Kimpton Da An was the first Kimpton hotel in Asia, and it remains one of the most loved places to stay in Taipei. It sits on a quiet lane off Ren’ai Road in Da’an, the city’s most liveable district of cafés, boutiques and tree-shaded avenues, a few steps from Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT station. The designers Neri and Hu turned an apartment building into a hotel of 129 rooms that still feels residential, with warm wood, soft lighting and art. Kimpton touches make it personal: an evening social hour with free drinks in the living room, custom bikes to borrow, a welcome for pets of any size, and a rooftop terrace with views of the skyline. The Tavernist serves modern bistro food, and the hotel holds a Michelin Key.
Living in it: Da’an is the neighbourhood locals would choose: walk to the Eastern District shops around Zhongxiao Dunhua, the beef noodle and dumpling spots of Yongkang Street are a short ride away, and Taipei 101 is a few MRT stops east.
Trade-offs: there is no pool, rooms are compact for the price, and breakfast is not included. Some rooms face the lane, which is quiet, but the hotel’s popularity means it books up early. The Tavernist is closed on Mondays.
Why stay here
- ✓Evening social hour
- ✓The Tavernist restaurant
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Bikes to borrow
- ✓Pets stay free
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Free WiFi
Good questions
Where is Kimpton Da An?+
On Lane 27, Section 4 of Ren’ai Road in Da’an, a few steps from Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT station.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
No, but it has a gym, a rooftop terrace and bikes to borrow.
Is it pet friendly?+
Yes, pets of any size stay free, up to two per room; tell the hotel in advance.
