Backpackers Hostel-Changchun vs Ximen Wow Hostel

Same City · Taipei Distance: 3.4km
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Overview

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Backpackers Hostel-Changchun

★★★ 3-Star
8.4 3,725
Taipei
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Ximen Wow Hostel

★★ 2-Star
8.4 4,423
Taipei
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Live Price Comparison

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Agoda
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Expedia
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Backpackers Hos... Ximen Wow Hostel
Agoda
8.4 (3,781)
8.4 (4,443)
Booking.com
7.6 (2,652)
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Expedia
8.4 (249)
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Overall Average
8.4 (6,682)
8.4 (4,443)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Backpackers Hostel-Changchun Ximen Wow Hostel
Strengths Strengths
+ Reviews often praise proximity to subway and convenience stores for easy travel and shopping + Central Ximending location with shopping, food, and transit nearby—reviews rave about convenience
+ Beds are repeatedly called comfortable and clean + Great value and high cleanliness praised repeatedly
+ Common lounge and laundry areas are cozy and well-used + Cozy common lounge and TV area great for mingling
+ Staff noted as friendly and helpful across reviews + Reliable Wi-Fi and friendly staff mentioned often
+ Safe, comfortable vibe, especially for solo travelers
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Poor soundproofing lets next-door or curtain noises through - Noise from downstairs karaoke at night mentioned
- Multiple reviews mention mold or urine smells in showers - No towels or toothpaste provided—bring your own
- Rooms feel cramped with odd vibe from long-term locals - Some complaints about bathroom cleanliness, esp. toilet edges

Recommended For

Solo travelers Backpackers Short-term visitors

Recommended For

Solo travelers Young backpackers Budget travelers

Guest Reviews

Backpackers Hostel-Changchun

Agoda 9.2 Solo traveler

Convenient near subway, shower amenities complete, clean comfortable bed

Agoda 8.4 Couple

Well-managed away from street noise, great staff and location

Booking.com 3.6

Good location and beds, common area with laundry convenient

Not exceeding hostel expectations

Expedia 10.0

Great location, quiet AC, hot clean showers

Agoda 6.8 Solo traveler

Poor soundproofing, dusty bedding, rude staff

Ximen Wow Hostel

Agoda 9.6 Solo traveler

Great location and value. Near Ximending market and stores.

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Met many people, felt safe. Convenient spot.

Slight karaoke noise below.

Agoda 9.6 Couple

Most staff friendly.

One rude staff.

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Convenient location, good elevator.

Agoda 8.8 Solo traveler

Clean with nice common areas.

Ladders tricky.

Location Comparison

Distance: 3.4km

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