Our AirBNB experience in Taipei was great for 2 reasons: (1) the place and, (2) our host. Hank's place is clean, comfortable and accessible by train, bus and MRT. The place is well kept and equipped with large screen tv with cable; kitchenette with microwave, fridge, electric kettle and stove; auto electronic water closet and heated shower. We also found toothbrushes, shampoo, and body wash for us to use. A washer can be found at the balcony for laundry. A local cellphone was available so we can hook up with wifi while in the room and while on the go. The beds and bedding (and aircon) made resting at night so comfortable. But what we really liked was it's location. There's a Watson's, a lots of food stalls and convenience stores for quick food and stuff. Being just across the street from Taiwan Main Station, it's accessible by bus and train to and from the airport. Also, the mall at the ground floor is connected to the MRT and made getting around the city a breeze. Hank also provided us with Easycards which we could load up and use for going around the city (on tip though, just load the amount you would need for bus/MRT/train during your stay. Any excess cannot be converted to cash. If you do find yourselves with a sizable amount left, you can use it to buy stuff at 7/11). To top it all off, the place is only a block away from the Museum of Contemporary Art!!!
Hank, our host, was so kind as to look for us when we got lost in the mall on the way to checking-in. He found us and accompanied us to our room and thoroughly oriented us on the place. A little challenged speaking in English, we used google translate to communicate and that works out pretty well. When asked what places he suggest we visit, we came back with brochures and was eager to give advise on pros and cons of some sites. He's like your instant local friend.
Hank and his place, highly recommended!