Silk Place Taroko
Formerly the Grand Formosa Taroko, Silks Place Taroko used to be a guesthouse for government officials and foreign dignitaries and is now the only five-star hotel inside Taroko National Park. After an extensive renovation in fall of 2009, it now has both outdoor and indoor swimming pools, two high-end restaurants, and a new spa facility with a panoramic view of the Taroko Gorge. Its 160 rooms start at $212.
No.18 Tian Hsyang Road
Shiou lin Village, Haualien County 970
Taiwan
+886 (0) 3-8691280
grandformosa-taroko.com.tw/home/english/index.swf
Quality Inn
Not to be confused with the U.S.-based budget hotel chain, this boutique hotel in downtown Hualien has an artsy vibe and sleek interior. Taiwanese master sculptor Yuyu Yang designed the lobby, and the guest rooms are decorated with works by major Taiwanese artists. The hotel is only a 10-minute drive from the Hualien Train Station and within walking distance to restaurants and shops in the city. There is also free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. As of 2009, the 23-room hotel rates start at $79.
No. 46-1, Sanmin St.
Hualien City, Hualien County 970
Taiwan
+886 (0) 3-8320000
Hotel Bayview
Hotel Bayview is a Mediterranean-style building at Chisingtan beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is farther away from the city but perfect for visitors looking for some down time. Borrow the hotel's bikes at no cost and explore the coastal biking trail nearby. The hotel also provides free transportation to and from the Hualien Train Station and the airport. The 42 rooms start at $56; prices are as of 2009.
No 10 Mingtan St.
Sincheng Township
Hualien County 971, Taiwan
+886 (0) 3-8232345
hotelbayview.com.tw/english
Marshal Hotel
This 270-room hotel in the city is close to all the conveniences in downtown Hualien. While the hotel doesn't have much character to speak of and sometimes overflows with tourist groups, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is friendly and English conversant. As of 2009, at $56 per night, it is a safe bet for budget-minded travelers.
No.36 Kung Yuan Road
Hualien City, Hualien 970
Taiwan
+886 (0) 3-8326123
