Hotel Bayview

Hualien


While Qixingtan now has several suave new alternatives, Bayview remains hard to beat, especially if you score a sea-view balcony room. There are blue shutters, model boats and tile-pattern floors, but the Greek island theme isn't taken too far. Bed and cleaning standards are exemplary and staff speak fluent English.

Breakfast is included as is unlimited access to a self-service cafe with biscuits, coffee and soft drinks. Prices rise NT$500 at weekends but fall NT$500 in winter. The property is right in the heart of Qixingtan, around 5km east of Hualien station.


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