Soak in Hot Springs in a Fairytale Setting: Taiwan's Top 5 Stunning Hot Spring Resorts

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Taiwan boasts abundant hot spring resources, and soaking in hot springs is a favorite winter activity for many travelers. Beyond natural hot springs, Taiwan’s hot spring hotels offer breathtaking scenery and high-quality mineral water, making them perfect for a holiday getaway.

1. Beitou Asia Pacific Hotel
Taipei’s Asia Pacific Hotel has created a brand-new luxury hot spring retreat in Beitou. Not only does it boast an excellent location and scenic views, but the hotel also features a Japanese Zen-inspired design, making you feel as if you’re soaking in a famous Japanese hot spring spot—becoming a new hot spring landmark in Beitou. The hotel has 140 rooms, each with over 10 pyeong of spacious area, large windows offering beautiful views, and each room comes with its own private hot spring bath, offering three types of water: heated water, mountain spring, and hot spring.
 
Address: No. 31, Youya Road, Beitou District, Taipei City

2. Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel

The Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel is a leisure resort hotel that inherits the aesthetics, culture, and artistry of Han House. The property includes two buildings: “Hanmu Hotel” and “Hanmu Mansion,” featuring six room types and a total of 190 rooms. Each room has its own private hot spring bath and offers a variety of service facilities such as an open-air bath, outdoor pool, and a 136-pyeong children’s play area.
 
Address: No. 1, Health Road, Jiaoxi Township, Yilan County

3. Yanbo Hotel Su’ao Four Seasons Dual Springs
The Su’ao Four Seasons Dual Springs, besides being home to the world’s only two types of Su’ao cold springs and hot springs—rich in iron with a golden hue known as “golden dual springs”—also allows you to watch the sunrise and enjoy sea views. It was also voted the No. 1 hot spring hotel by netizens.Besides Shuangquan, you can also chase the sunrise, enjoy the sea view, and it was once voted the No. 1 hot spring hotel by netizens.

Address: No. 38, Zhongzheng Road, Su’ao Township, Yilan County

4. Kaohsiung Guolan Garden Villa Retreat

The Guolan Garden Retreat is nestled on a mountainside, surrounded by mountain views. It specializes in sodium bicarbonate hot springs, known as “beauty springs,” and every room has its own private hot spring bath. The resort is designed with Japanese and other elegant styles, making it highly suitable for couples and families.