Golden Swallow Hotel (Hsinchu)
A few minutes walk from the main train station, the Golden Swallow Hotel offers budget accommodation in the heart of Hsinchu. Prices range from $800 – $2200. As with most hotels in Taiwan, prices are cheaper during the weekdays. We payed $1800 for a room with two double beds, which would have been around $1500 during the week (Fridays are considered part of the weekend and Sundays not). Check in times during the week are 3 o’clock and 5 o’clock otherwise.
The room we got was tidy with a big flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, and a reasonable bathroom. There are bikes available for use by patrons, and they will store your bike if that’s the way you’re travelling. There are also a couple of computers if you want to get online and wireless if you have your own laptop, and free use of laundry facilities (powder included). Breakfast is included with a choice of toast and spreads or a Chinese-style buffet. There are plenty of things to see and do within walking distance, such as the Hsinchu Glass Museum, Hsinchu zoo, the residence of Hsin Chih-Ping, night markets, Sogo, Eslite, and so on. All things considered, the Golden Swallow Hotel is great value and recommended as a low-budget base for a Hsinchu stopover. If you decide to stay there, you should probably make sure to book well ahead, especially during peak periods.
Address: No.13, Minzu Rd., East Dist., Hsinchu City 300, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Tel: 03-5227151-3
More info here, with map here.
