Like living abroad!“Taiwan’s Top 10 Luxury Homestays” Will Blow Your Mind

Reporter Chen Zi-Yin / Comprehensive Report

Whether in Taiwan or abroad, staying at a homestay is a lifestyle attitude and a way to travel. Recently, a portal site conducted a simple analysis of domestic travel trends and found that the age group for independent travel is continuously getting younger, with most locals choosing to stay in homestays for a more homely experience. However, among the various homestays, there are also luxurious, top-tier options that break the conventional image of homestays with premium amenities, decor, and services. The site conducted a vote through a polling platform and had it evaluated by several professional bloggers to select the “2014 Taiwan Top 10 Luxury Homestays” as follows, with images provided by Yam.com.

1. Miaoli — Tree Also ChooArt Villa

Dubbed an eco-architectural homestay promoting sustainable coexistence between humans and nature, “Tree Also ChooArt Villa” is not only a green building itself, but guests can breathe in phytoncides amidst vast mountain forests, admire a variety of native plants planted in the park, and observe ecological landscapes such as wildlife corridors and island-hopping habitats from the rooftop garden.

[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 27-1, Wai-Zhuang, Ln. 5, Long-Teng Village, Sanyi Township, Miaoli County
Phone: (03) 788-1712

2. Nantou — Qiushan Residence


Located in Nantou, “Qiushan Residence” is known for its strong Tang Dynasty-inspired architecture and expansive glass-window views. Coupled with locally sourced fresh ingredients, exquisitely prepared dishes, and poetic plating in its à la carte menu, it offers a luxurious Chinese-style experience.

[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 36-2, Bei-Yuan Rd., Guoxing Township, Nantou County
Phone: (04) 9246-2302


3. Kenting — Sail Rock 866 Villa


With its exterior covered in large cacti, creating an exotic vibe without leaving Taiwan, and offering exceptional privacy in its design, this villa has won favor with many celebrities. Known for service that surpasses five-star standards, it earned its third-place ranking.

[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 866, Sail Rd., Hengchun Township, Pingtung County
Phone: 0975-870-758

4. Jiufen — WaterNS Cave Ample Villa


[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 10, Aly. 155, Dongding Rd., Ruifang District, New Taipei City
Phone: (02) 2496-2345

5. Nantou — The Old England Manor


[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 20-2, Shouting Lane, Ren’ai Township, Nantou County
Phone: (04) 9280-1808

6. Donggang — Fuwan Manor


[Homestay Info]
Address: No. 100, Dapeng Rd., Donggang Township, Pingtung County
Phone: (08) 832 0888

7. Taichung – Gu Ye Guesthouse


[Guesthouse Information]
Address: No. 37, Liling Lane, Section 1, Dongguan Road, Heping District, Taichung City
Phone: (04) 2594-1555

8. Hualien – Stuart Ocean Manor


[Guesthouse Information]
Address: No. 80, Fude, Yanliao Village, Shoufeng Township, Hualien County
Phone: (03) 867-1222

9. Puli – Olivia Castle


[Guesthouse Information]
Address: No. 27, Liyu Lane 1, Luye Town, Nantou County 545
Phone: (04) 9299-3636

10. Miaoli – Flowers Freely


[Guesthouse Information]
Address: No. 37-2, 4th Neighborhood, Xiping Li, Zhuolan Town, Miaoli County
Phone: (04) 2589-5892