Budget Hostels from S$31

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like shopping in this destination, while the cafes offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Based on reviews from our customers, these Taichung hostels have the best ratings: Getcha Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Taichung Park. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Loosha Hostel - 2-minute walk from Taichung Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries and hairdryers. Su Taichung Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Taichung City Hall. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Lane62 Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Tunghai University. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. T-Life Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Tunghai University. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Taichung, one of Expedia’s 18 hostels might be a great option.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in Taichung are June, August, May and April, with each month seeing an average of 303 mm of rainfall.

In general, Taichung is known for its cafes, sightseeing and parks. Top attractions include Lihpao Land and Fengjia Night Market. Get out into nature with places such as Sea of Flowers in Shinshe, XinShe Castle and Dongshi Forest Garden. Cultural attractions include National Museum of Natural Science, National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts and National Taichung Theater.

Keep this information about transit options in Taichung in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Taichung (RMQ), 14.1 mi (22.6 km) away. An alternative is Hualien (HUN), which is 52 mi (83.7 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. Make your way to Taichung Taiwan High Speed Rail Station for metro travel. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Taichung Fengyuan Station, Taichung Houli Station or Taichung Tanzi Station.