Taipei, Taiwan Tips: The Neighborhood & Hotel Guide ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

Taipei, Taiwan Tips: The Neighborhood & Hotel Guide ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ

Within Taipei's bustling metropolitan city, I've put together a comprehensive guide to the best neighborhoods to stay in if you're looking for quick access to the best night markets, transportation (MRT), and sights.
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Xinyi

The "financial district" / upscale and modern neighborhood known for its shopping malls, luxury hotels, and lit nightlife. This is where you'll find THE Taipei 101 as well as the Elephant Mountain hiking trail. A hub for tech and finance, you'll find everything from business hotels to comforting stays. I lived here for 5 months and personally enjoyed the convenience of the Tonghua Night Market and the nearby late night massage spots! ๐ŸŒƒ

Must-Dos:ย 

- Visit Taipei 101 - shop all the brands and eat in the dining halls! ๐Ÿ™

- Shopping is a must in Xinyi. My favorite malls are the Breeze Taipei, Eslite, and Shin Kong Misukoshi (not kidding, set aside a whole day!) ๐Ÿ›

- Elephant Mountain Hike is THE classic Taipei hike, 30. min to the top and go on a sunny day or during golden hour for the best views ๐Ÿ˜

- Nightlife: Kor, Omini C'est La Vie, Marquee, Ruff Taipei ๐Ÿธ

Hotels Recommendations:ย 

Grand Hyatt Taipei
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Humble House Hotel
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Eslite Hotel
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Le Mรฉridien Taipei
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Pacific Business Hotel
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Hanns House
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Da'anย 

I lived here for my first month and would say this is the place to start if you love tree-lined streets, an excellent food/cafe scene, cute boutiques, and a calm, youthful energy! The Da'an Park is lovely to stroll through and it's also home the Jiangguo Jade & Flower Market, a must-stroll for any tourist visiting Taipei for the first time. ๐ŸŒธ

Must-Dos:ย 

- Daan Forest Park: the largest park in Taipei to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city; check out the serene birds, walking trails, lake, and garden! ๐ŸŒณ

- Yongkang Street: a foodie's paradise with the cutest street food stalls, cafes, and restaurants. Try out the traditional Taiwan eats like scallion pancakes, beef noodle soup, and soup dumplings. ๐ŸฅŸ

Hotel Recommendations:ย 

Kimpton Da An Hotel
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ร‰clat Hotel Taipei
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Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
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ไบŒๅ่ผชๆ—…ๅบ—ๅคงๅฎ‰้คจ Swiio Hotel Daan
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Ximending

Lively neighborhood, which is home to historic sites & temples, flashing city lights and plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment options catered to the youth ๐Ÿ›

Must-Dos:ย 

- Shopping (again): this are has a lot of cute boutique shops perfect for souvenirs ๐Ÿค‘

- The Red House: historical building that has been transformed into a cultural center with shops, cafes, and galleries to learn about Taiwan's art and culture. ๐Ÿ 

- Local food: try the stinky tofu, fried chicken, and bubble tea ๐Ÿง‹

Hotel Recommendations:ย 

Just Sleep Ximending
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WESTGATE Hotel
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Hotel Resonance Taipei, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Zhongshan

The heart of the city, known for its excellent dining options, ranging from street food to Michellin-starred restaurants ๐Ÿœ

Must-Dos:ย 

- Taipei Fine Arts Museum: the largest museum of modern and contemporary art in Asia ๐ŸŽจ

Hotel Recommendations:ย 

The Okura Prestige Taipei
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Courtyard by Marriott Taipei Downtown
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็พŽไพ–ๅ•†ๆ—… PARKVIEW TAIPEI
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The Landis Taipei
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Grand Hotel Taipei
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