2-Star Hotels in Taiwan, China

Easy to find the location. The owner were very understanding and kind since we arrived almost late from the check in time, they speak english. The view were so beautiful especially at night. There is an in-house police in the building as well as 711 convenience store. And outside there are lots of convenience store to be found. The train station is very near too. And also the elavator is very spacious.

The Good People Hostel where I stayed this time is about a 12-15 minute walk from Hualien Bus Station and Hualien Station. The rooms are suitable for resting and sleeping. In this special environment, combined with the convenient nearby amenities, I believe everyone will have a good stay.

It is located right next to Hualien Train Station, but it is the West Exit instead of the Main Exit. You need to walk pass a pedestrian bridge located inside Hualien Station to get to this exit. The hotel itself is very clean and cozy. It has quite a few convenient stores nearby, and it also provides free snacks and fruit for customers. One thing to take note is, the hotel door is not a magnetic lock, instead it is a conventional key lock. So don’t expect the door to lock by itself when you go out. But this might sometimes be a plus point because you don’t need to be worried about the situation where you being locked outside and forgot to bring your room key.

The Japanese-speaking staff are very responsive to inquiries, kind, and provide helpful extra information. The hotel and rooms are spotlessly clean. On the first floor, there's a hot water dispenser with complimentary coffee, oolong tea, green tea, and jasmine tea. The location is excellent, with easy access to Taichung Second Market and Taichung Park. Miyahara, Chun Shui Tang (the original store), and Taichung Station are all within walking distance. The nearest convenience store is about 200m east across the street. The downsides are that the bath towels in the room show a lot of wear, and the bathroom shelf is a bit crooked. There are no amenities, so you need to bring your own. A morning stroll to Taichung Park is lovely and makes you feel like a local.

I really like this dorm, all the things are very tidy and clean, and till the night after 10pm (the lights are all shutting down) all the girls are just tryna keep ourselves quiet😂to not to disturb others. The shower hot water is great, and the hair dryer is from dyson, strong wind and condition good. Thanks a lot!!!

I used this place for a solo trip. Towels cost extra; I think a bath towel was 50 NTD. Depending on when you check in, they might have someone who speaks Japanese. I was given instructions in English. Check-out is super easy, just return the key to the front desk.

A great choice for a solo trip. I was assigned a 4-person room, and it was the one furthest inside, away from the common areas, so I wasn't bothered by noise. Though, the other guests were generally quiet anyway. The bed frames are made of metal rods, and I was on the top bunk, so every time I climbed the ladder, the bed would creak. I was afraid to use the restroom at night because getting on and off the bed would disturb my roommates. Each room has a locker for each person that unlocks with a key card, which is great for storing belongings. Snacks are provided daily; I'd grab a 'Wang Wang' cracker every day, but you have to get them in the evening because by the time I woke up late in the morning, they were all gone. There's a water dispenser, which is very convenient for staying hydrated. The restrooms and toilets were very clean, which I really appreciated. Laundry facilities are available; you can buy laundry pods from the staff for 10 TWD, which is very cheap. I did laundry once, and it worked well. On check-out day, they can store your luggage for you. There were male staff members working.

It's conveniently located less than a 10-minute walk from the bus terminal. The room is on the second floor, spacious, and clean. Free tea and coffee are available on the first floor. Even before check-in, you can enter the entrance, and since there's information about Wi-Fi and Line, I contacted them and they gave me the password for the key box, allowing me to enter the room. The bed curtains are thick and double-layered, giving a strong sense of privacy.

I cannot recommend this place. I wanted to treat myself to something nice, but woke up in the middle of the night with a headache, as my room was running out of air. None of the windows open! I tried all settings of the AC, which required me to call my wife in China, as it was all in Chinese, but still there was never enough fresh air. I then cancelled my booking. Also, the floor-to-ceiling windows only work if you are on the 5th floor. I was on the second floor, basically street level and had eye contact with construction workers on the street. In that context, smaller windows would have been better, as you are basically seen by everyone passing by on the street (see photos). 

Conveniently located within a short walking distance from the Hualien train and bus stations, this accommodation offers easy access for travelers. The front desk staff were polite, friendly, and always helpful whenever we approached them for directions or recommendations. One thoughtful touch was the Hualien Food Guide folder provided by the hotel, which was especially useful for my family when deciding where to eat and exploring local specialties. The room was spacious, and the bathroom was exceptionally large with a reliable supply of hot water. We also appreciated the good soundproofing, which made our stay comfortable and restful. If you are visiting Hualien, it is advisable to bring mosquito repellent, as there tend to be quite a number of mosquitoes in the area.