: 4 | $148 |


Reviews of Shanghai Dreams – Hidden Gem on Yongkang Road – Entire Apartment
Janisata from Thailand – 25 April 2025 (10/10)
ที่พักตั้งอยู่บนถนน Yongkang rd. เป็นย่านที่มีคาเฟ่หลากหลายมากๆ และมีร้านอาหารไทยดีๆ ที่ควรแวะไปลองทาน ใกล้ร้านสะดวกซื้อ Lawson และห้าง Iamp อุปกรณ์อำนวยความสะดวกในห้องพักที่ครบครัน ทั้งที่รีดผ้า เครื่องซักผ้า ไมโครเวฟ และจานชาม เป็นอีกทางเลือกของคนที่ไม่ชอบการพักแบบโรงแรม และให้บรรยากาศ การพักแบบท้องถิ่นจริงๆ เจ้าของที่พักที่ใจดี และตอบกลับอย่างรวดเร็วเสมอ
What could be improved: ข้อเสียของการเข้าพักครั้งนี้โดยส่วนตัว
1. ผ้าเช็ดตัว เป็นแบบใช้แล้วทิ้ง ซึ่งอาจจะไม่สะดวกนักสำหรับคนไทย ที่อาบน้ำวันละ 2-3 ครั้งต่อวัน เพราะเราใช้มันหมดภายใน 2 วัน จึงต้องหาซื้อผ้าเช็ดตัวที่ซุปเปอร์มาเก็ตมาใช้แทน
2. ทางที่พักไม่ได้มีน้ำดื่มบริการให้ เราไม่แน่ใจว่าสามารถดื่มได้จากน้ำปะปาหรือไม่ จึงต้องซื้อเข้าไปเอง ซึ่งก็ไม่มีปัญหา เพราะร้านสะดวกซื้ออยู่ใกล้มาก
3. มันเป็นอะไรที่ค่อนข้างน่าตกใจ เพราะห้องนอนชั้นบนมีหน้าต่าง ซึ่งเปิดออกไป จะเป็นหลังบ้านที่มองเห็นไปในตัวบ้านของคนอื่น และเสียงเดินขึ้นลงบันได และเสียงพูดคุยดังมาก ในทุกๆเช้า และมันน่าหงุดหงิดไม่น้อยAleksei from Russia – 23 April 2025 (10/10)
Arnaud from United States – 6 April 2025 (8/10)
Place is big with 2 separate bedrooms. Possible to cook. Plenty of coffee places nearby. Quiet.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Yu Garden: 4.6 km
- Nanpu Bridge: 5 km
- Shanghai Tower: 6 km
- People’s Square: 3.9 km
- Shanghai Museum: 3.7 km
- Jing’an Sculpture Garden: 3.2 km
- Madame Tussauds Shanghai: 4.1 km
- Shanghai Entomological Museum: 2.5 km
- Shanghai Museum of Natural History: 3.6 km
- Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre: 4.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Absurd: 600 m
- Cafe/bar Blend Cafe: 500 m
- Restaurant Bund’s Secret (滩悦): 750 m
Top attractions:
- Lupu Bridge: 8 km
- Jin Mao Tower: 7 km
- Waibaidu Bridge: 7 km
- Oriental Pearl Tower: 7 km
- Shanghai History Museum: 7 km
- China Art Museum, Shanghai: 6 km
- Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum: 9 km
- Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC: 7 km
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum: 10 km
- Shanghai Monument to the People’s Heroes: 7 km
Public transport:
- Metro Dapuqiao: 950 m
- Metro Jiashan Road Station: 900 m
- Train Shanghai Railway Station: 5 km
- Train Shanghai South Railway Station: 8 km
- Bus Shanghai Long Distance Bus Station: 5 km
- Bus Shanghai South Long-distance Bus Station: 8 km
Closest airports:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport: 42 km
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport: 13 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
Accessibility:
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
Room Amenities:
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Private entrance
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
- Chinese
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Express check-in/check-out
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Washing machine
- Shower
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Other for your stay:
- Dining table
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator


House Rules at Shanghai Dreams – Hidden Gem on Yongkang Road – Entire Apartment
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 00:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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