9 Best Hotels Near Taipei Main Station: Where to Stay for Easy Airport & Train Connections

Anyone who’s arrived at Taipei Main Station with a suitcase knows the feeling: trains, underground passages, several different stations and exits that seem to multiply every time you turn a corner.

That makes your hotel choice surprisingly important. Pick the right one and you can drop your bags almost immediately. Pick somewhere on the opposite side of the station and you could be walking farther than you expected.

These are my nine picks for hotels near Taipei Main Station, from a classic hotel connected to MRT Exit M6 to a stylish high-floor stay, a family-friendly hotel and a very comfortable hostel.

I know Taipei well, and this shortlist focuses on transport convenience and the practical differences between the hotels. It’s a researched guide, rather than nine personal hotel reviews.

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The best Taipei Main Station hotels at a glance

Closest station connection: Caesar Park Hotel Taipei. Closest to Exit M3: Cosmos Hotel. Luxury: Palais de Chine. Families and fun: Roaders Plus. Modern design: citizenM. Budget-friendly hotel: CityInn Branch I. Hostel: Star Hostel.

Hotel	Best for	Station access
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei	Heavy luggage and frequent train journeys	M6: Direct station connection
Cosmos Hotel Taipei	Early departures, short walks and family trips	M3: Beside the station exit
Palais de Chine Hotel	Luxury, dining and travellers arriving on the Airport MRT	Y5: Short walk through the station area
Roaders Plus Hotel	Families, friends and high-floor city views	Z8 area: Short walk to Taipei Main Station and Airport MRT
citizenM Taipei North Gate	Couples and solo travellers who value design	Beimen MRT: Around 8 minutes to Taipei Main Station
CityInn Hotel Taipei Station Branch I	Budget-conscious couples and travellers staying several nights	Front-station area: About 5 minutes to Taipei Main Station
Hotel Relax III	Short city breaks and a compact private room	Huaining Street: About 5 minutes to Taipei Main Station
Green World Taipei Station	Families, triple rooms and travellers who prefer a bathtub	Z8: About 5–8 minutes to the station area
Star Hostel Taipei Main Station	Solo travellers and couples who like a sociable common space	Airport MRT side: Around 5 minutes from Airport MRT A1, around 7–10 minutes from main station

Before booking: Taipei Main Station and Airport MRT A1 aren’t quite the same place

Taipei Main Station brings together Taiwan Railways, High Speed Rail, the Taipei MRT and other transport links. The Taoyuan Airport MRT A1 terminal sits to the west of the main station building, with underground walkways connecting them. You can follow the signs, but the walk takes time — especially with bags.

For a city-break itinerary, I would prioritise a hotel near the MRT’s red and blue lines. For an airport stopover, look more closely at hotels on the Airport MRT/Q Square side, such as Palais de Chine, Roaders Plus or Star Hostel.

And one tip I wish more hotel roundups mentioned: check the closest station exit, not just the distance to ‘Taipei Main Station’. It makes a real difference when you’re arriving tired.

9 hotels near Taipei Main Station worth considering

1. Caesar Park Hotel Taipei: Shortest walk from the MRT

Best for: Heavy luggage and frequent train journeys. Nearest useful exit: M6.

This is the hotel I’d put at the top for anyone who wants to get from a train to their room with minimal fuss. Caesar Park sits opposite Taipei Main Station and has a direct connection from MRT Exit M6. It’s a full-service hotel, with larger room categories, a gym and several dining choices.

Good to know: The hotel has a mix of room styles, so I’d compare the exact room photos and sizes before choosing. The biggest selling point here is convenience.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

2. Cosmos Hotel Taipei: Closest to a main station exit

Best for: Early departures, short walks and family trips. Nearest useful exit: M3.

Cosmos is another hotel where the location does a lot of the work for you. It sits beside Exit M3 on the station’s east side. It’s an established hotel with 226 rooms, restaurants and useful facilities, rather than a small design-led boutique stay.

Good to know: If you’re coming from the Airport MRT, remember that its terminal is farther west than Exit M3. Cosmos is especially convenient for the regular MRT and main train station.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

3. Palais de Chine Hotel: Luxury near the airport train

Best for: Luxury, dining and travellers arriving on the Airport MRT. Nearest useful exit: Y5.

Palais de Chine is my luxury pick around Taipei Main Station. It’s beside Q Square, with dramatic European-inspired interiors and acclaimed dining. If you’re arriving on the Taoyuan Airport MRT with luggage, its current airport-train shuttle service is particularly useful.

Good to know: The shuttle requires advance arrangements: the hotel currently lists service between A1 and the hotel from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with reservations. For independent arrival, the hotel’s directions point to Exit Y5.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

4. Roaders Plus Hotel: Playful, family-friendly stay

Best for: Families, friends and high-floor city views. Nearest useful exit: Z8 area.

Roaders Plus is one of the more memorable hotel concepts near the station. Think a playful shared space, big-screen entertainment and plenty of reasons to spend a little extra time downstairs. The hotel has two distinct sections: Taipei Station rooms on floors 24–35 and Theme rooms on floors 5–12.

Good to know: Check which section you’re booking. If a high-floor outlook is important, choose a room in the Taipei Station section and verify the stated view. Location and room category matter more here than the hotel’s name alone.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

5. citizenM Taipei North Gate: Modern design and smart rooms

Best for: Couples and solo travellers who value design. Nearest useful exit: Beimen MRT.

citizenM is my pick for someone who likes a modern, uncomplicated room and good city views. The compact rooms include a large bed and controls for the lighting, temperature and blinds. The hotel also has a shared living-room space and a 24-hour canteen.

