Sleeping Boot Hostel in Hualien was a cozy and comfortable stay! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with friendly staff who gave great recommendations for exploring the area. The rooms and bathrooms were spotless, and the beds were comfortable with privacy curtains and individual lights. just a short walk from the train station and close to local shops and restaurants. It’s an excellent spot for budget travelers looking for a laid-back place to stay in Hualien.

I had a wonderful experience while staying with Sleeping boot hostel. First of all when I entered Penny & James welcomed me with a smile. Both of them were always helpful to suggest the things to do around & chatting. Bed was quite comfortable with good Aircon in this humid weather. Washroom was super clean equipped with shower gel & shampoo. They also have nice common area space to sit with the kitchen. Location is good just 9 minutes walking from the train station. I can recommend staying here to all backpackers.

I got lucky. I had the best bed and very few neighbors during my 4 night stay. Blanket is warm. Showers are hot with high volumetric flowrate. Ive visited over 50 hostels and this is one of the best. 11/10 !!!

Some other rooms had a chemical smell, it's the air fresheners. They use it in bathrooms too.

Located in Hualien City, around 10 mins from Hualien Train Station, 15-20 mins to Dongdamen Night Market and the beach. Comfortable and tidy accommodation, clean shower room / bathroom. A cozy dining area on the ground floor, equiped with an oven, fridge, cups, tableware and provides free instant coffee for the visitors.

Spacious room. Curtains for the lower beds. Cozy atmosphere. Few types of tea available for the guests for free of charge. IKEA sharks as parts of decoration (joking but it was cute). Comfy armchairs in the common area. In general it was the best hostel during our 2 weeks trip around the island. Very good value for money.

Everything was good.

Very friendly staff and room is nice and clean. Our group traveled in 4 so got the whole 4-bunk bed room. It has a private bathroom, and outside were also additional toilet and shower room. Location only 15’ walk from train station and a few min from bus stops if u don’t wanna walk. Quite walkable to most places tho

Only thing is no shower towel provided, but they gave us face towels when we asked

It's easy to walk around, it's near to train station (10 mins, and it's near to food street (10 mins).

The bed mattress is hard, i have trouble sleeping on first night. Not sure if it is mine or other bedding would be the same.

Cozy little hostel with very nice and welcoming staff. The location in between the train station and city center makes it easy to get around. The price was absolutely fine, actually very cheap for the offered quality. Good common area downstairs.

Would be nice to put some chairs on the balconies or even access the rooftop. But generally nothing to complain about.

A warm house is filled with very friendly and kind staff, they care each of us as a person. For me, I didn't have a plan, gladly the staff spent time and gave me great recommendations. If I come back to visit Hualien, there's no doubt that I will come back to this house.

Kind beyond expectations from the staff, they went above and beyond to not only make us comfortable, but pointed out ways to improve our trip and gave great suggestions. They took their time to guide and orient us through our stay. Will definitely stay again if I ever have the opportunity.