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Hotel Papa Whale

3.5 star property
Travelers can dive into Taipei's vibrant night markets before retreating to a peaceful library with a good book or winding down with drinks at the bar

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Hotel Papa Whale is near Lungshan Temple and Ningxia Night Market. Guests can enjoy the cozy library, dry cleaning services, and a bar. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the attentive staff offers tour assistance that previous visitors have appreciated.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately TWD 250 for adults and TWD 250 for children
  • 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
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
This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files, and shoe mitts
Property Registration Number 575-1

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 May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Papa Whale on May 27, 2026 start from CA $63, 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?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Papa Whale?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 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 Wanhua, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Red House, Lungshan Temple, and Ningxia Night Market. Taipei City North Gate and Dihua Street are also within 10 minutes. Ximen Station is 9 minutes by foot and Beimen Station is 9 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

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

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kian Fun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Chariya

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only friendly person we ran into was our housekeeper.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niwesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff were helpful. Everything needed to travel in Taipei. The location is very close to MRT and good food locations.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet room. Staff was professional and fluent in English. The breakfast buffet was great and had a diverse selection of Taiwanese food to choose from.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff. Hotel amenities are excellent. The rooms are the problem. Very small and the mattresses are uncomfortable to the point that you can’t get a good nights sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

HAJIME

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice design and clean hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KAM WAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Facilities as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Zhisong

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of Hotel Papa Whale is great. The sink is difficult to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kian Fun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHI WAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Surapol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were efficient and helpful. Hotel was amazing. Buffet breakfast has so many choices. Room was very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Location and room were good. Service somewhat lacked the usual Taiwanese warmth and hospitality which I was accustomed to. Nice to have steamboat for breakfast, especially in cold weather. Poor soundproofing was a major minus.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

BTISSAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, Rooms are a good size and great location. My only issue was the noise from other guests as there was constant slamming doors and talking loudly (walls are not sound proof). Take earplugs if you are a light sleeper.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ireneo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is accessible to MRT Ximen Station , short walk to the station and the hotel location is perfect for travelers, it's in Ximending Area, lot's of stores to explore if you want to shop around and they also have night markets in ximending. Rooms are clean and with strong internet access. Not a fancy hotel like Marriott but a good hotel to stay if you just need a place to rest, sleep and shower for daily activities in Taipei.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie Ly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was a great location for ximending
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean and comfortable room, located in a nice tourist friendly area. All within 10-15 minute walk of train stations.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjo Eliisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice, unique style.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenyon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location for foodies, close by major landmarks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is spot on. And very close to my favourite beef noodle joint
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quintak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Papa Whale offers an exquisite blend of comfort and luxury. The staff is attentive, rooms are spacious and stylish, and the location provides breathtaking views. A truly unforgettable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to go everything and most of the place for us to go are walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to shopping and restaurant areas, a lot of different restaurants nearby. like the hotel, would go there too if visit Taibei again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed Fauzi Bin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the rustic vibes of the hotel, which made it a cosy stay to rest up from all the activities in the city. It's also a really short walk from all the amazing shopping and food options in the Ximending area, which meant that I was basically spoilt for choice throughout my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024