Sanmin Travel Guide

Kaohsiung

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A busy urban street with colorful billboards and signs, a woman riding a bicycle, and various vehicles.
A modern building with a glass facade, a parking lot with cars, and a sculpture in the foreground.
A forested area with a small waterfall flowing over rocks.
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Stay near popular Sanmin attractions

Kaohsiung Medical University

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
Explore the campus of Kaohsiung Medical University as part of your travels around Kaohsiung. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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Things to do

Alishan Day Tour from Kaohsiung

Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)

Rp1.540.046
per adult
Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)
Suzuka Circuit Park Ticket in Kaohsiung

Suzuka Circuit Park Admission Ticket in Kaohsiung

Rp574.912
per adult
Suzuka Circuit Park Admission Ticket in Kaohsiung
Take a walk through this otherworldly terrain and feel the mysterious power of nature carved over the years—it's like stepping onto the surface of the moon itself.

Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2

Rp1.309.003
per adult
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Rp1.527.110
per adult
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Hang out with locals in Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local

Rp1.527.110
per adult
Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local
Dragon and Tiger Pagodas

Private Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour

Rp3.952.520
per adult
Private Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour
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Top hotels in Sanmin

Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station

Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station

3 out of 5
No.33, Jianguo 3rd Rd. Kaohsiung
The price is Rp799.935 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp799.935
Rp923.925 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,239 reviews)
"I like the breakfast very much."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station
Kindness Hotel - Kaohsiung Main Station

Kindness Hotel - Kaohsiung Main Station

3 out of 5
No. 295, Jianguo 2nd Rd., Sanmin Dist. Kaohsiung
The price is Rp1.153.790 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.153.790
Rp1.332.630 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Kindness Hotel - Kaohsiung Main Station
Hotel Midtown Richardson Kaohsiung Boai

Hotel Midtown Richardson Kaohsiung Boai

3.5 out of 5
338, Bo Ai 1st Road, San Min District Kaohsiung
The price is Rp786.431 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp786.431
Rp908.331 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice and clean room. Enjoyed my stay!"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Hotel Midtown Richardson Kaohsiung Boai
Watermark Hotel Kaohsiung Station

Watermark Hotel Kaohsiung Station

3.5 out of 5
No.437, Anning St., Sanmin District Kaohsiung
The price is Rp892.466 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp892.466
Rp1.030.754 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The free breakfast was a treat! Free washing but you have to pay to use the dryer"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Watermark Hotel Kaohsiung Station
Royal Group Hotel Xiong Zhong Branch

Royal Group Hotel Xiong Zhong Branch

3 out of 5
No. 44, Jianguo 3rd Rd Kaohsiung
Stay at this guesthouse in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
"5 minutes walking from Kaohsiung Main Station for metro and local train, about 10 difference bus lines in front of the hotel. Snack and solfdrink provide 24/7, free washing and drying machine and free breakfast, 10 minutes walking to night market."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

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Royal Group Hotel Xiong Zhong Branch
Kiwi Express Hotel - Jiuru

Kiwi Express Hotel - Jiuru

3 out of 5
No.790, Jiuru 1st Rd., Sanmin Dist. Kaohsiung
The price is Rp422.706 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp422.706
Rp488.227 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Liuhe Night Market and Central ...
Kiwi Express Hotel - Jiuru
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Where to stay in Sanmin

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A tall skyscraper with a distinctive top and a central void, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.

Kaohsiung City Centre

Travellers love Kaohsiung City Centre for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kaohsiung by jumping on the metro at Formosa Boulevard Station or Sinyi Elementary School Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Liuhe Night Market and Central Park.

A traditional Chinese pavilion by a waterfront with modern buildings in the background.

Zuoying District

Get to know Zuoying District and its many features like its mountain views and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Dragon Tiger Tower and Lotus Pond, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.

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Sinsing District

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Sinsing District. If sightseeing is on the list, Dome of Light is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sinyi Elementary School Station or Formosa Boulevard Station to see more of the area.

A historic building with green and beige facades, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
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Yancheng District

Noted for its art galleries and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Yancheng District. Top attractions like Pier-2 Art Center and Kaohsiung Music Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yanchengpu Station or Penglai Pier-2 Station to see more of the city.

A modern skyscraper with a unique architectural design, surrounded by other buildings and a clear blue sky with clouds.
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Lingya District

Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and TESL Kaohsiung eSports Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wukuaicuo Station or Lingya Sports Park Station to see more of the city.

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