Stay at The Pod by Far East Hospitality, a design-forward boutique hotel just a 3-minute walk from POPULAR Bookstore. Its industrial-chic rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the bookstore’s vibrant street life. The hotel also includes a 24-hour self-service library lounge, perfectly complementing the literary vibe. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive writer-themed stays

Hotel 1985 is the closest option—just a 2-minute walk from POPULAR Bookstore. This hidden gem in Chinatown blends retro-modern style with literary charm, featuring rooms equipped with desks and reading lamps. The hotel offers a "Bookstore Discovery Tour" led by local book lovers, uncovering nearby indie art spaces. Reserve through HopeGoo to secure your spot

Choose Soul Kitchen Hostel & Library, housed in a heritage building beside POPULAR Bookstore. This concept hostel blends reading and lodging, with a public library lounge in the lobby. Rooms use reclaimed wood finishes and host monthly poetry readings and author talks. Some suites even include personal bookshelves, making it ideal for bibliophiles seeking an authentic literary retreat