Haikou sits on the northern part of Hainan island. Founded in 1926, it is the most populous city in the province and is known for having the best air quality in China, ranking amongst the top living environments in the world.
The capital city of Hainan province holds a leading position in Southern China's economic development zone alongside Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. It is also the key gateway port between China and the South China Sea.
Visas
All international travellers require visas although Brunei, Japan, and Singapore passport holders are able to enjoy visa-free access to China for up to 15 days.
Standard 30 days, single entry visa can be issued in three to five working days at most Chinese embassies, and must be used within three months of the date of issue.
For further details, consult your travel agent, China International Travel Service, China Travel Service, or any Chinese embassy or consulate.
View visa requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
View visa requirements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
Currency
The Chinese currency is known as renminbi (RMB). Credit cards are accepted in major hotels as well as shopping malls.
Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.
RMB 1.00
equals:
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Exchange Rates
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Currency
|
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0.17
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Australian Dollar
(AUD)
|
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0.13
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Euro
(EUR)
|
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0.11
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British Pound
(GBP)
|
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1.25
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Hong Kong Dollar
(HKD)
|
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8.97
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Indian Rupee
(INR)
|
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16.61
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Japanese Yen
(JPY)
|
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0.20
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New Zealand Dollar
(NZD)
|
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0.16
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US Dollar
(USD)
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Taxes
A 15% surcharge, including government tax, is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.
City tax of RMB 8 per room per night is applicable in all hotels.
Tipping
Many mid-range and top-end restaurants generally include their own service charge which varies between establishments.
Officially, tipping is considered inappropriate and is discouraged.
Business Hours
Bank Hours
8.30am - 5pm, Monday through Friday.
Office Hours
8.30am - 12pm, 3pm - 5.30pm, Monday through Friday.
Shopping Hours
10am - 10pm, throughout the week.
Public Health
Visitors entering China are required to complete a health declaration form. Check with your local doctor or health care professional about vaccination requirements before you plan your trip.
The hotel recommends that you drink only boiled or bottled water during your stay in Haikou. Complimentary bottled drinking water is available in every room and is replenished daily.
Dress
Dress is generally informal, but a suit and tie will be appropriate for social, diplomatic or government events.
Weather
Blessed with a subtropical climate, Haikou is an ideal destination to visit all year round.
The average annual temperature is 23.8°C.
Today
Sunny, Thunder Showers
Clouds and sun with a couple of t-storms
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High:
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31°C /
87°F
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Low:
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25°C /
77°F
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Tomorrow
Sunny, Thunder Showers
Periods of sun with a shower or t-storm
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High:
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33°C /
91°F
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Low:
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26°C /
78°F
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Saturday:
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Thunderstorms
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High:
33°C /
91°F
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Low:
26°C /
78°F
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Sunday:
|
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Cloudy
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High:
33°C /
91°F
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Low:
26°C /
78°F
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Monday:
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Cloudy
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High:
32°C /
89°F
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Low:
26°C /
78°F
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