Owl Hostel

2.0 star property
Hot springs Yuchi hostel connected to a shopping center, a quick walk to Sun Moon Lake

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Lobby
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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No.45, Wenhua Street, Yuchi Township, Yuchi, Nantou County, 555
  • Yidashao Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sun Moon Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Capsule - Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Deluxe Capsule - Mixed Dorm

  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Single Capsule - Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Yuchi

Sun Moon Lake is within a 5-minute walk of Owl Hostel while other popular sites like Yidashao Pier are within a 15-minute stroll. This 84-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, an arcade/game room, and a library. It's connected to a shopping center in central Yuchi and also close to Sun Moon Lake Ropeway and Sun Moon Lake Wen Wu Temple.

What's nearby

  • Yidashao Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sun Moon Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sun Moon Lake Ropeway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Shueishe Pier - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Shuili Checheng Station - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪金盆阿嬤的香菇茶葉蛋 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪朝霧茶莊 TEA18 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪飯飯雞翅 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪星巴克 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪日月潭餐廳 - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Owl Hostel

Hot springs Yuchi hostel connected to a shopping center, a quick walk to Sun Moon Lake
Guests of Owl Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a library. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include a terrace, a TV in a common area, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and cable TV. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bidets. Bathrooms are shared.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Musical instrument
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files, and shoe mitts
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files, and shoe mitts.

Property is also known as

Owl Hostel Yuchi
Owl Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Owl Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Yuchi

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Owl Hostel?

Owl Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Owl Hostel?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owl Hostel on Jun 24, 2025 start from $35.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Owl Hostel?

This hostel in Yuchi is within a 10-minute walk of Sun Moon Lake and Yidashao Pier. You'll also find Ita Thao Shopping Street and Sun Moon Lake Ropeway less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Owl Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Owl Hostel feature a casino?

No, Owl Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Owl Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Owl Hostel good for couples?

Couples staying at this lakeside hostel will appreciate amenities such as a terrace and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Owl Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Owl Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Owl Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Owl Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Owl Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does Owl Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Owl Hostel?

No, at Owl Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Owl Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Potential bug bite

I think I had bug bites after this, because after check-out and returning home, I had itches and found several bite marks. Please take care in cleaning the bedsheets, blankets, pillow cases, and towels.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the same street as Wyndham Sun Moon Lake, but cost 10x less. Good for 1-2nights stay. Clean place with private, lockable cabins, and very near the ITA Thao shopping street and pier. You can walk along the lake to the cable car station and the Nine Frogs Stack 九蛙疊像. Even though the opening hours of some food stores are quite unpredictable, there are plenty of options and two convenience stores around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to relax at Sun Moon Lake

Great location minutes from lake & boat jetty. Also close to signed walks arond the lake & treks in the forest. Large comfortable capsule room & clean bathrooms. Staff are helpful & friendly. Relaxing kitchen/dining area with free tea & coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Owl Hostel

I liked the idea of sleeping in a cube, it affords privacy in a dormitory situation. I found the staff to very friendly and helpful. The place was clean and tidy. I would have no hesitation about going back, I had a peaceful nights sleep. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First time at a hostel.

This was my first stay at a hostel and it was alright. The place was very clean and well maintained. Staff were very helpful. Each night I had a good sleep, and they even provided breakfast if you ordered ahead. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm welcome at a fabulous hostel!

Fantastic hostel. Great location. Very comfortable “capsule” accommodation. The mattress was extremely comfortable and the lighting and electricity supply were very convenient. Really enjoyed my stay here and the staff were wonderfully friendly. Would definitely highly recommend.
Common seating area - inspiration!
Common room area
My sleeping pod.
Dormitory
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pai Chuan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

一個人的商務住宿好選擇

超級方便超級乾淨
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shu fen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

chin hsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

chin hsi

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHIH JUNG

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pai Chuan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
非常適合司機導遊過夜住宿,安靜乾淨方便價格實惠。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kuo Hua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

HUNG YU

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

YING WEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
很方便的旅店,步行至伊達邵超方便
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heng Shu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu Ching

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim ming

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

HSINCHI

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

YICHENG

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

便利的交通

便利的交通位置,環潭巴士下車走路1分鐘即可抵達,附近有腳踏車租借站,老闆親切且回覆迅速,櫃檯可供寄放行李,適合作為環潭旅行的落腳處。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024