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Hotel Papa Whale

Property class: 3.5

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A wooden floor with tables and chairs under a thatched roof structure. - Hotel Papa Whale (Taipei)
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and a thatched roof. - Hotel Papa Whale (Taipei)
An indoor atrium with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central water feature. There are wooden planters with trees and benches around the water. - Hotel Papa Whale (Taipei)
A reception desk with a sign reading "PAPA WHALE" and a wooden slatted design. - Hotel Papa Whale (Taipei)
A hotel named "PAPA WHALE" with a large whale mural on the facade. - Hotel Papa Whale (Taipei)
Located close to Lungshan Temple and Ningxia Night Market, Hotel Papa Whale provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A neatly made bed with a checkered bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden stool beside it.

Elegant Double Room, No Window

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, No Windows

A compact hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, and a television.

Comfort Single Room, No Windows

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, No Windows

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bulletin board, and a bathroom visible through a door.

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, No Windows

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Elegant Triple Room, No Window

A hotel room with two beds, wooden walls, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small desk with a lamp.

Elegant Triple Room, No Window

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, No Windows

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bulletin board, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, No Windows

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large mirror.

Comfort Double Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Comfort Twin Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room (6 adults), No Windows

A hotel room with a wooden wall, a bed with checkered bedding, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Deluxe Family Room (6 adults), No Windows

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Wanhua, a neighborhood in Taipei, is home to Hotel Papa Whale. Lungshan Temple and Grand Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Daan Forest Park and Yangmingshan National Park. Check out an event or a game at Taipei Arena, and consider making time for Taipei Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Taipei travel guide
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46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei, 10842

What's nearby

  • A colorful street mural with graffiti art, including a figure with a red cape and the word "HA HA" repeated.
    Taipei Cinema Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A bustling nighttime market with tents and brick buildings.
    The Red House
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A red and grey archway with a traditional roof, under a bridge.
    Taipei City North Gate
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A covered walkway with brick arches and red lanterns.
    Dihua Street
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture and a bustling crowd of visitors.
    Lungshan Temple
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ximen Station
    5 min walk
  • Taipei Main Station
    16 min walk
  • Songshan Airport (TSA)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Driftwood 西門町
    1 min walk
  • 八方雲集
    1 min walk
  • 梁山泊小籠湯包
    1 min walk
  • Taiwan Xiao Long Bao
    2 min walk
  • 打狗霸 生魚片吧
    1 min walk

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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 at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: TWD 250 for adults and TWD 250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and 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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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 Taipei Cinema Park, Ningxia Night Market, and Lungshan Temple. The Red House and Taipei City North Gate are also within 10 minutes. Ximen Station is 5 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

Hotel Papa Whale Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 417 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool shabu shabu breakfast. Lobby and breakfast area is really pretty. Lighting is a bit on the darker side throughout the hotel. Helpful staff. You can do in person check in or self check in using the machine. Good location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend this hotel for both location and facilities. Don't expect the staff to speak very good English or to have a window in your room but the rooms were actually really nice i thought. Great location also but the bar downstairs was a bit of a rip off... suggest dine and drink elsewhere but its a nice bar to hang out in if you dont mind the prices. Nice to have a lift also and the place was very clean and interesting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a decent time here and would stay again. Nice size room for 5 people. Few odd things for Americans; like having NO windows and having Hot Pot for Breakfast; but overall a pleasant experience. Parking ramp very near by and reasonably priced to park. Very easy to use washer and dryer which was very handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Decent Breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms were large with very clean and large bathrooms and toilets. There were no windows, which I knew before I booked, thus making it feel a bit dangerous in case there’s an emergency and the door is the only way out. Also, there was no sufficient room lighting. Our room has dark paint and the lights were really dim so it was quite hard to see. The internet was fast. The staffs were very helpful, friendly and accommodating. I really loved the hotpot breakfast. Make sure you add breakfast when you book a room. So so so worth it! Also, the location was good- to shopping, restaurants, transportion and some tourist attractions. For the price I’ve paid, would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast internet and great location. Room was super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

2/10 Terrible

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

4/10 Poor

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 review

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we enjoyed our stay for 1 week, close to all entertainment area. hopefully they have a changes in their breakfast buffet in the future, for 1 week I have to deal with the same breakfast line up. Hopefully they will add, fish, shrimp etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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