World Inn

Hualien · Taiwan China

World Inn

HostelPunk Score
79% NOT BAD
Medium confidence 115 reviews
2nd best in Hualien 3rd best in Taiwan China
No bed bug reports in 116 analyzed reviews
No incentivized-review patterns detected in 116 analyzed reviews

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Facilities

🍳 COOKER 🅿️ Paid Parking 🍳 Breakfast ☕ Cafe
Other facilities (20)
Adaptors Luggage Storage Reception (Limited Hours) Linen Included Air Conditioning Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Towels Not Included Charging Plugs Towels For Hire Common Room Meals Available Free WiFi Free Luggage Storage Wi-Fi 24 Hour Security Fire Extinguishers Smoke Alarms Recycling Bins

Prices

Dorms $15 / night
Privates $34 / night

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Worst reviews

USA FEMALE 18-24 May 29, 2025 4.0/10

very unimpressed… I heard good things about this hostel from other travelers so I gave it a shot… wrong choice. I should of stayed loyal to Dumbo hostel in hualien! Worldinn is very clean and a bit modern, however, staff is Very UNFRIENDLY, in addition, there is no social life! On another note, there is no laundry service in the hostel nor any bikes you can use to ride around… Dumbo has both and more! Stay at dumbo!

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Jun 6, 2024 6.0/10

I thought this hostel was fine. Compared to the hostels in Taipei, it was much less nice. The rooms had AC but the common areas did not. There was not much ambiance, and the private room I was in was essentially just a bed. It was mostly clean although one night someone shaved and did not clean the sink.

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USA MALE 31-40 Apr 4, 2026 8.0/10

nice place, somewhat social, well felt more like the owners are the social ones, rest of the guest didn't mingle much, did have an earthquake when I was there that was the talk of the town for the day. clean, nice beds, ok shower

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 3, 2026 8.0/10

Very kind and attentive staff who contribute to the friendly and welcoming vibe overall. The hostel is super conveniently located right by the train station and there’s lots of shops and restaurants in the vicinity.

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USA MALE 25-30 Jan 21, 2026 8.0/10

This is a great hostel and the people that run it are so nice and passionate about their hostel. Very helpful. Great location. Would 100% stay again.

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Germany MALE 25-30 Nov 20, 2025 8.0/10

Very quiet while I was there but all around enjoyable stay!

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USA MALE 18-24 Jul 22, 2024 8.0/10

Great place! Best part was the staff, such kind people! I was stuck here during the Typhoon, and the staff invited me to join them for dinner while we waited out the storm!

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England MALE 25-30 Dec 20, 2023 8.0/10

Very clean, Modern and secure Hostel. very little other backpackers around - no Socials.The host was incredible, very knowledgeable and welcoming.

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USA COUPLE 25-30 Oct 24, 2023 8.0/10

Great location, near Hualien main station. Half hour walk from the beach and night market. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. Good launching point to visit Taroko Gorge. Helpful staff (thanks Oona) with recommendations on activities to try out and places to eat.

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Switzerland FEMALE Sep 22, 2023 8.0/10

Loved my stay there-the best hostel i‘ve been to in taiwan so far.

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Recent reviews

Slovenia MALE 25-30 May 13, 2026 Atm 100%

This hostel is really really nice and the price is very good! People running the hostel and the coffee place are the kindest and so helpful! They helped me organise transports, day trips to national parks, whale watching etc. I could not recommend this place enough! Whenever I come back to Hualien I will stay here!

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Canada COUPLE 31-40 Apr 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Super auberge, nous avons été très bien accueilli par Una qui s’est assuré que nous étions bien informé des activités à faire. L’auberge est propre et bien situé. Il y a un café à l’entrée du café, nous n’avons pas vraiment pu en profiter puisqu’il ouvrait seulement à 13h. Dommage ! Je recommande

Translated to English

The hostel is clean and well located. there is a cafe at the entrance of the cafe, we really could not enjoy it since it only opened at 1pm. shame ! i recommend it.

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Germany MALE 31-40 Apr 27, 2026 Atm 100%

Die Besitzerin ist wahnsinnig hilfsbereit und hat mir unglaublich wertvolle Tipps gegeben. Sehr freundlich und liebenswert. Das Zimmer war sauber und gut hergerichtet. Komme gerne wieder.

