Leofoo Residences — the serviced apartment that makes Taipei feel like home
Leofoo Residences (六福居) is a 4-star serviced apartment in Zhongshan that goes far beyond what a typical hotel room can offer. Every suite is 59–82 sqm with a full kitchen, an in-unit washer/dryer, and a private balcony — all just a 5-minute walk from MRT Zhongshan. Whether you're here for a workation, a longer holiday, or simply refuse to pay for a tiny hotel room, this is Taipei's answer.
Leofoo Residences is the serviced-apartment brand of the Leofoo Tourism Group, positioned along Nanjing East Road Section 1, overlooking Linsen Park in Zhongshan. With only 49 suites across the building — just four units per floor — it is dramatically quieter than any conventional hotel. Guests repeatedly note that even with thin walls in a city as lively as Taipei, you rarely hear a neighbour.
The headline attraction is sheer size. The City View Suites measure 59.4 sqm with a clearly separate living room, a working desk, a full bedroom, and a proper kitchen fitted with an induction hob, microwave, refrigerator and kettle. The Park View Suite reaches 82.5 sqm — closer to a genuine one-bedroom apartment than any hotel room. Select City View King Suites add a private hot tub for those who want a spa element without booking a hot-spring resort.
Guests describe it like this: "It genuinely felt like staying in a proper apartment. Four units per floor, total silence, a real kitchen, and the washer meant they packed half of what they normally would."
The in-unit washer-dryer is the feature that earns the most effusive praise from long-stay guests — toss in a load before bed, wake up to clean clothes, no laundromat, no surcharge. Remote workers and slow travellers planning multi-week stays often choose Leofoo Residences specifically for this. The hotel also offers a Long Stay Package for stays exceeding one month, and mechanical parking is available free of charge — a rarity in this central location.
The common spaces are thoughtfully done. The first-floor Reading Lounge is open 24 hours with newspapers, magazines and a workspace — a comfortable backup office if your suite isn't quiet enough. Between 14:00 and 20:00 the lobby runs a Happy Hour with seasonal Taiwanese drinks and snacks, included for guests. The rooftop Nook Bar (18:00–23:00) pours over 40 handcrafted cocktails, mocktails and wines alongside a Taipei skyline that frames Taipei 101 in the distance — the kind of find that surprises most guests who didn't know it existed.
A few honest caveats: there is no swimming pool and no fitness centre. Breakfast is not included in most room rates (a buffet can be added for an extra charge). Some reviewers mention the furniture is starting to show its age, particularly in corners that are harder to clean, and a few rooms needed a minute or two for the hot water to warm up. The kitchen is supplied with the basics — induction hob, pots, utensils — but guests planning to cook seriously should pick up washing-up liquid and a tea towel from the nearby FamilyMart.
Bottom line: Leofoo Residences earns its top ranking for anyone who wants the independence of a real apartment with the service and location of a hotel. Value per square metre is exceptional compared with boutique hotels in the same district, and the 5-minute walk to MRT Zhongshan puts the whole city within easy reach. If you're staying more than two nights and want to feel settled rather than transient, there is no better base in Taipei.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Excellent location — 5 minutes from MRT Zhongshan, surrounded by restaurants and shops
- ✓ Suites are much larger than a standard Taipei hotel room — separate living room, full kitchen, balcony
- ✓ In-unit washer and dryer are a genuine game-changer for packing light on longer trips
- ✓ Only 4 units per floor: exceptionally quiet, apartment-like feel
- ! Some furniture is dated and hard-to-reach corners can be dusty
- ! No pool, no gym; breakfast not included in most rates
- ! Kitchen basics provided but no washing-up liquid or dish towels — buy these yourself
- ✓ Friendly and helpful front-desk staff and housekeeping team
- ✓ Large suites with bathtub, balcony and great city or park views
- ✓ In-unit washer/dryer perfect for week-long or multi-week stays
- ✓ Free mechanical parking — genuinely rare for this central location
- ! Hot water in some rooms takes a moment to warm up
- ! Dryer cycle is long and may need a second run for thicker items
- ! No on-site restaurant — you cook in your room or head outside
- 💡If you need a swimming pool or gym on-site — Leofoo Residences has neither → for a stay that revolves around pool time or daily gym sessions, look at hotels in Xinyi or Daan that include these facilities
- 💡If you're only staying one or two nights and want breakfast included — breakfast isn't bundled in most rates here → the value proposition is much stronger for multi-night stays when the kitchen, laundry and space really earn their keep
- 💡If brand-new interior design matters to you — the furnishings are functional and clean but showing some age → if you prioritise a generous, well-equipped space over fresh décor, Leofoo delivers; if cutting-edge interiors are the priority, there are newer options in the market