Cost of living for longer stays
Cell therapy, radiotherapy and recovery can mean one to three months in China. Here is what a month typically costs, depending on the kind of place you stay.
| Per month | Tropical beach resort area |
|---|---|
| 1-bedroom flat, standard neighbourhood | 1,500–3,000 RMB ≈ C$316–C$633 CAD |
| 1-bedroom flat, central or seafront | 4,500–7,000 RMB ≈ C$949–C$1,476 CAD |
| Food, eating like locals | 550–1,000 RMB ≈ C$116–C$211 CAD |
| Food, Western-style dining | 2,500–4,500 RMB ≈ C$527–C$949 CAD |
| Total, simple lifestyle | 5,000–8,000 RMB ≈ C$1,054–C$1,687 CAD |
| Total, comfortable lifestyle | 16,000–28,000 RMB ≈ C$3,374–C$5,904 CAD |
Totals include rent. Prices rise in the December–February peak season, especially in resort areas. Sources: China Briefing, Cost of Living in China 2026 · 1 RMB = 0.2108 CAD (6 Nov 2026)
Estimate your stay
C$2,108–C$3,374 CAD
10,000–16,000 RMB = 2 × 5,000–8,000 RMB × 0.2108
Estimated living costs for one person, excluding medical bills and flights
Practical tips
Paying
Alipay and WeChat Pay accept foreign cards. Keep some cash for small shops.
Phone and internet
We set up a local SIM on arrival. Many Western apps need a VPN in China.
Getting around
DiDi ride-hailing works in English. High-speed trains circle the island.
Climate
Warm all year. Summer is hot and humid, with typhoons possible from July to October.