Kaohsiung

Two floors of a 50-year-old building have been turned into tastefully furnished rooms and dorm rooms with shared bathrooms and two kitchens. — Lonely Planet

The rooms are a good size and feature soft beds... but it's the location that really sells the place. It is literally on the beach, and the hotel has its own private entrance. — Lonely Planet

Just a short walk from the City Council metro station, this good-value choice is the best gateway to the market action, but is also far enough away not to be disturbed by it. — Lonely Planet

This place is not as cheap as it used to be, but rooms have been updated and are a little brighter and bigger than before. — Lonely Planet

Quiet, comfortable rooms right next to the southeastern end of Pier-2 Art District. — Lonely Planet

Features a homey atmosphere with all the fixings: full shared kitchen, TV, stereo etc. There are two rooms (each for two to four people) per floor and each floor has its own bathroom. — Lonely Planet

With its proximity to the Love River and the shopping and restaurants along Wufu-4th Rd, the Kingship makes for a solid midrange option. Discounts of 50% off the rack rates are usual. — Lonely Planet

Luxurious hotel offering rooms with Neoclassical decor and floors loaded with Chinese and Western objets d’art; don’t miss the impressive collection of calligraphy on the eighth and tenth floors. — Rough Guide

Part of a group of luxury hotels in Taiwan, the Ambassador is rated one of Kaohsiung's best. — Lonely Planet

With its central location and English-speaking staff, this hotel is ideal if you want to sample every part of the city within a few days. The decor is clean and neat and the rooms are well-equipped. — Michelin Guide

A solid new budget hotel with pleasant decor. ... Rooms are small but bright and there's efficient use of space so they don't feel cramped. The staff are pleasant. — Lonely Planet

Classical Chinese decor in the larger rooms adds a bit of character to this otherwise standard but comfortable mid-range option, not far from the station. — Rough Guide

The top luxury choice in the city, thanks to its deluxe rooms and magnificent views... There’s also a ladies-only floor and a range of classy restaurants and bars. — Rough Guide

Not quite the flashy boutique hotel it aspires to be but the cheaper “elegance section” is comfortable enough. — Rough Guide

Excellent budget option with branches all over the city; this one is near the train station. Rooms are small but modern, spotless and equipped with comfy doubles. — Rough Guide