Qingdao Kaiyue Hotel Zhongshan Road St Michael's Cathedral and Zhanqiao Pier
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, this is worth booking if you want a well-rated, low-cost base in the old part of Shinan District and can live with a 3-star room. Skip it if you need a pool, spa or gym, or if you plan to spend most of your time near May Fourth Square.
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The full listed name is Qingdao Kaiyue Hotel Zhongshan Road St Michael's Cathedral and Zhanqiao Pier, and the name tells you what it sells: location. It suits couples and solo travellers who want to walk to the cathedral and the older streets, pay little, and spend their days out. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 from 317 reviews.
It is a 3-star property. The listed facilities are short: free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, a terrace, free parking and air conditioning. There is no pool, spa or gym in the data. If those matter, the Luxury pick in this city is a better match.
Location and getting around
The address is No.31 Ji Ning Road, in Shinan District. The location score from guests is 9.6, one of the strongest numbers on this page. Guests describe a central spot in the Old Town close to the cathedral, the pier, shops and places to eat.
Our walking estimates are straight-line figures, so real routes may take longer. St. Michael's Cathedral is about 0.8 km away, roughly 10 minutes on foot. Qingdao TV Tower is about 2.4 km, around 30 minutes. May Fourth Square is 5.2 km away, about 65 minutes on foot. That one is far: plan on public transport or a taxi to get there.
What guests say
Two themes come up most. First, the location: guests like being able to walk to the cathedral, the pier and the shopping and dining streets. Second, the staff: reviewers describe a friendly team that speaks English and helps with luggage and local advice.
No recurring complaints are listed in the review summary we used. Room size, noise levels and the condition of the rooms have not been assessed, so read a few recent reviews before you commit.
Price and how it compares with our other two picks
The reference price was €29.96 per night, about €60 for the whole stay. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 November) for 2 adults in one room. They are not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
That figure sat 54% below the median of €65.81 per night across the hotels we sampled. Our Budget pick, Qingdao Liuying Jieli Hotel - Qingdao Station Trestle Bridge Branch, came in cheaper at €20.59 per night but with a lower score of 8.6. Our Luxury pick, Shangri-La Qingdao, scored 9.0 and cost €75.95 per night for a 5-star stay. For about €9 more per night than the Budget pick, you get the highest guest score of the three.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 12 eligible properties in Qingdao. This hotel shared second place on guest score among them, with 317 reviews behind that number. As our Best Value pick, it balances score, review volume and price. It is not the cheapest option, but the gap in score over the Budget pick is clear, and the price is well under half of the Luxury pick.
Before you book
Breakfast styles listed are Continental, Full English/Irish and American. Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed, so check the rate details. Cancellation terms have not been assessed either.
Check the opening times of the restaurant and terrace for your dates, and whether any fees apply. If quiet matters to you, ask for a room away from the street, since noise has not been rated.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is the hotel from St. Michael's Cathedral?
About 0.8 km, or roughly 10 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Guests often mention the short walk to the cathedral and the pier.
Is breakfast included?
That is not confirmed. Continental, Full English/Irish and American breakfast styles are listed, but you should check whether your rate includes it.
Can I walk to May Fourth Square?
It is about 5.2 km away, around 65 minutes on foot. That is far, so use public transport or a taxi.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price was €29.96 per night for 2 adults, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026. Check today's price for your own dates.