2-Star Hotels in Taiwan, China

What I liked: the room looks exactly like the picture, friendly staff, AC, hot water shower with good pressure, mini fridge, great Internet, comfy bed, water dispenser, free coffee/tea/hot chocolate dispenser, good soundproofing, great location, quiet. What I didn't like: dirty walls with stains, mold in the bathroom, musty smell in the room. Also, the carpet in the hallways is in serious need of vacuuming.

It is located right next to Hualien Train Station, but it is the West Exit instead of the Main Exit. You need to walk pass a pedestrian bridge located inside Hualien Station to get to this exit. The hotel itself is very clean and cozy. It has quite a few convenient stores nearby, and it also provides free snacks and fruit for customers. One thing to take note is, the hotel door is not a magnetic lock, instead it is a conventional key lock. So don’t expect the door to lock by itself when you go out. But this might sometimes be a plus point because you don’t need to be worried about the situation where you being locked outside and forgot to bring your room key.

I used this place for a solo trip. Towels cost extra; I think a bath towel was 50 NTD. Depending on when you check in, they might have someone who speaks Japanese. I was given instructions in English. Check-out is super easy, just return the key to the front desk.

As a solo traveler, this place is actually good. Its far from the MRT Sanduo Shopping District around 10 mins walk. There's also convenient store at the front of 85 Tower. Staffs are really nice, they provide the full stuff of amenities & Toiletries such as hair dryer, coffee Tea, brush etc. If I have the opportunity, I will difinitely stay here again.

The Japanese-speaking staff are very responsive to inquiries, kind, and provide helpful extra information. The hotel and rooms are spotlessly clean. On the first floor, there's a hot water dispenser with complimentary coffee, oolong tea, green tea, and jasmine tea. The location is excellent, with easy access to Taichung Second Market and Taichung Park. Miyahara, Chun Shui Tang (the original store), and Taichung Station are all within walking distance. The nearest convenience store is about 200m east across the street. The downsides are that the bath towels in the room show a lot of wear, and the bathroom shelf is a bit crooked. There are no amenities, so you need to bring your own. A morning stroll to Taichung Park is lovely and makes you feel like a local.

I stayed here to attend an event at Taipei 101. The check-in process was easy since the staff spoke Japanese. The facilities were clean, and having a shared kitchen and water dispenser was very convenient. The only slight inconvenience was the shower – there's no changing area, which made getting dressed afterward a bit awkward. On the positive side, the private lockers were large and lockable, which gave me peace of mind.

Excellent service attitude and good location

Conveniently located within a short walking distance from the Hualien train and bus stations, this accommodation offers easy access for travelers. The front desk staff were polite, friendly, and always helpful whenever we approached them for directions or recommendations. One thoughtful touch was the Hualien Food Guide folder provided by the hotel, which was especially useful for my family when deciding where to eat and exploring local specialties. The room was spacious, and the bathroom was exceptionally large with a reliable supply of hot water. We also appreciated the good soundproofing, which made our stay comfortable and restful. If you are visiting Hualien, it is advisable to bring mosquito repellent, as there tend to be quite a number of mosquitoes in the area.

Had to stay in Taipei for an extra day unexpectedly, and found this fantastic female-only hostel. I opted for a private single room, though the bathroom was shared, it was really comfortable. The price was incredibly reasonable, and the place was spotless. Highly recommend it!

I cannot recommend this place. I wanted to treat myself to something nice, but woke up in the middle of the night with a headache, as my room was running out of air. None of the windows open! I tried all settings of the AC, which required me to call my wife in China, as it was all in Chinese, but still there was never enough fresh air. I then cancelled my booking. Also, the floor-to-ceiling windows only work if you are on the 5th floor. I was on the second floor, basically street level and had eye contact with construction workers on the street. In that context, smaller windows would have been better, as you are basically seen by everyone passing by on the street (see photos).