Hotel Papa Whale

4 stars
8.1
Very good
based on 7555 reviews
7,555 reviews
46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City 10842, Taiwan
46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City
+886 223 311 177
Mon 8/3
-
Tue 8/4
2 guests, 1 room
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₱2,286
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Double room, bed type unknown
₱2,286
Standard room, bed type unknown
₱3,064
Queen room, bed type unknown
₱3,133
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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.

8.1
Very good
7555 reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Papa Whale

Mon 8/3
-
Tue 8/4
Double room, bed type unknown
₱2,286
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱2,478
nightly with VAT
Double room, 1 twin bed
₱2,653
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱2,678
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱2,742
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱3,112
nightly with VAT
Queen room, bed type unknown
₱3,133
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱3,190
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱3,223
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱3,672
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱3,954
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱4,166
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱4,493
nightly with VAT
Double room, bed type unknown
₱5,523
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

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

  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Hotel Papa Whale

8.1
Very good
7555 verified ratings
Wonderful
3085
Very good
1681
Good
1176
Okay
668
Fair
454
Mediocre
236
Poor
255

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's excellent location, making it easy to access public transport, shopping, and dining. Many found the rooms clean and comfortable, though some noted issues with room size and darkness. While some staff members were friendly and helpful, several guests experienced unfriendly or unaccommodating service. Breakfast received mixed reviews, with some finding it disappointing. Overall, the hotel is valued for its convenience and cleanliness, but service and breakfast could be improved.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness6 out of 10
Room Size6 out of 10
Breakfast2 out of 10
Service1.5 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

  • Ximending312 m
  • Red House Theater0.5 km
  • Office of the President0.9 km
  • Taipei Bus Station1.2 km
  • National Theater and Concert Hall1.8 km
  • National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall2.1 km
  • The Taipei Jianguo Jade & Flower Market3.3 km
  • Taipei Fine Arts Museum3.4 km
  • Daan Forest Park3.5 km
  • National Taiwan University4.7 km
  • Shilin Night Market5 km
  • National Taiwan University of Science and Technology5.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

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

Essential information about Hotel Papa Whale

Low season

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
December
₱3,321
₱3,998
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 61% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 July 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 Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Papa Whale was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was ₱2,065, while the most expensive was ₱4,958.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Papa Whale? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 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, 0.5 km from the center 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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 4.9 km from Taipei City Sung Shan. Hotel Papa Whale is 27.7 km 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

8.0
0.5 km
Taipei City Sung Shan
4.9 km

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