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Reviews of Flying Backpacker

No. 230, Sec. 3, Nuzhong Rd., Yilan City, 260 Yilan City, Taiwan

#4 of 23 hotels in Yilan City

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Review score

Based on 52 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Amazing Flying Backpacker Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike of the property.

    The property has one of the best CP value. Cheap cost for living with high performance value. I also enjoyed the location which was next to cafes, convenient stores, and restaurants. Because I have a car, the site was able to reserve a parking spot nearby (1 min. walk away.) There is so much around - parks, lakes, rivers, museums, and culture sites. The butler was also super friendly, and he was able to help me figure out more about Taiwan culture and getting around Yilan.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    I’m sleeping well
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nope

    Everything is good

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location could be better, you need to take the bus to the train station, distance is about 2,5 km.

    A lot of privacy in the Hostel, free water and snacks, everything was clean

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    10
    nil
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nil

    nil

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Very clean property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    I like the cleanliness of the property. Everything are well maintained. It's like new for me.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately although the hostel itself was lovely, the people that you stay with are not. I know this is based off my experience alone but

    The actual property is great, facilities were perfect with no complaints at all.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Friendly staff, really helpful when my friend needed first aid after a scooter crash. Nice atmosphere. Clean. Good kitchen facilities.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location of the hostel was my main gripe with the place, public transport in Yilan is not the best thus it was not easy to reach from the main station, the location is also further from the core of the city. Would be more appropriate if you have your own transport!

    Everything was well maintained, with clean toilets and rooms, and a common space for eating.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The location is relatively remote and the traffic is not very convenient

    The room is well ventilated

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    10
    Great location, spacious pod and clean facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The beeping could be removed from the lockers - noisy!

    My 6-people mixed dorm was super spacious, with enough privacy to feel like it's your own space. The bathroom was always super clean and the staff and I were able to communicate with help from google translate :) Also complimentary tea, coffee and fridge. the location is two minutes from the hot spring too :)

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice staff, comfortable bed

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was really nice. The room was clean and the hostel had really nice atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioning, a bit too much for me.

    The staff, common areas tidy and clean, quiet.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2023

    9.0
    Nice capsule style rooms, very nice staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    took a while to find the hostel as there are no signboards outside

    very friendly staff (and cute too 😉) love the capsule style rooms with doors for complete privacy it's a pity that i can only stay for one night

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    9.0
    Great host, has all facilities needed and host would help with anything you need (host turned on a dehumidifier in the l
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The length of the room is a bit short for someone of my height (175cm) so sometimes my feet might hit the door.

    Clean and tidy

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2021

    10
    Comfortable atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is quite comfortable, not big but you can have a private space. The host was very kind to talk and share stories.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    5.0
    Find somewhere else if you can
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Grout in bathroom was black, not sure if dirt of mould but just had an old bathroom kind of vibe.

    The fans on the capsules made a high pitched constant buzzing sound from the ones next door. The capsules weren't sound insulated at all so it was like having snoring directly next to me. Worst part there was only one toilet for the entire floor (at least one dorm of 10 beds and there were other rooms too) so I woke up needing to use the rest room but had no where to go :/

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    7.0
    A simple, clean place to stay in Yilan
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There is no obvious check-in desk, so I was a little bit confused at first. There seems to be only one bathroom for floor, which means one could potentially need to wait for a good while (even though I didn't encounter this problem myself).

    The pod-style accommodation was clean, comfortable, and modern. The bathroom was well-kept. They have a nice little lounge with cooking utensils, games, and books. The location isn't bad, nearby a Hi-Life convenience store.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was kinda thin, so not very comfortable. Walls are very thin, so you can hear other people snoring. Earplugs highly recommended.

    Very nice staff. Washing mashing present. Room looked cozy.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Checkin was a hassle, had to play phone tag, waiting around on getting new door codes. Trouble communicating. Not a horrible situation, but annoying.

    Good hostel for a few nights stay. Clean enough. Is more of a student's accommodation than a place for international tourists.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2022

    6.0
    Uncomfortable Bed
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was my second time staying here, the first time my sleeping pod was very comfortable, but this time the mattress was so thin that it felt like I was sleeping on the floor. It left me with hip pain for 2 days afterwards. There was also only 1 toilet/shower for 8 people, but the second floor had extra toilets if you needed.

    Relaxing common area with a fridge, kitchen and some light drinks for sale.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2021

    7.0
    New but ….
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slight Painting smell

    Clean, compartment for each bunk

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

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