Hsinchu

Although the journey was long and bumpy, I really appreciate the tour guide, Qiang Qiang, for taking us hiking for two days and driving us back to Taipei for several hours! The hike wasn't too difficult, and this itinerary is very friendly for hiking beginners who like to explore nature. Although we didn't see the cherry blossoms in full bloom, the scenery along the way was worth remembering. Immersed in the mountains surrounding Smangus, a Tayal tribe village located deep in the mountains has its own culture and way of life, which is the purity and tranquility that cannot be seen in the city. The children of Xinguang Elementary School riding bicycles on the only small road left a deep impression on me. The grandma at Yaya Homestay kept urging us to eat well because it was cold in the mountains, as if she was treating her own grandchildren, and she actively offered more food. This human touch makes people feel warm. I would want to go back again, and it's worth recommending!

Tour guide Bratt Kao was great, the weather was good, and the kids were very happy after visiting the zoo 😃. Nanliao Fishing Port and the sea-sky line scenic spot were very windy, and the kids couldn't stand it, so they left immediately after seeing it, which meant arriving at Meishan Crab Trail early, before the tide had receded. The tour guide temporarily arranged a visit to the Mazu Temple and Baoan Temple to pray, as well as a short break at a cafe, to wait for the tide to recede before going back to see it again. As a result, they were able to see mudskippers and crabs ☺️. Really appreciate Bratt for making it a fulfilling day for the kids.

Although it requires driving to get there, it's truly one of the top choices for family-friendly hotels. It has complete family facilities, including a pool, playground, and more. The rooms are comfortable, the beds are good for sleeping, and the breakfast is delicious. There's nothing to complain about.

The hotel is centrally located, and parking is relatively convenient, though you'll have to pay out of pocket (around $380 NTD for one night, parking calculated until the next day). Hmm... The hotel uses automated check-in, but there are still staff available (we were able to borrow umbrellas when it rained that day). We stayed in a double room, which was quite spacious. The bathroom is a bit outdated (but I'm happy as long as there's a bathtub), but it's clean and tidy. The street view from the window is lovely. My only minor point is that the room is quite large, so why is the TV so small? Just a personal opinion, haha. Overall, the price of just over a thousand NTD makes it a pretty good value for money.

Overall, the experience of staying at the Lakeshore Hotel Hsinchu - Metropolitan was pretty good when booked through Klook. Compared to the Lakeshore Hotel Tainan, the room type and breakfast scale are slightly smaller, but the hotel is located in the city center, making transportation and access to amenities very convenient. The buffet breakfast was generally good, but it's a bit of a shame that it's only served until 10:00 AM and there's no beef soup available. There were a lot of people during the stay, and the underground parking lot easily gets full, requiring parking at a partner parking lot, which is something to be aware of.

The front desk staff provided excellent service. I had some questions because I needed to go to the airport in the early morning, and the staff discussed them with me very patiently. The hotel can also arrange airport transfers. The room was small, tidy, and comfortable. The only thing I found was that the step in the bathroom was a bit high, which was inconvenient. Overall, it was great.

The breakfast buffet has a wide variety of delicious options. The staff is excellent and very attentive. 👍 You can drop off your luggage early and take the kids upstairs to play in the children's play area - my kids had a blast! We slept great that night. The soundproofing is a little lacking; you can hear the kids jumping around upstairs.

The hotel is great overall, and the environment is super clean. Although the check-in process was messed up by Klook's booking system, with the order being transferred without providing the hotel with the transfer code, and Klook's customer service took half an hour to resolve, the receptionist was very patient and helpful, with excellent service 👍

The location is good, and it's confirmed that there's no parking lot, but the room rate is reasonable, and the space is surprisingly spacious. Although you can tell it's an older hotel, it's cleaned very well 👍. Also, the breakfast is very surprising, with many choices and decent flavor. They even serve green smoothies! It's a hotel I'll definitely visit again.