Ximen Wow Hostel vs Backpackers Hostel-Changchun

Same City · Taipei Distance: 3.4km
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Ximen Wow Hostel

★★ 2-Star
8.4 4,423
Taipei
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Backpackers Hostel-Changchun

★★★ 3-Star
8.4 3,725
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 Ximen Wow Hostel Backpackers Hos...
Agoda
8.4 (4,443)
8.4 (3,781)
Booking.com
-
7.6 (2,652)
Expedia
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8.4 (249)
Overall Average
8.4 (4,443)
8.4 (6,682)

Strengths & Weaknesses

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

Recommended For

Solo travelers Young backpackers Budget travelers

Recommended For

Solo travelers Backpackers Short-term visitors

Guest Reviews

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.

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

Location Comparison

Distance: 3.4km

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