Kimpton Da An, Taipei
Urban Sanctuary with Subtle Contemporary Craft
Where Modern Minimalism Meets Local Warmth
Set in the stylish Da’an District, Kimpton Da An Taipei brings international boutique flair into one of the city’s most creative neighborhoods. Designed by Neri&Hu, the renowned Shanghai-based architectural studio, the hotel’s concept balances modernist restraint with subtle references to Taiwanese tradition. The result is an urban sanctuary that feels contemporary yet deeply rooted in its surroundings.
From the street, the façade is understated: glass, metal, and muted tones that blend into the city’s vertical rhythm. Step inside, however, and the design language comes alive—concrete and stone softened by wood, light, and carefully curated art. It’s a dialogue between Taipei’s urban grit and the intimate warmth of home.
Guest Rooms in Quiet Harmony
The 129 rooms are crafted around the idea of urban respite. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring in abundant natural light, while interior palettes stay soft and calming: pale woods, neutral linens, and textured walls. The spaces feel minimal but never cold, thanks to thoughtful layering of materials and custom furniture.
Bathrooms continue the theme of restrained luxury, with terrazzo or stone surfaces, brushed metal fixtures, and large mirrors that double light and space. In typical Neri&Hu fashion, the design is as much about proportions and shadow as it is about finishes—each room an exercise in balance.
Social Spaces That Feel Like Home
At the heart of the hotel is The Tavernist, a restaurant whose interiors echo the residential theme: warm woods, open shelving, and curated art pieces that make the space feel more like an elevated living room than a conventional dining venue.
The lobby and common areas continue this idea of “living spaces,” where guests can drift between quiet corners and communal seating. Instead of spectacle, Kimpton Da An offers intimacy, crafted through texture, scale, and natural light. The rooftop terrace completes the story: an outdoor escape framed by views of the city, reinforcing the hotel’s identity as both a retreat and a connector to Taipei’s urban fabric.
DNA Hotels Verdict
Kimpton Da An Taipei demonstrates the power of restraint in hospitality design. Neri&Hu’s architectural vision translates into interiors that are subtle, precise, and deeply livable—spaces that value calm and comfort without sacrificing sophistication. For travelers who appreciate boutique design rooted in context and craft, this hotel is Taipei’s quiet modern masterpiece.
