Skip to main content
Beginning of main content

"Facilities: Smaller than others; Value: Average price; Service: Poor service; Staying in ChowKing Mansions is a must when in Hong Kong " More

By Ben, from Australia - NSW - Sydney on Wed 13 Feb 2013

Enter dates to see availability

Hotel Description

1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel puts you in the heart of Kowloon, connected to the convention center and within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like K11 Art Mall and Harbour City. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free internet, and LCD TVs.

This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a free grocery shopping service. Added amenities include a sauna, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site.

Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Tsim Sha Tsui hotel include Victoria Harbour and Temple Street Night Market.

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$161* Per night/room 16 Apr. - 17 Apr.

Triple Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Quadruple Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Single Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
2.0 out of 5 2.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 2.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 1.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 1.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for 1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel

Everyone (3)
2 out of 5
Pros: Close to transport
Cons: Did not get what I booked
Location: Close to everything
Facilities: Horrible, No onsuite; Value: Average price; Service: Bad; Cleanliness: Filthy; Did not stay there and they would not give me my money back

Posted by , from Australia - VIC - Melbourne on 26 Feb. 2013

Was this review helpful to you?
3 out of 5
Pros: Location and price were great.
Cons: Being charged to leave bags before check in and poor service.
Location: Close to everything
Facilities: Smaller than others; Value: Average price; Service: Poor service; Staying in ChowKing Mansions is a must when in Hong Kong

Posted by , from Australia - NSW - Sydney on 13 Feb. 2013

Was this review helpful to you?
1 out of 5
Cons: The boss very rude
Facilities: Horrible; Service: Inferior;

Posted by on 5 Aug. 2012

Was this review helpful to you?

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and limo/town car service are available. A sauna, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly 1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel. The hotel can provide concierge services and a complimentary grocery shopping service. Free self parking is available. This Kowloon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Built in 1978
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Wireless internet access , High-speed internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Hong Kong East Tsim Sha Tsui Station (0.4 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel offers 68 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 26-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with hydromassage showerheads, slippers, and hair dryers. This Kowloon hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Pillowtop beds
  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • HD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Refrigerator available
  • Microwave available
  • Coffee maker
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Weekday newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

A complimentary grocery shopping service is offered and 24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 7:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 12:30 AM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 9:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and Eurocard. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Cash or credit card deposit required
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 1:00 AM
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Masks are compulsory at the property

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 20 percent cleaning fee will be charged
  • Bed sheets fee: HKD 20 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: HKD 100 for check-in between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • TWH-Tai Wan
  • TWH-Tai Wan Hostel
  • TWH-Tai Wan Hostel Kowloon
  • TWH-Tai Wan Kowloon
  • Hong Kong Tai Wan Hotel
  • TWH Tai Wan Hotel Kowloon
  • TWH Tai Wan Hotel
  • TWH Tai Wan Kowloon
  • TWH Tai Wan
  • TWH Tai Wan Hostel
  • TWH Tai Wan Hotel
  • 1st Homestay Hk Taiwan Hostel
  • 1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel Hotel
  • 1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel Kowloon
  • 1ST Homestay - HK Taiwan Hostel Hotel Kowloon

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
url importing http://www.wotif.com/Kowloon-Hotels-1ST-Homestay---HK-Taiwan-Hostel.h2532698-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&
There was an error importing /Kowloon-Hotels-1ST-Homestay---HK-Taiwan-Hostel.h2532698-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&, error: javax.servlet.jsp.JspTagException: 301 http://www.wotif.com/Kowloon-Hotels-1ST-Homestay---HK-Taiwan-Hostel.h2532698-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&

Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.