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Looking for a hostel near Eastern District? Find the best and cheapest hostels near Eastern District in Taipei, sorted by distance. Because this is useful for you!

Hostels in Eastern District, Taipei

61 hostels in Taipei. Prices start from NT$76 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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May Rooms Taipei NTU

Wenshan District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3147 min walking time to Eastern District (262.3 km / 163 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

If you’re keen to enjoy the NTU area, this is your hostel. It’s close by to Gongguan and Shida night markets, and surrounded by numerous bars and live music venues. May Rooms has a

from NT$387.45
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Ximen Duckstay Hostel

Wanhua District
Approx. 3155 min walking time to Eastern District (262.9 km / 163 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

Join a free local tour, play some darts, rent a free bicycle or chill with a beer in the common lounge - the choice is yours at Duckstay Hostel! Other events hosted by staff include movie nights

from NT$323.13
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MeetingMates

Wanhua District
Approx. 3155 min walking time to Eastern District (262.9 km / 163 miles)

"…3 Mins walk from MRT Longshan Temple Station. One of the famous tourist site, Ximending, around 10 mins chill walk or 1 station away form here. Start you fantastic journey from MeetingMates

from NT$266.68
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Approx. 3157 min walking time to Eastern District (263.1 km / 163 miles)
Solo Traveller

Stay for a few nights or a few months and enjoy all the usual comforts and more at BOX of Chocolates. All the necessities are included: breakfast, linen, toiletries, WiFi and power/USB sockets by

from NT$186.46
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Approx. 3157 min walking time to Eastern District (263.1 km / 163 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

World Scholar House is a small, cozy space with a mix of short and long-term guests. Rooms are kept small, with just 3-4 beds, both mixed and female-only. Single and double privates are also

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Approx. 3161 min walking time to Eastern District (263.4 km / 164 miles)

"…She knows well all the needs of the backpackers and wants to help all of them make their stay the best as possible. The two apartments have no reception so please call or send SMS at 10 minutes

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Dan Hostel

Wanhua District
Approx. 3163 min walking time to Eastern District (263.6 km / 164 miles)
Party HostelYouth Hostel

Dan Hostel offers only shared dorm rooms, no privates. There’s a wonderful range, with 2, 4, 6 and 8-bed options, including female-only dorms. Each bed has a privacy curtain and large locker

from NT$363.84
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Meander Hostel

Wanhua District
Approx. 3164 min walking time to Eastern District (263.6 km / 164 miles)
Boutique HostelDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty Hostel

The sleek, modern interior of Meander Hostel looks like something from a magazine. Super cool: the private rooms come with a bathtub! Tuck into a free breakfast before joining a free walking tour.

from NT$345.38
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Approx. 3164 min walking time to Eastern District (263.7 km / 164 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

Backpackers Hostel in Ximen combines modern art with local culture. The common room is pretty snazzy in design! Rooms are blacked out night and day, so it’s ideal if you’re jetlagged.

from NT$280.15
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Ximen Wow Hostel

Wanhua District
Approx. 3167 min walking time to Eastern District (263.9 km / 164 miles)
Boutique HostelDigital NomadsSolo Traveller

Located in lively Ximending, Ximen WOW Hostel offers loft designed rooms with inviting amenities and wonderful staff. The overall design of this hostel really does deserve a “wow”. Some

from NT$340.38
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Dongmen 3 Capsule Inn

Da'an District
Approx. 3167 min walking time to Eastern District (263.9 km / 164 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

A modern, clean and easily accessible capsule hostel for those looking for a bit of privacy. The beds will surely impress! Each bed comes with a keycard locker, shelf space and of course, a privacy

from NT$679.55
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Angels' Hostel

Zhongzheng District
Approx. 3168 min walking time to Eastern District (264 km / 164 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

Part of a hostel chain group, Angels’ Hostel is elaborately designed in a loft-industrial-style. It’s cosy, warm and inviting for a different range of traveller types. There are male

from NT$222.78
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Approx. 3168 min walking time to Eastern District (264 km / 164 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

2F. No. 56, Section 2, Hankou Street

from NT$326.46
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I Play Inn

Wanhua District
Approx. 3168 min walking time to Eastern District (264 km / 164 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

The capsule beds with roll down blinds are a big hit at I Play Inn. To top it off, everyone gets a big locker which can be opened with a keycard. On the 12th floor you’ll find the common area

from NT$365.51
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Approx. 3168 min walking time to Eastern District (264 km / 164 miles)
Capsule HotelsSolo Traveller

