Pandora's Hope Castle

In Hualien, about 2 km from downtown, this guesthouse-style bed and breakfast sits minutes from Tianhuitang and the Hualien Creative and Cultural Park. Japanese General House, Hualien Chenghuan Temple, O'rip Hualien and the historic Gangtiangong are all nearby.

Rooms are air-conditioned and simple, with LED TVs, desks and private bathrooms with showers. Some rooms include kitchenettes; all get complimentary bottled water and daily housekeeping. The property also offers a shared kitchen, a small library, concierge service and private check‑in/out.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi covers the property and free self‑parking is available on site. Book tours at the tour desk, use the transfer/shuttle service, or rent a car through the hotel. Quiet communal touches include a library and a shared kitchen for DIY meals.

Complimentary wireless internet and in-room desks make it easy to catch up on work. Note the front desk is staffed during limited hours.

An on-site restaurant serves guests and the shared kitchen lets you cook whenever you like. Countless nearby cafés and eateries — from Taiwanese spots to creperies — are a short walk away.