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Reviews of 1981 Hostel

No. 28, Shanghai Street, 950 Taitung City, Taiwan

#117 of 426 B&Bs and inns in Taitung City

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 34 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I don't know if there's anything I didn't like! I would highly recommend to others.

    I decided to book here because a friend of mine who was visiting Taitung a couple of months ago stayed here and recommended it. So, so happy I did, because it was such an accommodating and cozy stay, and the location in central Taitung City is super convenient. The room itself is very basic, essentially just a place to sleep and store valuable belongings in small lockers, which is exactly what I needed it to be. Bathroom & shower amenities were clean and simple. The first floor is beautifully decorated and supremely cat-themed, and there's two cats that roam there during normal hours. Great for eating, reading, chatting, etc. I actually ended up making two new friends in the common space. The boss is very kind and explained everything to me in detail (and in English). Overall, I had a splendid stay here and would certainly come here again.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2024

    10
    Quaint and homely - a peaceful getaway from the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    The hostel is very cosy and warm, it felt like visiting a friend. It’s also located in a convenient area - there’s convenience stores and many food options nearby. The rooms and toilets are super clean and well-maintained. I was very touched by the hosts’ kindness - they were so welcoming and made me feel right at home. They showed me the warmth of Taitung and I couldn’t be more grateful. There’s also 2 adorable cats living in the hostel! This is a lovely and quaint guesthouse in the beautiful Taitung city. I would love to come back and visit again.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A big turndown for us was that the air conditioner does not function from 9 am to 6 pm. Since it was summer time, the room became quite hot and uncomfortable if someone doesn’t plan on going out during these hours or plans to take rest or so. Also the owner controls the air conditioner so there is no way the guests can use it by their own. The terrace also had no air conditioner facility, so it was very hot and warm over there, making it quite uncomfortable in the peak summers.

    The best things about the property were the cleanliness and the common space downstairs. Also, the garden at the terrace was wonderful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This place felt like your own home, everything was super clean. We also used the bikes for free to see Taitung which was really comfortable for us. We have never been in such a cozy hostel before. The owner is an absolutely welcoming and warm-hearted person who is willing to help where he can. He helped us a lot and even gave us some Taiwanese snacks to taste. Really delicious. Highly recommend!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner is nice and I spent a great time here!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    9.0
    Hostel with books and cats, suitable as a place to unwind
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The mattress was a bit too thin, and not so comfortable to sleep on

    The hostel is superbly clean, and facilities are good including free use of washing machine and dryer machine. You could find facial cleanser, sunscreen cream available for use too. There are plenty of books (mainly chinese) on the shelf that you could browse and read, and the two cats are rather friendly. It is also at a convenient location with 2 bus stops nearby.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    10
    Comfortable and Clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no

    Warmth and comfortable. Very clean and comfortable.. The environment also nice and safe. Facilities also complete!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host is kind

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Literally everything was perfect, I had an amazing stay! :) unfortunately I didn't have a lot of time to enjoy the rooftop area that has a lot of plants and is perfect to read a book The owner is also very kind and he really pays attention to the details which led to an amazing stay. I really felt at home :)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Far from the center and the train station, and the buses are not frequent to reach the hostel

    Free bikes

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Female room for 4 is small.

    Free bike! And…the Cats!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No

    Everything

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very nice hosts

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    great host with a home-liked hostel, with many books and treats. excellent rooftop and providing all stuff more then u need.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2023

    10
    Nice stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    what you need to bring it’s just toothbrush and towel, they got pretty much everything you need. All areas are clean! The owner is friendly and helpful. Also the location is quite convenient to the places in town.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds are not comfortable

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    only two bathrooms aren’t kinda enough if there’re too much travelers.

    bed is comfortable, toilet and bathroom are both so clean. there’re also some simple utilities for cooking.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2023

    10
    Very clean hostel, located close to the hostel and friendly owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very clean with great facilities

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2024

    10
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

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