Aloft Taipei Zhongshan, Taiwan [Master Thread]
#32
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: SFO
Posts: 4,902
imho, the Westin Taipei is the most central Starriott property (although it’s deflagging end of the year). Then followed by the Aloft, Sheraton, W, and Le Meridien. The Marriott and Courtyard is a little out of the way on MRT line and Beitou is just out there but cheap at category 1.
#35
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: SFO
Posts: 4,902
#36
Join Date: Jun 2019
Posts: 16
Staying here now on a five night last minute booking as the Sheraton was booked up. Was pleasantly surprised as our flight landed at 7am, requested early check in and got it. Pretty good recognition as I'm a titanium and booked a double twin room but got upgraded to the double queen room. They have a nice tent for toddlers. Room is quite spacious.
Their restaurant on the 17th floor between breakfast and dinner is sort of a mini lounge with free bottled water and a few light snacks. looking forward to tomorrow's breakfast!
Their restaurant on the 17th floor between breakfast and dinner is sort of a mini lounge with free bottled water and a few light snacks. looking forward to tomorrow's breakfast!
#37
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,076
Does anyone have an email address for this property?
Looking to stay here with an 18 month old baby, was wondering what their policy was with regards to having children.
Currently booked into a king size room as 2 adults only.
Looking to stay here with an 18 month old baby, was wondering what their policy was with regards to having children.
Currently booked into a king size room as 2 adults only.
#38
Company Representative, Marriott Bonvoy
Join Date: Feb 2019
Programs: Marriott Bonvoy
Posts: 1,060
According to the information we have, the hotel can provide complimentary traditional crib.
You may contact the hotel via this email address: [email protected]
Best Regards,
Christina Z
Specialist, Social Media Care
Marriott International
[email protected]
#39
Join Date: Jun 2019
Posts: 16
Update on breakfast.
Pretty decent selection of western and eastern dishes. Rotated daily so haven't gotten sick of it yet and we are on day 3. Usually a congee, dimsum, a fried noodle, two fried dishes (has browns, etc) sausage, bacon, eggs made two kinds, chines meat dish, chines veggie dish. Juice, milk, bread, fruit and light salad bar.
#40
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: PVG
Programs: MU Platinum, HH Diamond
Posts: 812
Just checked out after a 4-night stay.
Myself titanium, traveling with a platinum. Checked in at the same time - platinum got a bigger room (xx08) than I did (xx03). The xx03 seems to be the smallest room type. I did get 2 beers as welcome gift vs. 1 beer for plat. Plat chose breakfast amenity (since it's good for 2) and I got the extra points.
Breakfast was a small selection, but adequate. Location was ok for what I was doing. Proximity to TSA was a plus.
Myself titanium, traveling with a platinum. Checked in at the same time - platinum got a bigger room (xx08) than I did (xx03). The xx03 seems to be the smallest room type. I did get 2 beers as welcome gift vs. 1 beer for plat. Plat chose breakfast amenity (since it's good for 2) and I got the extra points.
Breakfast was a small selection, but adequate. Location was ok for what I was doing. Proximity to TSA was a plus.
#41
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 542
I'm visiting Taipei as a tourist in April. I've narrowed down my options to this property ($155) or the Sheraton ($210). How does the location and surrounding area compare between the two? I want to be able to grab meals from the are around the property without having to hop on the train. 15 minute walks are acceptable.
#42
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: PVG
Programs: MU Platinum, HH Diamond
Posts: 812
I'm visiting Taipei as a tourist in April. I've narrowed down my options to this property ($155) or the Sheraton ($210). How does the location and surrounding area compare between the two? I want to be able to grab meals from the are around the property without having to hop on the train. 15 minute walks are acceptable.
#43
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,960
I'm visiting Taipei as a tourist in April. I've narrowed down my options to this property ($155) or the Sheraton ($210). How does the location and surrounding area compare between the two? I want to be able to grab meals from the are around the property without having to hop on the train. 15 minute walks are acceptable.
I think the ALoft's immediate area is more fun while the Sheraton is surrounded by a lot of government offices - across from the National Police HQ, 2 blocks from the National Legislature, on and on and on...
I would say the Sheraton's location is better but not US$55/night + 10% better. However, if you have Platinum or above status with Marriott, consider that too. I suppose the Sheraton has a lounge.
The Sheraton is right next to the Blue Line which takes you to many places. It is more "centered" in core Taipei than the ALoft.
Remember to sign up for the drawing: https://5000.taiwan.net.tw/index_en.html - it is government sponsored and you must sign up prior to arrival. Then you go play the lottery at the airport to see if you win anything. Some people have won NT$5000 in the form of a prepaid stored value card accepted at many places.
#44
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: HKG, TPE, SAN
Programs: Marriott Plat, JAL Sapphire
Posts: 260
I'm visiting Taipei as a tourist in April. I've narrowed down my options to this property ($155) or the Sheraton ($210). How does the location and surrounding area compare between the two? I want to be able to grab meals from the are around the property without having to hop on the train. 15 minute walks are acceptable.