MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

Honestly, this was a really bad hotel experience. Walking on the tiled floor in the bathroom/entryway with slippers felt sticky! I tried it multiple times, and it was just frustrating. The hallway had a musty, indescribable smell. The room design was also terrible; the bedroom and bathroom were separated by just a curtain, which is absurd. It's like those super cheap 200-300 yen hotels in Japan, or a domestic hotel like a Hanting, but this one cost over 1000 yuan – a total rip-off. The whole hotel lacked any sense of relaxation and gave a very poor overall impression.

An excellent Japanese-style hotel with incredible value for money. Location: It's right above the Bannan MRT line. You step out of the subway, and you're practically in the hotel. It's super convenient for getting anywhere. Room: I booked one of the larger room types, and the double vanity area was very spacious. The tea set in the room also had a nice, thoughtful design. Breakfast: They offer Japanese, *********, and Western options, all very rich and varied. The braised pork hock, in particular, was even better than what I've had at restaurants outside. Facilities: There's a Japanese-style public bath on the top floor and a self-service laundry room on the second floor, which is extremely helpful for travelers.

The overall hygiene was excellent, and the breakfast was also very good. The staff could communicate in Chinese, English, and Japanese and were very friendly. Compared to other hotels, this one seemed to have more Japanese guests. We didn't have a local phone, but the staff were very enthusiastic and helped us book a restaurant. If you don't like staying in a bustling downtown area, I highly recommend this place. (There was construction next door, but when we visited it was a long holiday, so it was very quiet. It's possible there might be some noise on weekdays.) The hotel is about a ten-minute drive from Matsuyama Airport. Taking a taxi to the airport around 5:30 AM cost about 220 NTD. The location might not be super bustling, but there's a FamilyMart and 7-Eleven about a four-minute walk away. On the slightly larger street next door, there's a 50 Lan bubble tea shop, and further in, you can find local fruit shops, supermarkets, and restaurants. Right outside the hotel, there are bus stops and a metro station, making transportation very convenient. You can buy an EasyCard or an iPASS at the airport, which is very convenient for taking the metro or renting bicycles. Highly recommended~

The hotel room was cozy, with a smart toilet and a Japanese-style bathroom. The bed was the biggest I've ever slept in across all the hotels I've stayed at. If the soundproofing could be improved, especially for the room doors, that would be even better, as not everyone in a hotel has the same level of etiquette. I would definitely choose Mitsui Garden again next time. The hotel's location is only two stops from Taipei Main Station. It's just a 20-second walk from the MRT exit to the hotel. The breakfast spread was very generous, offering both Japanese and ********* options. The hotel staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. Most of the guests here are from Japan and Hong Kong.

This Japanese-style hotel offers excellent service and delicious food. I particularly enjoyed the rooftop hot spring, which was a perfect way to unwind in the evenings. The hotel is conveniently located right outside the subway station. There's also complimentary coffee and tea available on the second floor. My only minor complaint was that the room felt a bit humid, and the sheets seemed damp, but otherwise, everything was great.