Nantou County is one of Taiwan’s most nature-rich counties, where you can admire autumn maple leaves, winter plum blossoms, and spring cherry blossoms, as well as visit Hehuanshan Mountain, Qingjing Farm, Wuling, Xitou, and Wuling Farm, plus the famous Sun Moon Lake. With national-level scenery waiting to be explored all year round, visiting Nantou and staying cooped up in a hotel is truly a waste.
The first stop on HowToTrip’s heartfelt local travel journey is Puli. Nantou County boasts too many beautiful attractions, so visitors often spend little time in their hotel rooms. Find a clean and comfortable hotel for the night without paying sky-high prices. Moreover, being close to Sun Moon Lake and Qingjing, Puli offers much lower rates than those two destinations. The money you save can be used to enjoy lunch at a well-known hotel with your whole family — getting the best value for your money.
More reasons to stay in Puli: the town has numerous factory tour attractions perfect for family trips, as well as the award-winning Chung Tai World and the long-renowned Paper Dome. These unique buildings can help cultivate an appreciation for aesthetics.
The Grand Hotel Puli is located in the city center of Puli and has only been open for five years. Major attractions such as Sun Moon Lake, Qingjing Farm, Aowanda, Lushan Hot Springs, Chung Tai Chan Monastery, and Puli Paper Dome are all within a one-hour drive from the hotel. Family-run, it understands the local culture and ingredients best. The special package includes distinctive local meals for breakfast and dinner. Dinner features venison, Puli sugarcane bamboo shoots, plum sauce duck skewers, and old-style preserved vegetable chicken soup, with a total of six dishes, one soup, and one fruit. Moms can bring elders or friends to enjoy a cozy dinner at the hotel and chat away in comfort.
Staying an extra night costs just +$1,000 or +$1,800. This winter is the perfect opportunity to explore Puli or Nantou County.
Check-in period: Now until January 31, 2019
+UPackage A: Standard Twin Room with Breakfast and Dinner – $2,699
For 2 adults staying with breakfast and dinner included. Includes breakfast for 1 child under 10 years old (excluding extra bed or toiletries; please present your National Health Insurance card upon check-in).
+UPackage B: Classic Quadruple Room with Breakfast and Dinner – $3,899
For 4 adults, with 4 servings of breakfast and dinner each.
2. Limited to weekdays only. Additional charge of $1,000 applies for holidays; holiday definition: every Saturday and consecutive holidays (October 6–9, December 29–31).
3. Self-service breakfast and dinner set meals (six dishes, one soup, one fruit). Menu includes: HowToTrip Double Combo Plate, Tea-Flavored Crispy Shrimp, Shaoxing Venison, Puli Sugarcane Bamboo Shoots, Plum Sauce Duck Skewers, Old-Style Preserved Vegetable Chicken Soup, Stir-Fried Seasonal Vegetables, and Seasonal Fresh Fruit.
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3. Additional Person Fee Policy:
Adding 1 child over 120 cm or 1 adult requires an on-site additional payment of $1,000, including breakfast and dinner, plus a single soft mat. Max 1 additional person per room. Please inform in advance and pay the additional fee at the hotel front desk on the day of check-in.
Adding 1 child under 120 cm who does not occupy a bed is free, including breakfast but excluding other gifts and dinner. Max 1 additional child per room.
From the third person onward, a special dinner can be added for $400 (original price $400 + 10%). If you wish to add dinner, please inform the hotel at least one day before check-in.
4. Children’s playroom, gym, and men’s/women’s sauna facilities are available for free use from 16:30 to 22:00.
5. Check-in at 3:00 PM on the day of arrival; check-out at 11:00 AM the next day.
6. ID of the booker and booking code must be presented upon check-in.
7. The hotel provides free baby facilities including a baby bathtub, small chair, and crib — please reserve when booking.
8. This promotional offer is not applicable to travel agencies or group bookings.
9. Other Terms
1. Unified invoices are issued upon purchase via HowToTrip. No additional invoice will be issued upon redemption of product or service.
2. Advance booking is required. Whether booking is successful depends on hotel availability. Purchase does not guarantee a room, and refunds will be issued if no room is available.
