Two Taiwanese hotels selected among the world's six best sunrise-viewing lodges

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

As 2017 draws to a close, many travelers have already planned their New Year's Eve and sunrise-watching itineraries. For those who haven’t decided yet, here are six unique hotels around the world perfect for chasing the dawn, including famous sites in Australia, Europe, Africa, and more. Among them, two are located in Taiwan, each offering breathtaking views that are sure to captivate visitors. These spots are worth adding to your sunrise-chasing accommodation list.

1. New Zealand – Eichardt's Private Hotel
New Zealand is one of the first places in the world to greet the sunrise. During the southern hemisphere’s summer, you can enjoy a New Year’s experience completely different from the northern hemisphere. Queenstown, a renowned resort destination in New Zealand, hosts an annual New Year’s Eve party at the city center wharf that attracts large crowds of tourists. Eichardt's Private Hotel here features rooms with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lake.

2. Maldives – Baros Maldives Resort
The Maldives is a famous honeymoon destination and a must-visit on many people’s travel bucket lists. Among its resorts, Baros Maldives has been rated as the most romantic resort in the Maldives. The hotel blends tropical style with a touch of luxury, allowing guests to ring in the New Year amidst million-dollar ocean views.

3. The Alps – LeCrans Hotel & Spa
Switzerland’s Crans-Montana enjoys sunshine year-round and is a well-known holiday destination, attracting many European and American tourists who come specifically to spend their New Year’s holiday here. LeCrans Hotel & Spa is surrounded by mountains and forests, offering magnificent views of the Alps and Mont Blanc. Guests can enjoy a warm spa amid the snowy landscape and wake up on New Year’s Day to breathtaking snowy scenery from their rooms.

4. Namibia – Little Kulala Lodge
For a truly unique New Year’s experience, consider spending the holiday in Africa. Nestled in a luxurious desert villa and surrounded by the vast, open desert landscape, Little Kulala Lodge has only 11 rooms. In addition to enjoying the expansive desert views during the day, guests can stargaze from their balconies at night, with opportunities to see shooting stars—a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle and light pollution of the city.