Start Hotel

Start Hotel offers boldly designed Single Rooms with a shared bathroom and one twin bed, Standard Double Rooms with one double bed, or Deluxe Quadruple Rooms with two double beds. All rooms come furnished with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and flat-screen cable TVs, and many have private bathrooms with toiletries, minifridges, and gaming consoles.

Guests can enjoy free snacks and drinks throughout the day. Additionally, the hotel provides a 24-hour front desk and free parking near the hotel grounds. The hotel also offers a smoke-free environment and laundry facilities.

Start Hotel is centrally located in Kaohsiung’s Xinxing District, near many celebrated attractions such as Liuhe Tourist Night Market, Sanfong Temple, National Science and Technology Museum, and Love Pier. The hotel is also just a few miles from Kaohsiung International Airport.

Guests have praised the hotel's clean and cozy accommodations, as well as the clean and bright environment of the rooms and washrooms. However, some guests have mentioned concerns about the cleanliness of the bedsheets and shared bathroom areas.

Many guests have highlighted the very kind and friendly staff, as well as the excellent hospitality provided by the hotel. However, some guests have expressed concerns about the soundproofing and the availability of staff on-site.

Several guests recommended choosing a room on higher floors to minimize noise and enjoy better views.

Some guests suggested checking room amenities before booking, as some rooms have shared bathrooms, which may not be suitable for all travelers.

Take advantage of the complimentary snacks and drinks available throughout the day, as mentioned by several guests.

Be mindful of potential noise from shared bathrooms and thin walls, especially in lower-level rooms, as highlighted in some reviews.

Guests highly recommended exploring the nearby Liuhe Night Market for a wide variety of local food and shopping, just a short walk from the hotel.

The 24-hour front desk offers convenience, but some guests noted challenges in reaching staff during the day, so plan accordingly.

Spend time in the common area on the 6th floor, where guests can socialize, cook, and enjoy complimentary food and drinks, as suggested by multiple guests.

Consider the room type carefully, as some guests found the basement rooms cozy but noted poor Wi-Fi reception in those areas.

Consider booking early to potentially secure better rates, as last-minute bookings during weekends may result in higher prices, as mentioned by a guest.

Be mindful of high and low seasons, with August being highlighted as the high season and October as the low season, which may impact availability and pricing.