3. Pets are not allowed. If pets are brought into the room without permission, the hotel reserves the right to refuse accommodation.
Step 1: After clicking on the “Smart Pay URL,” you will receive a system-generated payment success email. The order is then confirmed.
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Step 2: Fill out the booking request email and send it to . We will reply within two business days (excluding weekends) to confirm whether your booking is successful. The email must include the following details. Insufficient information may prevent processing. The hotel front desk does not handle HowToTrip bookings, so it is essential to book via email.
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Full name of the purchaser and the person booking the room
Contact information
Check-in date
Check-out date
Number of rooms
Purchase amount
Other requests
★ To ensure your right to use the vouchers, all group purchases in this offer are only considered confirmed after successful payment. Once the order is completed, a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you provided.
★ Electronic invoices will be uniformly sent to the email address you provided in November 2018. The system will automatically process prize claims for you. If you win a prize, a physical invoice will be sent to you for prize redemption.
★ Placing an order signifies your agreement to the group purchase rules and your consent to receive future travel-related messages from Mama Jing.
★ Room cancellation and refund policies are as follows:
(1) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received 14 days or more before the scheduled check-in date, a full refund of the deposit can be requested.
(2) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received between 10 and 13 days before the scheduled check-in date, 70% of the deposit can be requested for refund.
(3) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received between 7 and 9 days before the scheduled check-in date, 50% of the deposit can be requested for refund.
(4) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received between 4 and 6 days before the scheduled check-in date, 40% of the deposit can be requested for refund.
(5) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received between 2 and 3 days before the scheduled check-in date, 30% of the deposit can be requested for refund.
(6) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received on the day before the scheduled check-in date, 20% of the deposit can be requested for refund.
(7) If the guest’s cancellation notice is received on the scheduled check-in date or no cancellation notice is given, the deposit will not be refunded.
(8) If the guest is unable to travel on the scheduled check-in date due to natural disasters such as typhoons or earthquakes or other force majeure factors, 3% of the total room rate will be deducted as a handling fee and the remaining balance will be fully refunded, or the guest may opt to retain the right to stay for 3 months. (Determined based on the land typhoon warning zones issued by the Central Weather Bureau)
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The hotel is located at the southern terminus of Nantou Bus Puli Station in the city center. It is about a 5-minute walk to the hotel. Despite being in the city center, the hotel provides ample free parking spaces.
Opened in January 2013, the building is constructed with SRC structure. Its European-style architecture is magnificent and sturdy, and the luxurious lobby exudes noble elegance. This makes it an ideal place for Puli residents returning home for the New Year or for family gatherings and meals.
A warm and comfortable reception desk with a classic European style.
Beautiful crystal chandeliers create a luxurious atmosphere upon entering the hotel.
There is also a quiet reading and internet area next to the first floor lobby.
The rooftop is a great spot to enjoy the night view in the evening.
√ A large bed with upper and lower mattresses, clean bedding with a pleasant texture
√ Media & Entertainment (42T LED TV, free Wi-Fi)
√ Dressing table, hairdryer, toiletries, indoor slippers
√ Heating & cooling air conditioning
√ Separate wet and dry shower area with TOTO toilet
√ Bath and personal care products
√ Puli mineral water
The clean and comfortable bathroom allows you to fully enjoy the shower.
√ Two large beds with upper and lower mattresses, clean bedding with a pleasant touch
√ Media & Entertainment (42T LED TV, free Wi-Fi)
√ Dressing table, hairdryer, toiletries, indoor slippers
√ Heating & cooling air conditioning
√ Separate wet and dry shower area with TOTO toilet
√ Bath and personal care products
√ Puli mineral water
Take a short rest or head to the hotel’s sauna for a relaxing soak—perfect for unwinding on holiday. Facilities include a medicine bath and milk bath, as well as an oven and steam room, all available free of charge to guests.
Kids can let off some steam in the children’s playroom—the ball pit is a big hit!
