Where to stay in Taipei

Situated in a central setting in Taipei, 10 minutes' walk from Taipei Main train station, New May Flower Hotel Taipei features 46 rooms. Wi-Fi in the rooms, a lift and free newspapers are featured at this hotel.

Green World Flora Annex Taipei hotel is a great place to stay in Zhongzheng District with grand government buildings, including the Baroque-style Presidential Office Building, a 25-minute walk from the cultural center "Huashan 1914 Creative Park". This hotel offers a lift and a vending machine, along with 84 rooms overlooking the city.

The comfortable Cat Tail Pocket Inn Ximen Taipei has 16 rooms and is located nearly a 25-minute walk from NTUH International Convention Centre Conference Center. The inn features 24-hour security service along with luggage storage.

The 3-star Sunny Hotel Taipei, located a 19-minute walk from the 19th - century Bangka Qingshan Temple, offers 20 cosy rooms. The hotel boasts views of the city and offers Wi-Fi in public areas.

Situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from National Taiwan Museum, the 52-room 橙舍一館 Tw Hostel I Taipei provides a safe deposit box for the safety of guests.

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the 19-room 4Plus Hostel Taipei is situated 18 minutes' walk from Legacy Taipei Live Music Venue. Offering a shared lounge and a laundromat, the hostel is located in the Zhongshan district, within reach of Zhongshan underground station.

Offering luggage storage, the 3-star Hotel 6 - Wannien Taipei lies in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars, just 1.8 km from National Museum of History and just 12 minutes' walk from Guangzhou Street Night Market. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Featuring currency exchange and a lift, New World Hotel Taipei is located 7 minutes' walk from Mengxia Park. This hotel also includes parking.

Overlooking the city, the smoke-free Smile Inn - Taipei Main is located 2.8 km from the center Daan Forest Park. Boasting a location not far from 2/28 Peace Park, this 3-star inn features 29 rooms as well as a shared lounge and luggage storage.

The 3-star smoke-free 雲富大飯店 Hotel Cloud-Zhongshan Taipei is situated in a business area of Taipei, merely 1.7 km from the cultural center "Huashan 1914 Creative Park" and only a 7-minute walk from Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Mall. This comfortable hotel has views of the city and features Wi-Fi in public areas.

Located a mere 0.8 km from the well-known Lungshan Temple, the 2-star Fu Chang Hotel Taipei offers modern rooms about a 25-minute walk from the traditional Nanmen Market. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas along with currency exchange and a lift, available on site too.

The comfortable Ximenhotel-Xining Branch西門大飯店-西寧館 Taipei hotel includes comfortable rooms about a 25-minute stroll from the multi-purpose Huashan 1914 Creative Park. Thanks to its convenient location, this Taipei hotel stands 2.2 km from Guling Street Avant-Garde Theatre, which is a great place to have a fun time.

The 4-star Santos Hotel Taipei offers quick access to Wunchanggong, situated merely a 5-minute walk away. This Taipei hotel also entices guests with a 24-hour round-trip airport shuttle.

Boasting a sundeck and a library, Colormix Hotel & Hostel Taipei is located 9 minutes' walk from 2/28 Peace Park. The hotel offers 43 rooms and amenities such as luggage storage and a shopping area.

Located 2.4 km from Xinsheng Park Area of Taipei Expo Park, the comfortable 泊居旅店二館 Oursinn Hotel 2 Taipei is in the immediate vicinity of Catholic Church. Boasting a location only 7 minutes' walk from Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei, the 3-star smoke-free hotel features 18 rooms as well as a restaurant.

The 3-star smoke-free Cu Hotel Taipei is 2.8 km from the well-known Lungshan Temple, and features a vending machine and a lift onsite. Approximately 10 minutes by car from the 19th-century Bangka Qingshan Temple, the comfortable hotel offers air-conditioned rooms plus a fitness centre.

