What was once a Best Western has been given a facelift and the current incarnation of this hotel -- the Inn Hotel Macau -- is a fresh and modern property. Located in tourist-friendly Taipa, the hotel's faux-colonial facade sits on a landscaped roundabout, but once inside, decor is decidedly contemporary. Past the marble columns and through glass doors, soaring bamboo stalks bring color to the all-white lobby, and glowing moose heads add quirky appeal. The on-site dining room is a bright space with funky white-and-orange chairs and fun wall decor including chopstick icons and plantation shutters with rainbow-colored backdrops. A small lounge space with silver couches and modern blue carpeting offers additional seating space. Overall this property has a chic, modern feel that attracts young travelers and couples. 

This hotel is located on a busy roundabout with several residential buildings on Taipa Island. This isn't mainland Macau, and those looking to be in the middle of the bustling city will want to look elsewhere. Still, the hotel does make a fine base to explore some of the more touristy aspects of the city. It’s around a 10-minute walk to Rua da Cunha, a narrow pedestrian street popular for food souvenirs including peanut candy, almond cakes, and coconut flakes. This is part of Taipa Village, which offers a glimpse of how things were in Portuguese Macau, and the Taipa Houses Museum is a five-minute walk from the hotel. The Cotai Strip, an area made up of casinos and hotels, is within a three-minute drive, for those seeking a slightly glitzier dose of excitement. The hotel provides a free shuttle to Grand Emperor Hotel (10-minute drive), Macau Ferry Terminal (10-minute drive), and border gate (15-minute drive). Macau International Airport will only take about five minutes to reach by car.

Rooms at this hotel are especially modern for the area with cool minimal decor, sleek furnishings, and stylish gray walls. While there are a number of room categories and configurations to choose from, all have a similar look, with warm brown tones complementing the gray and white; some rooms have light wood laminate floors while others are done in striped carpeting. A few rooms have white shades covering curved windows, giving them a futuristic pod-like vibe. Overall, the style is a fresh step up compared to many other mid-range hotels in Macau, which can often be outdated and fusty.

All rooms have wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles for coffee or tea, and free Wi-Fi. Small work desks provide enough space for a laptop. Safes, bottled water, and slippers are also standard in all rooms. All-white tile bathrooms are sleek and have contemporary fixtures plus either walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Toiletry kits include toothbrushes, toothpaste, and combs. 

The Inn Hotel Macau provides a hot breakfast included in room rates. The cafe on-site serves international and regional cuisine, and there’s also a small lounge area near the minimal, attractive lobby. The hotel provides a free shuttle to select destinations (including the ferry terminal) and free parking is available. Wi-Fi is also provided for free throughout.