Forbidden City Motel Taichung, Taichung ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

No. 488, Dadun 6Th Street, Taichung, Taiwan, 40867

Forbidden City Motel in Taichung, Taiwan, features a unique blend of luxury and oriental elements. The property offers a variety of amenities aimed at enhancing guest comfort. Located in a residential area, it provides easy access to prominent attractions and activities nearby. Guests can enjoy specialized services such as in-room karaoke and spa options.

Location

Forbidden City Motel is conveniently located just 3.5 miles from Taichung's city center and 12.5 miles from Taichung Ching Chuan Kang Airport. It is accessible to public transport, being connected to a rail/subway station, facilitating easy travel around the city. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Wenchang Gongmiao and National Taichung Theater, making it an ideal base for discovering the cultural richness of Taichung.

Rooms

The motel provides a range of spacious accommodations including double rooms with flat-screen TVs and tile/marble floors. Each room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Specially designed Luxury Deluxe and Royal Deluxe rooms include in-room karaoke services from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Additionally, some rooms come with a hot tub, offering guests a luxurious experience.

Eat & Drink

The property features an on-site restaurant, providing a variety of dining options for guests. In-room breakfast can be arranged upon request, allowing for a more personalized dining experience. Chocolate is offered in the guest rooms as a welcoming treat. Other dining options in close proximity include local eateries that showcase the regional cuisine.

Leisure & Business

Guests can recuperate after a day of exploration in the comfort of their rooms or enjoy various leisure services. Business facilities include a meeting room and assistance with tour/tickets. Additional amenities comprise free newspapers and a 24-hour front desk to cater to guest needs. Spa services are also available for those seeking relaxation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

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2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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King Room

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2 persons

6 m²

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Queen Room

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2 persons

3 m²

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Center

Taichung 2.6 mi

Airports

Taichung Ching Chuan Kang (RMQ) 12.0 mi

Chiayi (CYI) 58.6 mi

Train

Ta Qing Station 1.7 mi

THSR Taichung Station 2.7 mi

Bus

Bus stop2000 ft

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious and Comfortable

I was pleasantly surprised by the spacious room, which is a standout feature for a motel in Taiwan. The large TV screen made my stay even more enjoyable. Although the decor wasn't quite as themed as I expected, the room's size and comfort made up for it. Really a great place to unwind after a busy day!

Sidney2024. USA, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Convenient Breakfast Options

I loved the breakfast choices available! Having the option of McDonald's or KFC delivered to my room was convenient and satisfying. It was a unique experience for a motel, and I appreciated being able to choose my meal the night before for a hassle-free morning.

Maria87. Canada, 2024-05-22Read full review on

Fun Haunted Experience

Staying at this motel was unexpected in the best way! It felt like there was a story to be uncovered. Throughout the night, I heard mysterious bumps and sounds—though they may have been harmless, they added excitement to my stay. It made my experience here truly unique and nice!

ToddTraveler. UK, 2024-06-30Read full review on

Decent Facilities

The bathroom facilities were adequate and met my needs. It had everything one would expect for a comfortable stay. While I primarily used the space for its essential functions, I found it to be clean and well-maintained, which is always a plus for a motel.

Lawrence_Traveler. Australia, 2024-07-14Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Leisure/ TV room
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

No. 488, Dadun 6Th Street, Taichung, Taiwan, 40867

Map view

No. 488, Dadun 6Th Street, Taichung, Taiwan, 40867

City landmarks

Opera House

National Taichung Theater

1.4 mi

Parks

Fulfillment Amphitheater

3600 ft

Museums

National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts

1.4 mi

Parks

Fongle Sculpture Park

4500 ft

Parks

National Museum of Natural Science

1.8 mi

No.100 Wenchang Street

Wenchang Gongmiao

2100 ft

Parks

Maple Garden

1.7 mi

Lane 56

Rainbow Village

2.1 mi

No.56

Lidou Mawei Wenhuaguan

2100 ft

Section 1

Wenxin Forest Park

1.2 mi

Xinxin Road

Xixibin Park

2400 ft

Sec. 1

Theater in the Round

2500 ft

No.50

Nantun Litou

2700 ft

Wenxin South 5th Road

Hushui'an Art Street

2800 ft

Mall

Calligraphy Greenway

1.5 mi

Parks

Nantun Park

4300 ft

No.567 Shizheng Road

Goldmine928 Massage Center Taichung

1.3 mi

Art object

Arthas Statue

1.5 mi

Gallery

Audit Village

1.3 mi

Events

Taichung City Dadun Cultural Center

1.5 mi

No.131 Tai An Duan

Post-war Bunker

4400 ft

Intersection of Jing Mao Lu and Huan Zhong Lu

Gangxing Park

1.0 mi

Jingcheng Rd.

Jingming Commercial Area

1.4 mi

No. 12

Siang Shang Sheng Church

4700 ft

No.10 Side Road

Wufeng Nonghui Jiuzhuang

1.5 mi

Parks

Gongyi Park

1.4 mi

Museums

勤美術館 CMP Block Museum of Arts

1.5 mi

Nearby

No. 51號

Wanhe Temple

900 ft

Nantun Rd.

