Hotel Papa Whale

3 stars
46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City 10842, Taiwan
Taipei City, Taiwan
+886 223 311 177
8.0
Very good
based on 7497 reviews
7,497 reviews
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Sun 5/4
1 room, 2 guests
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Double room
£31
Standard Room
£37
Superior room
£44
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Overview

Situated in Taipei City, just a short walk from Ximen Metro Station, Hotel Papa Whale offers 4-star accommodation and complimentary Wi-Fi. It is moments from Ximending.

Facilities at the hotel include luggage storage, a tour desk and an all-hours reception with express check-in/check-out. Additionally, the multilingual staff are available to offer assistance.

Hotel Papa Whale features 365 rooms, all of which are filled with a range of amenities to ensure an enjoyable stay. Bottled water, slippers and an in-room safe are also available to guests.

Breakfast, lunch and supper are served daily at TAKAO1972, as are Asian and regional specialties.

After settling in to their room, guests can explore the local area with use of Beimen Station, which is a short stroll from the hotel. The Presidential Office Building and the Red House Theater are within walking a distance.

8.0
Very good rating
Based on 7,497 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Papa Whale

Sat 4/4
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Sun 5/4
Deluxe room
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£207
nightly with fees
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£393
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Queen room
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£205
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Standard Room
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£37
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£152
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£379
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Double room
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£31
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£34
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£36
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Superior room
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£44
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2 twin beds
£58
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2 twin beds
£64
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Amenities at Hotel Papa Whale

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Hotel Papa Whale

8.0
Very good
7497 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
1670
Good
1174
Okay
662
Fair
451
Mediocre
234
Poor
253

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, which is close to various attractions and dining options. The breakfast received positive feedback for its variety, while the cleanliness and service were frequently criticized. Many guests found the rooms to be small and not as advertised, leading to concerns about value for money. Overall, while there are notable positives, several issues detracted from the experience.
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Location9 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Room Size2 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Alex, Oct 2025
It is good value for money, particularly during Pride weekend in Taipei. Personally, I’d probably give it a miss next time as I felt a little claustrophobic at times. Great breakfast.

Location

46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City 10842

What's nearby

  • Ximending341 yd
  • Red House Theater0.3 mi
  • Office of the President0.6 mi
  • Taipei Bus Station0.8 mi
  • National Theater and Concert Hall1.1 mi
  • National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall1.3 mi
  • The Taipei Jianguo Jade & Flower Market2.1 mi
  • Taipei Fine Arts Museum2.1 mi
  • Daan Forest Park2.2 mi
  • National Taiwan University2.9 mi
  • Shilin Night Market3.1 mi
  • National Taiwan University of Science and Technology3.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 575-1

Essential information about Hotel Papa Whale

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September
December
£105
£68
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 82% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hotel Papa Whale

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Papa Whale

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Papa Whale, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Papa Whale, plan to stay on a Sunday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Papa Whale was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £60, while the most expensive was £60.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Papa Whale? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Papa Whale

  • Where is Hotel Papa Whale located?

    Hotel Papa Whale is located at 46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist. in Wanhua District, 0.3 miles from the centre of Taipei City. Ximending is the closest landmark to Hotel Papa Whale.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Papa Whale?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Hotel Papa Whale.

  • Does Hotel Papa Whale offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Papa Whale offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Papa Whale from the airport?

    Hotel Papa Whale is 3 miles from Taipei City Sung Shan. Hotel Papa Whale is 17.2 miles from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Papa Whale hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Papa Whale in Taipei City and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Papa Whale and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Papa Whale.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.1
0.3 mi
Taipei City Sung Shan
3.0 mi

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