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10 Best Hotels with Views of Taipei 101

Towering over Taiwan’s capital city, Taipei 101 is an iconic 508-metre-tall tower that was the world’s tallest building for a number of years. Nestled next to Taipei’s historic temples, markets and cobbled lanes, this architectural marvel is the city’s most impressive landmark and boasts a 91st-floor observation deck. However, you’ll find the best views from Taipei’s hotels offering direct vistas of the tower, letting you soak up its beauty from your room.  

With more than 400 million annual visitors, our friends over at HotelsCombined have found the best hotels with views of Taipei 101. These accommodations range from luxurious five-star properties to budget-friendly hotels and typically include on-site restaurants, spas and butler services. 

Best 5-Star Hotels with Views of Taipei 101

Eslite Hotel

Created by Pritzker-winning architect, Toyo Ito, Eslite Hotel is a design-centric hotel with an eye-catching 18-storey exterior and works from local artists in its interior. Its literary influence is seen throughout the Lobby Lounge, while an on-site department store is filled with artist-themed shops. Visit the on-site In Between Steakhouse for dry-aged steak and international wines. 

Located within the Xinyi District, the hotel is within minutes from the shopping and commercial heart of the city, with the Taiwan Design Museum just outside the front door. Gaze at the glittering cityscape from the hotel’s nature-inspired City View rooms, which also feature high-end furniture, flat-screen TVs and Bose sound systems. Upgrade to a Library Suite for a spacious reading area that includes more than 1,000 books on film, literature and history.

Star Rating: 5*
Price: 172 USD  – 468 USD
Guest Rating: 9.2
Address: No.98, Yanchang Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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W Taipei

Surrounded by shopping malls and luxury retailers, W Taipei boasts 405 rooms and suites with signature W beds, indoor terraces and an enticing Munchie Box. Stay in the Spectacular 101 Room for views of Taipei 101 and a mixologist laboratory with glass rack or upgrade to the posh Wow Suite for floor-to-ceiling windows and butler services. 

Soak up the city views at the 10th-floor rooftop pool or get away from it all with a pampering body treatment at the on-site spa. Make yourself at home in the Living Room, which boasts creative cocktails served alongside fresh beats spun by internationally-renowned DJs. Dine on Chinese dim sum, Yorkshire pudding and Italian wood-fired pizza at the Kitchen Table, then take a 10-minute ride on the MRT to explore Longshan Temple, one of the oldest temples in the city. 

Star Rating: 5*
Price: 272 USD  – 912 USD
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: 10 Zhongxiao East Road Sec. 5, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei

The tallest hotel in Taiwan’s capital, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei lures you in with its six on-site restaurants, a sparkling rooftop pool and luxurious Shiseido-branded spa. Its rooms and suites mix Eastern and Western decor with classical Sung dynasty artwork. Each one showcases dramatic city skyline views, while the marble bathrooms come with 12-inch TVs. 

Satisfy your taste buds with Cantonese flavours in Shang Palace restaurant or head to Li Bai Lounge for live jazz or Ibuki for fresh sushi platters. Sample region specialties, such as stinky tofu and oyster omelettes, at the Shilin Night Market or kick off your night with drinks and dancing at Carnegies Taipei, only a four-minute walk from the hotel. 

Star Rating: 5*
Price: 225 USD  – 636 USD
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: 201 Tun Hwa South Road, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Grand Hyatt Taipei

The only Taipei hotel with direct access to Taipei 101, Grand Hyatt Taipei offers luxury accommodation with dramatic city views. The aptly-named View Room features a direct view of the tower in addition to sleek marble bathrooms, while suites also offer access to the Grand Club Lounge with daily breakfast, evening cocktails and all-day refreshments.

The hotel is home to some of the best restaurants in town, from exquisite Japanese cuisine at Irodori to authentic Cantonese delicacies at Pearl Liang and quality steaks at Bel Air Bar. Enjoy afternoon tea and live piano performances at Cha Lounge, then hydrate your skin with a 120-minute Eucalyptus scrub at Oasis Spa. Explore the city with a trip to Beitou Hot Springs or sample Sichuan pepper-infused vodka cocktails at R&D Cocktail Lab, just a 10-minute walk away. 

Star Rating: 5*
Price: 195 USD  – 835 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 2 Sung Shou Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Humble House Taipei

Humble House Taipei is a non-conventional hotel that blends art, culture and living with its 235 luxury rooms and international artwork. Art lovers can admire 600 pieces of art scattered around the hotel, while the 7th-floor outdoor pool is perfect for gazing at Taipei’s beautiful skyline and the iconic Taipei 101 from lounge chairs.  

Furnished with cosy sofa seats, the 235 guest rooms and suites also feature electronic toilets, stocked mini bars and silk velvet bathrobes. Refuel at La Farfalla, the hotel’s modern Italian restaurant that serves pan-fried Canadian lobster, lamb shoulder rack and steamed grouper. For a dose of culture, drive 15 minutes to see ancient Chinese artefacts in the National Palace Museum or visit the National Taiwan Museum to learn more about Taiwan’s rich heritage. 