3F 56, Section 2, Hankou Street

from NT$341.59
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Approx. 3169 min walking time to Eastern District (264 km / 164 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…In addition, it only takes 5mins to arrive by walking from MRT Ximen stop, the one next to MRT Taipei Main Station Stop. Moreover, ther is an airport bus stop across the street. You'll find it

from NT$316.62
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Fun Inn

Zhongzheng District
Approx. 3171 min walking time to Eastern District (264.2 km / 164 miles)
Female Solo Traveller

If it wasn’t for the shared rooms, you would think this is a fancy hotel. Female dorms come with single and double beds! Note: there are no private rooms here. No matter which dorm you choose

from NT$283.93
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Approx. 3171 min walking time to Eastern District (264.2 km / 164 miles)
Capsule Hotels

2F., 63, Section. 1, Chongqing South. Road.

from NT$274.55
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Approx. 3171 min walking time to Eastern District (264.3 km / 164 miles)
Party Hostel

9th Floor, No. 49, Section 1, Chongqing South Road

from NT$447.54
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109 Hostel Taipei

Zhongzheng District
Approx. 3171 min walking time to Eastern District (264.3 km / 164 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

This is a hostel meets hotel meets apartment type accommodation. Choose between mixed dorms, female dorms, a suite, duplex apartment (for upto 39 people!) and a quadruple room with a private

from NT$207.95
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Approx. 3171 min walking time to Eastern District (264.3 km / 164 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

台北市中正區漢口街1段45號6樓

from NT$367.02
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Approx. 3172 min walking time to Eastern District (264.3 km / 164 miles)

懷寧街35號

from NT$159.22
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Approx. 3172 min walking time to Eastern District (264.3 km / 164 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

No. 34-7, Guanqian Road

from NT$460.70
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Approx. 3173 min walking time to Eastern District (264.4 km / 164 miles)
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The refined Japanese architecture at May Rooms is beautiful. It’s a refreshing and cosy space to relax and recharge. It’s located in a quiet spot amidst a bustling area in Taipei, not

from NT$341.14
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Approx. 3173 min walking time to Eastern District (264.4 km / 164 miles)
Solo Traveller

12F., 2, Section 1, Kaifeng Street

from NT$378.82
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Approx. 3173 min walking time to Eastern District (264.4 km / 164 miles)
Party Hostel

No. 8, Guanqian Road

from NT$478.41
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Approx. 3174 min walking time to Eastern District (264.5 km / 164 miles)
Quiet RestSolo Traveller

Get ready for epic capsule beds that come with a personal TV, curtain, shelf and in some cases; double bed. The atmosphere here is both cozy and fun. There is often live music, cooking classes and

from NT$462.67
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Approx. 3174 min walking time to Eastern District (264.5 km / 164 miles)

"…Check in from 15:00 to 22:00 . Check out from 00:00 to 11:00 . Taxes included. Breakfast not included. No curfew. Non smoking." …"Exit M8 of Taipei Main Station" …9th Floor, No. 13, Gongyuan

from NT$295.73
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Work Inn

Zhongzheng District
Approx. 3175 min walking time to Eastern District (264.6 km / 164 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

This natural and unique youth hostel has a real sense of art and culture in its design. It’s a warm and vital atmosphere that’s value for money. Whether you’re a backpacker,

from NT$235.35
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Approx. 3176 min walking time to Eastern District (264.7 km / 164 miles)
Youth Hostel

2F, 23, Section. 1, Zhongxiao West Road

from NT$560.44
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PlainStay 城西時光

Datong District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3177 min walking time to Eastern District (264.8 km / 165 miles)
Quiet Rest

An intimate and minimalistic, yet comfy stay awaits you at PlainStay. This is an adults-only accommodation with a lovely little cafe onsite. There are single, triple and shared dorms available,

from NT$248.21
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Main Inn

Datong District
Approx. 3177 min walking time to Eastern District (264.8 km / 165 miles)
Youth Hostel

Once a historical hotel, Main Inn is now a modern & cultural hotel/hostel fusion. There are both standard hotel rooms, and dorm rooms with 2, 4 and 6-beds. Up on the top floor there is a large

from NT$316.17
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Old Door Hostel & Bar

Datong District
Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 3177 min walking time to Eastern District (264.8 km / 165 miles)
Boutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo Traveller

