Regent Taipei is one of the grand old names of Taiwanese hospitality, and it remains a favourite of travellers who prefer elegance and calm to spectacle. The hotel stands in the Zhongshan district, north of the main station and close to Zhongshan MRT station, in a neighbourhood known for boutique shops, galleries, cafés and a dense network of restaurants and bars. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, in a classic style with quality fabrics and generous bathrooms, and many guests praise the quiet. Dining is a particular strength, with a choice of restaurants that generally cover Chinese, Western and Japanese cooking, as well as a lounge for afternoon tea and cocktails. Facilities usually include a swimming pool, a spa and a fitness centre. The service is polished and discreet, built on a long hotel tradition, and the hotel is popular with business travellers, couples and anyone who values a gracious, unhurried stay in a neighbourhood that feels local rather than touristy.
Living in it
The hotel is calm, and the area around it is walkable. Zhongshan is full of independent shops, small galleries and cafés, and the nearby streets have plenty of restaurants, from dumpling houses to elegant izakaya. Linear Park, a tree-lined strip of greenery, provides a pleasant morning walk. The MRT puts Taipei Main Station, Ximending and Dadaocheng within a few minutes, and a taxi to the Palace Museum or Shilin is easy. Staff are experienced and attentive, and the dining rooms are good places to treat yourself after a day of sightseeing.
Trade-offs
The hotel is more traditional than trendy, so it will not suit anyone who wants a buzzy lobby scene or contemporary design. Rates are in the luxury bracket, though they can be better value than at the newest hotels in Xinyi, particularly outside busy periods. The view of Taipei 101 is not on the doorstep, so plan a short ride to see it.
Check the current room types, restaurant offerings and facility hours when you book, as these change. Book early for Lunar New Year, conferences and the autumn season, when demand is highest in Zhongshan.
It also works well for first-time visitors who want to start the day with a calm, generous breakfast and then head out by MRT. The concierge can book day trips and restaurants, and the staff are used to helping with itineraries, taxi cards written in Chinese and tips on opening hours, which makes it a reassuring base if this is your first journey to Taiwan. Quieter side streets nearby are pleasant for an evening stroll, and you will find convenience stores, cafés and pharmacies close at hand.
Why stay here
- ✓Several restaurants
- ✓Lounge for afternoon tea and cocktails
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Meeting and event spaces
- ✓Free WiFi
Good questions
Where is Regent Taipei?+
In the Zhongshan district, close to Zhongshan MRT station and a short ride from Taipei Main Station.
Is it a good choice for dining?+
Yes, the hotel has a strong reputation for its restaurants, and Zhongshan has many good places to eat nearby.
Is it close to the MRT?+
Yes, Zhongshan MRT station is within walking distance.
