Located in Hualien City, 0.8 mi from Pine Garden, Shining Forest Hostel has free bikes and terrace. Popular points of interest nearby include Hualien Tianhui Temple, Meilun Mountain Park and Hualien Cultural Creative Industries Park. The accommodations provides free WiFi. Popular points of interest near Shining Forest Hostel include Tzu Chi Cultural Park, Eastern Railway Site and Hualien Railway Culture Park.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Hualien City, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!


Availability

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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.5
High score for Hualien City
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lisa
    Canada Canada
    Everything! The owners are very sweet and kind. The place is very clean and neat. It’s about 10 mins walk from Hualien main station. It is 2-3mins away from this main large street full and restaurants and shops.
  • Jessica
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff is very lovely and extremely hospitable. coin laundries just in the corner of the hostel. Liked the balcony in woman's dorm too. Close walk to the Train station and Taroko Gorge bus stop. You can borrow a bike also.
  • Blake
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Clean and comfortable. Friendly and helpful hosts, they went the extra mile.

Area info

Amenities of Shining Forest Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Chinese

House rules

Shining Forest Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The property is located in a building with no elevator.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise from 22:00pm to 7:00am.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Shining Forest Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: 花蓮縣民宿2277號

FAQs about Shining Forest Hostel

  • Shining Forest Hostel is 0.9 miles from the center of Hualien City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Shining Forest Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Shining Forest Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Shining Forest Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Canoeing
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental