The rooftop outdoor pool at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei with the city at dusk
Taipei · Da'an|Shangri-La|City hotel

Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei

A 43-story Shangri-La on Dunhua South Road, with rooms on the 9th to 37th floors, a rooftop outdoor heated pool open all year, and Taipei 101 views from some room types.

Location
No. 201, Section 2, Dunhua South Road, Da'an District; the nearest MRT stations are Liuzhangli and Xinyi Anhe
Getting there
About 45 minutes to Taoyuan Airport and about 20 minutes to Songshan Airport by hotel car
Rooms
420 rooms and suites (including 37 suites) on the 9th to 37th floors, from 36 sqmCheck-in / check-out 15:00/12:00
Why stay
Rooftop outdoor heated pool on the 43rd floor, open all year; Health Club on the 6th floor, plus VALMONT SPA

At a Glance

What is Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei like?

Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei is at No. 201, Section 2, Dunhua South Road, Da'an District, in a 43-story tower with rooms on the 9th to 37th floors: 420 in all (including 37 suites). The decor blends Chinese and Western styles, with many pieces modeled on Song dynasty art. The lobby connects to a shopping mall, the nearest MRT stations are Liuzhangli Station on the Wenhu Line and Xinyi Anhe Station on the Tamsui–Xinyi Line, and Linjiang Street Night Market is about a 10-minute walk away.

Restaurants and bars include Café at Far Eastern (buffet), Shang Palace (Cantonese) and Li Bai Lounge on the 6th floor, Ibuki (Japanese) on the 7th floor, Marco Polo Restaurant (Italian) on the 38th floor and Shanghai Pavilion (Shanghainese) on the 39th floor, plus Lobby Court and The Cake Room on the 1st floor.

Leisure facilities center on the Health Club on the 6th floor and the rooftop outdoor heated pool on the 43rd floor, plus VALMONT SPA. Since 2025, rooms no longer provide single-use toiletries. It suits travelers whose plans center on Xinyi, the East District and Da'an, or who want a high floor with a view of Taipei 101.

Lantern-style chandeliers, a Buddha statue and sofa seating in the high-ceilinged lobby
Location
No. 201, Section 2, Dunhua South Road, near MRT Liuzhangli Station and Xinyi Anhe Station
Rooms
420 rooms (including 37 suites) on the 9th to 37th floors, from 36 sqm
Dining
Café at Far Eastern, Shang Palace, Ibuki, Marco Polo Restaurant, Shanghai Pavilion, Li Bai Lounge, Lobby Court, The Cake Room
Facilities
43rd-floor rooftop heated pool, 7th-floor summer pool, 6th-floor Health Club, VALMONT SPA
House rules
Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00; Horizon Club guests can request check-out until 16:00 (subject to availability)

✓ A good fit if

  • Travelers whose plans center on Xinyi, the East District and Daan Forest Park: the hotel is on Section 2 of Dunhua South Road, Linjiang Street Night Market is about a 10-minute walk away, and the lobby connects directly to a shopping mall.
  • Travelers who want to see Taipei 101 from a high floor: there are Deluxe Taipei 101 View Rooms and Premier Taipei 101 View Rooms, and the rooftop pool also has city views.
  • Families with children: the Grand Deluxe Family Room is 56 sqm with one large bed and two single beds for up to 4 guests, the hotel offers babysitting and childcare services, and the rooftop pool is open all year.

✕ Consider another hotel if

  • You'd like to stay right above an MRT station and step straight onto the Bannan Line: consider W Taipei, above MRT Taipei City Hall Station. — try W Taipei
  • You want a night in Taipei with a hot spring soak: consider Villa 32 in Beitou (guests aged 16 and over only). — try Villa 32

Highlights

Why stay at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei? Three highlights

01Rooftop Pool

The rooftop outdoor heated pool on the 43rd floor

On the rooftop 43rd floor is an outdoor heated pool with a round jacuzzi set into it, open all year, 6:00–21:00, extended to 22:00 on Fridays, Saturdays and long weekends (up to the night before the holiday ends). A second pool on the 7th floor opens only in summer.

Pool opening hours are subject to the hotel's latest notice.

The rooftop pool at night with Taipei 101 in the distance

02Taipei 101 View

Room types with a view of Taipei 101

To see Taipei 101, book a room type with "Taipei 101 View" in its name: the Deluxe Taipei 101 View Room (40 sqm) or the Premier Taipei 101 View Room (60 sqm), both with a TV and bathtub in the bathroom.

The Plaza Suite (72 sqm) also has rooms with views of the Taipei skyline or Taipei 101. Views in other room types vary by room type, so confirm when booking.

Taipei 101 and the cityscape outside a king room window

03Café at Far Eastern

Café at Far Eastern buffet on the 6th floor

Café at Far Eastern is on the 6th floor, with 12 themed buffet stations: breakfast 06:30–10:00 on weekdays and 06:30–10:30 on weekends and holidays, lunch 11:45–14:00, afternoon tea 15:00–17:00 Wednesday to Sunday, and dinner 18:00–21:30.

On the same floor are Shang Palace for Cantonese cuisine and Li Bai Lounge. For Shanghainese food, head up to Shanghai Pavilion on the 39th floor, and Japanese cuisine is at Ibuki on the 7th floor (closed Mondays and Tuesdays).

Buffet counters and chefs in front of the open kitchen at Café at Far Eastern

Rooms

Rooms

The 420 rooms and suites are spread over the 9th to 37th floors, all non-smoking, with marble bathrooms and a minibar. Views vary by room type, so confirm when booking. For three guests in a room or an extra bed, please check with reservations first.

