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It feels like Europe here—the “Taiwan version of Disney’s castle” in Hualien stands along a warm orange koelreuteria avenue.

Published: 2026-11-08 👁 101 views
Last updated 2026-11-08 — The gray-white Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany stands quietly amidst misty mountains, resembling a fairytale fortress and serving as one of the design inspirations for Disney. And now, such a dreamy attraction can be seen in Taiwan too—Hualien Rueisui Spring International Tourism Hotel, set to open in 2018, is surrounded by golden Taiwanese koelreuteria trees along Hot Spring Road, giving the European-style castle a charmingly exotic feel against the backdrop of blue sky and greenery.

▲Ruisui Tourist Hotel. (Photo / IG@petter_yu provided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

▲The Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel, with its dreamy castle-like exterior, is set to open in 2018. (Photo / IG@petter_yuProvided. Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

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The grayish-white Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany stands quietly amidst misty mountains, serving as the design blueprint for Disney castles. Now, such a fantastical sight can also be seen in Taiwan!The Hualien Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel, set to open in 2018, is surrounded by the warm orange hues of Formosan flame trees along Hot Spring Road. Against the backdrop of blue skies and greenery, the European-style castle exudes an exotic charm, resembling a fairytale fortress.

▲Ruisui Tourist Hotel. (Photo / Provided by A Big Girl’s Floral Tales)

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▲Ruisui Tourist Hotel. (Photo / Screenshot from Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel’s official Facebook page)

Dubbedthe “Taiwanese version of Disney Castle,”the Ruisui Tourist Hotel is situated right in the middle of the Formosan flame tree avenue. Known as “colorful trees,” the Formosan flame trees are dotted with yellow blooms, interwoven with orange-red and green leaves, painting the surroundings in warm tones and radiating a strong autumn vibe. The European-style castle, paired with the lush flame trees, is both romantic and enchanting. Even before its completion, it has attracted many visitors eager to take photos, making it the latest hot spot for check-ins.

▲Ruisui Tourist Hotel. (Photo / Screenshot from Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel’s official Facebook page)

▲The Ruisui Hotel, complemented by beautiful scenery, has become a new talked-about attraction. (Photo / Screenshot fromRuisui Spring International Tourist Hotel’s official Facebook page)

The Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel is a leisure resort developed by the TransGlobe Hotels & Resorts group. Covering an area of 20,000 pyeong, it combines a five-star tourist hotel, villa accommodations, and a hot spring facility into a comprehensive resort. The overall design is inspired by the manor style of Southern Europe. With its picturesque landscapes and rich natural ecology, the hotel offers sweeping views of the beautiful scenery of Ruisui in Hualien, and people are eagerly anticipating its stunning completed form.

Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel
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Phone: 02 8978 6688
Address: No. 368, Section 2, Hot Spring Road, Ruisui Township, Hualien County

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