The Westgate is a three-pearl hotel close to the Ximen MRT subway stop in Ximending shopping district. Decor is sleek and contemporary, though a little on the dark side, while minimalist, intelligently designed rooms maximize space. All 121 rooms have free minibars, and some have Nespresso coffeemakers and pleasant views, but other rooms lack windows and many have odd bathroom setups. The breakfast buffet is excellent (costs extra), and lunch, afternoon tea and drinks are available, but dinner isn’t. There are limited gym facilities, a laundry room, and free Wi-Fi. The comparatively priced Taipei Garden Hotel has a larger gym, a spa, and a rooftop garden with hot tubs.
The Westgate is a three-pearl hotel close to the Ximen MRT subway stop in Ximending shopping district. Decor is sleek and contemporary, though a little on the dark side, while minimalist, intelligently designed rooms maximize space. All 121 rooms have free minibars, and some have Nespresso coffeemakers and pleasant views, but other rooms lack windows and many have odd bathroom setups. The breakfast buffet is excellent (costs extra), and lunch, afternoon tea and drinks are available, but dinner isn’t. There are limited gym facilities, a laundry room, and free Wi-Fi. The comparatively priced Taipei Garden Hotel has a larger gym, a spa, and a rooftop garden with hot tubs.
The two-pearl Taipei Morning Hotel is a smart choice for budget-minded travelers looking for design-forward accommodations in the Linsen area of Zhongshan District. The hotel is close to shopping and public transportation, but it isn't within walking distance of most top sights. Its 17 guest rooms range in style, from sleek with vibrant accents, to attractive, minimalist spaces with neutral tones. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free instant coffee, tea, and bottled water. Amenities are very limited, but there's no charge to use the laundry room or lobby computer, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Travelers looking for a budget hotel with better amenities like free breakfast and communal kitchen might consider the C U Hotel.
The two-pearl Taipei Morning Hotel is a smart choice for budget-minded travelers looking for design-forward accommodations in the Linsen area of Zhongshan District. The hotel is close to shopping and public transportation, but it isn't within walking distance of most top sights. Its 17 guest rooms range in style, from sleek with vibrant accents, to attractive, minimalist spaces with neutral tones. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free instant coffee, tea, and bottled water. Amenities are very limited, but there's no charge to use the laundry room or lobby computer, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Travelers looking for a budget hotel with better amenities like free breakfast and communal kitchen might consider the C U Hotel.
The Dandy Hotel - Tianmu Branch is a fashionable 54-room boutique property in the quiet, affluent neighborhood of Tianmu. For travelers looking to avoid the hectic streets in the city center, this three-pearl option makes for a pleasant base from which to explore a few nearby attractions like the National Palace Museum, but it's removed from most tourist spots. The chic, minimalist rooms have unusually small windows, but the rich natural materials and designer furnishings are a plus. A lovely breakfast buffet is included in room rates -- there's even live violin music during certain mornings. Travelers looking for something in a busier area may prefer the Just Sleep - Xi Men Ding instead -- rates will be similar.
The Dandy Hotel - Tianmu Branch is a fashionable 54-room boutique property in the quiet, affluent neighborhood of Tianmu. For travelers looking to avoid the hectic streets in the city center, this three-pearl option makes for a pleasant base from which to explore a few nearby attractions like the National Palace Museum, but it's removed from most tourist spots. The chic, minimalist rooms have unusually small windows, but the rich natural materials and designer furnishings are a plus. A lovely breakfast buffet is included in room rates -- there's even live violin music during certain mornings. Travelers looking for something in a busier area may prefer the Just Sleep - Xi Men Ding instead -- rates will be similar.
The Okura Prestige Taipei is a high-end, 208-room hotel in Taipei's bustling Zhongshan commercial district. It has a gorgeous rooftop pool with a sundeck that has panoramic views of the city, along with a modern fitness center and spa. Its rooms are large and luxurious, with Nespresso machines and big marble bathrooms. Decor throughout is conservative and elegant. Travelers may also want to check out the much larger and also luxurious Regent Taipei, just a few blocks to the north.
The Okura Prestige Taipei is a high-end, 208-room hotel in Taipei's bustling Zhongshan commercial district. It has a gorgeous rooftop pool with a sundeck that has panoramic views of the city, along with a modern fitness center and spa. Its rooms are large and luxurious, with Nespresso machines and big marble bathrooms. Decor throughout is conservative and elegant. Travelers may also want to check out the much larger and also luxurious Regent Taipei, just a few blocks to the north.
The Grand View Resort Beitou is an 80-room luxury hot spring property on the outskirts of Taipei, with a serene hillside location overlooking Danfeng Mountain. There’s a stylish, airy feel and popular amenities include public hot spring pools (these can get busy), a spa, and small gym. Spacious rooms have hot spring fed tubs, Nespresso coffeemakers, free minibars, and thoughtful touches like pajamas. The set breakfast is free and two restaurants serve excellent French and Chinese set lunch and dinner menus. There’s free parking, free Wi-Fi, and free transfers from the subway. Those looking for something with a downtown location might consider the W Taipei, which has a full spa plus a 24-hour gym and rooftop pool. Rates are cheaper, but there are no hot springs.
