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Surfing Formosa Backpackers Hostel

206 Jian Guo Road, Hualien City, Hualien, Taiwan, Distance from city centre: 35.6km

Rating: 91% from 10 reviews

  • 88%Atmosphere
  • 96%Staff
  • 90%Security
  • 92%Cleanliness
  • 92%Location
  • 92%Value for money
  • 88%Facilities

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  • The bed I had (1F lower bunk, the one that is opposite the bed by the sliding door to the garden) had bedbugs, so I would recommend that the management have it changed. Other than that, the experience was a good one, with friendly and helpful staff and a super enthusiastic dog.
  • 80%
  • 16 April 2013 Anonymous Malaysia
  • Best Hostel i visited in Taiwan. The staff is very nice and helpful with good English. The atmosphere is quite nice. Many travellers from arround the world. Our room was standart. Nice Bed, But not much more. No towels (but normal for Hostels). Everything is very new and stylish. WLAN only available in the Lobby. But thats not a problem - you meet nice poeple there. If you want to stay in a typical Hostel in Hualien - choose this one. Its the best!!
  • 94%
  • 5 April 2013 Anonymous Germany
  • I found the atmosphere, the accomodations, and the price to be excellent. I especially enjoyed sitting back and drinking a coffee or a beer and speaking with the owner who has an abundance of knowledge about the surrounding area and Taiwan in general. An unforgettable experience for sure.
  • 97%
  • 25 March 2013 Joseph USA
  • Very nice place. Very clean toilets, staff was very friendly and provided me all the info I needed for Taroko Gorge. Definitely recommended.
  • 100%
  • 9 March 2013 Anonymous Mexico
  • Nice location, clean hostel, friendly and helpful staff. Rooms are large, and beds are very comfortable (with real thick mattress !!!).
  • 94%
  • 3 February 2013 Anonymous France
  • Great place to stay in Hualien. There was hardly anyone here when we were staying here, but staff was very friendly and easy to get along with. Many expats come into the bar here who are always interesting to talk to as well. Thanks!
  • 97%
  • 14 January 2013 Anonymous USA
  • quite a good location with access to the city center. The dorm is quite fancy with a little garden
  • 83%
  • 31 December 2012 Yi China
  • Very well run and clean. The staff was very helpful. It was the best hostel I stayed at in Taiwan.
  • 100%
  • 3 September 2012 Darian
  • Very nice place, really enjoyed the time there!
  • 100%
  • 31 August 2012 Pei Cheng
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