It's not just about a place to sleep—staying at unique hotels lets you experience more diverse sides of Taiwan.

Text & Photos /Miss kitb

With its clean, bright black-and-white color scheme and eye-catching bulb signage, you’re greeted with a refreshing vibe as soon as you exit Xingtian Temple MRT Station. For many Hong Kong people, visiting Taipei has become a routine trip, so when choosing accommodation, it’s no longer just about finding a place to sleep—but rather seeking out distinctive hotels to explore more varied facets of Taiwan. Staying in a uniquely designed hotel means more than just sleeping and showering—you can also gain a variety of fun memories. I especially love discovering the thoughtful design details creators have hidden in the rooms.

From the moment you push open the door, you’ll be left with a great first impression of The Qube Hotel. The bold contrast of black, white, and yellow, mosaic tiles spelling out “CHECK” on the floor, and a giant yellow “C” on the wall that grabs your attention. On the right side of the lobby is a wooden crate-style front desk, while the left holds the café’s food display—all brimming with energy and vibrancy, instantly perking you up even after a long flight and getting you ready to dive into your journey.

This stay included two slightly different twin-room designs. The graffiti-view room shown above is located on the corner, featuring two large windows. Open the curtains in the morning for a sun-filled room, or enjoy city nightlife views at night. The hotel draws inspiration from New York City’s bold character—red brick walls paired with spray-painted graffiti skillfully bring a street-style vibe into the room without feeling overly contrived.

The wooden-panel iron-frame desk exudes rugged industrial style, complemented by a retro telephone stand and cardboard file holders—evoking the complete atmosphere of a factory workshop.

The bathroom floor is paved with black-and-white hexagonal mosaic tiles, the walls feature large rectangular subway tiles, and industrial-style wooden sliding doors make efficient use of the compact space. It comes equipped with specially blended natural organic aromatic bath products, whose pleasant scents also waft through the hallway, creating a cozy and relaxing ambiance. Even the showerhead was carefully selected to match the overall style.

All personal hygiene amenities come neatly packed in bright yellow paper bags and tucked into wooden boxes—a small but delightful touch. And of course, the star is the vintage American-style hot water kettle—arguably the best-looking one I’ve seen in any hotel, making me want to add one to my own kitchen. Not even the cups, coasters, or water are spared any attention to detail, showcasing the designer’s dedication and perfectionism.

Even the hairdryer is yellow—how adorable is this color for a hairdryer!?

The hallway continues the red-brick wall design, with white wooden doors adorned with small wooden nameplates, just like residences in New York.

To save space, the room doesn’t have a wardrobe but instead features a cooler-looking pipe-style clothes rack. The bedside lamp in the photo is also worth noticing.

Looking out the room window, you’ll see the streetlamp scenery of Taipei’s not-too-busy roads—a flowing urban view.

The other room without wall graffiti has a largely similar design and amenities (most items are the same, though the showerhead is different—which is kind of fun). Shown above is a handcrafted wooden tissue box—an uncommon detail that many hotels wouldn’t bother with, but it looks stylish.

The room’s power outlet design is also very convenient (and plentiful). It includes three-pronged plugs for travelers, placed in practical locations—perfect for tech-savvy individuals carrying numerous electronic gadgets. If you find the 110V charging too slow, there’s also a 220V outlet near the sink for more efficient charging (be sure to check your device’s voltage requirements first!). Most Hong Kong appliances are 220V, but don’t plug them into the room’s 110V hairdryer—it’ll burn out.

INFO
Check Inn The Qube Hotel
Address: No. 253, Songjiang Road, Taipei City, Taiwan
Phone: +886-02-7726-6277
Website:http://www.checkinn.com.tw
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/thecheckinn
 

miss kitB
A core member of the Unprofessional Association—or a “multifunctional cross-media freelance creator.” Believes boredom is the mother of creativity, and happiness is life’s greatest asset. Eats breakfast every day and travels the Earth daily.
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