Taiwan Hotels & Hostels (103)

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You can pretty much judge this hotel from its grey, dull cover. It's doubtful it would be fit for an emperor, but for those looking to be near excellent shopping streets, cultural venues, and Jap…

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It's one of the few true luxury hotels in Taipei, and a pillar (or do we mean a 43-storey tower?) of good taste. The location is prime for the business traveller. Few families or kids stay here, …

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Has this no-nonsense hotel remained on the budget tour map for such a long time because of its fortune? Or is it because it's in a prime location near the reviving old town, and just minutes from…

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An excellent mid-range choice for the intimate feel and great prices. Rooms are small, but the renovations in 2003 made good use of the space. Furnishings are not top-end, but we appreciate that …

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A tidy, cosy, tasteful little place right on the edge of the bustling Shida area. There isn't a bad room here though the higher priced (starting from 2625.00) offer so much more living space and …

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What this place could be if the rooms had the same kitschy Chinese palace design as the lobby and restaurants. But alas, while they are large for the price, they feature (if we can use that word)…

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The stately elegance of the Grand Hotel's palace architecture sadly loses a few style points as almost everyone about is dressed in T-shirts and sneakers. Still, it's one-of-a-kind, surprisingly …

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A design that can't decide if it's English country inn, or garish KTV parlour may not bring you happiness, but the large rooms, comfy beds, and softly lit interiors will at least bring you a good…

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If you like your hostels cheap and cheerful, and well located this place won't disappoint. With three locations, Happy Family can cater to short- or long-term travellers, the old, young, single, …

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This is what you'll get: Really cosy rooms with a spiffy European design at a low price in a great part of town. Stay here and you'll have a few thousand extra each day to spend on the designer b…

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If hotels were soap, this one would be Ivory Snow: clean, pure and simple. It's exactly what you need for a good night's sleep and nothing more. The Flowers is a reliable mid-range hotel, with tw…

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Want to stay in a quaint stone-cottage-style hotel in a national park on the edge of the city? Want to be near hiking trails, hot springs and active fumaroles? Want a room that's simply furnished…

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Budget accommodation around the train station is limited to hostels and bland hotels. This place will do if the newer wing of the Hotel Flowers is full. Rooms are small, but housekeeping does its…

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You might not notice, if you haven't been in Asia before, that this place looks and feels a bit like a private love hotel. But don't worry. It's a legitimate business hotel, and anyone looking fo…

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The spaceship-like exterior of this hotel might have you wondering if the name comes from 'Take me to your leader'. But don't look for super-futuristic designs on board. This place is chic and mo…

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The place is aging (though fairly well), but it's a solid choice for someone on a budget. Room quality really varies though so make sure to ask to see a few before deciding.

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There are times when travelling on a budget that you need to have a little privacy, or at least your own bathroom. A hostel is out, so a little bland hotel like this must be in. But you'll be oka…

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Your best bet for a decent budget hotel is to find a place that has recently been renovated. Like this little business hotel in the heart of old Taipei. Snug little rooms have dark-wood trim, not…

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You may not know it, but northern Taipei is filled with hot spring hotels. Here's one that offers comfy rooms that compare very favourably with the big international hotels downtown. And don't wo…

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If you can book a room here with the usual 30-40% discount, then you've gotten fine value for money. Rooms are clean (if a little frilly) and the hotel offers a health club, small business centre…

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The lobby of this small business hotel is certainly fetching: cool art adorns the walls and a pair of giant slender vases rise like pillars. The unique design does not extend to the rooms unfortu…

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This little hotel opened in 2003 across from a lovely wee park. It's a viable option for the traveller with serious business needs, or a desire to relax in an intimate environment. There are 85 r…

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Taiwan needs more places like this: new, comfortable, and a little quirky. Though the mixed up European, Japanese, and Chinese design may not appeal to everyone, you can't beat getting a sub-3000…

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Built in the 1920s by the Japanese in traditional hot-spring style, the intimate wood-framed doubles will appeal, but don't expect opulence. Rooms are mercifully air-conditioned. This is the real…

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Part of a group of luxury hotels in Taiwan, the Ambassador is rated one of Kaohsiung's best. Facilities include business centre, outdoor pool, health club and a host of food and beverage options.

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Crisp, contemporary and international in style, the 430-room Ambassador is a beautiful hotel that's popular with business travellers and flight crews. There is blond wood and marble throughout, a…

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This hotel is one of the few budget options in a modern upscale part of town. Staff are very friendly and rooms are a good size and value for money. The hotel is off Taizhonggang Rd but just far …

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Also run by local surfers. Rooms are small but brightly painted and the upper-floor rooms have excellent views over the ocean. Nice friendly vibe here and suitable even for older travellers.

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Adjacent to Makung harbour, the Boha offers spotless rooms, some with ocean views. The second-floor restaurant serves surprisingly good Western food, a rarity in Penghu.

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Well situated on the corner of Nanjing and Fuxing roads, the Brother becomes a midrange hotel when the 20% discount (often available) is factored in. The hotel is popular with business travellers…

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The Caesar has a swanky new Southeast Asian design and a new price tag to go with it. Hotel features include a spa, business centre and a fine new supervised children's play area with storytellin…

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Run by the same company as the Confucius Inn, the Cambridge is well positioned in the business district and also just a stone's throw from the Chihkan Towers. Facilities include underground parki…

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There's a light, breezy, whimsical feel to the pastel-coloured Chateau, making it a nice contrast to the posh Caesar. The Chateau sits right on the beach and you pay for this access as overall th…

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Rooms are small, simply furnished but well maintained, except for some bathrooms that have moulding going black. If this bothers you, ask for another room. This hotel is conveniently close to the…

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A good budget choice. It's in a convenient location, walking distance to all the Makung sights and shopping. The 21 rooms here fill up quickly in summer so book ahead.

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Our favourite midrange hotel in Tainan by a Confucian mile. This professionally run hotel, directly south of the Confucius Temple, could easily charge much more. Rooms have a spiffy modern décor,…

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Near the fish market, this place is cheap but run down and dingy, and should only be considered if all the other hotels are full. There are a couple of other cheap hotels on the same block.

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The East Dragon is a comfortable 70-room hotel on the far and quiet end of Ximending's pedestrian plaza, making it an ideal place to rest and heal up from any gruelling 12-hour, liquor-fuelled pi…

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Close to the business district and airport, the Evergreen Laurel has a spacious and relaxed atmosphere. Facilities are top-notch and include a business centre, a number of excellent restaurants a…

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The First makes the most of its four-decade-old shell and smallish rooms with renovated facilities, free wi-fi and several restaurant options. For friendliness, the staff can't be beat.

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