Smile Inn – Taipei Main Station

Smile Inn – Taipei Main Station Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked into Smile Inn – Taipei Main Station, I’ll be honest — the name had me expecting something pretty basic. But you know what? This three-star place actually surprised me in the best way. Sure, it’s on the 6th floor of a building on Guanqian Road, so you’re taking an elevator up, but once you’re there, the whole vibe feels clean and thoughtfully put together. The staff genuinely seemed happy to see guests, which isn’t always a given at budget-friendly spots.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about staying near Taipei Main Station — you’re basically at the center of everything without paying those crazy downtown hotel prices. I mean, you can walk to the station in maybe three minutes, which means the airport MRT, high-speed rail to other cities, regular trains, and the metro are all right there. The Zhongzheng District location puts you close to some of Taiwan’s most important sites too. The Presidential Office Building and Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall are both walkable, and honestly, I found myself just wandering around the neighborhood because there’s always something interesting happening.

The Room Experience

My room was smaller than what you’d get in an American hotel, but that’s pretty standard for Taipei — and they’ve made smart use of every inch. The bed was actually comfortable (I was worried about that), and the bathroom was compact but functional. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stayed despite being so close to the train station. The air conditioning worked well, which you definitely need during Taipei’s humid summers, and the WiFi was solid throughout my stay.

Practical Perks

Look, this isn’t a place with a fancy spa or multiple dining options, but it covers the essentials really well. There’s no on-site restaurant, but honestly, you’re in one of the best food neighborhoods in the city — why would you want to eat hotel food anyway? The night markets and local eateries around here are incredible. They do have a simple breakfast available, and while it’s nothing fancy, it’ll get you started for the day. The front desk staff spoke decent English and were genuinely helpful with directions and recommendations.

Why Guests Love It

After staying here, I totally get why couples rate this place so highly for the location — it really does hit that sweet spot of being central without the chaos. You’re close enough to walk to major attractions, but the immediate area around Guanqian Road has this nice, lived-in neighborhood feel. For the price point, you’re getting way more value than you’d expect, especially considering how expensive Taipei accommodation can get. It’s the kind of place where you’ll spend most of your time out exploring the city anyway, but you’ll actually look forward to coming back at the end of the day.

Smile Inn – Taipei Main Station Accommodations

Reviews of Smile Inn – Taipei Main Station

• Great facilities that made one feel comfortable and relaxed. – Jozua from Taiwan (8/10)

  Property was super modern and clean

• Wonderfull – Alexander from Israel (9/10)

  Excellent Service

• Good – Terence from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Good location, nice staff, rooms adequate

• Very Good – Julie from New Zealand (8/10)

  good location, close to station food and shopping malls

• Good – Olivier from Costa Rica (7/10)

  Location near the main station is convenient.

• Small but comfortable stay. Good water pressure and convenient location. – Tyson from United States of America (9/10)

  The location was great! There are 3 MRT exits from Taipei Main Station that are one block from the hotel. The staff was very polite and professional. They were able to recommend a cheap but delicious Taiwanese breakfast spot one block from the hotel. Very easy to find! The shower pressure was good as was the water temperature. It has 3 different nozzles to choose from including handheld, rain, and faucet shower heads. The toilet flushed well. The room has plenty of electrical outlets too. There was also a window in the bathroom which gives the room some natural light.

• Will stay here again- staff was amazing, location was great – Robert from Hong Kong (8/10)

  Location was great!

• Location – Ho from Malaysia (7/10)

  Walking distance to taipei main station and downstairs with mcd restaurant.

• Acceptable for convenient location. – May from Canada (8/10)

  Convenient location with many eateries around.

• Great! Very good location. – Abigail from Thailand (8/10)

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