Good to know: Its official website says five minutes to Beimen MRT and eight minutes to Taipei Main Station. It’s a pleasant choice if you’re also planning to walk towards Ximending, but it’s farther from the main platforms than Caesar Park or Cosmos.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

6. CityInn Hotel Taipei Station Branch I: Excellent practical value

Best for: Budget-conscious couples and travellers staying several nights. Nearest useful exit: Front-station area.

CityInn is the practical pick I’d highlight for travellers who want to save on the room while keeping transport simple. Rooms are relatively compact, but the hotel has a shared kitchenette and an especially useful self-service laundry room.

Good to know: The hotel’s official information says it doesn’t serve breakfast, so I’d plan to eat in one of the many cafés and breakfast shops nearby. It’s especially appealing for a longer trip when laundry becomes a genuine convenience.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

7. Hotel Relax III: Small modern hotel near the station

Best for: Short city breaks and a compact private room. Nearest useful exit: Huaining Street.

Hotel Relax III offers compact, contemporary rooms on Huaining Street, with a short walk to both Taipei Main Station and the busy streets around Ximending. This makes it a sensible option for travellers who plan to spend most of the day exploring Taipei.

Good to know: Room layouts and window views vary. Check the specific room type rather than assuming every option has the same outlook. The property’s listed amenities include luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

8. Green World Taipei Station: Good for families who want a bathtub

Best for: Families, triple rooms and travellers who prefer a bathtub. Nearest useful exit: Z8.

Green World Station is a straightforward hotel south-west of Taipei Main Station, near the shopping and dining streets that lead towards Ximending. The official room information includes an Economy Double Room with a bathtub, which can be surprisingly useful for travellers who actively search for that feature.

Good to know: Bathroom layouts and window options depend on the room category. If the bathtub is part of your decision, double-check it appears in the exact room being booked. The hotel’s directions recommend the Z8 side of Taipei Main Station.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

9. Star Hostel Taipei Main Station: Best hostel with private-room options

Best for: Solo travellers and couples who like a sociable common space. Nearest useful exit: Airport MRT side.

Star Hostel combines dormitory beds and private rooms with a particularly welcoming green lounge. Fresh breakfast and coffee are part of the appeal, as well as a shared kitchen and plenty of space to unwind between outings.

Good to know: Booking a private room is a very different experience from booking a dorm bed, so compare the exact amenities, bathroom setup and cancellation terms. Its location on Huayin Street is handy for the Airport MRT and the Q Square side of the station.

Hotel details: official hotel or current property information.

Which side of Taipei Main Station should you stay on?

For the Airport MRT: West or north-west of the station

Palais de Chine, Roaders Plus and Star Hostel make a lot of sense if you’re flying in or out through Taoyuan Airport and want to reduce your luggage journey. The Airport MRT station is separate from the main train concourse, so pay attention to the route from A1.

For trains and quick MRT access: Right beside the main station

Caesar Park and Cosmos are especially convenient when you’re taking the High Speed Rail, ordinary trains or Taipei MRT. Caesar Park’s M6 connection is hard to beat; Cosmos is beside Exit M3.

For a mix of sightseeing, design and restaurants

citizenM near North Gate is particularly appealing if you enjoy a modern hotel, while Roaders Plus brings a playful shared-space concept. Staying near the front-station area also gives you plenty of restaurant and café options.

Is Taipei Main Station a good area to stay in?

Yes, especially if you’re planning day trips or travelling around Taiwan by train. The location makes reaching the rest of Taipei easy, and you have several transport systems on your doorstep.

For a slower holiday built around neighbourhood cafés and boutiques, I personally enjoy staying around Da’an or Zhongshan more. My Where to Stay in Taipei guide compares the different neighbourhoods to help you choose.

FAQs: Booking a hotel near Taipei Main Station

Which hotel is connected directly to Taipei Main Station?

Caesar Park Hotel Taipei has a direct connection from MRT Exit M6. Cosmos Hotel Taipei is immediately beside Exit M3. These two are strong choices when minimising walking is a priority.

Which Taipei Main Station hotel is best for the Airport MRT?

I would compare Palais de Chine, Roaders Plus and Star Hostel. Palais de Chine currently offers a reservable A1 shuttle during specified hours, while the other two are convenient for the western side of the station.

Which is the best budget hotel near Taipei Main Station?

CityInn Hotel Taipei Station Branch I is my value-oriented hotel pick because it has compact private rooms, a shared kitchenette and self-service laundry. Hotel Relax III is another useful option for a short stay.

Are there hostels near Taipei Main Station with private rooms?

Yes. Star Hostel Taipei Main Station offers dorm beds and private rooms, along with shared social spaces, breakfast and a convenient location for the Airport MRT.

Can you walk to Ximending from hotels near Taipei Main Station?

Yes, particularly from properties on the west and south-west sides of the station, such as citizenM and Hotel Relax III. Walking time varies by hotel and your route, so check the map for your exact accommodation.

Still comparing your options? Have a look at my boutique-hotel shortlist for more memorable Taipei stays, or use the Taipei neighbourhood guide to find the best base for your itinerary.

Hotel facilities, access routes, shuttle schedules and room configurations can change. Verify the details for your booking dates.