7 Best Hotels in Kaohsiung, Taiwan Highly Rated by Guests
Searching for the best hotels in Kaohsiung for your Taiwan trip? Take your pick from our list!
Kaohsiung is a charming coastal city in the Southern part of Taiwan, which is home to some of Taiwan’s top attractions like the Fo Guang Shan Museum, Cijin Beach, and Baoshan Erjituan Cherry Blossom Park, one of the best Taiwan cherry blossom spots.


We had the chance to explore Kaohsiung for a few days before heading to other cities on the West Coast including Taichung, Tainan, and Taipei.
If you are flying to Kaohsiung Airport and want to stay in the city, we’ve handpicked the best Kaohsiung hotels that are strategically located and highly rated by guests.
Note: The Kaohsiung hotel prices published here are accurate as of writing. Check the respective booking platforms for the most updated room rates on your chosen stay dates.
Best hotels near Kaohsiung Station
These hotels are just within walking distance to Kaohsiung Station, making it easy for you to explore the city by public transport.
1. Kindness Hotel – Kaohsiung Main Station
Kindness Hotel – Kaohsiung Main Station is one of the best hotels in Kaohsiung with its strategic location, spacious rooms, and thoughtful amenities.
This affordable hotel in Kaohsiung offers complimentary snacks and drinks including a welcome beer, ice cream, tea, and coffee. There are also free laundry machines if you need to wash your clothes. On top of all these, guests commend the kind, friendly staff that truly embodies the hotel’s name.
BOOK KINDNESS HOTEL
Address: No. 295, Jianguo 2nd Rd., Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 807
Distance from Kaohsiung Station: 500m (7-min walk)
Rates: From NT$1,932 (US$65.52) / night (Double Room good for 2 adults & 1 kid 4 yrs old)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
2. Airline Inn – Kaohsiung Station
Looking for a budget-friendly hotel near Kaohsiung Station? Consider Airline Inn – Kaohsiung Station, located just across the train station.
This Kaohsiung hotel is praised for its prime location, clean, spacious rooms, and free self-service laundry, making it a value-for-money accommodation in the heart of Kaohsiung.
BOOK AIRLINE INN
Address: No. 33, Jianguo 3rd Road, Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 807
Distance from Kaohsiung Station: 400m (6-min walk)
Rates: From NT$1,421 (US$48) / night (Standard Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
3. JOHO HOTEL
Luxury meets comfort at JOHO HOTEL located near Kaohsiung Station. It features elegant rooms, a rooftop terrace with city views, and a fitness center to burn those extra calories.
Beyond the top-notch amenities, guests admire the exceptional customer service by the staff who are always ready to attend to your needs.
BOOK JOHO HOTEL
Address: No. 306, Zhongshan 1st Road, Sinsing District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 800
Distance from Kaohsiung Station: 600m (9-min walk)
Rates: From NT$3,038 (US$103) / night (Standard Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
Best hotels in Kaohsiung near Central Park
If you want to breathe fresh air and unwind in an oasis in the middle of an urban landscape, stay in any of these Kaohsiung hotels near Central Park.
4. Hotel Indigo Kaohsiung Central Park By IHG
Hotel Indigo Kaohsiung Central Park By IHG may not be the cheapest hotel in Kaohsiung but its unbeatable location, tastefully designed rooms, and 5-star quality service more than make up for it.
We personally stayed here during our Kaohsiung trip, and we can say that it’s totally worth it. From the overall hotel experience to its central location, it is literally above the Central Park Station and just a few steps to Central Park and Shinkuchan Shopping District.
BOOK HOTEL INDIGO
Address: No. 4, Zhongshan 1st Road, Xinxing District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 800
Distance from Central Park: 240m (3-min walk)
Rates: From NT$5,485 (US$186) / night (King Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
5. Fullon Poshtel Kaohsiung
Fullon Poshtel Kaohsiung is a newly built hotel in Kaohsiung so you can expect spanking clean rooms and top-notch amenities. Stay on the top floor for some incredible city views.
From its prime location to its outstanding customer service, this Kaohsiung hotel will surely meet (or exceed) your expectations.
BOOK FULLON POSHTEL
Address: No. 3, Yongheng St., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 801
Distance from Central Park: 900m (13-min walk)
Rates: From NT$2,164 (US$73) / night (Standard Room good for 2 adults & 1 child below 5)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
Best Kaohsiung hotels near The Pier2 Art Center
Love culture and arts? Stay near The Pier2 Art Center, an art hub filled with local shops, event spaces, and exhibition halls to feed your creative soul.
6. Go Home Hotel
Contrary to its name, Go Home Hotel won’t make you want to go home with its inviting rooms painted with cool murals.
The location is perfect, too, especially for art enthusiasts — you are literally a few steps from The Pier2 Art Center where you can find a number of unique art installations.
BOOK GO HOME HOTEL
Address: No. 139, Gongyuan 2nd Rd., Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 803
Distance from The Pier2 Art Center: 240m (3-min walk)
Rates: From NT$1,248 (US$42) / night (Double Room good for 2 adults & 1 kid 3-4 yrs old)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
7. River Trees Hotel
Fancy a quiet retreat in Kaohsiung without being far from the city? River Trees Hotel will give you just that. It features minimalist Japanese-style rooms that make you feel relaxed throughout your stay.
Do note that the hotel has no elevator so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Despite this, this boutique hotel in Kaohsiung is well-loved by guests for its peaceful environment and warm, helpful staff.
BOOK RIVER TREES HOTEL
Address: No. 2, Wufu 4th Road, Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, 803
Distance from The Pier2 Art Center: 1.1km (15-min walk)
Rates: From NT$1,909 (US$65) / night (Double Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook; Trip.com
So, which of these hotels in Kaohsiung will be your home in Southern Taiwan?
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