Shin Sei Bashi Hotel

Check-in is on the second floor, and you can get your room key from 3 PM, so you can drop off your luggage beforehand. I stayed on the third floor, where the two beds are lined up end-to-end. It was a bit inconvenient to open a suitcase. The toilet and shower are behind a sliding door, but the toilet is so close to the door that it feels cramped when closed. The sink is outside. Two bottles of water are provided in the fridge. There's a window, but it doesn't open. From 9:30 PM to 11:30 PM, you have to ring a doorbell to open the hotel's main entrance. From 11:30 PM to 7:30 AM the next day, there's no staff, which makes it inconvenient to enter from outside. Despite these points, I had a good rest. It's very close to Miyahara, which is great for visiting when there are fewer people. It's also close to Taichung Station.

The reception staff were kind and gentle, explaining all the accommodation details very clearly. The location is close to Taichung Railway Station, making it convenient to go anywhere. There's also a cooperating parking lot with free parking, which is a huge plus for those traveling by car.

The free, partnered parking lot is super convenient. The hotel is located right across from Miyahara Eye Hospital, just a minute's walk away. The price offers great value for money. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Taichung.

Even though I arrived late, the staff waited for me. There was even a staff member who spoke Japanese. I came by motorbike and was able to park it in their contracted underground parking lot nearby.

When I left the room, the door didn't lock, and although they changed my room, I couldn't shake off the security concerns. The young, Japanese-speaking staff member who assisted me was very polite and pleasant, but... I splurged on a VIP room for my last night, but I've never felt so uneasy in all my hotel stays. It's a shame, but I won't be staying here again.

The corner room was a bit small. With a double bed, it's fine for one person. The bed faces directly into the bathroom, so be careful with the water pressure/direction when showering, or the whole floor will get wet. The air conditioning is central, so be aware if you have specific preferences. The room has three sets of lights: main space, bathroom, and a night light. There's a free laundry room on the top floor, with paid dryers. The washing machine automatically adjusts based on the laundry type/requirements. The bed was really comfortable, I slept great, but the pillows were a bit too soft. The location is super convenient. It's across from Miyahara Eye Clinic and a 5-6 minute walk to the train station. The street behind the hotel is lively at night with hot pot restaurants. The staff were friendly.