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8.5

1,455 reviews

Start Hotel

Start Hotel

No. 182, Liuhe 1st Road , Kaohsiung, 80055, Taiwan

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Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Start Hotel

Start Hotel is a 3-star inn in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, located about 1.3mi from the city center. A traveler-friendly base with straightforward comforts, it puts the pulse of the city within easy reach while keeping things relaxed and simple.

Found at No. 182, Liuhe 1st Road, rates start from $40. The property has 1,618 reviews, offering plenty of stories and tips from guests for future stays.

Amenities include Private Parking (extra charges), Adults only, Wifi (free), Air conditioning, 24-hour front desk, Non-smoking rooms, Elevator, Garden, Upper floors accessible by elevator, and Free toiletries.

Payment options include cash and major cards—Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Maestro—along with UnionPay debit cards; cash is accepted. Each stay is non-smoking, ensuring a comfortable environment for all guests.

Room types cover a range from the roomy Deluxe (313 sqft) and Quadruple layouts to smaller options. The Deluxe (313 sqft) and Quadruple accommodate two adults and one child; a Room - 1 Twin offers 216 sqft with a twin bed; a Dormitory with bunk beds is also 216 sqft. Compact choices include Room - 1 Twin, Shared Bathroom and Single Room, Shared Bathroom at 65 sqft each. Deluxe Double Room and Standard Room measure 183 sqft and feature a double bed; additional Room - 2 Twin configurations are available. All options are non-smoking.

Private parking is available for an extra charge. An adults-only policy is listed among the amenities.

Closest airports

Kaohsiung International Airport

4.9mi

Tainan Airport

22.8mi

Hengchun Airport

49.2mi

Feng Nin Tw-Afb

51.7mi

Chiayi Airport

57.6mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Room - 1 Twin

1 Twin Bed

215 sqft

Flat-screen TV

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This twin room is air-conditioned and has a private bathroom and an electric kettle. The unit has 1 bed.

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Deluxe, Quadruple

315 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Dormitory, Bunk

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Free wifi

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This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

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Room - 1 Twin, Shared Bathroom

65 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Non-smoking rooms

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Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The single room provides air conditioning. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Deluxe Double Room

185 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This double room features air conditioning and tea/coffee maker There are limited parking spaces in the hotel, Guest book this room type have priority of reserving parking spaces, other room types are not guaranteed to have parking spaces.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom in Start Hotel

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

65 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

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Standard Double Room - No Parking in Start Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Room - 2 Twin

Flat-screen TV

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Single Room

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Guest reviews

8.5

1,455 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Tanya

8.2

March 2025

It’s central, it was clean and free food on 6th floor. It was clean and the 6th floor was nice. The rooms were a bit small and it’s one of the showers that combines with toilet so everting gets wet. I just feel rude using it when you’re sharing so not my preferred type of bathroom situation.

The food wasn’t the best quality options for fruit at least. Some stuff seemed expired or mouldy, but packaged stuff was fine.

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Marcus

10

September 2024

What a great place. I arrived from Kaohsiung airport quite late and after checking in was closed. But I was still able to get in. The hostess had contacted me to let me know where the keys to my room were, unfortunately I didn't have internet so I couldn't see her messages. If you find yourself without internet and in the same situation as me, just look around in the first floor and it should be good (be sure to tell the hostess in advance if you are arriving late). I had a good sleep, in a nice small room. It was cosy, and was great for one person. My card was not working propperly (due to an error on my end) but if you can pay in cash then all works great. Wonderful hospitality, and it's a great place to stay if you want to visit Kaohsiung or you just need a place to stay for the night. Would 100% go back if I am in town again.

If the showers had curtains to protect the rest of the bathroom, then it would be flawless. (The bathroom and shower is one single room, there is 1 bathroom per gender, but the doors lock and there is privacy)

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Jay

10

December 2024

Really lovely place to stay. The owner clearly cares about making it a welcoming and comfortable place. The 6th floor laundry is a life saver and the common area has food supplies, a kitchen, lots of drinks options, and a bathroom. The mural is gorgeous too. The owner is helpful and flexible - I arrived early to drop my bags and my room was already ready so she just checked me in early.

It's bright in the room at night, I had to wear my eye mask.

