Pros:
- Like everyone says, it’s an EXCELLENT location. Smack dab in the middle of Ximending, and a short walk to the MRT station. Perfect for first time travelers like me, who could get a lot of shopping done in Ximending while being able to travel all around Taipei
- Hotel offers pickup and drop off service at airport for around $30 USD each way. You could take the TPE metro, but it wouldn’t be a direct stop. The shuttle was affordable and convenient, and the ride was only about 40 minutes. I couldn’t imagine lugging all my baggage down those steps at the station!
- Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Thank you to the girl that was smaller than me but helped carry my biggest suitcase out to the shuttle van!!
- 3rd floor is a guest “lounge” of sorts, with tables and free snacks and drink machines (including coffee and milk te!). Nice place to chill if you ordered delivery/takeout and want a full table to eat at.
Cons:
- The location is fantastic, but be warned you’re going to hear A LOT of street noise because of it. Street performers, billboards, and pedestrians. If you plan on only sleeping here, it shouldn’t be a big deal, but don’t expect to sleep in.
- No hand soap in bathroom :(. Had to use shower gel.
- Not exactly sound proof, could hear talking, coughing and sneezing next door at all hours of the day. Get ear plugs!