As one of the more expensive cities to visit in
Asia,
Taipei is not always at the top of the list for the budget traveler, but this lively city full of culture has a lot to offer the thrifty tourist. And far from being a city full of boutique hotels and five-star establishments, there are more than a few budget-friendly hotels right here in the city. Here are five of the best.
Beauty Hotels Taipei
Beauty Hotels Taipei (Hotel Bchic) is a boutique hotel in a modern tower. With a simple, luxurious design and a fancy vibe, the hotel tries its best to live up to the chic ideal. However, it is still a budget hotel, so you get good value for money still.
It is an eight-minute walk from Songjiang Nanjing MRT Station. The MRT is an interchange, which allows you to easily switch to other train lines. Breakfast is included when you stay at this hotel, but it is not well-reviewed, so you might want to get some street food instead. The rooms are clean and nicely decorated, with art pieces in rooms and cozy wooden flooring. Some people might find the rooms a bit small, but if you do not mind a bit of a squeeze or have lots of luggage, then you will not have an issue. Some rooms come with a whirlpool tub too.
Dandy Hotel Daan
Hotels near Daan Park are usually in a much higher price bracket than this unusually named Dandy Hotel. Here, the focus is on providing as clean and modern a living space as is possible without overcharging guests. The décor is incredible, and the fact that you are in Daan where there are great public transport connections and so many things to do just makes the place an ideal find. Rooms from around TWD2000 (US$65).
Via Hotel
Located right smack in Ximending, a location does not get any more prime than the Via Hotel’s. It is a great location for shopping and exploring all that Ximending has to offer. It is also located near to Ximen MRT Station, so you can explore the rest of Taipei easily from there.
The rooms are cheery, with colorful wallpaper livening up the atmosphere. However, do not that the amenities in the Via Hotel are extremely basic. The wardrobe is just a bar fastened to the ceiling, and the Wi-Fi connection is weak. You might trade in a bit of convenience for the accessibility of the hotel.
CityInn Plus Ximending
This new hotel is right in the heart of one of Taipei’s coolest neighborhoods, Ximending. The entire building is super modern and very well maintained. Some of the rooms feature murals and modern art touches that give CityInn Plus a very chic and stylish feel that often makes guests wonder if the rates they are paying are actually correct. Rooms from around TWD2150 (US$70).
Goodmore Hotel
Located in one of the most trendy neighborhoods in
Taipei, Goodmore Hotel is found close to the Shida Night Market which boasts a plethora of street food and retail options. No trip to Taiwan would be complete without a visit to one of its bustling night markets, and Goodmore Hotel is conveniently located 400 meters away from one. On top of that, the Taipei Songshan Airport is also easily accessible from the hotel as it is only 5 kilometers away, not to mention that the hotel offers surcharged shuttle service from the airport.
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