2025 Taiwan Independent Travel – Guide to Booking Hotels & Homestays

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Taiwan is one of the most popular travel destinations in Asia, offering an extensive range of hotels and guesthouses throughout the island, making accommodation highly accessible. This guide provides an overview of hotel types in Taiwan, recommended areas to stay in each region, booking strategies, and selected accommodation suggestions. It aims to help travelers navigate the hotel booking process with ease.

Taiwan Accommodation Guide: Prices, Platforms, and Types
Taiwan offers a range of accommodations to suit every traveler: from star-rated hotels and business hotels to charming B&Bs (Minsu) and homestays.

💰 Price Overview:
Budget: NT$1,500–2,000 (weekday double room)
Mid-Range (Licensed): NT$2,000–4,000
Luxury: Above NT$4,000

Prices surge significantly-often by NT$1,000 on weekends and NT$1,500–3,000 during holidays/major events. Expect higher rates and potentially smaller rooms in Taipei and popular spots like Alishan or Cingjing.

🔴 Seasonal Tip: For Lunar New Year (Jan/Feb), book 2-3 months early due to limited availability and major price hikes.

💻 Booking Smart: It's generally best to use platforms like Agoda, Booking.com, or Trip.com over direct booking. They often provide better rates, user reviews, and flexible cancellation policies.

🔴 Local Tip: Skip the hotel breakfast! Taiwan's vibrant, diverse, and delicious local breakfast shops are a must-try and are usually abundant near most lodging.

🏘️ Accommodation Types:
B&Bs (Minsu): Especially popular in scenic, rural areas (Yilan, Hualien, Taitung). They offer themed interiors and stunning views (mountain sunrises, coasts). Transportation planning is essential as they can be remote. Always check for a government registration number on booking sites for safety assurance.

Homestays: A low-cost option often located in residential buildings, typically featuring self-check-in. Note that these may lack standardized fire safety or government oversight, making them less ideal if security is a top priority.

Recommended Accommodation by Region

Taipei – Ximending & Xinyi District

Taipei offers a wide range of hotels and Airbnbs near almost every MRT station. For convenience and food options, Ximending and Xinyi District are among the best areas to stay.

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

Ximending
Known as a vibrant youth district, Ximending is located near Ximen MRT Station and close to Taipei Main Station. It’s filled with food stalls, shopping, and entertainment.

Recommended hotels:
Hotel Midtown Richardson

Westgate Hotel

Just Sleep Hotel

CityInn Hotel Plus - Ximending
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Amba Taipei Ximending

TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Wanhua (Ximending Taipei)

🔴 Added Tip: Taipei’s MRT system is foreigner-friendly with English signage throughout. Staying near an MRT station allows easy access to attractions such as Taipei 101, Beitou Hot Springs, and Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall.

Xinyi District
As Taipei’s commercial center, Xinyi is home to malls, luxury shops, and landmarks like Taipei 101. It also provides easy access to Elephant Mountain, Raohe Night Market, and Tonghua Night Market. Most hotels here are high-end.

Recommended hotels:
Taipei Tango Hotel - Xinyi

Eslite Hotel

Pacific Business Hotel

Just Sleep Hotel – Xinyi
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TripAdvisor

Taichung – Fengjia & Yizhong Area

Fengjia Night Market
This is one of Taichung’s most popular lodging areas. Accommodations are abundant and affordable, especially just outside the night market for quieter, cleaner surroundings.

Gaomei Wetland

Recommended hotels:
KUN Hotel Fengjia

KUN Tour Hotel

Hotel 7 Fengjia

MINI HOTELS

Whoops Hotel

Fengjia 25 Hotel
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🔴 Added Tip: As one of the largest night markets in Taiwan, Fengjia draws big crowds, especially on weekends. Staying slightly further away (5–10 minutes on foot) can offer a more peaceful experience.
 
Taichung Station / Yizhong Street
Ideal for travelers using train services or backpackers seeking central access.

Recommended hotels:
Olah Poshtel

Yizhong Su Xi

Shuangxing Grand Hotel
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MINI HOTELS – Taichung Station Branch
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Evergreen Laurel Hotel
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TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Taichung

Tainan – Central-West District & Anping

The Central-West District is the best area for food lovers and those wanting to explore cultural heritage. It’s close to attractions like Shennong Street and National Huafei Street.

