Regent Taipeivsamba Taipei Ximending
Regent Taipei and amba Taipei Ximending are both endorsed by experts. Overall, Regent Taipei is the choice of most writers compared to amba Taipei Ximending. Regent Taipei has a TripExpert Score of 92 with endorsements from 7 sources including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Star Service.
Regent Taipei
No.3, Lane 39, Section 2, Chungshan North Road, Taipei 104, Taiwan
From $183/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"With more than 500 guest room, the towering Regent might feel a little like a city-within-a-city, but the service is as swanky as the rooftop swimming pool." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Set back from busy Zhongshan Rd, the Regent is tops in every way, from the gold-leaf accents and exclusive shopping to the mountain views from the rooftop pool." Full review
Rough Guide
"Taipei institution, serving as a frenetic hub for banquets, weddings and family get-togethers."
Condé Nast Traveler
90.0
""It’s the place to stay in Taipei." This 1990 hotel with a rooftop pool has "a great location" in the Zhongshan District, "with easy access to shopping"." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel is near Little Tokyo and business, entertainment and shopping districts." Full review
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However, the Regent Taipei still remains a solid choice for business travelers, and international individuals choose this well-known property for its reputation as one of Taipei's finest.
Oyster
Luxury
"The Regent Taipei is probably the city's most famous luxury hotel, and not just because it was a favorite of Michael Jackson." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Regent Taipei has been a stalwart address for both well-heeled leisure and business travelers since it opened in 1990." Full review
amba Taipei Ximending
No.77 Section 2, Wuchang Street, Taipei, Taiwan
From $43/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The hip, more casual off-shoot of the stuffy, um I mean 5-star, Ambassador chain of hotels, the amba was the very first Taiwan hotel to be set in a shopping mall." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"AMBA, run by the Ambassador Hotel, is clearly aimed at young, savvy 'lifestyle' travellers." Full review
Wallpaper
"160 rooms, with streamlined, eco-friendly interiors and high-end bath products made with local organic ginger." Full review
Frommer's
"They're treated to unusually large rooms for Taipei, with recycled blond wood flooring, eco-friendly furnishings and such niceties as rainfall showers and free Wi-Fi." Full review