The host and popo the cat are very nice, friendly and helpful

Stayed in March 2025

Helpful staff, clean and comfortable. Close to convenience stores and bus stops

Stayed in August 2024

8 beds in a room without a window. it was pretty musty

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was good!

Stayed in February 2024

The bed size is not the same as given in the pictures. That does not mean the bed was bad. The room size is very small, if you have large bags then you can not keep your luggage inside the room. This is most suitable for backpackers who are carrying a single bag.

I booked this Hostel because of its location. Most of the facilities like bike renting, Bus stops, and some tourist attractions were within walkable distance from this hostel. The second thing I like is cats if you want to play with a PuPu cat please book it without any hesitation. Some comments describe the rude behavior of the manager. Personally, it is not true in my case. I will rate some points following out of 5 Location- 5/5 Nearest food facilities - 5/5 (A decent 7-11 on just a walking distance) Bed size - 4/5 Hotel facilities - 5/5 (Fridge, microwave, Washing machine, Hairdryers) Room ventilation - 2/5 ( Just a small window and an air purifier is being used) Wifi - 5/5 Bike rental - 5/5 ( There are many shops that can give you a bike for rent around area of 2 km) Other - If you like cats please book it. How to reach here- You can take the Downtown Sighting bus from Taitung Train station (2- buses in one hour ) and stop near Xinsheng Post office and you can walk to the hostel.

Stayed in February 2024

Big shower Free laundry Not crowded Night market near by

Stayed in December 2023

It would be nice to offer advance payments for foreign tourists via booking. Getting asked to transfer money to a Taiwanese bank account is not convenient.

It’s good for night or two. Very well maintained and clean . The dormitory rooms are quite small. The communal space is quite comfortable. I was allowed to park my little foldable bike inside .I would recommend the place .

Stayed in October 2023

not sure

clean and there are smoke detectors!

Stayed in May 2023

A very clean hostel

Stayed in March 2023

Very clean, calm and has a nice atmosphere, although less social than other hostels.

Stayed in March 2023

Lovely stay! Very convenient localization close to a lot of good cafés and restaurant and only a 15min walk to both the bus station/ railway art village and the night market. The place is clean with a big kitchen with all possible supplies and a spacious common space. The room is small but offers privacy with the pods like beds and good ventilation. The manager is friendly and has an adorable cat that loves to play fetch and cuddle! Feels just like home :)

Stayed in March 2023

That's good

Stayed in December 2022

Very close to the station

Stayed in December 2022

Usually I’m not the biggest review writer, but for Utopia Hostel, I’ll gladly make an exception. I stayed at utopia because of a festival called pasiwali that the owner also visited in the evening. It quickly became a very inappropriate situation when the owner decided to text me on WhatsApp, asking me that he wanted to buy me a drink and that he rather wanted to ‘wait for me to come back’, that being the hostel. I didn’t respond at that moment because I was shocked that he would use my private number for something like that. A few hours later, however, at 2 am, his messages got more extreme, and he asked me if he ‘needs to spend money on me’. You can guess for yourself what he means by that.   Because of this, I want to warn every woman who is thinking of staying at this hostel. This experience cast a shadow over what should’ve been a care free festival weekend. Luckily, my friends offered me to stay at their hostel the next day, because I didn’t feel safe anymore. They waited for me outside while I quickly packed my bags. Overal an experience I wouldn’t want to wish on any other traveler!

Stayed in November 2024

It felt like I was being a guest in someone’s house but they weren’t that happy that I was there. There’s a cat that stays in the entrance area and it smells a bit. The owner lives in the hostel.

Stayed in November 2024

Great hostel and very nice guy running it. I missed the bus and he was driving me all the way to Dulan with his scooter.

Stayed in October 2023

No complaints that i can think of

This was a fantastic stay. Silent bedrooms, above average mattresses, spacious bathroom with good showers and a host that really helped me out with some storage and arranging a taxi. PS. The hostel is straight next to a walkway that used to be an old train track. It is a direct, calm route to the heart of the city. Because of that it's actually a great location. My favourite stay so far.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing.

Good, clean, well run hostel that provides fine value for money.

Stayed in October 2023

The place to change shoes when going out is far away

clean environment

Stayed in July 2023

Don't believe the review. It was the worst hostel in my trip in Taiwan. The boss working alone, hot tempered and never respect me. Never smile throughout my stay. No feeling of welcoming at all. Scolded me twice like wanna to hit me. I really feel my own safety during my staty here. The cat approaching me and staring me in the kitchen. I just making sound " shh". He accused me of using the knife to chase away the cat and scolded me like crazy. The cat jumping here and there at all common area. I checked out at 730am. He scolded terribly for making noise on climbing up n down the stairs. Because his bedroom is just beside the staircase. It was 7.30am. Not 4.30am If you expect soundless and peaceful sleep, then don't work here. Not all traveller can adjust their schedule according to your sleep. Don't pay money to let people humiliate you eve as a backpacker. He even cancelled my reservation on booking later to prevent from giving the review. Dishonest , hot tempered and never respect the guest.

Stayed in April 2023

Clean and cute cat

Stayed in May 2023

Don't believe the review. It was the worst hostel in my trip in Taiwan. The boss working alone, hot tempered and never respect me. Never smile throughout my stay. No feeling of welcoming at all. Scolded me twice like wanna to hit me. I really feel my own safety threatened during my stay here. The cat approaching me and staring me in the kitchen. I just making sound " shh". He accused me of using the knife to chase away the cat and scolded me like crazy. The cat jumping here and there at the common area. I checked out at 730am. He scolded terribly for making noise on climbing up n down the stairs. Because his bedroom is just beside the staircase. It was 7.30am. Not 4.30am If you expect soundless and peaceful sleep, then don't work here. Not all traveller can adjust their schedule according to your sleep. Don't pay money to let people humiliate you even as a backpacker. He even cancelled my reservation on booking later to prevent from giving the review. Dishonest , hot tempered and never respect the guest, and feel unsafe stay here.

Stayed in April 2023

incredibly kindness and great hospitality , thank you again

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing - everything was good.

The place was perfect in every way, very clean and comfortable with a nice kitchen and common area, located close to shops and cafes and within walking distance of the city. The host, James, was very welcoming and helpful, providing useful information and directions around the city. He genuinely seemed to enjoy the role, so it felt like I was staying at a friend's house. A home away from home! Will return here whenever I visit Taitung :)

Stayed in March 2023