Collect 10 Healing Hot Spring Inns, Experiencing Centuries-old Secret Spring Baths in Hidden Paradises

Author JA

Editor Tzu Hsuan Chan

Taiwan, with its excellent geographical location, harbors numerous unique hot springs due to frequent tectonic activities. The cool weather of autumn and winter provides the perfect opportunity for soaking in warm, soothing hot springs, instantly relieving accumulated fatigue. Explore Taiwan’s collection of exquisite and distinctive hot spring resorts, akin to immersing oneself in a secluded paradise, indulging in the blissful relaxation offered by natural hot springs. This autumn and winter, embark on a rejuvenating hot spring journey for a truly fulfilling experience!

Sui Spring Retreat & SPA 呆水溫泉

The Sui Spring Retreat & SPA, which took 7 years to build, is based on a clear water model style. Constructed with cedar, cypress, African mahogany, and transparent glass, the indoor design exudes a natural style. Complemented by the fragrance of camphor wood, it creates a serene atmosphere. The outdoor bathing area allows both men and women, dressed in swimsuits, to soak together. It features 3 pools with different temperatures, along with relaxation pavilions, all nestled amid the surrounding natural forest. Indoor bathhouses are reserved for members only, with only a few exceptions available for non-members to experience.

Kaohsiung Spring Hill Hotel 高雄花季度假飯店

The Kaohsiung Spring Hill Hotel, developed during the Japanese colonial period, boasts the Kangshan Hot Spring, a century-old hidden gem rich in mineral content. In addition to the panoramic hot spring pools in the rooms, the resort features the Izumo-style communal bath, where guests can immerse themselves in the healing ambiance. Surrounded by lush greenery, and cleverly secluded from the outside world, this communal bath offers a tranquil escape. Moreover, guests can enjoy private and secluded hot spring baths designed with seasonal themes, allowing them to find their own peaceful sanctuary amidst the resort’s hidden beauty.

FUSEN BANZHI Trio 馥森 阪治 Trio

FUSEN BANZHI Trio is a secluded paradise embraced by mountains, with architectural designs rich in the traditional style of the Taiya indigenous people. Offering five different types of hot spring suites, it features the Rainbow Chapel as a popular landmark on the way to the hot spring suites. Passing through tunnels, the cross reflects the unique mountain scenery of Wulai. The spacious and private hot spring suites provide panoramic views of the mountains, allowing guests to breathe freely and enjoy tranquil and healing hot spring moments.

The Gaia Hotel 大地酒店

The Gaia Hotel, with its European minimalist style, is nestled in Beitou, boasting a four-story bookshelf that bathes in natural sunlight streaming through glass skylights, creating a stunning ambiance. Built with pure white and earth tones, complemented by the warmth of natural wood, the hotel exudes an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation. Its communal baths, adorned with artificial snowscapes, evoke a sense of exotic hot spring experiences, while secluded and serene private baths offer a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Grand View Resort Beitou 麗禧溫泉酒店

Grand View Resort Beitou, with its unparalleled geographical location, offers a commanding view from its elevated position. Surrounded by lush green mountains during the day and bathed in the warm glow of sunset, guests can enjoy the breathtaking scenery. At night, the hotel provides a stunning vista of the city lights below. In addition to the private hot spring pools in the rooms, the hotel features outdoor communal baths that take advantage of the high ceilings to allow for gentle breezes and sunlight. This creates an ambiance akin to soaking in a hot spring amidst a forest, truly exquisite.

Radium Kagaya International Hotel 日勝生加賀屋國際溫泉飯店

Radium Kagaya International Hotel inherits the tradition of the Japanese Kaga-ya, presenting the century-old splendor of onsen culture perfectly. Guests can don yukata robes and soak in indoor onsen pools with rich Japanese aesthetics, admiring beautiful natural scenery. Alternatively, they can opt for the Ganban’yoku (stone sauna) area, which preserves the therapeutic culture of the Tamagawa onsen in Japan, experiencing the natural pressure relief effects. For those seeking privacy, private onsen rooms are available, allowing guests to immerse themselves in natural hot springs and enjoy moments of complete relaxation.

Vivir Jiaoxi Hotel 了了礁溪

Vivir Jiaoxi Hotel is surrounded by bamboo and inspired by the concept of tree hollows, integrating elements of nature to create a dynamic organic entity. The designer incorporates forests, earth, streams, plains, hills, breezes, and sunrise into the rooms and uses them as the basis for naming. Materials and furnishings are sourced from environmentally friendly Taiwanese origins, and each room features a colorless and odorless hot spring bath. Slowing down and immersing oneself in this environment allows guests to experience a sense of inner peace and tranquility.

Hoshinoya Guguan 虹夕諾雅 谷關

The brand style of Hoshinoya Resorts is based on the concept of hot spring valleys, creating a luxurious resort that coexists harmoniously with nature. In addition to the semi-open-air hot spring baths in the guest rooms, there are also comfortable outdoor baths and indoor Japanese-style communal baths. During spring, cherry blossoms bloom abundantly, and in autumn, the mountains are adorned with red leaves, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and enjoy the splendor of the hot springs beneath the sky at all times.

Fleur De Chine Hotel 雲品溫泉酒店日月潭

Fleur De Chine Hotel boasts stunning views of Sun Moon Lake. In addition to the communal mist bath, each room is equipped with a private marble bath for guests to soak in, allowing them to enjoy the purest form of relaxation and appreciation in an undisturbed, intimate space. Facing the lake, rooms offer a unique romantic experience of soaking in the hot springs while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake.

Si Zhongxi Qingquan Japanese Hot Spring Hotel 四重溪清泉日式溫泉館

Si Zhongxi Qingquan Japanese Hot Spring Hotel is housed in a century-old Japanese-style building, originally used as a retreat and bathing place for military officers. The baths maintain the ambiance of the Showa era, with a traditional Japanese garden setting where guests can enjoy a gentle breeze while admiring the bridges, flowing water, and stone lanterns, as well as experiencing open-air baths. The comfortable and well-equipped bathing facilities, combined with traditional tatami mat sleeping arrangements, offer guests an experience reminiscent of the elegance of the Showa period in a space that blends historical charm with a warm atmosphere.

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