Finally, it’s time for the much-anticipated dinner. Both the two-person and four-person set meals include six dishes, one soup, and one fruit. Portion sizes may vary. The restaurant designs its menu based on local Puli produce. It’s rare to enjoy a full six-dish, one-soup meal while traveling, and guests have raved about the dinner. Everyone gathers together to enjoy the family-style meal, chatting and catching up over food.
Today’s Puli combo, tea-flavored crispy shrimp, Shaoxing venison, Puli sugarcane shoots, plum sauce duck skewers, traditional pickled vegetable chicken soup, stir-fried seasonal vegetables, and a selection of fresh seasonal fruits
The package includes a self-service breakfast, available from 6:30–9:00 AM
Unlike other hotels, there is a dedicated vegetarian section, offering more choices for vegetarians and health-conscious diners. The editor noticed a section for danzai noodles where you can choose your own noodles and cook them DIY-style. There are also helpful instruction signs and a timer on the wall.
A variety of salad dressings to choose from.
Salads can be freely customized.
A selection of fresh, seasonal vegetarian dishes is available.
If you love traditional danzai noodles, you can try making them yourself.
Start your morning with a warm bowl of soup to soothe your stomach.
The breakfast is so delicious that many items sell out quickly. Despite this, the hotel offers a wide variety of meals, and guests still leave full—with quick replenishment!
Multiple types of toast to choose from.
Puli’s traditional paper mill, with 30 years of history and culture, has been revitalized through comprehensive planning. The space is now filled with creativity and experiential charm. What you see here is not just the final product of paper, but the diverse possibilities of how paper is used in everyday life. The “Paper Dragon Creative Museum” exhibition area is entirely designed with “paper” as the material, extensively using self-produced items for decor—showcasing creative possibilities to young visitors.
The Chung Tai Chan Monastery was built at a cost of nearly 1 billion New Taiwan Dollars, designed by renowned Taiwanese architect Ieoh Ming Pei, and officially completed in September 2001. The Chung Tai World Museum, along with the Chung Tai Chan Monastery and the Chung Tai World Museum Woodcarving Branch, form a linear complex. The architectural ensemble uses a “Chinese style with Western construction” approach to showcase the beauty of traditional Chinese architecture.
The main building features a unique golden lotus petal dome shape. The column-like structure atop is the spire (sikhara), a characteristic feature of ancient Indian stupas. This design makes the Chung Tai Chan Monastery a “tower-temple integrated” structure. At night, it emits twelve beams of light.
The most popular celebrity shop in Puli – 18°C Chocolate Workshop
What’s hottest is its 21 varieties of Italian handmade gelato. Even during Chinese New Year, you’ll find crowds enjoying ice cream. A small box with 2 scoops costs $100, while a large box with 3 scoops is $140 – prices that rival those of high-end foreign gelato. Surrounding offerings such as customized chocolates, tree-ring cakes, cream puffs, puddings, and taiyaki are all from the same shop. They even manage their own parking lot and restrooms. Who knew such a small town could hide a business genius?
★ Cultural Puli
Puli Distillery / Niuer Art Park / Guangxing Paper Mill / Longnan Natural Lacquer Museum / Puli Art & Cultural Center / Blacksmith Street / National Chi Nan University / Puli Town Library / Paper Dome
★ Scenic Lakes & Mountains
Carp Lake / Matai Tiger Head Mountain / National Chung Hsing University Experimental Forest / Pacheng Drainage Channel / Geographic Center Monument / Shuishang Waterfall / Nenggao Waterfall
★ Lohas Puli
Tai-Yi Ecological Leisure Farm / Fengnian Mushroom Ecological Farm / Taomi Ecovillage / Hongx? Zhuokan?? Shangye / Jinqi Insect Museum / Paragliding Practice Field / Musheng Insect Museum / Maple Fragrance Community
Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village is the only theme park awarded two stars by the Michelin Guide and the first to receive environmental education certification from Taiwan’s EPA for cultural preservation. In addition to its Happy World, which features the latest water roller coaster “Caribbean Adventure” – in sync with global trends – and Taiwan’s tallest “Free Fall UFO,” the park also offers a wide range of indoor attractions in “Aladdin Plaza,” allowing visitors of all ages to enjoy themselves regardless of the weather. With mountain and lake views plus a scenic cable car, this place has earned an outstanding total of seven stars in recommendations.