The Grand View Resort Beitou is an 80-room luxury hot spring property on the outskirts of Taipei, with a serene hillside location overlooking Danfeng Mountain. There’s a stylish, airy feel and popular amenities include public hot spring pools (these can get busy), a spa, and small gym. Spacious rooms have hot spring fed tubs, Nespresso coffeemakers, free minibars, and thoughtful touches like pajamas. The set breakfast is free and two restaurants serve excellent French and Chinese set lunch and dinner menus. There’s free parking, free Wi-Fi, and free transfers from the subway. Those looking for something with a downtown location might consider the W Taipei, which has a full spa plus a 24-hour gym and rooftop pool. Rates are cheaper, but there are no hot springs.
Towering next to Mall 101 in Xinyi District, the five-pearl Grand Hyatt Taipei is a gigantic business hotel with 853 rooms, all with sleek -- if generic -- interiors and marble bathrooms; many have excellent skyline views. The hotel, near the convention center, is geared toward business travelers, with multiple meeting places and free parking and Wi-Fi. It also has 10-odd restaurants and bars, and a top-notch fitness center complete with a heated outdoor pool (it's open to non-guest club members, so the space risks getting crowded). Travelers looking for something a bit trendier might want to check out the five-pearl W Taipei, which caters to a less corporate crowd.
Towering next to Mall 101 in Xinyi District, the five-pearl Grand Hyatt Taipei is a gigantic business hotel with 853 rooms, all with sleek -- if generic -- interiors and marble bathrooms; many have excellent skyline views. The hotel, near the convention center, is geared toward business travelers, with multiple meeting places and free parking and Wi-Fi. It also has 10-odd restaurants and bars, and a top-notch fitness center complete with a heated outdoor pool (it's open to non-guest club members, so the space risks getting crowded). Travelers looking for something a bit trendier might want to check out the five-pearl W Taipei, which caters to a less corporate crowd.
The C U Hotel is a budget property that has many features of a classic hostel, including a communal kitchenette and cheap lodging in shared dorms, in addition to private rooms. Private rooms are fresh and simple, with flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges (along with en-suite bathrooms), but some lack windows. A free breakfast is included and served in a stylish cafeteria, and, unlike most hostels, there's a small fitness room with cardio machines. It's also just around the corner from the famous Ningxia Night Market. Travelers looking for bargain rates may want to check out the Eight Elephants & Dreaming Dragon Hostel instead, though it's just a bit more rough around the edges.
The C U Hotel is a budget property that has many features of a classic hostel, including a communal kitchenette and cheap lodging in shared dorms, in addition to private rooms. Private rooms are fresh and simple, with flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges (along with en-suite bathrooms), but some lack windows. A free breakfast is included and served in a stylish cafeteria, and, unlike most hostels, there's a small fitness room with cardio machines. It's also just around the corner from the famous Ningxia Night Market. Travelers looking for bargain rates may want to check out the Eight Elephants & Dreaming Dragon Hostel instead, though it's just a bit more rough around the edges.
Three-and-a-half-pearl Cosmos Hotel Taipei offers a convenient location and excellent amenities for a great value. The drawback is that common areas look dated, and some may find guest rooms' decor stuffy. However, the property is well-maintained, and its 226 units are tidy and comfortable. All have flat-screen TVs, DVD players, minibars, kettles, bathrobes, slippers, and free coffee/tea and bottled water, but some rooms lack windows. Bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combos and bidet toilets. There's no pool, but the hotel does have several on-site restaurants, a top-floor cocktail lounge, a gym with a sauna, and a spa. Travelers willing to spend more for a luxurious stay with a swimming pool might consider Okura Prestige Taipei.
Three-and-a-half-pearl Cosmos Hotel Taipei offers a convenient location and excellent amenities for a great value. The drawback is that common areas look dated, and some may find guest rooms' decor stuffy. However, the property is well-maintained, and its 226 units are tidy and comfortable. All have flat-screen TVs, DVD players, minibars, kettles, bathrobes, slippers, and free coffee/tea and bottled water, but some rooms lack windows. Bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combos and bidet toilets. There's no pool, but the hotel does have several on-site restaurants, a top-floor cocktail lounge, a gym with a sauna, and a spa. Travelers willing to spend more for a luxurious stay with a swimming pool might consider Okura Prestige Taipei.
Hotel Relax 3 is an unfussy, three-pearl property with a great location in central Taipei. The hotel’s 41 rooms are minimalist and contemporary, equipped with mini-fridges, kettles, and ultra-modern toilets -- although the layout is cramped in some. Amenities are slim, with most guest choosing this property for its tidy rooms and convenient location; although rates do include a free daily breakfast at Relax 3’s sister hotel across the street. Travel looking for a property with more on-site features might prefer Westgate Hotel, which has a restaurant and a gym, though rates tend to be higher.
Hotel Relax 3 is an unfussy, three-pearl property with a great location in central Taipei. The hotel’s 41 rooms are minimalist and contemporary, equipped with mini-fridges, kettles, and ultra-modern toilets -- although the layout is cramped in some. Amenities are slim, with most guest choosing this property for its tidy rooms and convenient location; although rates do include a free daily breakfast at Relax 3’s sister hotel across the street. Travel looking for a property with more on-site features might prefer Westgate Hotel, which has a restaurant and a gym, though rates tend to be higher.