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Chia-yi

10

July 2023

The shower! It's so powerful with very good hot water system! There's also a massage chair in the room! Location was very near the night markets, there are a few there and many mrt exits as well! Also the 6th floor lounge was a big plus! It was raining a lot when we were there and the 6th floor was a very good comfy place with big sofa and tables so I could get some work done while waiting for the rain to stop. They have free drinks upstairs like coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fruit sodas, even got free ice, can cook there, even with an oven and free fruits/cold milk and instant ramen!!! The staff were very nice too! I had a very nice time staying there!

Nothing, they were very helpful and even borrowed us umbrella since it was raining.

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Anita

9.1

February 2024

The location is very good, close to the night market and the metro station. The beds are very comfortable. There is a nice seating area on the 6th floor with some sofas and some free food and drinks!

There is no reception/staff in the hotel all day so they are a bit difficult to reach in case of questions. There is no shower curtain of cabin, so the whole bathroom will get wet. But both is common in Taiwan. Overall very good quality for this price.

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Szuping

8.2

December 2022

The location was really 2 minutes from the MRT station and the night market, so it couldn't have been more convenient. We also really enjoyed the 6th floor with various free drinks, instant ramen, fruits, eggs, and freezers filled of I'm not sure other frozen food. The room and bathroom were clean and the bed comfortable. My husband really liked the Wii and the massage chair. If you book early I see on google that you may get the room for 1000 - 1500 NTD, if so I think it is a great deal. We paid more because it was a last-minute booking and it was during the weekend. Nevertheless, I think it was a good value.

During our stay the WIFI didn't worked in our room nor work on the 6th floor, so we had to use our mobile data. I reported to the staff via the phone that is outside of the property (because we didn't see any staff on-site during our whole stay. On the last day upon our return to our room, the Wi-Fi finally worked. The window was small and there is a lot of noise from the street. There is no separate shower (wet/ dry area) so when you shower everything gets wet. But I think that is a pretty normal design for this part of Taiwan. Regardless I think it was a good stay and a good value for the money.

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Mingyu

10

August 2025

1. The host was really nice! 2. The room was clean 3. Lounge floor is perfect Some free food, coffee and laundry machine 4. The hotel is in very good location (Right in front of Liuhe Night market)

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Konrad

10

March 2025

Probably the best place to stay due to its location: 2 minutes from the main subway station (both orange and red lines), 7-Eleven, bicycles station (YouBike) and night market. You literally just have to cross the street.

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Anonymous

9.1

September 2025

It was close to the Night Market, and there is a lounge on the top floor with snacks, instant noodles, fruits, etc., that you can enjoy with no extra charge.

It was all pretty good.

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Xiang

9.1

August 2023

Lady Boss of the hotel was super friendly, and hospitality were good. The pantry provide lots of food and drink , for guest to enjoy. What’s more free laundry service …. Thumbs up 👍 👍👍

Soundproof from the next door

Points of Interest Around Start Hotel

Attractions

Taiwan National Science and Technology Museum

1.4mi

Kaohsiung Pier-2 Art Center

1.6mi

Fo Guang Shan Monastery

12.1mi

Tainan

25.3mi

Amenities of Start Hotel

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Start Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Start Hotel

Is there parking available at Start Hotel?

Yes, parking is available at Start Hotel, but it is at a nearby location and guests must make a reservation in advance. Please note that charges may apply for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Start Hotel?

Start Hotel's room rates start around $40. Rates, however, may vary depending on room choices and stay period. Please provide your dates for real-time prices.

What types of rooms does Start Hotel offer?

The hotel offers single, double, and family rooms, accommodating various occupancy needs. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from single to king-size, based on room type. Room sizes differ based on occupancy and bed size.

What are the main attractions at Start Hotel?

Guests at Start Hotel can make the most of their stay by enjoying the hotel's leisure amenities. They can spend quality time in the garden, relax in the non-smoking rooms with air conditioning, and take advantage of the 24-hour front desk for any assistance they may need during their stay. The hotel also offers private parking for convenience. Additionally, as an adults-only property, guests can enjoy a peaceful and quiet environment throughout their visit. With free WiFi available, guests can stay connected and entertained during their stay.

Does Start Hotel accept credit cards?

Yes, Start Hotel does accept credit cards such as Mastercard, JCB, Visa, Maestro, UnionPay debit card, and UnionPay. Additionally, they do accept payment in cash as well.