Hostel of Taiwanmex in Taipei … If you're looking for a safe, clean, fun place to stay in Taipei, then make reservations for Taiwanmex. I stayed there for an extended period of time and I am so glad I did. Margos and Raul (the owners) are the kindest people you'll ever meet. They made me feel at home and helped me in countless ways. I came to Taiwan to be an English teacher. I booked a room at Taiwanmex for a few nights so that I could look for an apartment after I arrived. I liked the hostel so much, that I stayed there for several months! The atmosphere is very friendly and it's quiet, which is important because after the long flight from the U.S., I needed some sleep. The owners go to extremes to ensure you're happy. A perfect location, cleanliness, safety, and friendly ownership make Taiwanmex the best option for those looking for a place to stay in Taipei.
Formosa Backpackers Hostel in Hualien … This is the best Hostel I have stayed in. The manager is great, the beds are nice and soft, and the atmosphere is relaxed. It was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone. It truly was a home away from home.
Taipei Ximen BackPackers in Taipei … This hostel is really great. It's all new, nice, clean, and tidy. The owner is really cool. She speaks english and mandarin chinese fluently and is totally uncomplicated regarding everything (I managed to pay the room rent only after my second night there and she still told me not to rush). Showers and toilets are also very good, compared to others in eastern Asia and even in Europe. Storing your luggage is possible for free and without problems, even if you are checked out (my flight was at 8 in the evening, so I left my bag there during daytime, as well as my friends, who left theirs there for three days). I just recommend this hostel for your stay in Taipei!
Chocolate Box Backpackers in Taipei … This was the first Hostel I visited in Taiwan, during early May 2008, and was fairly impressed. It was better than any one of more than a dozen I have been to in U.S. and Canada, in terms of cleanliness and condition of all the
accommodations -- beds, furnitures, bathroom, kitchen, living room. Not
surprisingly since this hostel was just opened after a major remodeling
effort and most things are new. The owners/staffs were very knowledgeable and helpful in providing me not just where the nice places to visit based on my preference, but also advice on the planning such as schedule and transportation. You can pretty much assume you get the professional tourist guide entering a city you are little familiar with. They are also quite informed with the tourist attractions in rest of Taiwan. They helped me with planning part of my round the Taiwan trip. One of the owners actually was a columnist for the tourism/food section of a Taiwan newspaper. But the best part of Hot Chocolate is its…
Kaohsiung 202 in Kaohsiung … 202 is in a very good part of Kaohsiung. The hostel is very colourful, clean, and has a very good feeling to it. There was a very friendly group of people staying there when I was there -- some for quite some time. Lots of places to walk to and some buses link to the subway and other key points of the city. This hostel also has studio rooms nearby with great views of the river for guest who want to pay a little more.
Eight Elephants Hostel, ShiDa in Taipei … I was here for four nights in October 2008. Fantastic place to stay, the staff are really friendly and the common area is a great place to meet people Everything was very clean, very nice showers. One of the best hostels I've stayed at.
Camels' Oasis, Taipei in Taipei … This is a great hostel in a great location. It's near the MRT (subway) so you can go anywhere in Taipei easily. The hostel is clean and safe, with free lockers. There are free maps and other useful resources available.
Kaohsiung 202 in Kaohsiung … Well, Kaohsiung 202 is located in central Kaohsiung and tourist attraction minutes away with numerous department store and local shops to go to. it a really decent hostel. Although the staircase is a bit jammed up but as every backpackers know kaohsiung is a small city. most people in kaohsiung live in an apartment which is quite small, to have a space like that would considered as kind of luxury. the beds are quite comfortable, when i was in the hostel there was a cleaner washing the pillow cases and sheets regularly and shes keeping the hostel clean. the women next door is a bloody psycho. she carries a bag of rubbish with her all the time. once i bought a bottle of nestle ice tea, on the label it says 25 NT but she charged me for 30 NT, she rips foreigners off. apart from the witch kaohsiung 202 is a nice place to stay in. kaohsiung 202 sells a variety of drinks, and the person in charge of that little bar is friendly, she way better than that revolving witch next door.
Hostel of Taiwanmex in Taipei … Free amenities, everything worked out very well. During my month stay I think I only had two problems (air-conditioner leaking water and Wi-Fi down for a moment) and both of these were fixed right away, great job by the owners. I definitely recommend this place to any and all travelers either staying a night or more like I did.
Fortuna Hostel in Taipei … I simply cannot say enough good things about this hostel! It has a convenient location (quick walk to MRT stop), in a fun neighborhood, is clean enough to eat off the floors, no curfew/lockout, hot water, tons of local info, English speaking owner (hi Chris!), and attracts VERY friendly travelers. I could go on and on. I have stayed there twice already, and would go back in a second.
- Debra - http://meintaiwan.diaryland.com My website on Taiwan
Taipei Ximen BackPackers in Taipei … This was one of the best hostels I have stayed in. It is in a great location and you can't beat the price. The staff is helpful (they even have free internet). It is very quiet and has a very relaxed atmosphere with clean bedding.
Hostel of Taiwanmex in Taipei … Taiwanmex is owned by the friendlest people. We stayed for five weeks in Taipei and only had the best treatment and overall great vibe from everyone there! I recommend any visitors to stay a while at Taiwanmex!
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