Amazing hostel. I wanted to stay 4 days but extended to 6, because I felt so comfortable there. Staying in the balcony room (6 bed dorm) is highly recommend because of the amazing views. Compared to other hostels in Dulan, the Tranquilo hostel attracts more locals and digital nomads and seems a bit more quiet. I met really interesting people there and would totally stay again! I loved the combination of being close to shops and restaurants, and having my personal space, too. The manager Austin and the staff members are always so polite and kind. Austin’s coffee is great, too. Sometimes there is a sweet lady selling cookies and cakes (highly recommended)! They taught me so much about Dulan and Taiwanese culture and made my stay memorable. If you want to go surfing, you can easily rent surf boards at a nearby shop, which is also great for socializing if you want to grab drinks and meet international travelers. Overall, great stay in Dulan and especially the Tranquilo hostel.

Stayed in March 2025

The dorm room with the balcony is worth it. Roof access too. Views of mountain and ocean. Perfect. Women’s room has no windows All the mattresses are different so feel them out to get one to your taste!

Stayed in March 2025

Well located and the staff is incredible. There was no window in our private room, but other than that, it has everything you need. You can have a beer or a coffee with a discount as a tenant and there is a place to store your bicycle.

Stayed in March 2025

This is a must go in Dulan! Most beautiful hostel in my 4 months of travels, every corner is designed with so much eye for detail, it inspires you to be creative. They even put my little artwork on their wall. I only stayed for 4 nights, but wished I could stay way longer. Bonny & Austin are honestly the kindest people ever, also the manager is lovely! Bonny made me feel so at home and Austin makes the best coffees, you have to try the cappuccino with oatmilk! I love this place, it’s magical!

Stayed in February 2025

My bed was close to the window. A little bit noisy with the road, but after few minutes I slept well.

The 2 managers of the place were very welcoming. The building had a lot of people from different country it was very nice. Well situated you have a lot of restaurant. If you want to go to taitung, you can easily take the bus.

Stayed in November 2024

This is personal, I think it’s because I have old bones (half joking cause I’m only 28) that I feel like the bed is slightly too soft 🤣 It’s defo a me problem!

It’s situated perfectly. You have food around you, and you can enjoy a breathtaking sunrise within a 10 min walk walk. There’s a convenience right opposite of you (which we needed obvs)

Stayed in August 2024

On the main highway near to bus stop

Stayed in August 2024

The hostel is very nicely decorated and very well situated: 7/11 right accross the street and beach 15-minute walk away. The tranquilo staff was welcoming, helping, and very friendly, so you easily feel at home. Thank you Roi for your advices on food to eat, places to go to and things to do! I hope to come back soon

Stayed in July 2024

Relaxed and easy-going place to stay at the main road in Dulan. The hostel and the village as well really has a backpacker vibe and in the end I extended my stay to relax a bit more. The upper floor terrace is a treasure with sea-view.

Stayed in May 2024

The intro mail was a bit long

Chill vibes and nice people, good location

Stayed in April 2024

The guys who run this place were so nice and friendly. We like the atmosfere and their music very much.

Stayed in February 2024

I understand that the hostel is on the older end so there isn't much that can be done about that. When I was there it wasn't the busy season so that was a plus, but imagine it being a busy season, one bathroom on the floor that I was located at wouldn't be enough.

I liked the location and the friendliness and knowledge of the staff.

Stayed in January 2024

Friendly Staff

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

This is a hostel where you feel at home at the moment that you enter. The staff is very friendly, the first night they took me out to live music in the Sugar Factory. Also in the cafe / common area they have loads of nice books to read. If the weather would have been better when I was there, I’d stayed longer! Practical: you can do your laundry at the rooftop, also nice place to catch some morning sun. I stayed in the four bed female dorm, which is basic and small, but gives what you need to have.

Stayed in January 2024

nothing to say

I was there during winter time, and the place was quite but I found out a real and smooth hostel vibe People were chilled, the place responded to the expectation in all point close to the bus stops In front of convenience store Beach is 15 min walk

Stayed in January 2024

The staff was super nice and helpful and just nice people. And the vibe was relaxing. Real tranquilo

Stayed in December 2023

I appreciated the friendly welcome from Roi and Andi. It was easy to store my bike safely inside. The bed was comfortable,and I valued being able to wash and hang clothes up to dry at no extra cost.

Stayed in December 2023

No complaints.

The hostel was very comfortable, clean and quiet. The hosts were so nice and gave us a lot of tips on where to go and what to eat around.

Stayed in November 2023

The mattress was quite worn out and every spring felt, still possible to sleep on, but could be replaced located on the main Street it is mandatory to have earplugs

The managers are super friendly and easy to talk with The hostel atmosphere is very relaxed I liked the downstairs area in side the café with chilled music

Stayed in November 2023

No window in the room.

The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Localization in the center. Stuff very nice and helpful. Air condition in perfect condition,fan with no dust and quiet. Very good for my husband with dust/mold allergy.

Stayed in November 2023

The hospitality!!

Stayed in November 2023

A lot of competition for space on hangers to dry clothes/towels in balcony. Also room did not have good sound insulation.

Cool hostel with really nice and helpful staff. The room was comfortable, especially the bed.

Stayed in September 2023

Pillows are a little thick/large.

One of the best places for backpackers in Dulan. Right across from the 7/11. The back room on the 3rd floor is an especially good value, with a balcony overlooking the ocean. The owners were extremely friendly. They gave me some Chinese medicine when I was feeling sick and also found my watch that I left behind and mailed it to me. Would def recommend.

Stayed in October 2023

It’s a renovated old house, the toilet tube was a bit stuck but not affecting the function. And the room isn’t soundproof enough when staying inside the room.

There is a wonderful balcony with a hammock at 3rd floor facing the Pacific Ocean, I do love this place! The hosts are cute and helpful.

Stayed in August 2023