Hotel Analysis
Based on 3 sites · 4,278 reviews
This 2.5-star hostel is located near Ximending in Taipei. Guests frequently mention the convenience of being within a 10-minute walk to Ximen MRT station and night markets.
Reviews across booking sites repeatedly praise the friendly staff, comfortable beds, and good cleanliness. The shared laundry and lounge areas are handy for backpackers. Air conditioning and Wi-Fi are reliable according to many.
However, no elevator means stairs are tough with heavy luggage, a common complaint. Showers lack curtains so the bathroom floods, and poor soundproofing lets noise through. Rooms feel cramped with limited storage.
It's a solid pick for budget travelers or solo backpackers. Great for short stays to explore Ximending.
Strengths
Many reviews praise the convenient location, 10-min walk to Ximending and MRT
Staff are repeatedly called friendly and helpful
Beds are comfortable with clean sheets
Shared laundry and lounge are useful per reviews
Good cleanliness, stable AC and Wi-Fi
Good to Know
No elevator makes stairs tough with luggage, common complaint
No shower curtain floods the bathroom
Poor soundproofing lets noise and bed creaks through
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Many solo reviews love the Ximending location and value
Budget backpackers — High satisfaction with cleanliness and facilities for the price
Short-stay visitors — Convenient location and laundry praised for brief trips
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 8.1/10 · 2 sites · Based on 4,278 reviews
Guest Reviews
2 booking sites · 4,278 reviews
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FAQ
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
Backpackers Hostel Ximen has received a rating of 8.3/10 from 3,021 guests.