Translated to English

The owner was incredibly helpful and gave me incredibly valuable tips. very friendly and endearing. the room was clean and well arranged. would love to come again.

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Canada MALE 31-40 Apr 26, 2026 Atm 100%

I really enjoyed my stay here and Una was a lovely hostess! I had wanted to visit the Taroko Gorge but I was confused with all of the information I was seeing online. She helped me figure out how to visit there and gave me lots of great tips.

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England MALE 18-24 Apr 13, 2026 Atm 100%

couldn't ask for a better hostel

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USA MALE 31-40 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 80%

nice place, somewhat social, well felt more like the owners are the social ones, rest of the guest didn't mingle much, did have an earthquake when I was there that was the talk of the town for the day. clean, nice beds, ok shower

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Luxembourg MALE 31-40 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Great hostel with very friendly staff and good facilities.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Very kind and attentive staff who contribute to the friendly and welcoming vibe overall. The hostel is super conveniently located right by the train station and there’s lots of shops and restaurants in the vicinity.

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Italy MALE 25-30 Apr 2, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best hostel in Taiwan. Lovely and helpful staff, clean, well organized, cozy. Stayed three nights. Cannot recommend enough. Bacioniii

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Australia MALE 25-30 Mar 16, 2026 Atm 100%

Comfortable beds, good location right next to the train station, nice little cafe space at ground level, and the best part is that the staff are so lovely and helpful!

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Germany COUPLE 31-40 Mar 16, 2026 Atm 100%

In zwei Wochen Taiwan war das hier das beste Hostel. Zimmer und Küche waren sauber und es gab lustige Details wie die kleinen Flaggen, die unten ausgestellt waren, sodass man wusste aus welchen Nationen Menschen gerade zu Gast waren. Die Gäste waren sympathisch, man grüßt sich freundlich, das war leider auf der Reise nicht in allen Hostels selbstverständlich. Aber am besten war Una! Sie hat uns die besten Tipps für unsere Rollertour gegeben und viele weitere Tipps für unsere Reise. Danke!

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In two weeks Taiwan this was the best hostel here. the room and kitchen were clean and there were funny details like the little flags, which were displayed at the bottom so you knew from which nations people were just visiting. the guests were friendly, you greet each other friendly, that was unfortunately on the trip not in all hostels of course. but the best was Una! she gave us the best tips for our roller tour and many more tips for our trip. thanks

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Germany COUPLE 31-40 Mar 13, 2026 Atm 100%

Ein wirklich sehr schönes Hostel mit super netten und hilfreichen Mitarbeitern! Wir haben so viele tolle Tipps bekommen. Vielen Dank für alles! Kommen gerne wieder.

Translated to English

A really very nice hostel with super nice and helpful staff! we got so many great tips. thank you so much for everything! welcome back.

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Australia MALE 18-24 Feb 27, 2026 Atm 100%

I enjoyed this stay, recommend

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Sweden FEMALE 18-24 Jan 25, 2026 Atm 100%

The loveliest staff I have ever stumbled upon! The feeling of the hostel is super cozy and slow paced. The staff will help you with whatever question you have and you will quickly feel at home.!

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USA MALE 25-30 Jan 21, 2026 Atm 80%

This is a great hostel and the people that run it are so nice and passionate about their hostel. Very helpful. Great location. Would 100% stay again.

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Germany COUPLE 18-24 Dec 6, 2025 Atm 80%

It was an amazing hostel to stay at in Hualien, the owner really made us feel welcome and we could experience a very nice language exchange with some locals! Thanks so much :))

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Germany FEMALE Nov 20, 2025 Atm 80%

very friendly and helpful staff. Just 5 minutes to the train station and a easy walk to the center,shops,night market anda ocean.

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Germany MALE 25-30 Nov 20, 2025 Atm 80%

Very quiet while I was there but all around enjoyable stay!

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Taiwan China MALE 25-30 Oct 11, 2025 Atm 100%

Great place to stay, and the people are very welcoming and nice

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England COUPLE 25-30 Sep 15, 2025 Atm 100%

Amazing staff who gave us great advice and recommendations for our time in Hualien. Great hostel and facilities, and definitely would stay here again