Sicao Green Tunnel

Qigu Salt Mountain

Recommended hotels:
Silks Place Tainan

Hotel Cozzi Ximen Tainan

You’ai Street Hotel
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Kindness Hotel – Chihkan Tower Branch
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Anping District, known for its historical sites, is better suited for sightseeing rather than nightlife.

Recommended hotels:
Anping Stay Hotel
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Hoppers Hotel
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Forest Inn
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TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Tainan

🔴 Added Tip: Many hotels in Tainan offer free bicycles—ideal for exploring cultural landmarks like the Confucius Temple or Blueprint Culture & Creative Park.

Kaohsiung – Liuhe Night Market & Sanduo Shopping District

Accommodations near Liuhe Night Market or MRT stations like Central Park and Formosa Boulevard are excellent choices for convenience.

Recommended hotels:
LA Inn
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The Howard Prince Hotel
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Kindness Hotel – Liuhe Night Market Zhongzheng Branch
Agoda Trip.com Klook

TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Kaohsiung

🔴 Added Tip: Kaohsiung’s airport (KHH) is only 15–20 minutes by MRT from Sanduo or Kaohsiung Main Station, making these areas ideal for early or late flights.

Yilan – Jiaoxi & Luodong Night Market

Jiaoxi
Famous for its hot springs, Jiaoxi features hotels with private spring baths. Tangweigou Hot Spring Park is a convenient area to stay near food options.

Yilan station

Recommended hotels:
Just Sleep Hotel – Jiaoxi
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Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi
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Evergreen Laurel Hotel – Jiaoxi
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Luodong
Luodong Night Market is ideal for those not seeking hot spring experiences.

Recommended hotels:
Royal Hotel Yitta
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Queue Hote
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Village International Hot Spring Hotel
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Yilan also has numerous themed B&Bs, suitable for travelers with flexible transportation.

Recommended B&Bs:
Feng Qing Elegant Parent-Child B&B
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Fairy Tale Village Parent-Child Eco Farm
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Xiaodao Tianguang B&B
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TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Yilan

🔴 Added Tip: Public transport in Yilan is limited. Staying near Luodong Train Station or renting a scooter greatly enhances convenience.

Hualien – City Center & Scenic Areas

Hualien offers both city hotels and scenic B&Bs by the mountains or sea. For easy access to the Dongdamen Night Market and train station, city hotels are the best option.

Qixingtan Beach

City hotels:
Silks Place Hualien
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Fullon Hotel Hualien
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Parkview Hotel
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Scenic resorts:
Silks Place Taroko
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Farglory Hotel
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Chihsingtan Resort
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TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Hualien

🔴 Added Tip: Taroko Gorge tours are often offered by hotels or local travel agencies. Booking in advance or hiring a private driver ensures a smooth visit.

Nantou – Sun Moon Lake & Cingjing Farm

Sun Moon Lake
Staying near Shuishe Pier offers access to food, convenience stores, and views.

Recommended hotels:
The Pier-2 Boutique Hotel
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Sun Moon Lake Hotel
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The Lalu
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Inhouse Hotel
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TripAdvisor
10 best hotels in Sun Moon Lake

Cingjing Farm
Located at 2,000 meters above sea level, Cingjing primarily features B&Bs. Shuttle services or rental vehicles are needed for local attractions.

Recommended B&Bs:
Provence Rose Garden
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Elegant House of Cingjing
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Cingjing Cloudview Resort
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🔴 Added Tip: Due to high elevation, temperatures are cooler year-round. A light jacket is recommended. Some B&Bs offer free stargazing or sheep-shearing tour packages.

Taoyuan Airport Area

Ideal for travelers on late arrivals or early departures. Hotels in Dayuan or Zhongli often provide airport shuttles.

Recommended hotels:
Novotel Taipei Taoyuan International Airport
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City Suites – Aeropolis
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Hotel Cozzi Zhongli
Agoda Trip.com Klook

10 best hotels in Dayuan district (Taoyuan)

🔴 Added Tip: Short-stay rooms (day use) are available at select airport hotels like Novotel for layovers of 8+ hours.

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