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Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Taipei, Taiwan · Shangri-La · Grand Luxury
Palmer and Turner with Taiwan's Chu-Yuan Lee shaped Far Eastern Plaza so the twin towers read as the character eight from above, then opened this 420-room Shangri-La in December 1994. Song dynasty-inspired interiors by Chhada Siembieda Remedios fill the public rooms. Guests have included Bill Clinton, Tom Cruise, Jackie Chan, Ang Lee, and John Woo; Marco Polo Lounge looks toward Taipei 101.
- 420 rooms
- Opened 1994
- Neighborhood: Da'an
- Rooms from 388 sq ft (36 m²)
- Architect: Palmer & Turner; Chu-Yuan Lee (Taiwan)
- Interiors: Chhada Siembieda Remedios
About Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
- A heated rooftop pool on the 43rd floor looks toward Taipei 101, 19 minutes by transit from Dunhua South Road.
- Shang Palace held Michelin Guide recognition; Shanghai Pavilion sits on the 39th floor with the same skyline.
- Pierce Brosnan is also on the guest list, a Bond-era name the house adds to its recorded visitors.
- Entry-level rooms start at 388 sq ft (36 m²).
History
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei is the tallest hotel in Taipei at 43 stories, part of the Far Eastern Plaza complex designed to resemble the lucky number 8 from above. Opened in December 1994, it offers panoramic views of the city skyline and Taipei 101 from its high ceilings and rooftop. The urban retreat blends Eastern and Western decor with Song dynasty touches in an atrium garden setting.
The setting
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei stands on Section 2 of Dunhua South Road in Da'an District, where it shares a rare luxury cluster with a fellow landmark hotel on one of Asia's most valuable residential corridors. The surrounding East District concentrates premium retail, SOGO and Breeze Center, alongside acclaimed Michelin-starred dining, while Da'an consistently commands the city's highest real estate prices. Taipei 101 is 19 minutes by transit and the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall 21 minutes away; from the hotel's 43rd-floor rooftop pool, both landmarks anchor an expansive Taipei panorama. 9 km from Shilin Night Market.
Restaurants and bars
- Shang Palace — Restaurant · Cantonese
- ibuki — Restaurant · Japanese
- Marco Polo — Restaurant · Italian
- Shanghai Pavilion — Restaurant · Chinese
- Café at Far Eastern — Café
Experiences
- Rooftop outdoor swimming pool — Rooftop outdoor swimming pool with a view over the Taipei cityscape.
- Restaurants and bars — Seven restaurants and bars, including Muslim-friendly meals available via the in-room dining menu.
- The Mall shopping connection — The lobby connects to 'The Mall' shopping centre, with a lobby shop on site.
Amenities
- rooftop outdoor heated pool
- spa
- health club/gym
- butler service in suites
- 5 restaurants & 3 bars
- conference facilities
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- EV charging
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
- Conde Nast Traveler World's Best Hotel (2023)
- Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice (2016-2025)
- Forbes Travel Guide Star Award (2017-2025)
- MICHELIN Guide hotel (2018-2020)
- Shang Palace MICHELIN Guide (2018-2023)
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