Featuring luggage storage onsite, Chia Rong Hostel Taipei is situated in the Datong district of Taipei, within 25 minutes' walk of Syntrend Shopping Mall. Guests can take advantage of top-notch service along with Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Offering air-conditioned rooms, Cj Hotel Taipei is a 6-minute walk from Shi Zi Lin Mall. Featuring a lift and free newspapers throughout the property, the hotel is located 3.1 km from One Piece Store.

Featuring a laundromat and a restaurant, the 3-star Noa - Stay Yanping Taipei hotel lies only a 5-minute walk from Twatutia. The hotel provides private parking for TWD 100 per day on site.

The comfortable 喜園旅館ximen Garden Inn Taipei, located in Ximending, where you can try ice cream topped with everything from red beans to meat flakes, nearly 25 minutes' walk from the traditional Nanmen Market, features views of the city. This Taipei hotel also includes a car park.

Conveniently located about a 25-minute walk from the newish Xingtian Temple, the 3-star Master Hotel Taipei features rooms with views of the garden. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in public areas.

The 3-star Royal Inn Taipei Linsen - Huashan 1914 Creative Park, located in the business district of Taipei, 2.9 km from Snake Alley Market, features views of the city. Wi-Fi is available in public areas as well as currency exchange and a lift.

The 3-star Walker Hotel - Zhengyi Taipei, located approximately a 5-minute stroll from Kong Jyun San Chong Yi Cun, boasts 107 air-conditioned rooms. This Taipei hotel lies in the Sanchong district of Taipei, 2.4 km from such cultural sights as Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei.

The 60-room Meow Day Hostel 喵喵有約青年旅舍 Taipei is located around a 25-minute walk from Youth Park and features a shared lounge and hiking trails. Offering Wi-Fi, the affordable hostel also boasts a location just a few steps from Ximen.

Offering tour/ticket assistance to its guests, the youth Backpackers Hostel - Ximen Taipei is located in the Wanhua district of Taipei. Offering bag storage, this affordable hostel is around 25 minutes' walk from NTUH International Convention Centre Conference Center.

Offering a laundromat and luggage storage, the comfortable Fun Stay Inn Chengdu Taipei lies in Ximending, where you can try ice cream topped with everything from red beans to meat flakes, 2.3 km from the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall" and nearly a 20-minute walk from 2/28 Peace Park. Featuring 14 rooms with views of the city, this 3-star hotel is 2.2 km from the traditional Nanmen Market.

Located in Zhongzheng District with grand government buildings, including the Baroque-style Presidential Office Building, nearly 25 minutes' walk from NTUH International Convention Centre Conference Center, the comfortable Wondertime Taipei Station - Hankou Ladies hostel features parking as well as Wi-Fi.

Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, 沃客伽洲 Hotel Taipei is 10 minutes' drive from Presidential Office Building. This hotel entices guests with private car parking, available nearby.

Located 18 minutes' walk from National Taiwan Museum, the 2-star Formosa 101 Taipei Main Branch Hotel includes 63 rooms. The hotel features 24-hour security along with luggage storage.

Situated about a 5-minute ride from Taipei Cinema City Park, the 3-star Royal Rose Hotel Ximen Taipei offers comfortable rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. This Taipei inn lies in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars, 2.2 km from such cultural sights as National Museum of History.

The 39-room Cube - Taipei Main hostel, located a 20-minute walk from the cultural center "Huashan 1914 Creative Park", features Wi-Fi in public areas. Providing express check-out and a 24-hour front desk for guests' convenience, this inn also boasts a location just near Taipei-Main-Station.

Located nearly 5 minutes' walk from Dadaocheng Pier, the comfortable Hu House - Taipei Hotel gives easy access to various tourist attractions. Boasting a convenient location, the 4-star hotel invites guests to a Chinese restaurant serving Chinese dishes.

Offering a lift and a tour desk, 禾寓 北車 Hey!U Hotel Taipei is located approximately a 25-minute walk from the 19th-century Bangka Qingshan Temple. Boasting a location not far from Ximending, the inn features 22 rooms as well as luggage storage.

