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Reviews of Jiufen The Ocean Theory

No.59, Lunding Road, 224 Jiufen, Taiwan

#49 of 94 B&Bs and inns in Jiufen

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Review Score

Based on 167 B&B reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free Wifi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The climb up, over 100 steps, to get to the hotel was difficult so don't bring luggage - leave it somewhere.

    The view was good, the breakfast was excellent and the bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2025

    9.0
    I will definitely visit again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's located at the top of Jiufen Old Street, which means you'll have to climb a lot of stairs. If you're carrying large luggage or traveling with elderly people, this B&B might not be suitable for you.

    It's located at the top of Jiufen Old Street, where you can enjoy peace and quiet. The staff are friendly and chill. They have a LINE account for tourists to ask questions, and they reply immediately. I like the retro-style furniture and decorations. The shared areas are tidy and comfortable as well. There were spectacular views from the room I got—I could spend all day in my room taking photos, haha. Overall, I will definitely visit again!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cozy and comfortable, great service, clean environment, reasonable price. 10/10.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2025

    10
    Great location, smooth late check-in, and helpful staff – highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    I had a very pleasant stay. Even though I arrived late due to a flight delay, everything was prepared in advance and check-in went smoothly. The staff the next morning was very helpful and even assisted with booking a taxi. I can truly recommend this hotel – the location is excellent and the service was great.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2025

    9.0
    Overall it is worth to live a few days and spend time there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No elevator for carrying luggages to upstairs

    The view is really good, and staff is friendly and nice.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    warm welcome and simply beautiful hotel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2025

    9.0
    Nice public spaces, convenient location, great breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very hard to find a car park, narrow roads to drive in, we bumped our rental car when try to give way to a car, and we ended up paying for NT 5000 additional fee ( the space of the road only allow one car to drive through, but you might meet another car drive opposite direction, forcing you to drive backwards all the way to the entrance if you are unlucky like us)

    Great location, 2min walking distance to business street. Cozy and beautiful public spaces in level 2 & 3

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had a great stay! The staff were super nice and friendly, always ready to help. The bed was incredibly soft and comfortable — honestly one of the best I’ve slept in. The toilet was spotless and everything felt really clean. The whole place had a calm, welcoming atmosphere that made it easy to relax. Would definitely recommend and stay again!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    relaxed athmosphere, quite setting, but just off the main road, a few steps down

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2025

    9.0
    Very cool decor, with great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s not a really big deal, but I think the staff could’ve been a little more friendly.

    I really liked the style of the hotel and views of the ocean. The breakfast was also very good. My husband really appreciated all the plugs in the room and the pressure of the shower.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2025

    9.0
    Great service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The shower is not the most spacious but super clean with hot watter. In terms off value for money it is not even an issue.

    The breakfest was very nice, lovelly common rooms, super clean, comfy bed and great location.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We book for overnight stay and have 3 big luggage. It was not convenient to carry up the staircase to the hotel, and it was raining upon our arrival. We called the staff for help but were unable to assist, reason only 1 person was working at the counter. Hope the hotel provides a better service to assist with luggage as not many visitors understand the location situation in Jiufen.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast exceeded my expectations. Coastal view was exceptional. Room was spacious and clean

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    9.0
    Great value for money however extremely difficult to find.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely views in the village on the side if the mountains. Very short walk to shops and eateries.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Make sure to open the windows more often in room

    Everything was great 👍 👌 👍

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2025

    9.0
    Happy and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our toilet wasn’t flushing properly

    Very comfortable. Great location right above old street. Good breakfast and nice views.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    8.0
    Okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very cold

    Very concept ish .

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    breakfast very nice and delicious

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    10
    Cosy & cute solo stay for New Years Eve
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Great experience

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2024

    10
    A very cosy little spot high up with great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is pretty perfect. My girls love it.