Nantun Old Street

500 ft

No. 670

Zhongnan Caomifu

600 ft

Restaurants

Chun Mei Jia

1400 ft

No. 588

Sanshang Qiaofu Restaurant

1700 ft

No.662 Dadun West Street

King Irori Restaurant

2700 ft

No.36 Daguan Road

La Fete

2900 ft

No. 587

Nan Tun Trotter Taiwanese Vermicelli

1500 ft

No. 702

Pizza Rock Nantun

1700 ft

No. 683

Mingxinge Sushi

2800 ft

No.66 Daguan Road

Donutes - Huiwen

1600 ft

No. 491

Qi He Wu

1400 ft

No. 699

Mo Niu Steak

1900 ft

No. 697

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

7.0

Location

5.8

Service

7.6

Dining

5.6

Earl

United States of America, February 2025

6.8/10

I had a decent stay overall, with a very spacious room and a large TV screen, which added a nice touch. It was a bit disappointing that the room decor didn't match the ‘Forbidden City’ theme, and the check-in time was quite late at 6 PM, though I managed to check in a bit earlier. The distance from the front desk to my room was a little inconvenient, especially for someone not driving. Breakfast options were quick and easy with choices like McDonald's and KFC, making it quite convenient.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious for a Taiwanese motel, though I hoped for a more themed decor.

Service

8.0

The staff was accommodating during check-in negotiations, which I appreciated.

Location

6.0

The location was somewhat inconvenient as it required a bit of a walk from the front counter to the room.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were limited to fast food, which was convenient but not very exciting.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were adequate, with a big TV screen in the room, adding to comfort.

Albert

United States of America, December 2024

6.2/10

My stay was quite pleasant overall. The room was spacious and featured a large TV, which is a definite plus. However, I was a bit let down by the room decor not being as themed as I expected. The check-in time initially posed an inconvenience, but after some discussion, I was able to check in earlier. Breakfast options were convenient with choices from McDonald's or KFC, but it would have been nice to have more variety. While the cleanliness was acceptable, the distance to my room from the check-in area was somewhat far, especially for someone who wasn’t driving.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious by Taiwan motel standards and had a big TV screen, but the decor fell short of expectations.

Service

7.0

The check-in process was a bit rigid initially, but with some negotiation, I managed to get a room earlier than the standard time.

Location

6.0

The hotel requires a good walk to get to your room, which might not be ideal for everyone.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited to McDonald's or KFC served in the room.

Facilities

6.0

Basic amenities were acceptable, but overall, the offerings could have been better.

Margaret

United States of America, December 2024

6.6/10

I had a decent stay at this motel. The room was spacious for the standards here, and I really appreciated the large TV screen. However, I was a bit let down by the room decor, which didn’t feel particularly luxurious. Also, the distance from the front counter to the room could be a hassle, especially for non-drivers. Breakfast options were a nice touch, though I wish there were more choices available.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very spacious but lacked a luxurious feel in the decor.

Service

8.0

The staff was accommodating, allowing me to check in early after some negotiation.

Location

6.0

The location is a bit inconvenient for those without a car, as the walk to the room is quite far.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a choice between McDonald's or KFC, which is quite basic.

Facilities

7.0

Acceptable cleanliness and a large TV screen were the highlights.

Nathaniel

United States of America, December 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. On the positive side, the room was surprisingly spacious for a Taiwan motel, and I appreciated being able to check in a little earlier than the standard time with some negotiation. However, the decor didn’t quite meet my expectations of the 'Forbidden City' style, and the distance from the front counter to the room was a bit inconvenient. The cleanliness was acceptable, and I enjoyed the breakfast options of McDonald's or KFC, but overall, there were some aspects that could use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very spacious compared to typical standards here, though the decor was a bit disappointing.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful in allowing me an early check-in after some discussion.

Location

5.0

The distance from the front desk to the room was quite far, which was a bit of an inconvenience.

Dining

8.0

I appreciated having breakfast options from McDonald's or KFC right in the room.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were decent, but nothing extraordinary stood out.

Mary

United States of America, October 2024

6.4/10

I had a decent stay at the motel, as the room was noticeably spacious for Taiwan standards, and I appreciated the big TV screen. However, the room décor didn't quite have the 'Forbidden City' style I was hoping for, and I found the walk from the front counter to my room to be a bit of a trek. Breakfast options were either McDonald's or KFC, which was convenient but not very exciting.

Rooms

7.0

The room was quite spacious and had a big TV screen, although the décor didn’t match the 'Forbidden City' theme I expected.

Service

8.0

Though they initially stated check-in was after 6pm, the staff helped me check in earlier after a bit of negotiation.

Location

6.0

The walking distance from the front counter to the room is far, which can be inconvenient, especially for non-drivers.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited to McDonald’s or KFC, which was convenient but not very varied.