The design of this hostel will blow your socks off. Each dorm bed is superb and comes with a privacy curtain, safe, shelves, light, plug sockets, clothes hangers and ample space. Even the ladders

from NT$506.71
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Approx. 3178 min walking time to Eastern District (264.8 km / 165 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo Traveller

The common room at Mr. Lobster’s Secret Den Hostel is beautiful. There’s tons of light flooding in, plenty of space to work, chill out and socialise. A handy kitchenette is attached to

from NT$355.67
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Approx. 3178 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Cancellation policy: 7Days before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 15:00 to 22:00 . Check out before 12:00 noon

from NT$276.21
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Approx. 3178 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

No. 32, Lane 86, Zhengyi S. Road

from NT$492.94
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Approx. 3178 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…We found a hotel for the same price as the hostel and had our own washroom and cable TV. The service at Taipei hostel is shoddy at best. I saw one American male who got upset about someone going

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Star Hostel Taipei Main Station

Datong District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3179 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Boutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo Traveller

One word: wow. This sustainability hostel has so much on offer: famous green lounge, weekly/monthly activities, free freshly made breakfast & coffee, mini gift/convenience shop, guest kitchen

from NT$497.63
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Meander 1948 Hostel - Taipei Main Station

Datong District
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 3179 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelQuiet Rest

The 70 year old architecture of this charming Japanese building offers a clean and bright space for travellers. TA HO JA is an attached bar and restaurant serving up great food and coffee. It's a

from NT$486.13
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We Come Hostel

Datong District
Approx. 3179 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Digital NomadsFemale Solo Traveller

We Come Hostel is located near the oldest street in Taipei, Dihua Street. The air-conditioned rooms are stunning. All dorm beds come with a privacy curtain, lamp, shelf and power sockets. There are

from NT$432.55
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JV's Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 3179 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…Great location! 15 minute walk from Taipei 101, and very close to one of the main MRT subway lines. Also right next to the Tonghua street market (be sure to check out Obamama there!) A good hostel,

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Ev8dhome Hostel

Ev8dhome Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 3179 min walking time to Eastern District (264.9 km / 165 miles)

"…Therefore everyone lives here will get more budget to explore this city and earn a lot of memories bring back to home. There are total 6 beds for the backpackers around the world. If guests want to

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Formosa 101

Xinyi District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3180 min walking time to Eastern District (265 km / 165 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)

This homely hostel is next to Tonghua night market and nearby to Taipei 101 tower. Large groups of 8+ are welcome with a minimum of 2 nights booking. Some great inclusions are free breakfast,

from NT$374.44
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Homey Hostel - Taipei Main Station

Datong District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3180 min walking time to Eastern District (265 km / 165 miles)
Solo Traveller

The specialty of Home Hostel is fun hostel events. Join swing dance, local food tours, chef dinners, tea culture experiences and more. And also, random parties! The Ningxia Night Market is just 10-

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Flip Flop Hostel - Garden

Datong District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 3181 min walking time to Eastern District (265.1 km / 165 miles)
Boutique HostelCouplesSolo Traveller

This hostel is remodelled from a building dating back to the 1940’s-1950’s. You’ll love the ceiling skylight, spacious & breezy courtyard and sunny common area. It’s

from NT$516.85
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Beimen WOW Poshtel

Datong District
Approx. 3181 min walking time to Eastern District (265.1 km / 165 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

“Beimen WOW Poshtel is the home we built to host the world.” The rooms are stunning! Whether you opt for a shared dorm or deluxe private, you’ll be super comfortable. Female dorms

from NT$387.15
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晶城青年旅館

Datong District
Approx. 3182 min walking time to Eastern District (265.2 km / 165 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

Privacy led dorm beds, an onsite bar and a nice big common room to hang out in - welcome to Starbox Hostel. Breakfast is also included, yet not for male bunk beds.. The famous NingXia Night Market

from NT$721.78
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Approx. 3184 min walking time to Eastern District (265.3 km / 165 miles)
Party Hostel

No. 48, Section 2, Keelung Road

from NT$333.42
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Approx. 3184 min walking time to Eastern District (265.3 km / 165 miles)
Capsule HotelsParty HostelSolo Traveller

8F, 1, Section 2, Chongxin Road

from NT$374.13
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CU Hotel Taipei Branch

Datong District
Approx. 3187 min walking time to Eastern District (265.6 km / 165 miles)
Solo Traveller

“CU means “See You” showing the host's hospitality and expectation to meet the guests again.” This is a youth hostel, with a total of 87 rooms including 4 rooms for the

from NT$340.08
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Approx. 3189 min walking time to Eastern District (265.8 km / 165 miles)
Capsule HotelsParty Hostel

