unfortunately, when we arrived no one was there so we could not get any tips for Hualien

the map provided with restaurants, shops and other info was great

Stayed in October 2024

Very clean and good location, close the train station and scooter rentals.

Stayed in October 2024

There's no elevator, so keep in mind you will have to climb the stairs to your floor (3 floors maximum, 1 floor minimum).

Nice lady at reception, very talkative and helpful. She helps you organise what you intend to do in Hualien. Great rooms, comfortable beds and A/C. Shower and toilet in the room is a plus. It's more helpful. It's clean and big. Close to the train/bus station (10 min walking) and to everything to visit in Hualien. Free water, coffee and tea all day.

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing

Convenient location to the train station, nice and clean, friendly receptionist Kara 😃

Stayed in May 2024

Only cold water for shower on the first floor, not sure about too late to shower or what

The price for accommodation is awesome, cozy bed and friendly employe

Stayed in May 2024

Great stay. The staff was so helpful and friendly!!!! Very clean and comfortable.

Stayed in February 2024

The bathroom was a bit smelly (although very clean)

Great value for money, nice staff

Stayed in March 2024

The drain in the bathroom was smelly. But I don't think there is anything they can do about it.

Good value for money, clean and friendly staff. 10 min walk from the train station (but therefore longer walk to center/night market), easy check in communication. I would stay here again.

Stayed in March 2024

Very good for value! Damon was extremely friendly, made me feel welcome right away, and he helped me carry my luggage upstairs to my room. Nice common area downstairs with essentials such as a water cooler and a sink. Bed was comfy, cosy little private space of your own after you draw your curtains.

Stayed in March 2024

Very tidy and clean hostel. Just a short walk from the train station. Free tea and coffee. The hostel, rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily. Enough space in the room for the backpack. The bed is comfy. Kitchen utensils and microwave are available. Highly recommend.

Stayed in March 2024

Every was fine.

Hostels can be very similar. This one stuck out because it felt like home. The staff was very attentive and Kara who greeted me and was the receptionist on duty, made the place feel very special with her amazing smile and friendly personality. She also speaks fluent English and was super helpful with tips for activities. I wanted to stay several nights but the place was booked. I see why it would be. This place is a “must return” on my Taiwan list. It’s a short walk to the train station. The bus to Taroko is very close. The hostel is clean and they have a very nice community area where you can work, make friends, have dinners and read the many notes on the wall from previous guests. They also have maps for sightseeing spots. Washing machine is available too.

Stayed in February 2024

Really awesome place to stay in Hualien, it was close to everything and the staff is awesome. The dorm rooms are nice and big with plenty of space for your belongings (dorms can be small and cramped, but not this one!) and everything was very clean. WiFi worked great as well. There is a washer on-site with detergent where you can do your laundry for only TWD$20 - super cheap!

Stayed in February 2024

Since there is no shower curtain and the shower is located directly opposite and close to the bathroom door, the beautiful wooden door got mouldy and smelled bad.

The hostel is close to the train station and bus station. The room was large and had a cozy seating area next to the windows, eco-friendly shower gel and shampoo were provided. The host is a really nice and talkative person, always up for a chat and also introduced me to other guests.

Stayed in February 2024

No

Ok

Stayed in February 2024

No

Excellent location near Hualien Station and a tidy room. In comparison to most hostels I've visited, the room is quite spacious.

Stayed in January 2024

Real nice host. Arranged a quick inexpensive upgrade for a better room. Location is close to the train station. There is a walking trail behind the huge temple nearby in 10 mins walk. The trail is hilly. Got a good work out after two hours.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

Place is really great, Damon - the owner super nice and very helpfull. He recommended me places to visit in Taiwan this time of the year and how best to get around. The atmosphere in the hostel is great, staff very friendly. Hostel is located near train/bus station, which is really helpful. It is clean, shampoo and shower gel in the bathroom. I highly recommend it, would stay again !

Stayed in January 2024

Only a tiny thing, it would be nice if the social area was more comfy, comfy chairs or beanbags. It wasn't set up in a way to make it easy to chat to other travellers. Still a nice area though

Beds very comfortable with light, hanger, plug and curtains. Staff friendly, a downstairs area to sit in. A nice stay. I love the fact it is an eco hostel.

Stayed in December 2023

The room was very noisy -not from guests, but from exterior sounds (cars, motorcycles, etc.) which made it hard to sleep.

This place is like a little bubble of cuteness and confort. The room has the shower and toilet room inside of it, making it super comfortabe for getting changed, or going to the toilet at night. The space is nicely decorated, and I especially appreciated the ecofriendly decisions they made (products recycling, etc.)

Stayed in December 2023

Very helpful and friendly staff, always willing to assist you. Very central easy to walk from the train station community like feeling.

Stayed in December 2023

Damon was great! Helped with local recomendations and also with advice BEST things t do in Taiwan.

Stayed in December 2023

Maybe the best value for money I've experienced in a hostel. Free laundry and bike rental service. Excellent social area. Beds are very comfy. The husband and wife who run it are incredibly friendly and helpful.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Very helpful staff and room very comfortable

Stayed in December 2023

The location is great, around a 10 minute walk from the station and since I rented a bike during my stay, I could travel from the night market to the hostel in around 20 minutes. Damon was also so helpful with showing me where things were and solving any problems I had. A fantastic stay altogether.

Stayed in December 2023