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amba Taipei XimendingvsShangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei ranks significantly higher than amba Taipei Ximending. Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei ranks #4 in Taipei with approval from 7 sources like Jetsetter, Rough Guide and Michelin Guide.
amba Taipei Ximending
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Wallpaper Frommer's
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
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Jetsetter Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Forbes Travel Guide
No.201 Tun Hwa South Road, Section 2, Taipei 106, Taiwan
From $204/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "One of Taipei’s most awarded — and most luxurious — hotels, the Shangri-La Taipei delivers excellent service and spacious rooms worthy of lingering in. But it’s a good idea to explore the..." Full review
i
Those looking to relax should book some time at the excellent Horizon Spa.
Lonely Planet "It's one of the few true luxury hotels in Taipei, and a pillar (or do we mean a 43-storey tower?) of good taste." Full review
Rough Guide "Taipei’s tallest and one of its most luxurious hotels, close to the bars on Anhe Rd. Rooms have the best views in the city though the real highlight is the fabulous 43rd-floor pool."
Travel + Leisure "Frequent host to visiting dignitaries, with sweeping city and mountain views from most of the 420 rooms as well as the 43rd-floor rooftop pool." Full review
Michelin Guide "The tallest hotel in the city, Far Eastern Plaza focuses on facilities-a gym, swimming pool, conference rooms-and service inside its curving structure."
Star Service "This hotel is part of the 43-floor Taipei Metro Complex, right in the heart of the financial district." Full review
i
Both Western and Taiwanese visitors choose this hotel when visiting the city, both for its well-known Asian brand recognition and its impressive range of offerings.
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
" It is Taipei’s tallest hotel with a glass and stone exterior; it naturally caters to business travelers due to its location in the city’s business center." Full review
