Space Inn Hengyang Branch — the budget hostel whose location is anything but budget
Ever tried to find a Taipei hostel under NT$700 that is actually central — not stuck in some remote district where you lose an hour every day just getting to the sights? Space Inn's Hengyang Branch is exactly that rare thing. Sitting on Hengyang Road in Zhongzheng District, genuinely central Taipei, it is a short walk from Taipei Main Station and the MRT, yet it comes in at NT$620 per night — cheaper than many hostels in far less convenient parts of the city.
Space Inn runs several branches across Taipei, each named after the street it sits on. The Hengyang Branch is on Hengyang Road in Zhongzheng District — and that address puts it right in the heart of the city. It is close to Taipei Main Station, shopping streets, and a number of the city's major sights. Most returning guests mention the location first, and for good reason: you leave the hostel and you are practically at the station. No multi-transfer journey, no long walk through unknown side streets — just step out and go.
"Great location — easy walk to the station — clean beds, working lockers, friendly front desk. Many guests say it is great value for the money and the position you get."
The clearest thing Space Inn Hengyang Branch has going for it is central-city value that genuinely makes sense. NT$620 per night in Zhongzheng District is competitive against hostels in areas that are considerably harder to get around from. Budget travellers who want to stay in the middle of Taipei without paying the premium of a hotel do not have to choose between location and price — this place removes that trade-off.
In terms of the rooms, Space Inn concentrates on cleanliness and the essentials done properly. Clean beds, lockers for valuables, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, clean bathrooms and showers. There is no big, instagrammable common area and no design-hotel finishes — but if your goal is a clean bed in a good location at a low price, this place hits that target precisely.
For getting around, Hengyang Road is genuinely within walking distance of Taipei Main Station — which means from one spot you can pick up every MRT line, board the High Speed Rail (HSR) southward, or hop on the Airport MRT to Taoyuan Airport. For travellers who want to spend their time exploring rather than getting to and from a distant metro stop, that is a meaningful advantage.
Being straight with you about the limitations — Space Inn Hengyang Branch is not a hostel with a large, leafy common room or complimentary breakfast. This is a functional-value stay. If you want a cosy atmosphere, a social kitchen where you swap travel stories over coffee, or a party-hostel vibe, look elsewhere. But if the main goal is a clean, affordable bed in central Taipei, this place does exactly what it says.
One thing worth keeping in mind: the branch name matters. Space Inn has multiple properties in Taipei on different streets. When booking, confirm the listing says Hengyang Branch and shows a Hengyang Road address — so there is no confusion at check-in time. A quick double-check on your chosen OTA before confirming is all it takes.
Overall, Space Inn Hengyang Branch is a smart choice for budget-conscious travellers who refuse to give up on location. NT$620 per night, Zhongzheng District, walking distance to Taipei Main Station — clean beds, working lockers, no frills but no corners cut on the things that matter. For what it sets out to be, it delivers.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Excellent location — walkable to Taipei Main Station
- ✓ Cheapest option in the Zhongzheng central district
- ✓ Clean beds, working lockers, basic amenities covered
- ✓ Easy MRT access to all major sights and transport hubs
- ! No large common area — this is a functional, no-frills stay
- ! No free breakfast — you will need to go out for morning meals
- ! Confirm you are booking the Hengyang Branch specifically before check-in
- ✓ Outstanding value for a central Taipei address
- ✓ Easy transport links — very close to major station and MRT
- ✓ Clean rooms, lockers, Wi-Fi provided
- ✓ Great for budget travellers focused on getting around the city
- ! Quiet, no-frills vibe — not a social or party hostel
- ! Common areas are small — not built for hanging out
- ! Check-in is 15:00 — arriving early means storing luggage first
- 💡If you want a cosy atmosphere or free breakfast — Space Inn Hengyang does not focus on these → look at Star Hostel or a hostel with a larger common area instead.
- 💡When booking, always confirm the branch — Space Inn has multiple Taipei locations → verify the listing shows Hengyang Branch and a Hengyang Road address before you confirm.
- 💡If you are arriving with a lot of luggage — a small hostel may have limited storage space → call ahead to ask about locker sizes and bag storage arrangements.