The best areas to base yourself, with nightly prices per room for each budget.
Near Ximen (BL11/G12)
Best all-round base for first-timers: two MRT lines, late-night food and shopping, walkable to Longshan Temple.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.
Near Taipei Main Station (R10/BL12/A1)
One stop from the Airport MRT, and the hub for HSR and TRA day trips. Great if you'll do lots of day trips.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.
Near Zhongshan (R11/G14)
Leafy, stylish, full of cafes and boutiques. Quieter at night, close to Ningxia Night Market.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.
Near Bus from HSR Taichung
Budget hotels right at Taiwan's biggest night market, and an easy taxi to the HSR station.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.
Near Taichung (TRA)
Old town near Miyahara and the Second Market, with TRA trains to the HSR station.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.
Near Formosa Boulevard (R10/O5)
Where both MRT lines meet. Walk to Liuhe Night Market, 15 minutes to the airport.
Per room per night. Split it if you share.