Daniel C.
The owners were always kind and helpful, offering coffee or water whenever they saw me coming or going. I was also glad to be near the World Gym, where day passes are available. I came to Hualien for a dragon boat competition at Lake Liyu, and this was a handy base: I could get to the event while avoiding city traffic, yet still reach the livelier parts of town. The walk to the city centre, with its night market, bars, and restaurants, was about 20-30 minutes. The place itself felt peaceful, which helped me get proper sleep before race day. There were two balconies, including one with a lovely river and mountain view. A nice balance of quiet and nature with the city close enough. I'd recommend it to paddlers coming for the 2026 CCWC competition too.
