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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.
A hotel named "PAPA WHALE" with a large whale mural on the facade.
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and a thatched roof.
A reception desk with a sign reading "PAPA WHALE" and a wooden slatted design.
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.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Explore the area

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46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei, 10842
  • Place, The Red House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Taipei City North Gate
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lungshan Temple
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taipei (TPE-Taoyuan Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Elegant Double Room, No Window

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Comfort Twin Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfy Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bulletin board.

Comfy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Elegant Double Room - No Windows

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

Elegant Double Room - No Windows

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for SOHO Superior Twin Room - No Window

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

SOHO Superior Twin Room - No Window

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Taipei

At Hotel Papa Whale you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of The Red House and Taipei City North Gate. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning self-service breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Wanhua hotel include Lungshan Temple and Ningxia Night Market.

What's nearby

  • The Red House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Taipei City North Gate - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dihua Street - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lungshan Temple - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Huaxi Street Night Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood 西門町 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪梁山泊小籠湯包 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪程味珍意麵 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪妳有咖啡 neo cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪成真咖啡Come True Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Papa Whale

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel Papa Whale.

This 3.5-star Taipei hotel is smoke free.

  • 335 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Papa Whale offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately TWD 250 for adults and from TWD 250 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TWD 1300 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files and shoe mitts.

Property Registration Number 575-1

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Papa Whale?

Hotel Papa Whale offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 17 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Papa Whale on 16 Sept 2026 start from NZ$90, including 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.

What makes Hotel Papa Whale a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Papa Whale.

Does Hotel Papa Whale serve breakfast?

You bet, self-service breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Papa Whale?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Papa Whale?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Papa Whale?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Papa Whale?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Papa Whale Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was good everything was good everything was good everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Driftwood bar was excellent- atmosphere was great and staff very attentive. Buffet breakfast had a very wide range of options and plenty of supplies. Retro decor was Soviet industrial era and was quirky and fun. Housekeeping was also top rate.Location was easy walk to Ximen station and general surroundings felt safe and friendly.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kian Fun

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

8/10 Good

Chun Chih

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet was absolutely insane, I don't know how common
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor S. Schofield and Robinson I Perlota

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and employee
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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 review

6/10 Okay

deborrah

Buffet breakfast was the same every day for the 7 mornings that we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

6/10 Okay

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location but the room doesn’t have enough lights. Bathroom is fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

HAJIME

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

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean, very nice and close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

Yenti

The hotel’s overall standard was normal and met our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

KAM WAN

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

8/10 Good

Jeanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kil

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

10/10 Excellent

CHI WAI

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

10/10 Excellent

Kian Fun

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

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Surapol

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

10/10 Excellent

Nur Hisham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are big, especially the bathroom. The housekeepers are great & efficient. However, they could provide extra set of pillows would be great.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025