Offering 21 rooms, the 3-star non-smoking Ark Hotel - Dongmen Taipei is near the entertainment district of Taipei, within 20 minutes' walk of National Taiwan Museum. The highlights of this Taipei hotel include currency exchange and a lift, it also offers Wi-Fi in public areas.

The comfortable 3-star K Hotels Taipei Linsen is only 5 minutes on foot from Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei and offers currency exchange and a lift. This Taipei hotel lies in Taipei Main Station where guests can easily take public transportation to explore the rest of the city, 2.2 km from such cultural sights as the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall".

The 3-star The Door Inn Taipei offers quick access to Taipei Contemporary Art Centre, which is merely a 5-minute walk away. Boasting a location near Twatutia, this Taipei hotel features 5 rooms as well as luggage storage.

Located 14 minutes' walk from Guangzhou Street Night Market, Walker Hotel. Ximen Taipei includes 16 rooms with views of the city. Wi-Fi throughout the property, a lift and a tour desk are featured at the hotel.

Offering a night market and a restaurant, the fantastic Dealer Hotel Taipei lies in the Datong district of Taipei, merely 600 metres from DaDaoCheng Theater and just 1.4 km from Armed Forces Museum. Discover the perfect combination of air-conditioned rooms and linen service and daily housekeeping at the 3-star smoke-free inn.

Merely a 5-minute walk from Longshan Temple underground station, Ku Shan Yuan Hotel-No Lift Taipei is situated in a shopping area of Taipei, 550 metres from the known Lungshan Temple. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms.

Rich Garden Hotel Taipei is a great place to stay in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars, a 16-minute walk from National Museum of History. You will find a laundromat at the hotel.

Located nearly a 5-minute stroll from Ximen underground station, the fantastic 3-star Han She Hotel Taipei offers air-conditioned rooms with views of the city. The smoke-free hotel is in Ximending, where you 'll find Taipei's best trainer stores, 2.4 km from such natural sights as Huajiangyanya Natural Park.

The 2-star Longshan Inn Taipei, located in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars, around a 5-minute walk from Longshan Temple Underground Shopping Bazaar, features views of the city. This Taipei hotel offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and has a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access.

Nestled in the Zhongshan district, the smoke-free Stay Inn 2 Taipei is 2.4 km from National Taiwan Museum. Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, this 3-star inn also has amenities such as a laundromat and luggage storage.

The 3-star Wholesome Hotel Taipei includes a cash machine and a tour desk and lies a 6-minute walk from Sugar Factory Cutural Area Monument. Featuring 74 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is 2.5 km from Xiahai City God Buddhist Temple.

The 3-star smoke-free Gawa Hotel Taipei provides proximity to the urban Rongxing Garden Park, which is located only 1.9 km away. Offering luggage storage, this Taipei inn features 19 rooms overlooking city.

Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Hotel 6 - Ximen Taipei sits 16 minutes' walk from Snake Alley Market. The hotel provides a safe deposit box and baggage storage to ensure guests' safety.

Located merely a 5-minute stroll from San Chong Xie Zhang Bridge, the comfortable 3-star Rich & Free Ez Inn - Sanchong Taipei features a library and playground. The smoke-free inn is a good starting point for Taipei's sports attractions, including Taipei Zhongshan Sports Centre, which is 2.5 km away.

Located in the Zhongshan district and about a 5-minute walk from Shuanglian tube station, the 2-star Hotel I Journey Taipei offers currency exchange and a tour desk. The hotel features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Featuring luggage storage onsite, the 4-room Easymind Guesthouse Taipei Main hostel is situated in the Datong district, about 6 km from the venerable nighttime Raohe Night Street Market. If you need to keep in touch with the outside world, the comfortable hostel provides Wi-Fi in public areas.

