Auberges de jeunesse à Hualien

One of the better (if not the best) hotel chains I’ve stayed at in Taiwan. I’ve visited Taiwan about 10 times and stayed here for 2 nights, and overall I was very satisfied with the experience. They provide free bicycles (3 hours limit), which is useful for getting around Hualien. Breakfast has a good spread, and there are complimentary ice cream and drinks available in the lobby around the clock. We didn’t realise they also offer late-night supper from 7pm to 9pm, which was honestly as good as a proper dinner buffet, with a good mix of Western and Chinese dishes and even live entertainment. The room was spacious and well maintained, with no hygiene concerns. Shower water pressure was good. Noise levels were generally fine, though louder sounds like furniture movement could occasionally be heard. The hotel is conveniently located near a convenience store, restaurants, KTV, and a cinema, and it’s about a 10-minute walk from the station. You can also cycle to the night market within 15 minutes, making it super easy to get around the main area without getting a taxi. Overall, a very good stay and very good value for money. While a gym would be nice, I would definitely consider staying at other branches on future trips.

L'auberge est située à proximité immédiate de la gare de Hualien, à seulement 3 minutes à pied. Des commerces spécialisés et des supérettes se trouvent également à proximité, ce qui la rend très pratique. Un lave-linge et un espace de séchage sont à disposition, et chaque chambre dispose d'une salle de bain privative.

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A Scenic Stay with a Convenient Catch My stay at Hotelday Hualien was a bit of a mixed bag. It has some genuinely charming touches and a great view, but its location and certain amenities require some adjustment. Location & Transportation: The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from the Hualien Train Station, which is fantastic if you're arriving by rail. However, I soon realized that the train station is not the city center. The main downtown area is a significant distance away—about a 40-minute walk. This means you'll either need to plan for long walks or rely on taxis and buses to get to the main dining and night market areas. It's not a deal-breaker, but it's something to be aware of. The Room: The room itself was a highlight. It was spacious and comfortable, providing a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring. The best feature was the large window that faced the train station, with a stunning backdrop of the mountains. It was incredibly scenic and made the room feel bright and open. While the room was comfortable, I did notice that the overall design and some of the furniture felt a bit dated. It's clean and functional, but don't expect a super modern aesthetic. Amenities & Service: This is where the experience was a bit uneven. The gym was quite disappointing. It only had a stationary bicycle and a treadmill. There were no weights, no multi-gym, nothing for anyone hoping for even a basic strength workout. It felt more like an afterthought than a proper facility. On the other hand, the service had some truly thoughtful highlights. When we asked for ice, the hotel staff kindly delivered some to our room, which was a nice touch. The Special Touch: The most memorable part of the stay was a small, heartwarming gesture. The hotel provided us with complimentary postcards. The unique part? They offered to mail them for us, but not right away. They will send them exactly one year later. It's a lovely idea—a little time capsule from your trip that arrives as a surprise in the future. Overall: Hotelday Hualien offers spacious, comfortable rooms with beautiful mountain views, and its proximity to the train station is a plus for travelers. The thoughtful service, like the ice delivery and the ”postcard to your future self” program, adds a warm, personal touch. However, the distance from the city center and the very basic gym are drawbacks. It's a solid choice for a comfortable night's sleep near the station, especially if you appreciate sentimental gestures, but be prepared for the travel time to the main attractions.

Good hotel with pretty comprehensive facilities at a great location. Location wise, it's highly convenient as it's very near hualien train station and you only get to cross one traffic light to go to the hotel. Room wise, the room is pretty spacious and the bed is comfortable. The shower is also good with good water pressure and heats up quickly. Only drawback is that the quality of the breakfast is just average, as I tried better in kindness hotel and holiday inn express. Nevertheless, it's overall an enjoyable stay at this hotel that I would recommend to others.

We stayed at Lishiuan International Hotel during our visit to Hualien and had a pleasant experience. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. One thoughtful feature for Muslim travelers was the provision of Qibla direction information in the room. The bathroom was equipped with an automatic bidet, which added extra convenience. The hotel is in a quiet and peaceful area, perfect for a relaxing stay. A 7-Eleven is located directly opposite the hotel, making it easy to buy snacks and essentials. The hotel is also conveniently close to the jetty for whale-watching activities. We included breakfast during our stay. While Muslim-friendly options were limited, we were able to enjoy bread and fresh vegetable salad. During our stay in Hualien, we also found a Pakistani restaurant serving halal food, and the meals were delicious and satisfying.

Overall a good experience (except one thing - see in the bottom). The location is somewhat central and on the walking promenade, but not very close to the railway station or the waterfront. About 25-35 min walk to the railway station but still okay. About 15 min to the waterfront. Food options: there are a couple of local restaurants right near across from the promenade, including a noodle shop, a tempura donburi and a fried seafood place - all along the promenade. There's also a PX Mart not too far away, about 5 min walk. The rooms are spacious and clean, very new renovation (as of 2025, seems like 2023-2024), no fridge in the room (on the first floor only), but there's a kettle. The bed was somewhat stiff but okay. Overall felt like great value for the location and the quality, and especially the room size. The only drawback - Easy to fix - was the towels. There was no proper size bathroom towels on my stay in May 2025. The small towels are rather insuficcient for showering.

I stayed here for a few days and can only recommend it! The train and bus stations are just a few steps away, and the city center is within walking distance. The room was spacious and comfortable, with many thoughtful touches such as free coffee, snacks, and even ice cream!

J'ai séjourné ici plusieurs fois. Il se trouve à côté du grand magasin d'Extrême-Orient. C'est un bon endroit pour faire du shopping le soir. Le stationnement sur les routes environnantes est également très pratique. Il se trouve à 5 minutes en voiture de Zhenggong Baozi et de Miaokou. Thé noir. J'aimerais séjourner à nouveau dans cet hôtel la prochaine fois. À 20 minutes en voiture se trouve le plus beau café Starbucks de Taiwan, qui vaut le détour.

La chambre est meublée simplement, mais il n'y a pas de gros problème, sauf qu'il n'y a pas d'ascenseur. L'emplacement est très bon. Dongdaemun est juste à côté. Il y a également une discothèque à proximité. Si vous conduisez, même si le parking attenant est plein, il y a aussi un parking dans la rue à côté. C'est très pratique.