Alan is simply the best host: friendly, helpful and incredibly kind. He is available at all hours to assist with any problems that you may have navigating Taipei or the various Taiwanese systems. He has helped me more times than I care to admit, always with a smile! Staying with Alan means not only a great room in a great location (with handy shops, the MRT and the night market mere steps away) but also the chance of good company and making a friend on your travels. Highly, highly recommended!