Xinyi

The Xinyi District is a district in the city of Taipei, Taiwan, that houses the mayor’s office and the city government, and is therefore the city seat. Whether you stay in this district or not, there’s a good chance you will be heading here at one point, as some of the most visited buildings in Taipei are located in the Xinyi District.

As the financial district of Taipei, the Xinyi District is home to the Taipei 101 building, also known as the Taipei World Financial Center. This was once the biggest building in the world and remains as a very impressive sight, which is why so many tourists head here. In the Xinyi District you will also find the Taipei International Convention Center and the Taipei World Trade Center, several reasons why the Xinyi District is very popular with business travelers.

The Neo19 is the first-stop for many seeking great food, clubs and more, whilst the Vieshow Cinema is a megaplex showcasing all of the latest films. The Eslite Bookstore is also worth a visit. There are many transport links in the city, which is ideal for leisure travelers who might discover that the best cultural hotspots and the best child-friendly attractions are located in other districts.

If you fancy booking yourself into one of the several dozen hotels in this region, then the reviews below should be able to help you make your choice.

W Taipei

The W Taipei is an exceptional hotel and one that is head and shoulders above the rest. It’s not that the others are poor or even average, as there are many other great hotels in Taipei, it’s just that the W Taipei is the most luxurious, the most comfortable, the most visually stunning hotel in the city. It is an artistic gem, designed by a leading interior design firm based in London, and standing as an iconic attraction in its own right. If other leading attractions are symbols of Taipei’s history and wealth, then the W Taipei is a symbol of its global appeal, a symbol of its beauty and a symbol of its modernity.

  • Airport Shuttle? Yes — For a small fee.
  • Free WiFi? No — Wired internet is available for a fee.
  • Pool? Yes
  • Fitness Center? Yes
  • Restaurants? Yes
  • Near Public Transport? Yes

The above list doesn’t do the W Taipei justice, as the list of facilities and services that this hotel offers reads like an article in its own right. The brief answers also don’t do the pool, the restaurant or the fitness center justice. The latter is a fitness fanatic’s dream, wall to wall with the latest strength and cardio equipment. The pool is several stories up, it is big, heated and offers some amazing views. The restaurant is the YEN, which serves fine dining Chinese cuisine, along with other international restaurants. The W Taipei also has its own nightclub and spa.

It is both the big things and the small things that makes this 5-star hotel the cream of the crop. We have mentioned the big things already. The extra touches include BOSE audio systems in all of the rooms, signature W beds that offer the best in comfort and size, floor-to-ceiling windows for unforgettable views, and Bliss Spa toiletries in all of the private bathrooms.

There are 405 rooms in the W Taipei, no shortage of luxury for everyone to experience. If you want the best room in the best hotel, then set your sights on the Fantastic Suite King, which is over 750 square feet, with a elegant seating area, some breathtaking views and so much more.

Pacific Business Center

Located just a short walk from the Taipei 101 Metro Station, the Pacific Business Center is a 4-star hotel that is perfect for business travelers, but also offers amenities that the leisure traveler can enjoy. These include room service, tea and coffee making facilities and more, as mentioned below.

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

The multilingual staff at the Pacific Business Center are on hand to assist with any questions that their guests have. As well as a dry cleaning service, they can also help to photocopy documents, exchange currencies and store luggage. The front desk is open 24-hours a day, offering attentive, professional and polite assistance where needed.

The Ju Yi restaurant at the Pacific Business Center serves both Chinese and European dishes, a variety that can ensure that even the most picky of guests is sure to find something suitable. The Pacific Business Center also has a coffee bar and library, a perfect combination for relaxing at the end of a busy day of sightseeing.

Home Hotel

Another 4-star hotel, the Home Hotel, also offers guests to this great city a comfortable experience, with a hotel that can serve as a great base. There is no shortage of attractions and transport options nearby, and the rooms are not half bad either.

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

At the Home Hotel guests can enjoy breakfast every morning in the onsite restaurant, and on an evening they can relax in the bar with a drink, or head to the onsite nightclub to party through the night. The hotel does its best to ensure they provide their guests with everything they could need, so much so that they may never even need to leave. Other facilities within the Home Hotel include a coffee bar, where freshly roasted coffee is served to guests everyday.

As for the rooms, all accommodation at the Home Hotel comes with complementary bottled water, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen television that features satellite channels. The Home Hotel also has one of the most elegant and luxurious rooms in the entire city of Taipei, with their Pure Room providing a breathtaking view of the iconic Taipei 101 building. The only issue there is that you get what you pay for, and with the Pure Room you will definitely be paying for it.

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