Taipei Main Station Hotels – Review of Hotels Near Train Station

The Taipei Main Station is the railway station where the metro, high-speed rail and the standard rail systems converge in the city of Taipei. From here you can find a train to take you anywhere around the city, which is why many tourists seek to find accommodation near the station.

The Taipei Main Station was first opened way back in 1891, although it looks decidedly different these days. Taipei have one of the most efficient railway transport systems in the East, and with the high-speed rail, they also have one of the fastest. If you are heading for Taipei as a tourist and don’t speak the language then don’t worry, they are used to serving tourists in this city and their rail system was designed so that everyone could follow it.

The Taipei Main Station is located in the Zhongzheng district, and it services over half a million people everyday, over 300,000 of which use the metro, with less than 75,000 using the high-speed rail. If you want to book into a hotel near here then checkout the two options below, both of which are just a stone’s throw from the Taipei Main Station. This district also includes many other attractions, such as the Taipei Botanical Gardens, 228 Memorial Park and the Museum of History, all of which can be accessed easily from the following hotels.

Caesar Park Hotel Taipei

As far as proximity to the Taipei Main Station goes, you’ll struggle to find anything better than the Caesar Park Hotel Taipei, which is located directly opposite. This is a four-star hotel with close to 500 rooms available, the best of which are the suites that offer more space and better views. All of the rooms have a long list of amenities though and the hotel also offers a number of services and facilities, including a spa and wellness center, meeting rooms, a business center and a concierge desk.

• Airport Shuttle? Yes
• Free WiFi? Yes
• Pool? No
• Fitness Center? Yes
• Restaurants? Yes
• Near Public Transport? Yes

The Caesar Park Hotel Taipei has more than just a fitness center. Here you will find a fully equipped health club, complete with all of the latest strength and cardio equipment, along with a steam room and massage rooms that can help you to relax after an intense workout. The Caesar Park Hotel Taipei also has a tour desk, where guests can arrange bus tours, tickets to events and more, they can also simply ask for directions and recommendations for the best bars and restaurants.

Two of the best onsite restaurants at the Caesar Park Hotel Taipei are the Dynasty Cantonese and the Checker’s Restaurant, where guests can choose between a varied selection of dishes. There is also the Caesar Mall Food Court, with all sorts of snacks, fast food and drinks available. Caesar Park Hotel Taipei also has a room service menu and guests can choose to have their breakfast delivered to their room in the mornings. With 5 dining options within the hotel, and plenty of places to eat and drink outside of it, guests will be able to sample plenty of local cuisine during their stay.

Hotel Relax II

The Hotel Relax II is a little more basic than the Caesar Park Hotel, but if you want an affordable hotel that gets all of the essentials right, one that is comfortable and staffed by helpful and professional workers, then this could be ideal for you. Hotel Relax II is also within walking distance of the Taipei Main Station, albeit not quite as close as the Caesar Park Hotel, and it is also just a ten minute walk away from the Ximen shopping area, where many tourists and locals flock.

• Airport Shuttle? No
• Free WiFi? Yes
• Pool? No
• Fitness Center? No
• Restaurants? Yes
• Near Public Transport? Yes

The Hotel Relax II is a small and cozy hotel with just 58 rooms, the biggest of which is the Family Room which can hold at least four people. There is parking available near to the hotel, and no reservation is needed for this. The Hotel Relax II also has a self-laundry service, whilst all of the rooms feature a private bathroom, complete with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some of the bigger rooms also come with a separate seating area and all of them feature a flat-screen television, a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities.

The Hotel Relax II has an onsite restaurant and if this is not to taste then there are plenty of other places to eat and drink in the surrounding area. If you head for the nearby Roahe Night Market on an evening then you can sample some local delicacies as you take a stroll through the many market stalls.