Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Hualien Wow Hostel offers accommodation decorated in industry style with primitive elements in Hualien City, a 2-minute walk from Hualien Railway Station. Hualien Wow Youth Hostel is a 20-minute drive from Chihsingtan Beach, a 30-minute drive from Liyu Lake and a 40-minute drive from Taroko National Park. Hualien Airport is merely a 10-minute drive away. The hostel has private guest rooms, mixed dormitories and female dormitories. All units come with a flat-screen TV and an attached bathroom. For private rooms, slippers and toiletries are offered. Staff at reception can help guests book various activities, such as snorkelling, rafting, diving and cycling. The hostel also provides recommendations on bike rentals and car hire around the area. A variety of local dining options can be found at Dongdamen Night Market which is a 10-minute car journey away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Hualien City, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
2 single beds
and
2 double beds
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Benedicte
    Norway Norway
    Positive, welcoming staff, knowledgeable, interested and helpful. Location just a walk across the square outside Hualien station. Bus to Taroko Gorge leaves from the bus station on the same square. Very convenient. They have free bikes, you can...
  • Thibaud
    France France
    Clean and convenient place, just in front of the train station. Good value for money. No complaints whatsoever.
  • Eng
    Australia Australia
    Very friendly and kindness staff. Work extra hard to make us feel like home. Location, just right to main train station Value hotel

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hualien Wow Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Malay
  • Cantonese
  • Chinese

House rules

Hualien Wow Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can rent them at the property or bring their own.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hualien Wow Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 1050054530

FAQs about Hualien Wow Hostel

  • Hualien Wow Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Hualien Wow Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Hualien Wow Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hualien Wow Hostel is 1.1 miles from the centre of Hualien City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.