7F, 107, Section 4 Zhongxiao East Road

from NT$379.28
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Star Hostel Taipei East

Da'an District
Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 3190 min walking time to Eastern District (265.9 km / 165 miles)
Boutique HostelDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

Star Taipei East is modern, yet comfortable & affordable. The rooms range from bright, spacious dorms with electronic lockers, to private suites with an outdoor balcony attached. Travellers

from NT$492.34
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Approx. 3197 min walking time to Eastern District (266.5 km / 166 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

Some of the amenities at Backpackers Hostel include a lounge area with TV, computers and a big projector screen for movies. There are big family rooms here with upto 12 beds, plus female-only dorms

from NT$277.88
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Taipei Discover Hostel

Jhongshan District
Approx. 3201 min walking time to Eastern District (266.8 km / 166 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

Discover Hostel has used a lighthouse theme to represent an important way of finding your way home. You’ll certainly feel at home here. Capsule beds offer privacy and a great night’s

from NT$338.72
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Approx. 3202 min walking time to Eastern District (266.8 km / 166 miles)
Groups (10+ people)Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…It's a wonderful place, clean, safe, great people good location and it gives everyone a home feeling. It's easy from and to International airport. the bus goes to International airport can be rode

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Backpack Taipei: Eastern District Guide

New styles mix with old traditions in Taipei’s Eastern District, creating a modern heart of the city where the energy never slows down. Bright lights and lively streets keep travelers entertained, while the area still carries that authentic “real Taipei” feeling. For backpackers, Hostels in Eastern District offer the perfect mix of culture, convenience, and endless things to see without being far from anything.

The district is also practical and easy to explore. With reliable transport, classic landmarks, and plenty of affordable food, it has everything a budget traveler could ask for. Beyond the city buzz, the Eastern District also leads to temples, parks, and cultural spots that remain timeless.

Landmarks

Eastern District is packed with timeless places that show both the modern and traditional side of Taipei. These highlights are always worth visiting and give travelers a real sense of the city.

  • Taipei 101 – A world-famous skyscraper with views that never get old, and an icon that defines Eastern District.
  • Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall – A historic cultural site with a huge open square where you can watch the daily flag-lowering ceremony.
  • Zhongxiao Dunhua streets – A lively area full of local food stalls, tea shops, and hidden side alleys waiting to be explored.

Transportation

Getting around Eastern District is simple and reliable. Taipei’s transport system is one of the easiest to use in Asia, and Eastern District is right in the middle of it all.

  • MRT Blue Line – Fast trains that connect Eastern District directly to Taipei Main Station and other districts.
  • City Buses – Frequent buses that run day and night, reaching temples, parks, and smaller neighborhoods.
  • Walkable Streets – Many attractions are close to each other, so you can explore a lot on foot without extra cost.

Amenities

Eastern District makes travel easy with things you can always count on. From food to city services, you will find everything close by and simple to use.

  • Convenience Stores – Open 24/7, selling snacks, drinks, and travel basics everywhere you go.
  • Street Food – Night snacks like fried chicken, bubble tea, and dumplings are part of daily life here.
  • Parks and Open Spaces – Relax at small green spaces like Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Park, perfect after a long day of exploring.

Culture

Eastern District is not only about modern city life—it also carries cultural traditions that stay the same over time. The mix of temples, daily routines, and open public spaces gives the district a unique flavor.

Locals often gather in the evenings for dance groups or tai chi in public squares. Temples in hidden corners show Taipei’s strong spiritual side, and tea culture continues to be a favorite way for people to relax and connect.

Why Stay in Eastern District

Eastern District is a timeless choice for backpackers because it combines culture, convenience, and local life. The transport makes it easy to explore Taipei and beyond, while the energy of the streets keeps every day exciting.

Here are the key reasons why Eastern District is always a good choice:

  • Central Location – Easy access to Taipei’s main landmarks and transport hubs.
  • Local Culture – Daily life and traditions that remain strong and authentic.
  • Affordable Food – Endless cheap eats that keep your budget safe.
  • Vibrant Energy – A mix of modern lights, street life, and timeless Taipei spirit.

Perfect base for exploring Taipei, the Eastern District blends modern skyscrapers with timeless traditions. It has everything travelers need—landmarks, culture, and easy transport that make city life simple. For backpackers and budget travelers, Hostels in Eastern District offer a connected and inspiring place to stay.

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