KAOHSIUNG -- area code (886-7)

• Hotel Kingdom
  42 Wu-Fu 4th Rd, 551-8211, FAX 521-0403. Near the harbor and in an area that caters to foreigners. It's a short taxi ride to the center of town. The hotel is older, but popular, clean and convenient. Breakfast buffet available. Not gay, so be discreet.
• King World Hotel
  283 Chien Kuo 2nd Rd, 237-8888. Opposite the private public bus terminal which is just next to the train station and bus terminal. Not gay, but cheap, clean, and very friendly.
• Rainbow House
  21 Xin Guang Rd, 098-773-6876, email. Lesbian-owned Rainbow House is a cozy and homey hostel in Kaohsiung for gays and lesbians. Close to 85 Bld and has a nice harbor view. They keep their rooms clean to make sure you will have a most comfy stay. Utopia Member Discount

  Comments from Utopians:

  "There are many cheap and nice motels in Kaohsiung. If you want cheaper, you can find them nearby the railway station on JiyanGuo Lu. " -- st066474, Jan 11, 2012

TAICHUNG -- area code (886-4)

• Esquire Hotel
  No. 71 Chen Ko Rd, 221-1108,10.

TAINAN -- area code (886-6)

• Rich Plaza Hotel
  222-8188, FAX 227-3900. Central location. Rooms are lovely. Breakfast included. Not gay, so be discreet. Located in a charming, older section of the city. In the evening, exit the hotel, turn right, cross the main road and enter the lantern-strung alley opposite. This will lead you into a world of temples, shops, and homes from yesteryear. At the end of the alley, turn left to discover the KTC Tea Dealer (228-4682) whose shop has been in business since 1868, or turn right, cross the next main road and look on the right side of the lane for the Si Mi Na Teng Hua barber shop (222-5737) packed with incredible anthropomorphic folk art made by the barber (not to mention his mini-zoo and rock collection!).
  
  

Taitung -- area code (886-8

• Dateline Life Villa
  Email. Near Hong-Yeh Hot Spring. Gay and lesbian-friendly Dateline Life Villa is a serviced villa, located in southeast of Taiwan. If you want a get-away from cities, come enjoy a private holiday here. The owner is a friendly young guy, who is happy to consult on gay activities in Taitung and around Taiwan.

TAIPEI -- area code (886-2)

XIMEN -- Red House

• Eddies Homestay Hostel
  9/F No. 88, Emei St, Wanhua Dist, Utopia Map, 095-383-1721, email. Gay homestay hostel. Private room in the apartment of a local gay and his friendly dog, with information about the gay scene. Well-located not far from the gay scene in Ximen. Basic accommodation with a shared living room, kitchen and shower. Free shower gel, shampoo and hair dryer, Net access, laundry, aircon, clean sheets, cable TV, and maps of Taipei and Taiwan. Also available: a local mobile phone for travelers to use, gay bar map and advice. 台北市萬華區峨眉街88號9樓 Utopia Member Discount

  InnTouch No. 2, Lane 53, Sec 2, Hankou St (Ximen area), 2331-4506, FAX 2331-4622, email. Gay-owned InnTouch is a warm, homey place. Staying here you can work-out every day and access the Internet for free. 20 private rooms. TV, PCs, gym, café, rooftop garden. They provide sightseeing information for Taiwan, as well as Taipei. If you are looking for gay hostel with inexpensive rooms and shared baths, give it a try it. From the owners of Qstay. Utopia Member Discount

  Comments from Utopians:

  "There is a new, open gay hostel in Ximen. InnTouch has a café, gym and 20 single hostel rooms with shared bathrooms. Rate is NT$990 which includes breakfast and daily night drink at 1F Café. I think it is worthy to recommend to gay friends from other countries." -- Specialmeet , Mar 17, 2011

  Qstay Hotel No. 42, Sec. 2, Changsha St, Wanhua Dist, Utopia Map, 2331-4506, FAX 2331-4622, email. The first gay hotel in Taipei and it is right in the heart of Taipei's gay scene with more than a dozen venues within a few blocks. Take a left from Exit 1 MRT Ximen Station and walk one block. The hotel is the tall, thin building next to a park. Fifteen boutique rooms come equipped with desktop computer, cable TV, free Net access, aircon with heater and 24-hour free snack bar with all sorts of goodies. The place is friendly, homey and very secure (coded elevator access). Interestingly, all rooms are connected by MSN chat and cams in case you want to meet the other guests - how civilized! They can also provide local tour arrangements. 萬華區長沙街2段42號 Utopia Member Discount

  Comments from Utopians:

  "It's a small, but cozy hotel! I was totally amazed by their hospitality and the way they go all the way out to meet every query that you may have, from going to places of interest, to food and night entertainments. They are like a walking directory! Should I be visiting Taipei again, I will definately stay at Qstay!" -- skit, Feb 13, 2011

  "Spent the first few days of Chinese New Year here, and was not disappointed at all. They have expanded to add more rooms in an adjacent apartment building, with all the features of the main hotel building. Staff were excellent and helpful as were those great little direction cards and maps. It is situated in a great area with easy access to the Metro and walking distance to most major attractions. I know I will be back." -- Thaibehr, Feb 12, 2011

  
  OTHER AREAS

• The 3rd Floor Stay
  3/F, No. 114-4, Section 2, Wu-Chang St, 2381-0606, email. Gay-owned guesthouse. Nice, clean and convenient place for tourists to explore Taipei. Utopia Member Discount