    Very nice location with great view of the ocean. The place is very cosy and lots of common area for chilling. It has stunning views and easy access to the eating and shopping street. I love the charming steps and alleyways.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2024

    9.0
    Great Stay in Jiufen.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Towel hanger was inside shower stall, so not practical. Not a lot of space for bags inside the room, which was not an issue for us as we just had backpacks, but could be problematic for those with larger bags.

    Wonderful staff. Really nice people run this place. The location is good, but a bit of a walk from the bus stand. Great shower. Wonderful breakfast buffet with vegan vegetarian options. A hot/cold water dispenser with coffee & tea 24/7. Very clean updated facility with nice common areas. Comfortable bed. They changed the towels on request. Free use of umbrellas. Good WiFi. Good TV with English channels.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The toiler is the kind that you need to throw the toilet paper into the bin next to it. This is common in Taiwan and I don't hold it against the place, but this is something to keep in mind if you are uncomfortable with this kind of thing.

    The location gave a great view of the sea and was a comfortable base to explore Jiufen, though I recommend taking a taxi straight there because trying to drag luggage through the busy and narrow streets and up so many stairs is very stressful. Staff are helpful and will give recommendations for shops, as well as call a taxi if requested. The beds are queen-sized and can fit three adult people, but only just. They will repeatedly emphasise to you the bed is small, so it is entirely your responsibility if you book it for 3 people and you can't fit in. There is an extra charge for the third person in the room for things like extra towels that you must pay in cash.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2024

    8.0
    Jiufen Community, Scenic Views, and anything you want to buy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I did not like the size of my room nor the facilities in general. Hotels of this type in Taiwan are lower in price. Relatively speaking these are a bargain. The room size was a little small. When I stay for 3 days and 3 nights I like to spread things in my luggage out so I can access them, and not have to repack items everyday. There was little space to spread things out, and to make it easier for the cleaning person having a lot of things lying around compromise their efficiency. The shower was enclosed in the same enclosure as the toilet. I am 5'6" and found it cramped. But you do get a private full service bathroom. Realistically the small room matched its price. My view was an alley and old buildings. Jiufen is know for scenic views, so I was disappointed. I asked for a room with better view but none were available. Booking.com listed my hotel room as having a view. But a view of a dark alley and building. I will try to attach a photo of my view. Expect to pay more for the fantastic scenic views on the 3rd floor facing the ocean.

    This hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Jiufen district with a lot of streets and alleys to explore. It is within a short walking distance to Old Jiufen Street. There are some fantastic views of the hilly area from the hotel and in the town itself. This hotel has great views but I would recommend the 3rd floor. The first floor is blocked by 2 tress in front the hotel. These 2 trees somewhat obstruct the second floor. The 3rd floor has the best views. It rises above the 2 trees. I think it is worth the extra cost if you can afford it. My room had a view of the back alley on the second floor. There are lounging areas for all guests on the 2nd and 3rd floor with a wide scenic view of the ocean and coastal area. The lounging area on the 2nd floor have standard chairs and tables. The 3rd floor lounging area has floor seating that Americans associate with Japanese Tatamies. There are no elevators so you will have to carry your bags up multiple flights of stairs. It was not easy for me. Breakfast is a traditional Taiwanese offering with many choices. Coffee and toasts are available. As a Chinese-American I enjoyed the breakfast offerings. There is at least one restaurant within 3 minutes walk that offer western style breakfast. I did not go but saw their menu offerings. Of course there are many options for food in the immediate area. It can be bewildering with all the options available. Overall I enjoyed my stay and wanted to stay another night but I had made reservations in Taipei. I am a photographer. I took many photo images during the early morning and late afternoon hours. The coastal mountains and harbors offered beautiful images.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was quite small, but manageable. Be aware, the location is at the very top of the old town, and you will need to climb a lot of stairs if you come by bus - it's a decent workout :)

    We stayed for two nights and loved it. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location is beautiful with great views, even on cloudy days. The common areas were beautiful, with a serene atmosphere. The breakfast was very tasty - we are vegetarian and the staff was very accommodating. There was a good mix of Western and Eastern food options.

    Stayed in November 2024

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