The cabins on Taiping Mountain have gotten a makeover – step out of the Hinoki Cottage and enjoy the view right at your doorstep

When it comes to accommodations in Taiwan’s various forest recreation areas, those not operated by external management often leave an impression of being outdated or lacking character. But this time, at “Taiping Mountain National Forest Recreation Area” in Yilan, the newly opened “Hinoki Cottage” is surprisingly refreshing.

“Taiping Mountain National Forest Recreation Area” is arguably the hardest forest recreation area in Taiwan to book a room in. During holidays, finding a vacancy is nearly impossible because once you enter the recreation area, there are no residential homes or homestays—your only accommodation options are “Taiping Villa” and “Cui Feng Mountain Hut.” These two sites together offer lodging for only about 200 people per day. After a long period without renovation, “Taiping Villa” has finally added new “Hinoki Cottages” to its operations this year under limited funding. Their minimalist, natural architectural style and design are unexpectedly refreshing.

The previously renovated “Taiwan Fir Hall” already boasts a different look from before. This latest renovation includes four buildings with a total of five “Hinoki Cottages,” divided into three room types: double rooms, quad rooms, and group quad rooms. Unlike traditional forest cabins, these rooms make extensive use of floor-to-ceiling windows, and the indoor-outdoor connected design allows guests to easily enjoy outdoor views whether they’re in the bedroom, living room, or on the terrace.

Stepping inside the almost entirely wooden cabin, the wooden fence exterior adds a touch of texture, while the interior space is clean, simple, and exudes a Japanese Zen-style guesthouse vibe. The only downside is that the roof is made of metal sheeting; if traditional Japanese tiles were used instead, the overall aesthetic would be even better. However, due to the limited number of rooms, it’s quite hard to book one during holidays.

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