When visiting Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, don’t miss the annual cherry blossom season from January to March (starting February 2018 this year)! When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the scenery is absolutely stunning, attracting cherry blossom enthusiasts from all over to admire the beauty and enjoy cherry blossom-themed meals. At night, the illuminated blossoms shine in vibrant colors, creating a dazzling spectacle. Paired with the light show “Night Sakura,” it’s incredibly romantic and colorful.
Image source: 2017 Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village – Second Wave of Fuji Cherry Blossoms
Next, be sure to try the newest Sun Moon Lake Transparent Crystal Cable Car, with its transparent base that gives you an absolute thrill of soaring above the ground from your very feet. Visit Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village in winter to see the cherry blossoms and in summer for water activities, and stay at the newly opened Sun Moon Lake Yosenju Resort.
Source: Sun Moon Lake Transparent Crystal Cable Car [Ostrich Wants to Fly Edition] Come to Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village to see cherry blossoms in winter and enjoy water fun in summer, and stay at the newly opened Sun Moon Lake Yosenju Resort.
Soaring 1044M above sea level and 140M above the valley in a transparent cabin, enjoy panoramic lake views as if you’re flying like an eagle over Sun Moon Lake.
[Transportation]
[By Car]
◆ From northern or southern Taiwan via National Freeway No. 3: Take National Freeway No. 3, transfer to National Freeway No. 6 toward Puli at Wufeng System Interchange, exit at Puli Ailan Interchange and turn left into downtown Puli. After crossing Ailan Bridge, turn right onto South Ring Road, then left at Longsheng Road and continue straight until you reach the intersection of Nansing Street.
◆ From northern Taiwan via National Freeway No. 1: Take National Freeway No. 1, transfer to National Freeway No. 3 toward Nantou at Taichung System Interchange, then transfer to National Freeway No. 6 toward Puli at Wufeng System Interchange. Exit at Puli Ailan Interchange, turn left into downtown Puli, cross Ailan Bridge, turn right onto South Ring Road, then left at Longsheng Road and continue straight until you reach the intersection of Nansing Street.
◆ From southern Taiwan via National Freeway No. 1: Travel northbound on National Freeway No. 1, transfer to National Freeway No. 3 toward Nantou at Changhua System Interchange, then transfer to National Freeway No. 6 toward Puli at Wufeng System Interchange. Exit at Puli Ailan Interchange, turn left into downtown Puli, cross Ailan Bridge, turn right onto South Ring Road, then left at Longsheng Road and continue straight until you reach the intersection of Nansing Street.
[By Train]
◆ Train – Take a train on the Western Trunk Line, get off at Taichung Railway Station, and transfer to a Nantou Bus (Xinpu-Li Line 04-22123478), Quanhang Bus (04-22253155), or minibus to Puli at Taichung Gan Cheng Bus Station (near the train station). Get off at the Puli terminal station. Walk about 5 minutes to reach the hotel.
[By Bus]
◆ National Highway Bus – Take a bus from Taipei Highway Bus West Station to Puli Terminal Station (call 02-23119893). Buses run from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, once every hour. Walk about 5 minutes to reach the hotel.
[By High-Speed Rail]
◆ High-Speed Rail – After arriving at Taichung HSR Station, go to Exit 5 on the first floor and take a Nantou Bus to the Puli Terminal Station. Walk about 5 minutes to reach the hotel.
Step 1: After selecting the “Smart Pay URL” and receiving a successful payment confirmation email from the system, your order will be confirmed.
Step 2: Fill out the room reservation request email and send it to . We will reply to confirm whether your reservation is successful within two business days (excluding weekends and holidays). Please include the following information in your email. Insufficient details may prevent us from processing your request. The hotel front desk does not provide phone-based booking services – you must book via email.
[Room Reservation Request Email Content]
Name of the booker and person making the reservation
Contact Information
Check-in Date
Check-out Date
Number of Rooms
Purchase Amount
Additional Requests
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