Formosa Backpackers Hostel & Apartment（青年民宿）

Hotels
7.7 (21 reviews)
206 Jianguo Road , Hualien City , tw

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Close to city center
Standard service
Cons:
Cleanliness issues with animal hair
Bathroom lacks ventilation

Categories

Cleanliness
5.95
There were animal hairs on the bed, cleanliness needs improvement.
Service
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
8.45
Very close to the city center.
Room Quality
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.45
Overall experience reasonable despite cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 17:34

Property Description

Mountain Views and Sustainable Living
Formosa Backpackers Hostel & Apartment offers a unique experience with its stunning garden and mountain views. Embrace sustainable living while enjoying the beauty of Hualien City.

Comfortable Accommodation and Modern Amenities
Relax in air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and walk-in shower. Stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy the convenience of a terrace in select rooms.

Explore and Experience Hualien
Take advantage of sightseeing tours and bicycle rentals to discover the charm of Hualien. With key attractions nearby, including Hualien Tianhui Temple and Meilun Mountain Park, your stay promises unforgettable adventures.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Formosa Backpackers Hostel & Apartment（青年民宿）!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    People no matter the age stay for TWD 550 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 21 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.95
Service: 7.95
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 7.45
泰佑 • solo_traveller • tw
9
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
周 • solo_traveller • tw
10
2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
華力進 • solo_traveller • tw
4
Pros:

離市中心很近

Cons:

衛生：整床的動物毛髮，清潔需要再加強
廁所無抽風機，臭氣會從排水孔冒出

2025-08-24 • via Nuitee
林 • couple • tw
6
2025-07-03 • via Nuitee
J
Jan • young couple • de
4
Room was not clean(ed)
Pros:

Hosts very friendly and the location.

Cons:

In theory the room was nice too, but were pretty sure it wasn't cleaned thoroughly for some time. And it wasn't cleaned after the last guests left. There were still toothbrushes lying in the bathroom and the trash wasn't emptied. The duvet had no cover and we weren't sure if the sheets had been changed.

The bathroom was smelling and not cleaned. Hair everywhere.

We slept in our sleeping bags

2025-03-02 • via Nuitee
P
Palmir • solo traveller • gb
7
Good
2025-01-14 • via Nuitee
M
Marym • young couple • ie
9
Superb
Pros:

We were upgraded to the gorgeous big room at the front on the first floor. We never expected such a nice room and so much space in a backpackers. It was lovely to have a couch, big tv, kettle, fridge and a patio seating area. The decor was nice. Formosa is excellent value for the price.

Cons:

The bed was very creaky. We were woken around 7am every morning by shutters opening. The floors weren't very clean. But overall we loved it here.

2024-10-15 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo traveller • be
10
Exceptional
2024-05-14 • via Nuitee
F
François • solo traveller • be
6
Friendly and conveniently located, but cluttered and too much smoking.
Pros:

Good:
- The landlord was friendly and tried to help as much as possible, but communication was arduous.
- Premises (bedroom, shared bathroom) were clean.
- Located at about 1 km from train station.
Note: The beautiful B&W photos on the ground floor walls were taken long ago by the owner’s father, who lives on site and must be well over 70 years old.

Cons:

- Landlord hardly spoke any English. Google Translate helped a lot.
- The room was cramped but with a large window overlooking the terrace on the upper floor. However, smoking allowed on terrace was unpleasant.
- The ground floor was a bit of a mess and cluttered with all sorts of stuff.
- Tea, coffee available on site but more expensive than 7 Eleven 20 m. away.

2023-12-11 • via Nuitee
A
Andreas • young couple • de
10
Exceptional
Pros:

super nice host, we were upgraded to a big apartment with couch, flatscreen and terrace!
Soft bed, good shower. Would come back.

2023-11-23 • via Nuitee
佳霖 • young couple • tw
6
Pleasant
Pros:

Service Attitude Good Things

2023-10-08 • via Nuitee
E
Eimear • young couple • ie
10
Exceptional
2023-09-08 • via Nuitee
T
Thi • group • vn
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Great hospitability, location, nice host.

2023-09-06 • via Nuitee
G
Gantsetseg • family with young children • de
9
Superb
2023-08-19 • via Nuitee
M
Myriam • solo traveller • fr
10
Very relaxing atmosphere, nice place to chill out thanks to the terrace
Pros:

I rented the room for one person. Great room which opens on a big roof terrace with a table, with only another room (a double room) on the same floor (the owners live on another floor). I loved it. It was very quiet, and the owner (a very nice man, cheerful and full of good will) lends free bikes to his guests, which is very practical to visit the town. Best room I've rented in Taiwan.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great. I didn't see any fridge on my floor, but I suppose you can use the owner's fridge if you ask.

2023-05-03 • via Nuitee
S
Saumyadip • young couple • in
10
cozy beautiful and worth of money
Pros:

so clean and well organized. best to travel with group of friends. you can also do barbecue and also KTV facility.

Cons:

nothing I am aware of

2022-09-03 • via Nuitee
C
Ckj • with friends • tw
7
Good
2022-08-14 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
不錯的住宿品質
Pros:

寵物友善，ㄧ樓是獨立衛浴不用跟他人共用；整體使用空間大，老闆熱情招待，基本設備都有，特別稱讚一下民宿準備的洗髮精，洗完滿舒服的XD

2021-02-18 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • family
10
Pros:

主人很熱情的招待，下次還會再來哦

2020-02-02 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • friends
8
Pros:

Our room was very comfortable and spacious but the hostel was nothing like it was described on several different booking sites

2019-10-06 • via Nuitee