The 2-star Say Love Hotel Taipei enjoys a prime location, 2.7 km from places of worship like the modern Xingtian Temple, and provides guests with a laundromat and luggage storage. This comfortable hotel boasts views of the city and offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.

The 3-star smoke-free Hotel B7 Journey 行旅 Taipei is located around 600 metres from 2/28 Peace Park and provides guided tour service for a better travel experience. The hotel is a good starting point for Taipei's sports attractions, including Taipei Zhongshan Sports Centre, which is merely 1.4 km away.

The 3-star 華麗大飯店ferrary Hotel Taipei is located approximately 25 minutes' walk from National Concert Hall and offers luggage storage. While staying at this Taipei hotel, a safe deposit box and 24-hour security are available for guests to use.

Offering comfortable rooms, the 3-star Hub Hotel Ximen Inn Taipei is just a 5-minute walk from Wannian Commercial Building. The modern Xingtian Temple is located 3.3 km from the inn, boasting a coffee bar and city views.

The 3-star Nei Jiang Hotel Taipei offers access to the traditional Nanmen Market, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Offering luggage storage, this Taipei hotel features 39 rooms overlooking city.

Boasting a convenient setting in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars around a 15-minute stroll from religious sites like the 19th - century Bangka Qingshan Temple, the comfortable 2-star 橙舍太空艙 Tw Capsule Hostel Taipei hotel offers luggage storage. This Taipei capsule hotel also provides guests with a safe deposit box.

The 3-star Hotel 6 - Zhonghua Taipei stands about a 20-minute walk from NTUH International Convention Centre Conference Center and features express check-out and 24-hour reception desk. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to fax and photocopying facilities, and a work desk.

The 3-star Wallsun Hotel Taipei is located just 7 minutes' walk from the multi-purpose Huashan 1914 Creative Park and provides guided tour service for a better travel experience. The hotel lies in Zhongzheng District with grand government buildings, including the Baroque-style Presidential Office Building, 2.2 km from such cultural sights as the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall".

Located in the Ximending district of Taipei, Inn Cube - Ximen Taipei hostel offers guests to enjoy a shared lounge. Offering baggage storage, the Taipei hostel is approximately a 25-minute stroll from the multi-purpose Huashan 1914 Creative Park.

The 3-star Holiday Inn Express Taipei Train Station By Ihg has 140 rooms and is located around a 25-minute walk from Yuanshan Park. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a photocopy machine and complimentary internet access.

Red Cabin Inn Taipei offers 13 rooms a 12-minute walk from Wannian Commercial Building. This hotel also features Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Situated around 700 metres from Taipei City Mall, Chian Huei Business Hotel Taipei offers air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. The inn is only 0.9 km from Taipei Main train station and fairly close to Q Square Mall.

Around 5 minutes' walk from Beimen underground station, the smoke-free Morwing Hotel Fairytale Taipei lies in a shopping area of Taipei and offers luggage storage. The 2-star hotel is well-known for flawless service and multilingual staff.

Featuring currency exchange and a lift, the smoke-free Beauty Hotels Taipei - Hotel B6 is situated near the entertainment district of Taipei and approximately 10 minutes by car from the traditional Nanmen Market. The 3-star hotel provides rooms with views of the city and housekeeping, a self-serve laundry, and dry cleaning service.

The trendy 3-star Burgary Hotel Taipei is located near the shopping district of Taipei only 1.5 km from the 8-hectare park "Botanical Garden". Boasting a location in close proximity to 2/28 Peace Park, the smoke-free hotel features 7 rooms as well as luggage storage.

Located approximately a 20-minute walk from National Concert Hall, the 2-star 慶爾喜旅館長沙館cheers Loft Self Check-In Hotel Taipei offers 24-hour desk and express check-out. Boasting a location in close proximity to 2/28 Peace Park, the inn features 33 rooms as well as luggage storage.

