Hotels & Accommodation
Hotel booking in China for foreign passport holders. Not every hotel can legally host non-Chinese guests, Trip.com filters by foreigner-eligible properties, hostels in tier-2 cities often refuse foreigners, and check-in always requires passport plus a 24-hour police registration. Tips on Beijing hutong stays, Shanghai serviced apartments, and avoiding the "Chinese ID only" trap.
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Where should I stay for a 3-night weekend trip to Hong Kong to balance visiting Disney, Shenzhen, and Macau while managing hotel costs?
Base in Tsim Sha Tsui or Mong Kok at HK$1,000-2,000 per night for two nights and use Macau as your third-night detour.
Where can I find a clean, budget-friendly hotel near Nathan Road for a few hours of sleep during a 12-hour layover?
Book the YMCA Salisbury or BeeZee Hostel for clean Tsim Sha Tsui beds at HKD 350 to 1100; both sit a 5-minute walk from MTR.
What are the best hotel options near the Ocean Terminal for early morning arrivals before a cruise?
Pick Marco Polo Hongkong, Gateway, or Prince — all three sit inside Harbour City, five minutes from Ocean Terminal indoors.