Must-see hotels in Western Taiwan

  • Forro Cafe

    Taichung

    Four bright, airy and cheerful rooms – Herb, Cozy, Rock and Lounge – above an attractive cafe (open 1pm to 10pm, Fri to Sun) that has live music most…

  • Forte Hotel

    Western Taiwan

    Modern hotel with 100 rooms on the property of a hospital (with a postpartum care centre on the 5th floor). The rooms are spacious; suites come with…

  • Joy Inn

    Western Taiwan

    Joy Inn is essentially a business hotel but families may also appreciate the warm service of the staff, the sofa bed and private balcony, the sumptuous…

  • Backpacker Hostel

    Taichung

    A pleasant courtyard set back from the street leads you to this clean, solar-powered hostel offering five floors of single-sex dorms with eight to 10 beds…

  • Inhouse Hotel

    Taichung

    A modern hotel offering pristine service and long, narrow but supercomfortable rooms equipped with trendy gadgets and excellent beds. Decor is all about…

  • Alishan House

    Western Taiwan

    The old-world charm from this Japanese-era hotel is a bit faded, but it's still Alishan's top hotel. The food in the restaurant is so-so, but the outdoor…

  • Back Inn

    Western Taiwan

    A narrow building with six en-suite doubles. The grey-walled rooms feature a bed on a raised pine platform, separate toilet and showering facilities, a…

  • Micasa Hotel

    Taichung

    This stylish business hotel stands out for its Japanese minimalist design, good prices and extras such as complimentary breakfast. It’s located behind the…

  • Reloading Hotel

    Taichung

    Forty rooms and 10 backpacker cubicles over several floors across the river from Miyahara. The rooms are neat and compact, with white walls and beddings…

  • Airline Inn

    Taichung

    A hundred large, quiet and smartly decorated airline-themed rooms over three floors. Those that do not have windows are cleverly plastered with wallpaper…

  • N Joy Bike

    Taichung

    A homey hostel with basic rooms (blue for male, violet for female), some spacious and others with only mattresses on the floor. The dressing room in the…

  • Jiana Homestay

    Western Taiwan

    Jiana is superbly located in the centre of Lijia village. Rooms are neat and pleasant; the 2nd-floor terrace is a perfect star-gazing deck. Handicrafts…

  • Smalleye Backpacker

    Western Taiwan

    Mixed and all-female dorms in a 100-year-old house that also runs photography exhibitions and tours. The metallic beds are creaky but comfortable and you…

  • T-Life

    Taichung

    Two blocks of very pleasant dorm rooms and double rooms, including one block devoted entirely to women. There's also a quiet lounge with a kitchenette. T…

  • 1969 Sky Blue Hotel

    Taichung

    Sixty simple, spacious rooms on a quiet street not far from Taichung train station. The '60s building used to house a chamber of commerce and has been…

  • Catholic Hostel

    Western Taiwan

    Nothing fancy, but this is it for rock-bottom budget accommodation in Alishan. The hostel, down a side road to the left of the park entrance gate a 10…

  • Lukang B&B

    Western Taiwan

    The four-storey home of a wealthy family has had its spacious rooms – still in a groovy '70s style – turned into guestrooms. You can see the still…

  • Soul Map

    Western Taiwan

    This hostel has colourfully decorated en-suite rooms and dormitory-type rooms (mixed and women-only). Bathrooms have separate showering and toilet…

  • Rouh-Lan Resort

    Western Taiwan

    One of the most popular places to stay in Rueili, especially during the firefly season. The owners of the lodge have been recognised nationwide for their…

  • Catholic Hostel

    Western Taiwan

    With seven dormitories and three rooms run by a sweet Swiss sister, the hostel on the grounds of the Arnold Janssen Activity Centre is a tranquil and…

  • Plaza Hotel

    Taichung

    Just a stone's throw from Taichung Train Station, this smart-looking business hotel is a great bargain for businesspeople and tourists alike. All doubles…

  • Dasyueshan Cabins

    Western Taiwan

    Very pleasant wood cabins in a village at the Km43 mark. You can book online but do call afterwards to confirm. Set meals (NT$150) are also available, but…

  • Hotel Taiwan

    Western Taiwan

    The refurbished Hotel Taiwan is one of the best midrange options in Changhua. Rooms are decently sized and modern. Its location, right next to the train…

  • Ying Shan Hotel

    Western Taiwan

    Ying Shan has three floors and 40 large, comfortable rooms with tree views and dated decor. The staff are patient and polite.

  • Tianchi Lodge

    Western Taiwan

    A cabin with toilets, water, electricity and breathtaking views, but no showers, 2860ft above sea level. You can apply to live here online eight to 45…

  • Mazu Temple Believer's Hotel

    Western Taiwan

    You don't have to be a believer to stay here, though it might help you ignore how bland the rooms are. Be aware that the entire hotel may be booked out…

  • Keupana Guesthouse

    Western Taiwan

    This five-room guesthouse is just a stone’s throw from the centre of Dabang village. Rooms are simple but clean, and there's a huge garden where you can…

  • Shermuh

    Western Taiwan

    The 30 rooms here are tiny with dim illumination and frilly beddings evoking a love hotel (which it isn't). Rooms on the ground floor can be noisy. The…

  • Shang Dong-pu Hostel

    Western Taiwan

    The only place to stay in the park if you're not on a trail is this hostel at Tatajia. The rustic old wooden building has bunk beds, showers and toilets…

  • Pitta Cafe

    Western Taiwan

    This cafe offers very basic dorm lodging on tatami mats. Reserve in advance. Meals and drinks are also available. The cafe is 2.5km up Township Rd 67 (the…