Shangri-La Far Eastern, TaipeivsMandarin Oriental, Taipei
Both properties are recommended by experts. On balance, Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei ranks slightly better than Mandarin Oriental, Taipei. Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel Taipei comes in at #4 in Taipei with accolades from 7 sources including Lonely Planet, Star Service and Michelin Guide.
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
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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
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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."
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
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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.
Tablet18.9
"Widely regarded as one of the top luxury hotels in Taipei, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel occupies one of the twin towers of the Taipei Metro complex. It’s about as central a..." Full review
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
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Widely regarded as one of the top luxury hotels in Taipei, Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel occupies one of the twin towers of the Taipei Metro complex. It’s about as central a..." Full review
Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
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No.166 Tunhwa North Road, Taipei 105, Taiwan
From $379/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Condé Nast Traveler "Grand and glitzy, the 256-room Mandarin Oriental Taipei easily became the most luxurious hotel in the city since it opened last year." Full review
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Don't miss afternoon tea in the Jade Lounge, which has already become a hit with locals.
Tablet20.0
"Forget modern, forget skyscrapers, forget the trend of Asian luxury hotels in gleaming glass towers. The Mandarin Oriental, Taipei may be a new build, but in spirit it’s straight out of..." Full review
Jetsetter "Grand European-style hotel with a stellar pool and spa in the heart of Taipei." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"An opulent five-star experience on a sleepy boulevard near Songshan Airport." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Taipei’s most luxurious hotel, the Mandarin Oriental offers plenty of substance as well as unabashedly lavish interiors." Full review
OysterLuxury
"A bit outside of the city’s major shopping...but sumptuous interiors, an excellent array of facilities, huge and lavish rooms, and superb service make this five-pearl hotel one of the city's finest." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"With a prime location, spacious rooms, a large spa, and a bevy of dining options, it’s a good choice for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Forget modern, forget skyscrapers, forget the trend of Asian luxury hotels in gleaming glass towers. The Mandarin Oriental, Taipei may be a new build, but in spirit it’s straight out of..." Full review
Afar Magazine "Opened in May 2014 with a facade mildly reminiscent of a 19th-century European grand hotel, the Mandarin Oriental Taipei might seem incongruous in an Asian city—at least to those..." Full review
