Budget Hostels from S$47

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. We’ve heard good things about the waterfront and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Based on reviews from our customers, these Kaohsiung hostels have the best ratings: Let’s Hostel - 2-minute walk from Formosa Boulevard Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an arcade/games room and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms. KW2 Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Penglai Pier-2 Station and Hamasen Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Single Inn Kaohsiung Station Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Formosa Boulevard Station and Kaohsiung Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. D’well Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Sanduo Shopping District Station. Property features include free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and an arcade/games room. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Paper Plane Hostel - 2-minute walk from Houyi Station for easy access to public transport. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Kaohsiung, one of Expedia’s 17 hostels might be a great choice for you.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and September, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Kaohsiung are August, June, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 388 mm of rainfall.

In general, Kaohsiung is known for its art, architecture and temples. Top attractions include Liuhe Night Market and Pier-2 Art Center. Get out into nature with places such as Central Park, Love River and Kaohsiung Cultural Center. Cultural attractions include National Science and Technology Museum, Former British Consulate at Takao and Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Kaohsiung on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kaohsiung (KHH-Kaohsiung Intl.), 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away. An alternative is Tainan (TNN), which is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at Central Park Station, Cianjin Station and Glory Pier Station. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Kaohsiung Station, Gushan Station or Makatao Station.