Reviews of Sleeping Boot Hostel
No. 73, Jinfeng Street, Hualien City, 97055 Hualien City, Taiwan
#12 of 86 hotels in Hualien City
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 112 hostel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.2
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Comfort
9.1
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
9.0
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
9.4
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Free Wifi
8.0
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Reviewed: April 8, 2025
Chris
Indonesia86 Reviews20 helpful votes9.0“Best Hostel I found in Taiwan”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
nothing
the staff is very nice and informatif , room is spacious , clean and the sheet was very comfy
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 1, 2025
Emma
United States2 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location was good, in between the train station and the beach.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: February 16, 2025
Jus
United States28 Reviews1 helpful vote10“One of the best Hostels in Hualien.”- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some other rooms had a chemical smell, it's the air fresheners. They use it in bathrooms too.
I got lucky. I had the best bed and very few neighbors during my 4 night stay. Blanket is warm. Showers are hot with high volumetric flowrate. Ive visited over 50 hostels and this is one of the best. 11/10 !!!
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 6, 2025
Feat
Taiwan4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The staff was very friendly Nice atmosphere Comfortable and clean
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: January 19, 2025
Chun
Hong Kong4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 2 nights
Great hostel! Comfortable beds & friendly stuffs. Location is great also. A 24-hour self-service washing store is just right opposite of the hostel.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 24, 2024
Mark
Ireland30 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location and good value for money. I would highly recommend it, especially for solo travellers.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: December 24, 2024
Yi
Taiwan8 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Convenient location, comfortable stay, high CP”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Located in Hualien City, around 10 mins from Hualien Train Station, 15-20 mins to Dongdamen Night Market and the beach. Comfortable and tidy accommodation, clean shower room / bathroom. A cozy dining area on the ground floor, equiped with an oven, fridge, cups, tableware and provides free instant coffee for the visitors.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Neepjyoti
India22 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sam was the coolest host ever. He became a friend and family. Hope to see you soon
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 7, 2024
Barbara
United Kingdom32 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sleeping Boot Hostel in Hualien was a cozy and comfortable stay! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with friendly staff who gave great recommendations for exploring the area. The rooms and bathrooms were spotless, and the beds were comfortable with privacy curtains and individual lights. just a short walk from the train station and close to local shops and restaurants. It’s an excellent spot for budget travelers looking for a laid-back place to stay in Hualien.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: October 18, 2024
Connor
Australia23 Reviews9.0“very good value”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
staff were so lovely.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: August 23, 2024
Ma
Taiwan3 Reviews9.0“My experience as a solo traveler.. A challenging .”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There were guests, I think they were making food after midnight. I heard the noises of some kitchen tools.
I like the space, since I was solo, it was good for me
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 14, 2024
Clare
Ireland37 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff were friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable bed. Spacious dorm. Toilet and shower room clean. Comfy communal area. Free water, tea and coffee. 15min walk from the station.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: July 10, 2024
Lotta
Germany29 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“very welcoming, value for a small price great :) liked it a lot”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
(considerimgvthe prive, you really can‘t complain) - maybe fixibg the beds to the wall so that they don’t move so much?
very clean, very welcoming staff
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: May 4, 2024
Łukasz
Poland92 Reviews30 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was good.
Spacious room. Curtains for the lower beds. Cozy atmosphere. Few types of tea available for the guests for free of charge. IKEA sharks as parts of decoration (joking but it was cute). Comfy armchairs in the common area. In general it was the best hostel during our 2 weeks trip around the island. Very good value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Sr
India52 Reviews13 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Steep climb 2 floors to single rooms but ok.
Very easy walk from Hualien station. Not so close to the night market but ok. Generally everything works. Staff are excellent.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Ramana
India3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Value for Money..Cozy and Very calm place to rest.. Highly recommended for Backpackers..
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: January 7, 2024
Antonia
Greece79 Reviews9 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The way the bunk beds are set up there is not really a way to have privacy and or obstruct light
The location was convenient and the personnel kind
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 2, 2024
Irving
Mexico75 Reviews14 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff is helpful and extremely nice. It is a great quality for how little you’re paying. The rooms are spacious.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 19, 2023
Konstantin
Japan4 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The beds are too small for me... (i'm 1.83m)
Nice and friendly staff, quite near to the city Center.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 13, 2023
Cherry
Hong Kong4 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
A warm house is filled with very friendly and kind staff, they care each of us as a person. For me, I didn't have a plan, gladly the staff spent time and gave me great recommendations. If I come back to visit Hualien, there's no doubt that I will come back to this house.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: November 28, 2023
Alexandra
Taiwan22 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
bunk bed was extremely loud with every small movement squeaking.
very friendly and helpful staff, cozy and comfortable common area, clean bathroom and shared areas
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: November 19, 2023
Kristyna
Czech Republic20 Reviews5 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
clean room, helpful staff, washing machine, good location
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: November 15, 2023
Rainer
Germany62 Reviews15 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Would be nice to put some chairs on the balconies or even access the rooftop. But generally nothing to complain about.
Cozy little hostel with very nice and welcoming staff. The location in between the train station and city center makes it easy to get around. The price was absolutely fine, actually very cheap for the offered quality. Good common area downstairs.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: November 10, 2023
Sarah
France30 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Clean, nice staff and good location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dorm
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice and helpful staff, good location not far away from the train station and it was clean.
Stayed in November 2023
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