I stayed at the Grand Hyatt Taipei for five nights in July 2025 during a work trip. Positioned directly opposite Taipei 101, it’s a solid property that handles the basics well, making it a comfortable choice for work or leisure.

Location

The hotel sits directly opposite Taipei 101, which is a convenient location to get around Taipei. You’re never going to wonder where you are in Taipei when you walk outside. Getting around the city from here is straightforward. The Taipei MRT is within easy walking distance, and you can connect to the Taoyuan MRT to reach the airport. It’s roughly an hour by car, or a bit longer by metro depending on connections, but all very manageable.

The rates were reasonable during my stay, though that was partly because it was booked under a negotiated group rate. You’ll occasionally read online that the Grand Hyatt Taipei is haunted, supposedly rooted in something from the Japanese colonial period. Most sources treat this as urban myth, so it depends how superstitious you are. Regardless, quite thankful I didn’t experience anything remotely spooky during my five nights.

The lobby itself is properly impressive though. They’ve got a striking flower display as you enter that sets a nice tone for the property.

Check-in

With Guest of Honor, I expected at least some kind of room upgrade. I didn’t get one, even upon request, and not even to one of those “better view” rooms. You might have better luck as a Globalist member however.

The room

I was booked into the lead-in King Bed room, which measures 33 sqm, facing the city. My room came with no direct Taipei 101 views, and it was even overlooking the roof of the adjacent building, so there was nothing exciting to see.

There was a sofa bed as well, which was quite spacious. A work desk was available, which is useful if you’re actually there for work, like I was.

The room itself was comfortable enough.

The bathroom was genuinely impressive. It’s decently sized, and the shower came with decent pressure. Balmain toiletries were also provided, as expected of a 5-star hotel. Water bottles were also thoughtfully provided for brushing your teeth if you prefer not to use tap water, even though tap water in Taipei itself is considered safe.

Interestingly, my room had a full bidet toilet. Apparently not all lead-in rooms get this, so it’s worth asking about if that’s something you care about.

You get a Nespresso machine and tea in the room, plus a mini-bar. If you have lounge access you won’t need the coffee setup, but it’s there if you do. Just be careful not to accidentally charge yourself from the mini-bar though! Snacks in the room are chargeable rather than complimentary.

The welcome amenity was three apples. That’s it. At this price point, I’d genuinely expected something more thoughtful, perhaps local Taipei snacks or something with a bit more thought put into it. Three apples felt underwhelming.

The facilities

The fitness centre is open to hotel guests, and it’s well-equipped. There are actually two gyms on the same floor, which means even during peak times you’re not stuck waiting for equipment.

The pool is outdoors, though the weather can be pretty cold and rainy, just like what’s shown below. I didn’t use it, so I can’t speak to the water temperature, but it’s an odd shape, not your typical rectangular lap pool. There’s also a steam room on the facility level, though they don’t allow photos.

The lounge

The main benefit as a Guest of Honor (or if you’re a Hyatt Globalist member) was access to the Grand Club Lounge on level 22. It was busy most of the time, though not impossible to find a seat.

Most seating faces Taipei 101, which is the lounge’s best feature. Watching the tower light up in the evening is pleasant with a drink in hand.

The food and drink offerings were respectable. They had light bites like tomato avocado tarts and cheddar cheese, alongside steamed options like pumpkin and taro dishes.

There was beef chilli con carne for something more substantial, with placards noting where the meat came from.

If you wanted, you could also request made-to-order food from the live counter. On some days, there wasn’t a menu shown, so you had to pick and choose by looking over the counter.

Tea, wine, and juices were available, though I didn’t spot champagne or sparkling wine. I suppose you could also request for cocktails if you wanted.

Honestly, if you want genuinely exciting food, Taipei’s night markets will offer far better options. The lounge is nevertheless great for evening cocktails and canapes, but don’t expect it to be a destination in itself.

You can also have your breakfast at the Club Lounge, though I would genuinely recommend you to go to the Café on level 1 for breakfast.

Breakfast

The breakfast is served at the Café, on level 1. This is where the Grand Hyatt Taipei actually stands out. The breakfast was genuinely impressive, and I looked forward to it each morning.

The spread was extensive without feeling chaotic. There was a live cooking station, and alongside that were proper local Taiwanese offerings mixed with international options. The variety was genuinely surprising.

The buffet stations stayed neat and well-stocked. The staff seemed to understand that breakfast service requires attention to detail. There was even a cute bakery section for various types of pastries.

Over five mornings, I didn’t get bored, which is saying something for a hotel breakfast. There were a whole lot of other different sections too, too bad I didn’t take more photos!

Concluding thoughts

The Grand Hyatt Taipei is a solid property. The location opposite Taipei 101 is genuinely excellent, and the breakfast is legitimately the highlight of any stay here. That alone makes it worth considering if you’re visiting Taipei.

The Club Lounge is nice, particularly for evening drinks with a view of the tower lit up. That said, you’re in Taipei. Food is cheap, abundant, and genuinely exceptional at the night markets and local restaurants scattered throughout the city. So don’t feel like you need to rely solely on the lounge for meals.

The lead-in room itself is quite good. It’s a standard 5-star offering that is large, comfortable, and well-equipped. The welcome amenity of three apples was disappointing however, and the lack of room upgrade (even for the same category with better views) as a Guest of Honor status was a letdown. If you’re after elite benefits, you might want to consider whether this property will deliver what you’re hoping for.

But overall? It’s a competent, well-run hotel with excellent breakfast and a brilliant location. I’d stay here again, and I wouldn’t hesitate recommending it to someone visiting Taipei for work or leisure. Just manage your expectations on the perks and elite treatment, and you’ll have a pleasant stay.