One large bed and two single beds in a family room

Superior Room

Superior Room

36 sqm with a king bed or twin beds, a walk-in wardrobe and a marble bathroom (bathtub and separate shower).

36 sqmKing or twin

Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

40 sqm with views of the Taipei cityscape or the surrounding hills, a walk-in wardrobe and a work desk.

40 sqmKing or twin

Deluxe Taipei 101 View Room

Deluxe Taipei 101 View Room

40 sqm with views of Taipei 101 and the city, and a marble bathroom with a TV and bathtub.

40 sqm101 view

Grand Deluxe Family Room

Grand Deluxe Family Room

56 sqm with one large bed plus two single beds for up to 4 guests, a window daybed and a sofa sitting area.

56 sqmUp to 4 guests

Premier Room / Premier Taipei 101 View Room

Premier Room / Premier Taipei 101 View Room

60 sqm with a sofa sitting area and TVs in both the living area and the bathroom; the 101 View version looks out on Taipei 101.

60 sqmSitting area

Horizon Club Rooms

Horizon Club Rooms

Check in and out at the Horizon Club on the 36th floor, with daily buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and evening drinks and canapés, and check-out extended to 16:00 (subject to availability).

Club floorLate check-out

Facilities

Facilities

Leisure facilities are the Health Club on the 6th floor and the rooftop pool on the 43rd floor, with restaurants on the 1st, 6th, 7th, 38th and 39th floors.

Pool
43rd-floor rooftop outdoor heated pool open all year, 6:00–21:00 (to 22:00 on Fridays, Saturdays and long weekends); 7th-floor pool open in summer
Fitness
Health Club on the 6th floor: gym 6:00–22:00, sauna 6:00–22:15, plus an aerobics studio and massage services (11:00–19:00, reservation required)
Spa
VALMONT SPA, 12:00–21:00 Sunday to Thursday and 12:00–22:00 on Fridays, Saturdays and the eves of public holidays; last booking 19:30
Dining
Café at Far Eastern, Shang Palace, Li Bai Lounge (6th floor), Ibuki (7th floor), Marco Polo Restaurant (38th floor), Shanghai Pavilion (39th floor), Lobby Court and The Cake Room (1st floor); 24-hour in-room dining
Parking
Guest parking area with Tesla chargers; some room packages include free parking, so confirm when booking
Families
Family rooms sleep up to 4, and babysitting and childcare services are available; check with reservations first for extra beds
Services
Airport transfers, currency exchange, suite butler service, and Muslim-friendly dining and room arrangements (let the hotel know when booking)
House rules
Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00; all rooms non-smoking

Access

Location

The hotel is at No. 201, Section 2, Dunhua South Road, and the nearest MRT stations are Liuzhangli Station on the Wenhu Line and Xinyi Anhe Station on the Tamsui–Xinyi Line. Linjiang Street Night Market is about a 10-minute walk away, and Daan Forest Park and the bars around Xinyi Anhe are nearby too.

By airport bus, take Dayou Bus 1960, about 1 hour 10 minutes for NT$175; the stop is on the street corner beside Dunhua South Road just outside the hotel.

A black sedan under the hotel porte-cochère with a doorman in a red uniform
Taoyuan International Airport
About 45 minutes by hotel car; about 50 minutes by taxi (up to 90 minutes at peak times), fare about NT$1,500
Songshan Airport
About 20 minutes by hotel car
Airport bus
Dayou Bus 1960, about 1 hour 10 minutes, NT$175
MRT
Liuzhangli Station (Wenhu Line), Xinyi Anhe Station (Tamsui–Xinyi Line)
Linjiang Street Night Market
About a 10-minute walk

With a private charter

Coming from Taoyuan International Airport takes about 45 minutes by hotel car, while a taxi at peak times can take up to 90 minutes, so try to avoid arriving during rush hour; Songshan Airport is about 20 minutes away. The hotel car must be booked at least half a day ahead; with a larger group or lots of luggage, a private charter door to door is just as convenient. From Dunhua South Road, Xinyi and the Elephant Mountain trail are both close, which makes for an easy city day tour. Guest parking rules are listed above; please check with the hotel whether they apply to charter vehicles.

FAQ

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei?

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00. Horizon Club room guests can request check-out until 16:00, subject to availability.

Which floor is the pool at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei on, and is it open in winter?

The rooftop 43rd floor has an outdoor heated pool, open all year, 6:00–21:00, extended to 22:00 on Fridays, Saturdays and long weekends. There is also a second pool on the 7th floor that opens in summer.

How long does it take from Taoyuan Airport to Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei?

About 45 minutes by hotel car, which must be booked at least half a day ahead; about 50 minutes by taxi for a fare of about NT$1,500, though it can take up to 90 minutes at peak times; or about 1 hour 10 minutes on Dayou Bus 1960 for NT$175, with the stop just outside the hotel.

Which rooms at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei have a view of Taipei 101?

Room types with "Taipei 101 View" in their names look out on Taipei 101: the Deluxe Taipei 101 View Room (40 sqm) and the Premier Taipei 101 View Room (60 sqm). The Plaza Suite also has rooms with a 101 view. Views vary by room type, so confirm when booking.

Can a family of four stay in one room at Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei?

You can book the Grand Deluxe Family Room, 56 sqm with one large bed plus two single beds, for up to 4 guests. For three guests or an extra bed in other room types, please check with reservations first.

Rates, room types, facility hours and parking rules follow the hotel’s latest notice.

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