I arrived at night, and when I saw the main entrance, I was stunned. No elevator was one thing, but I heard a child crying on the first floor (it turned out to be the owner's little girl throwing a tantrum), which made me want to bolt. Climbing to the second floor, the door and the stone statues gave me goosebumps; I felt like I was about to enter a ******* house.
But when I got to the third floor for check-in, the owner literally climbed through the window onto the front desk, which made me burst out laughing and instantly dispelled all my fear.
The room had a vintage style, but the lighting wasn't great, the bed felt a bit damp, and the soundproofing was mediocre. There was also an indescribable smell in the room, kind of like... old foot odor? No disposable slippers were provided.
However, the shower was really comfortable; the water temperature was stable, and the water pressure was strong. It's also quite close to Taitung Walking Street, within walking distance, and the price was reasonable. The owner was very nice and thoughtful, even offering to help with luggage.
It's fine if you're staying with your boyfriend; the price is good, and the location is convenient. But for a solo female traveler, it honestly feels a bit unsettling, so I wouldn't really recommend it.
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