I've stayed at Howard Hotel Hsinchu a few times now, as a business traveler in town for meetings. The guest rooms are luxurious with lots of space, good air conditioning and the best bathrooms! Great value for the money. The hotel location also can't be beat -- with plenty of restaurants, stores and shops in walking distance. This definitely supersedes the Hotel Royal which although close to the Science Park is located in a dingy sad area when the sun sets. So I highly recommend Howard Hotel Hsinchu!