The 2-star smoke-free Re-Change Hotel Taipei is located approximately a 5-minute stroll from North Gate Square, offering 24 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. This Taipei hotel lies in Zhongzheng District with grand government buildings, including the Baroque-style Presidential Office Building, 2.1 km from such cultural sights as the multi-purpose Huashan 1914 Creative Park.

Featuring currency exchange and a lift, the 3-star E-House Xining Branch Hotel Taipei stands nearly a 25-minute walk from National Taiwan Museum. Comprising 39 rooms with views of the city, this Taipei hotel offers luggage storage.

The comfortable The Rooms Inn Taipei gives quick access to Kaile Park, situated merely 5 minutes' walk away. Boasting a location only 0.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei, this smoke-free inn features 9 rooms as well as luggage storage.

Guests of the comfortable 3-star Golden Home Hotel Taipei can enjoy easy access to Dihua Market, which is situated only a 5-minute walk away. This Taipei inn features 26 rooms and comforts such as luggage storage.

Located around a 25-minute stroll from the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall", the comfortable 3-star Monka Hotel Taipei offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. The smoke-free hotel lies in Wanhua District with its intricate wood carvings, colorful figures, and striking pillars, within a 7-km distance of such cultural sights as Songshan Cultural and Creative Park.

The 3-star Mei Lodge Taipei hotel is located nearly 25 minutes' walk from Taipei Zhongshan Sports Centre and offers tourist information for a comfortable travel experience. This Taipei inn features 15 rooms and such amenities as a shared lounge and luggage storage.

Jin Tsai Shen Hotel Taipei includes 13 rooms and is a 19-minute walk from Taipei Cinema City Park. This hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 3-star Slow Town Hotel-Reel Taipei is 2.1 km from National Taiwan Museum and about a 25-minute walk from the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall". For business travellers, a photocopy machine and a desk are available on request.

First Hotel Taipei is a great place to stay in the Zhongshan district, a 19-minute walk from the cultural center "Huashan 1914 Creative Park". Featuring currency exchange and a lift throughout the property, this hotel is located 2.5 km from 2/28 Peace Park.

Located in the centre of Taipei, Swiio Hotel Ximending Taipei offers modern rooms, 11 minutes' walk from the historic Tai-pak Thian-hio-kiong Temple. The hotel provides currency exchange and a lift as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

Located 14 minutes' walk from Taipei Cinema City Park, the 2-star Ez Stay Hotel Taipei includes 71 rooms with views of the city. For business travellers, a photocopy machine and a work desk are available on request.

Offering bicycles for rent, Walker Hotel - Zhengyi 2 Taipei is 7 km from the bustling National Palace Museum. This comfortable hotel provides 24-hour security to ensure guests' safety.

The fantastic 4-star Riverview Suites Taipei hotel is located approximately 15 minutes on foot from North Gate Square, offering 48 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a car park. The smoke-free hotel lies in Ximending, where you 'll find Taipei's best trainer stores, 2.3 km from such cultural sights as the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall".

Located merely 6 minutes' walk from the traditional North Gate 2-Story Gatehouse, the 2-star Just Live Inn-Taipei gives easy access to various tourist attractions. Within a few blocks of 2/28 Peace Park, the hotel with 15 rooms features currency exchange and a lift.

The 2-star smoke-free Dong Men Hotel Taipei includes air-conditioned rooms within 25 minutes' walk of Taipei Water Park. Featuring luggage storage, this Taipei hotel is within a few blocks of Guling Street Avant-Garde Theatre.

Tien Chin Hotel Taipei features 54 rooms and lies about a 20-minute walk from National Taiwan Museum.

The 3-star Taiwan Seven Days Boutique Hotel Taipei, located around a 15-minute walk from the Chinese folk religious Lungshan Temple, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Parking is available on site at this comfortable hotel.

The comfortable 3-star Fun Stay Inn Hanzhong Taipei provides tour/ticket assistance, and a convenient location, just 1.8 km from National Taiwan Museum. Featuring luggage storage, the smoke-free hotel is located a stone's throw from 2/28 Peace Park.

