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Hotel Papa Whale

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1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Overview of Hotel Papa Whale

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Hotel Papa Whale

3.5 star property

4.1/5 Very good

Guests rated this property 4.2/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest room stays
  • Hand sanitizer provided
  • Personal protective equipment
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46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei, 10842

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationTaipei City North Gate10 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaipei 228 Memorial Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationLungshan Temple19 min walk
  • AirportTaipei (TPE-Taoyuan Intl.)41 min drive

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About this area

Taipei

Hotel Papa Whale is located in Ximending, a neighborhood in Taipei with good shopping. The Red House and National Taiwan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Taipei City North Gate and Presidential Office Building. Taipei Children's Amusement Park and Chinese Culture and Movie Center are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Taipei City North Gate - 10 min walk
  • Dihua Street - 10 min walk
  • Taipei 228 Memorial Park - 16 min walk
  • Lungshan Temple - 19 min walk
  • Ningxia Night Market - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Ximen Station - 9 min walk
  • Taipei Main Station - 15 min walk
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mala steamboat hot pot - 2 min walk
  • The 58 - 2 min walk
  • 鑫鱻涮涮鍋 - 2 min walk
  • Modern Toilet Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • 三角三韓國烤肉-西門店 - 3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Papa Whale

3.5-star Taipei hotel in Ximending with 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Hotel Papa Whale offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Taipei hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: TWD 200 for adults and TWD 200 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Reception hall
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers

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Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: TWD 200 for adults and TWD 200 for children (approximately)
  • Airport shuttle fee: TWD 1300 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
No onsite parking is available
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Papa Whale pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Papa Whale?

As of Aug 17, 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Papa Whale on Aug 18, 2022 start from CA $53.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Papa Whale?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Papa Whale?

Check-in is from 3 PM - midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Papa Whale?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Papa Whale provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TWD 1300 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Papa Whale located?

Located in Ximending, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Red House, Taipei City North Gate, and Dihua Street. Dadaocheng Wharf and National Taiwan Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Ximen Station is 9 minutes by foot and Beimen Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Hotel Papa Whale and receive a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Papa Whale offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Hotel Papa Whale cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Overall score and ratings

4.1

Very good

Rating 5 - Excellent. 393 out of 1000 reviews
5 - Excellent 39%
Rating 4 - Good. 427 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Good 43%
Rating 3 - Okay. 109 out of 1000 reviews
3 - Okay 11%
Rating 2 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Poor 5%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews
1 - Terrible 2%

4.2/5

Cleanliness

4.2/5

Staff & service

4.0/5

Amenities

4.0/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.2/5

Eco-friendliness
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4/5 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

1/5 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

4/5 Good

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/5 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/5 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

1/5 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad smell from toilet , breakfast cold, uncomfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good cp value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/5 Good

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
They did not recognize vip treatment 🙄🙄
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

3/5 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel for the price. The staff is extremely helpful checking in and checking out. It’s near a ton of restaurants, cafes and shopping. It’s not too bad of a walk from Ximen Station, exit 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021