Slip into a cheongsam and experience the timeless charm of an ancient capital—cheongsam afternoon tea party in Tainan!

▲ Tainan Ching Ying Hotel introduces a cheongsam experience accommodation package and an afternoon tea party. (Photo / Provided by Tainan Ching Ying Hotel)

By Chen Hanyin / Comprehensive report

Tainan, with its strong retro charm, attracts a large number of domestic and international travelers every year. Boasting a wealth of culture and the arts, this historic city offers visitors a deep dive into its profound historical atmosphere. To embrace a unique sense of nostalgia, why not don a classic cheongsam and capture beautiful moments amidst old houses and alleyways? Tainan Ching Ying Hotel has partnered with a specialized cheongsam experience shop to launch the “Ching Tian • Let’s Cheongsam Run” accommodation package and cheongsam afternoon tea party, allowing guests to dress in vintage attire and revel in retro vibes.

▲ Tainan Ching Ying Hotel takes guests on a journey through the charm of the ancient capital.

The newly launched accommodation package at Tainan Ching Ying Hotel specially invites the “Qi Pao” (cheongsam) specialty shop into the hotel. Professional staff will recommend the most suitable cheongsam styles based on guests’ figures, assist with trying them on, and provide elegant updos, allowing travelers from around the world to step back in time and experience the charm of cheongsams and the elegance of Taiwan’s bygone eras. The package includes a cheongsam experience, updo styling, and professional photography. For two people staying overnight with breakfast, the price starts from NT$4,600 per room on weekdays.

▲ Limited-time cheongsam afternoon tea party.

In addition to traditional cheongsams that showcase the grace of Eastern women, there are also options for men, including hats, bowties, suspenders, and glasses, so couples and pairs can dress up in retro styles and stroll through the ancient city, creating unique memories in Tainan. Moreover, Tainan Ching Ying Hotel has also introduced a limited-time “Elegant Elegance” cheongsam afternoon tea party. The “Qi Pao” specialty shop will lead a professional team to the hotel to help VIP participants choose their cheongsams, while dedicated stylists will create personalized makeup and hairstyles. Photographers will also capture natural moments for guests. The event includes three selected retouched portrait photos and a refined Chinese-style afternoon tea, priced at approximately NT$2,680 per person.

Tainan Ching Ying Hotel
Address: No. 1, Heyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City
Reservation hotline: 06-3903000
Afternoon tea reservation hotline: 06-3903025