Orange Hotel – Linsen, Taipei

Orange Hotel – Linsen, Taipei Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Orange Hotel – Linsen, Taipei feels refreshingly unpretentious — and I mean that in the best way possible. This three-star property on Linsen North Road doesn’t try to be something it’s not, but what it does, it does really well. The lobby has this clean, modern vibe with pops of orange (obviously) that somehow manage to feel energetic without being overwhelming. You know what struck me most? The staff actually seemed genuinely happy to see guests, not just going through the motions.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about staying in Zhongshan District — you’re basically in the sweet spot of Taipei. I’ve stayed all over this city, and honestly, this location just works. You’re close enough to the main action but far enough from the tourist chaos that you can actually breathe. The Linsen North Road area has this great mix of local eateries and convenience stores, plus you’re walking distance to some seriously good night markets. Couples seem to get this — they’ve rated the location 8.7, and after spending time here, I totally understand why.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was compact but thoughtfully designed — every inch serves a purpose. The bed was surprisingly comfortable for a three-star place, and the bathroom actually had decent water pressure (trust me, this matters after a long day exploring). What I appreciated most was the attention to small details: good lighting for reading, enough outlets for all your devices, and blackout curtains that actually block out the city lights. It’s not fancy, but it’s exactly what you need after a day wandering around Taipei’s streets.

Morning Fuel

The buffet breakfast deserves a mention because it’s one of those pleasant surprises you don’t expect at this price point. They’ve got a solid mix of Western and Taiwanese options — I mean, where else can you have congee and toast at the same table and have both taste good? The coffee isn’t going to win any awards, but it’ll definitely get you moving. The breakfast area gets busy around 8 AM, so if you’re an early riser like me, you’ll have the place mostly to yourself.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is how it nails the basics without any pretense. The 8.1 rating isn’t an accident — it’s what happens when a hotel focuses on doing fundamental things well rather than chasing trends. The location score of 8.7 tells the real story here: you’re staying somewhere that locals would actually choose, not just another tourist trap. For the price point, you’re getting genuine value in a city where that’s becoming harder to find. It’s the kind of place where you sleep well, start your day properly, and spend your money on experiences rather than overpriced hotel amenities you’ll never use.

Orange Hotel – Linsen, Taipei Accommodations

Reviews of Orange Hotel – Linsen, Taipei

• Fantastic Location & Stay – Zuraini from Malaysia (9/10)

  1.The auto e-toilet in the room. 2. The Free ever accesable variety of drinks, fruits & pop ice from 10 am till 10pm at their cafe. 3. Friendly & helpful staff. 4. Many options for breakfast. 5.Walking distance to MRT & to a Mall. 6. Watson & Famili mart closeby.

• Very Good – Samuel from United States of America (8/10)

  Breakfast is good.

• It was okay – Stephanie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Close to transportation and convenience stores.

• Safe and convenient – Sunkissedhunnie from New Zealand (9/10)

  I enjoyed the ease of getting there. Their staff are kind and helpful. I felt very safe staying there and really enjoyed my time. The room comes with coffee, tea, stirrer, mugs, kettle and bottled water. You have access to cutlery in the kitchen. They have a good selecrion of breakfast. The staff will also let you know if something is happening in the area.

• Very Good – Thi from Vietnam (8/10)

  Room is good enough and around hotel there are many small alleys with food.

• Comfortable and valuable – Garraez from Philippines (8/10)

  The is comfortable to stay, kind and approachable staff. We love the breakfast buffet and free refreshment all day😊

• Overall it’s good. Convenient and easy access. – Annie from United States of America (8/10)

  It’s convenient. There are lots of stores in the surrounding area. Love their breakfast and the 24 hours coffee/juice machine

• Clean, comfortable, convenient base to explore Taipei from. – Yuri from Canada (9/10)

  Good location near Taipei Main Station. Clean and comfortable. Attentive caretaking staff. Traditional savoury breakfast. Complimentary luggage storage available before/after check-in.

• The staff was so lovely and def would go back. – Judy from Australia (8/10)

  The staff is super lovely. They can speak English too. The room is spacious. Good for price. Bed was very comfortable. It was clean. Provided free water. Daily house keeping. There was this one staff that was working alone at around 5pm that day, I had 3 luggage, so heavy couldn't budge at all to get out in peace, she helped me pull one luggage to the taxi and help put it in the back too. They have taxi service and it felt like a Uber. Cheaper than Uber to the airport. Maccas, family mart, and KFC was super close. Love how it's close to everything you need.

• Good – Nguyen from Vietnam (7/10)

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