Legend Hotel Pier 2

Misleading advertising. Customer service and the hotel secretly changed the room description. The room type didn't match what was advertised; I booked a city view room but got a view of equipment platforms and railings, with severe low-frequency noise.

I learned about this hotel from a book previously, so I stayed here for sentimental reasons. The service was excellent; any feedback was addressed promptly and politely. However, the cleanliness was just average. There were hairs on the bed sheets, and they felt itchy when used. The sofa was dusty, and the duvet covers and sheets were severely pilled. The air conditioning was too noisy, and the soundproofing was also mediocre. The elevator doors opened and closed very slowly, although there were two elevators. The view from some rooms wasn't great. The breakfast was quite varied, and the view from the top floor was lovely. A pleasant surprise was the complimentary instant noodles and drinks.

The Hsiang-Chi Hotel (驳二旅馆) boasts an excellent location, just a convenient 5-minute walk from Yanchengpu MRT Station exits 1 and 4. Turning left from the hotel entrance brings you to the Pier-2 Art Center and attractions near Dagang Bridge. You can also catch the light rail to Hamasen or take a ferry to Cijin Island for some sightseeing. Nearby, you'll find conveniences like Cosmed, Watsons, 7-Eleven, and a variety of international restaurants. On level B1, there's a game room and a laundry room; washing machines are free to use, but the dryer costs about 50 NTD for 45 minutes. The 2nd-floor common area offers popcorn and complimentary tea and coffee starting at 3 PM, and you can even order takeout to enjoy there. Breakfast is delicious, with a different selection of dishes rotated daily.