Star Rating: 5*
Price: 170 USD  – 383 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: No.18, Songgao Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Best 4-Star Hotels with Views of Taipei 101

Le Meridien Taipei

Watch as Taipei 101 lights up at night from your floor-to-ceiling windows in the Corner Suite at Le Meridien Taipei. This suite also includes walk-in closets, complimentary soft drinks and a separate bedroom with a king-size bed. For 24-hour butler services, upgrade to a Le Meridian Suite. Both come equipped with twin marble vanities, rain showers and deep-soaking tubs. 

HotelsCombined guests rave about the dining options at this hotel, from the open-air kitchen and Mediterranean cuisine at Latest Recipe restaurant to the innovative Chinese flavors at My Humble House. If you’re craving a sweet treat, head to ChocoArt for macarons and baked goods. Have the concierge arrange a customised trip to the Museum of Contemporary Art nearby or get active along the trails at Yangmingshan National Park, about 20 kilometres away. 

Star Rating: 4.5*
Price:274 USD  – 1,662 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 38 SongRen Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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LeaLea Garden Hotels

Sitting just two kilometres from Taipei 101 and featuring a post-modern design, LeaLea Garden Hotels is adorned with colourful artwork. The Superior Double Room and Deluxe Double Room boast earthy decor, flat-screen TVs, mini bars and separate sitting areas. Some also have beautiful skyline views that include Taipei 101.

Make your way to the hotel’s open-air rooftop garden to admire Taipei 101 before enjoying a coffee or drink in the lounge or Taiwanese cuisine at the on-site restaurant, Bonne Chance. Step outside to discover Raohe Street Night Market just one kilometre from the hotel, one of the oldest night markets in the city with traditional Taiwanese snacks. 

Star Rating: 4*
Price: 54 USD  – 267 USD
Guest Rating: 7.9
Address: No 213 Sec 4 Bade Road, Songshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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AT Boutique Hotel

Less than a 10-minute walk from Taipei 101, AT Boutique Hotel offers rooms with panoramic views of the city’s iconic building. Business travellers will appreciate the amenities in the Business Room, which features a spacious desk, mini-fridge, room service and flat-screen TV. All travellers will enjoy watching the bustling street scene unfold below from the Superior Twin Room and Crystal Suite. 

There’s a 24-hour reception counter, where those in need of a caffeine jolt will find freely-available American-style coffee and hot tea. The bustling Tonghua Night Market is a 10-minute walk away, while one of the best sunset views in the city at the summit of Elephant Mountain can be reached in 30 minutes. 

Star Rating: 4*
Price: 59 USD  – 565 USD
Guest Rating: 7.4
Address: 3F, No.468, Sec 4, Xinyi Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Best 3-Star Hotels with Views of Taipei 101

Hotel Park Taipei

Designed as a “home away from home”, the spacious rooms at Hotel Park Taipei feature contemporary urban-style decor and personalised services. For the best views of Taipei 101, book the 101 View Room, which boasts sun-drenched floor-to-ceiling windows, a flat-screen TV, plush bathrobes and a rain shower. For more luxury, stay in the Executive 101 View Room to enjoy extra space and two personal massage chairs.

Relax in the hotel’s garden or work up a sweat in the gym, then visit the 1st floor to enjoy lunch or dinner at Food Symphony Restaurant, which serves Taiwanese fusion cuisine. To see one of the city’s quirkiest attractions, drive five minutes to the Miniatures Museum of Taiwan, home to Buckingham Palace at one-twelfth scale and a one-centimetre-tall whiskey bottle.  

Star Rating: 3.5*
Price: 92 USD  – 406 USD
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: No. 317, Section 1, Fuxing South Road, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106

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Taipei Charming City Hotel

A perfect choice for budget-conscious travellers, Taipei Charming City Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Taipei 101 and Taipei World Trade Center. The hotel’s Grand Deluxe Suite offers city views, a double bed, flat-screen TV and desk, while the VIP Room offers extra space. All rooms come with a Chinese and Western breakfast buffet. 

Business travellers will appreciate the Business Center with computer and internet access and complimentary coffee and hot tea, in addition to a Conference Room that includes a projector and stationary. Drive 10 minutes to Xingtian Temple to see its magnificent dragon sculptures or organise a day trip to Wuji Tianyuan Temple during cherry blossom season to photograph its vibrant seasonal foliage. 

Star Rating: 3.5*
Price: 90 USD  – 411 USD
Guest Rating: 7.9
Address: No.295, Sec. 4, Xinyi Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Dazzling Taipei 101 Views with Luxurious Perks

Offering the best views in Taipei, these hotels give you the chance to gaze at Taipei 101 from your own room. While the tower views are a definite highlight, you’ll also find luxurious amenities, such as butler services, in-room entertainment and floor-to-ceiling windows. You’re also be within arm’s reach of Taipei’s popular museums, art galleries temples and national parks. 

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