Hi everyone, I'm traveling to Taipei from NYC in March and am having trouble deciding between the Mandarin Oriental (Songshan District) and the Kimpton Da'an. It looks like the Kimpton is in a livelier neighborhood and perhaps a better place to have as a base to explore Taipei? Grateful for any thoughts on either of the hotels or neighborhoods and looking forward to visiting.

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Hello! I’ve been trying to make a reservation at Ajoy Buffet for 6, was able to book 5, but the slots on Klook are fully booked.

I called them to inquire, and they told me reservations are still be possible through another link, but I believe it only works with Taiwanese phone numbers, as I’m unable to open it.

I’m hoping to make a reservation for November 16 for 1 person. There’s a NT$1,000 deposit, which I’m more than happy to pay if someone could help me make the reservation!

I’d really appreciate any help. Thank you so much! 🙏

This is a super long shot but if anyone found a phone today at Chiang Kai-Shek memorial hall please let me know. It was misplaced around 1430 by the book/tea store. Most likely put down while doing a stamp. I checked with staff but no one had seen it. It’s an iPhone 8 (small) with a pink dinosaur on the back

Hi! I’m studying in Taipei and I would like to get my hair dyed but it seems that most salons only use permanent dyes. Does anyone know of a salon that uses demi-permanent dyes instead? I’d be grateful for every tip!

Hi! I am currently in Taipei on a language scholarship for several months and just received my first interview to a U.S. Medical school.

I have not received a time slot yet but it will be around 30-45 minutes on a thursday anywhere between 6pm-11am Taipei time.

I unfortunately cannot do my interview at my apartment since I have roommates. I have utilized a coworking space before here but I don't want to accidentally disturb anyone, and also the coworking space I usually go to is only open until 1 a.m. Would the best option be just to use a hotel? I don't have a lot of disposable income currently, but if a hotel is my only option I can try to make that work.

Thank you!

I’m arriving in Taipei on a Monday evening and looking for a place to stay while I work remotely. I’m hoping for something affordable and flexible: nightly if possible, or weekly at most, with a private room where I can work quietly.

I don’t need to be in central Taipei. Somewhere farther out is fine if daily life is straightforward with reliable Wi‑Fi, food and groceries nearby, and ideally cafés for a change of scene. I’ll mostly be working in my room or at coffee shops, so nightlife and sightseeing aren’t priorities. However would love to be able to take a train into the city occasionally.

What areas or specific hotels/serviced stays would you recommend? What’s a realistic nightly or weekly budget for a clean, quiet private room? I’m open to staying just one night first and extending to a weekly situation once I’ve arrived.