Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Taipei, Taiwan
Choosing the right neighborhood in Taipei saves hours of daily transit time and connects you directly to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Here are the top 3 districts recommended for travelers:
Xinyi District (Taipei 101)
Modern 5-star hotels, upscale dining, Elephant Mountain trail
Taipei Main Station & Zhongshan
35-minute Taoyuan Airport MRT Express terminal, tree-lined Regent/Okura avenues
Da’an & Ximending
Yongkang Street soup dumplings, MRT intersections, vibrant night markets
Airport-to-Hotel Transit from TPE
Taoyuan Airport MRT Express Train (Purple token) runs every 15 minutes from both terminals directly to Taipei Main Station in 35 minutes.
Local Hotel Taxes, Resort Fees & Check-In Notes
Taiwan hotels typically include 5% VAT and 10% service charge.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Staying in Taipei
What are the best neighborhoods to stay in Taipei for first-time visitors?
The top-rated areas to stay in Taipei are Xinyi District (Taipei 101) (Modern 5-star hotels, upscale dining, Elephant Mountain trail); Taipei Main Station & Zhongshan (35-minute Taoyuan Airport MRT Express terminal, tree-lined Regent/Okura avenues); Da’an & Ximending (Yongkang Street soup dumplings, MRT intersections, vibrant night markets).
How do I get from TPE Airport to my hotel in Taipei?
Taoyuan Airport MRT Express Train (Purple token) runs every 15 minutes from both terminals directly to Taipei Main Station in 35 minutes.
What are the hotel taxes and check-in rules in Taipei?
Taiwan hotels typically include 5% VAT and 10% service charge.