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Hotel Papa Whale

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Ningxia Night Market

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Reception hall
Lobby sitting area
Comfort Twin Room, No Windows (on basement floor)
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July

Explore the area

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46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei, 10842
  • Taipei Main Station
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Lungshan Temple
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Ningxia Night Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Taipei (TSA-Songshan)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Single Room, No Windows

Comfort Single Room, No Windows

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Elegant Double Room, No Window

Elegant Double Room, No Window

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Elegant Triple Room, No Window

Elegant Triple Room, No Window

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Comfort Double Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

Comfort Double Room, No Windows (on basement floor)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Family Room (6 adults), No Windows

Deluxe Family Room (6 adults), No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

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

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, No Windows

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, No Windows

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, No Windows

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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 Ningxia Night Market and Lungshan Temple.

What's nearby

  • The Red House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Taipei Main Station - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lungshan Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ningxia Night Market - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Huashan 1914 Creative Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Ximen Station - 9 min walk
  • Taipei Main Station - 16 min walk
  • Taipei (TSA-Songshan) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Ximending - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Takao1972 - Kunming - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪馬辣鴛鴦火鍋專賣 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪八方雲集鍋貼水餃專賣店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪UDE Café Bistro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Papa Whale

Hotel with a restaurant, near Ningxia Night Market
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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 21 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Papa Whale on 8 Jul 2025 start from NZ$78.54, 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. 382 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unfriendly staff, poor quality sleep

Staff were unfriendly and unwelcoming at check-in. It seemed as if we were an inconvenience to her by seeking assistance with the do it yourself check in. The room was clean however the bed was VERY firm and uncomfortable. The air conditioning didn’t work very well and the toilet was leaking the entire night and making noises which resulted in a terrible night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor condition and unsanitary

Cracked and chipped painted walls, heavy odor unventilated rooms, hairs found in stained bedding sheet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible staff

This place is cheap. That’s about it. The staff at reception weren’t friendly. I would go as far as to say they were ignorant and arrogant. Not a smile in sight. Not helpful at all. My room was also in the basement so no windows or natural light. They didn’t mention this.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

srikanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

sangsanae

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel is non-smoking, however there was someone smoking, which resulted in odor and smoke in the hall way. The staff members were exceptionally kind and accommodating, and I appreciate their helps a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sin Man Irene

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SIU LUN

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis, Vancouver

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Boo Tiong

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old and poor room layout. Toilet was poor without bidet The hotel is worn out and quite far from shopping area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Glen William Watson

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grossly overpriced for hotel room without a window and bed on timber pallet crates, cheap and sparse furniture and mould in the shower. Nice staff generally although would not stay there again at over HK$2500 a night!! Whilst midweek at around HK$600 seems more reasonable, the hotel cannot justify X4 the cost for an overpriced storage type hotel. Very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne O.

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pulkit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel offers a great buffet breakfast. It is near different forms of public transportation and landmarks. Unfortunately, the basement units don't have windows, and the plumbing can be noisy at times where I stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yi-Chen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its just average
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wenyi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was unique because the rooms don't have actual windows... which is both weird and unique. The inside of the hotels/walkways also look very industrial, like a warehouse which is a cool vibe. The beds however, are very short so if you are over 6ft tall, your feet will hang off the bed. The beds are also held up on pallets which is a cool vibe as well. The shower head was also very short so if you are over 6ft tall, squatting will need to be done. When it's the busy time, the hot water will also run out... shockingly. However, it is quite walkable to the MRT station and its located almost in the heart of Ximending so it's great all around for tourists. The people at the front desk are more than accommodating though which is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Near to XiMenDing

Walking distance to XiMen MRT station as well as XiMenDing shopping & entertainment district is a plus point. Room is spacious clean, however the wifi is weak & intermittent once away from the main lobby. So I have to get my work done & email sent at lobby in order not to use up my roaming data.
External view
Hotel Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Maricel M

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cockroach in the room and buffet breakfast restaurant. Same menu everyday. What make it worse i saw cockroach in the buffet table server
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Solo Trip Option

Everything about this hotel was good. They have coin laundry inside that makes a world of difference on a long trip. The check in and out are seemless and they provide free toothbrush, comb, cotton swabs, etc in the room alot with 2 bottle of water. I didn't have a window but that was clear from the time I booked so no issues, just pay attention to your booking if you care about a view. They didn't offer early check-in but they will hold bags so you can go explore while you wait. Area is great, very walkable and near 2 MRTs (10min walk or so). Would highly recommended. There is a bar in the hotel so you dont have to go far to meet people if that's your thing. Breakfast was included in my booking and provided a wide selection from steam buns to fruit to coffee to noddles, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Hsin-Haw

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
1. location is great in the hard of Ximen. 2. easy check in and check out. 3. usual daily room service with laundry room for use (cost extra). 4. The entire hotel is converted from a parking structure, no effort is made in decoration, feel like walking around the parking lot, and the room wall and ceiling are pretty much "raw". 5. initial room has no wifi connectivity due to extremely poor signal strength, and maximum shower temperature is "warm", so we requested another room and the second room has great wifi signal and nice fast hot water, so depends on your luck, we had to endure a bad room for first night. All and all, it is not worth the price in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Huiya

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very basic I would say. First of all, the WiFi is not really working. I got told that if there are too many customers, you won’t be able to link to the WiFi. The room is extremely small. We need to put our suitcase on the bed to open it as there’s no space. Service was also just ok. And the room is extremely noisy. I could hear ppl cough next door. I won’t recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Salvador, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They never offer me neither the discount neither the upgrade. Hotel it’s great and convenient but the service awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024