Offering luggage storage, the 2-star smoke-free May Rooms Taipei Main hotel lies in Taipei Main Station where guests can easily take public transportation to explore the rest of the city, only 1.7 km from Mengxia Park and nearly a 10-minute ride from such cultural places of interest as the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall". Along with flawless services, luggage storage are offered at this Taipei guest house.

The smoke-free Suz & Catorze Taipei, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms near the shopping district of Taipei about 25 minutes' walk from the grandiose monument "National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall". Situated in the vicinity of Guangzhou Street Night Market, this 4-star hotel features a French restaurant serving French cuisine.

The 3-star boutique-style 柜富賓王旅店-台北館 Giant Rich King Plaza Hotel is provided with a lift and a vending machine and located approximately 25 minutes' walk from the newish Xingtian Temple. Boasting a location within reach of Ximending, this Taipei hotel features 70 rooms as well as a laundromat and a restaurant.

Situated within 5 minutes' walk of the comfortable Art Inn - Kaifeng Taipei, guests can reach One Piece Store in no time. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this business hotel also has amenities such as luggage storage.

The smoke-free Beauty Hotels - Hotel Bnight-Self Check-In Hotel Taipei gives quick access to Kaile Park, which is situated about a 5-minute walk away. This 3-star hotel features Wi-Fi, provided in the rooms.

Inviting guests to enjoy luggage storage, the 34-room 晶城青年旅館 Taipei is located merely a 5-minute walk from East Gate.

Offering luggage storage, the comfortable 3-star Greeninn Hotel Taipei is merely 5 minutes' stroll from Kong Jyun San Chong Yi Cun. This Taipei inn lies in the Sanchong district of Taipei, within a 7-km distance of such cultural sights as the bustling National Palace Museum.

O2 Hotel Taipei Main sits merely an 8-minute walk from Ximending and offers luggage storage. The hotel provides luggage storage to ensure guests' safety.

Featuring luggage storage, the 3-star Chez Taipei No 5 Hotel lies only a 5-minute walk from 2/28 Peace Park. The guest house also includes parking.

Located nearly a 20-minute walk from Taipei Fine Arts Museum, the 3-star Beauty Hotels Taipei - Hotel Bstay Self Check In includes 40 rooms. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas at this Taipei hotel.

Located 3.5 km from the urban Rongxing Garden Park, Ximen Relite Hotel Taipei is just 5 minutes' walk from Taipei Prefecture Capital North Gate. Boasting a location in the vicinity of Ximending, this 3-star hotel features 29 rooms as well as luggage storage.

Offering a location in the immediate vicinity of Nanmen Park of National Taiwan Museum, Saual Keh Hotel Taipei offers 38 rooms. This hotel features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

Situated 3.6 km from a shopping hub like the traditional Nanmen Market, the comfortable Love Hotel Taipei provides guests with luggage storage. Featuring 26 rooms with views of the city, the inn is within 10 minutes' drive of the well-known Lungshan Temple.

Offering luggage storage, the fantastic 3-star Good 9 Stay Inn Taipei lies in Ximending, which is a place with vibrant Taiwanese youth culture, within a 6-km distance of Songshan Cultural and Creative Park and just 650 metres from such cultural places of interest as Armed Forces Museum. Immerse yourself in the comfort of air-conditioned rooms and linen service and daily housekeeping at this Taipei hotel.

Featuring currency exchange and a tour desk, the 3-star E-House Hotel Taipei sits 450 metres from Taipei City Mall. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a desk and a photocopy machine.

Offering 63 rooms, the smoke-free Muzik Hotel - Ximending Xining Branch Taipei is near a shopping district and about 15 minutes' walk from the Chinese folk religious Lungshan Temple. Featuring luggage storage, this 3-star hotel is located a short way from Ximending.

The comfortable Star Ximen Hotel Taipei enjoys a convenient location and provides easy access to the known Lungshan Temple nearly 20 minutes' walk away.