PROs:
1. Quick response by the host
2. Clear instructions
3. Hostel was SUPER clean from the lobby to the common area, to our private room as well as in the common bathroom ( shared )
4. Complete amenities. They also have steam iron for clothes. They also give free toiletries, shampoo and body wash are available in the bathroom
5. Free drinks ( coke, sprite, coffee )
6. Free toast that you can prepare on your own.
7. Rooftop - you can lounge and relax during night time. This is where you can also wash and hang your clothes
8. Good wifi reception in the entire bldg
9. 10-15min walk from hostel to the mrt station ( depending on ur pace ) - we’ve both tried the Zhongshan station and Taipei main station.
10. 711 and family mart nearby
CONs
1. Room was really small. There’s not much space to move unless you’re alone.
2. You can hear people from the other room, so if you are sensitive with sounds specially during bedtime, this might bother you. The flooring in our room is wood which is why it squeeks when you step on it.
3. Need to inform host about the temp in the room as it could get warm sometimes. Owner will graviously adjusted it anyway.
Overall, Hostel 103 is highly recommended! It was a nice stay in this place. Good for it’s price!