By MOOK Travel Life Wei Ruiwei, Interview & Report    Photography by TAO CHEN, Wang Mingwei

 

Unique views often add a lot to a hotel’s charm, allowing guests to create more wonderful memories during their stay and meals. This special feature will introduce the most distinctive scenic hotels in northern Taiwan, including views of the Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve fireworks, National Day fireworks, seascapes, mountains, airplane takeoffs and landings, large ships entering harbor... These star-rated hotels not only offer amazing views but also have their own uniquely distinctive features — well worth experiencing.

* Best Spot for 101 New Year’s Fireworks ~ W Taipei

 

Filled with a sense of design, giving off stylish and vibrant impressions, W Taipei has become a popular hotspot for trendsetters since it opened in Taipei’s Xinyi District in 2011. Its proximity to Taipei 101 also makes it an excellent hotel for viewing New Year’s fireworks. On regular nights, through the floor-to-ceiling windows in guest rooms, bars, or restaurants, you can feel as if you’re in Manhattan, New York — a wonderfully magical (Wonderful) experience. Coupled with the ingenious spatial design concepts by the British elite design team GA Design International, which combines natural elements, modern technology, creative decor, and color schemes (Witty, Whimsical), it always brings an unexpected warmth (Warm) and surprise (Wow)!

 

Did you know? W Taipei has a unique fragrance that subtly perfumes the space, catering to every guest’s sense of smell and showing attention and welcome (Welcoming) in the details. This fragrance, which blends light lemon and citrus notes, is called “W N°5” by W Taipei — a playful nod to Chanel N°5 — and conveys an attitude of pursuing fashion at its finest while retaining childlike wonder.

 

Something You Must Try……

'Best Rooms for Viewing 101 Fireworks

The best hotel in Taipei City for viewing the 101 New Year’s fireworks is undoubtedly W Taipei. Among its 405 rooms, the “Magnificent Rooms” and “Fantasy Suites” on the 13th to 30th floors facing Taipei 101 are highly sought-after choices for the countdown. They are close enough without feeling cramped, and you don’t have to fight the crowds — which is why bookings start up to half a year in advance.

 

The 13-ping “Magnificent Rooms” and 21-ping “Fantasy Suites” feature red and green-yellow color schemes respectively, creating two different atmospheres: bold and passionate, or natural and cozy. The spacious and comfortable Fantasy Suites include a separate living room and a bathtub area where you can enjoy the night view of Taipei, making them a favorite choice for hosting parties during special holidays.

 

'Mr.W/Ms. W Cocktails

The Purple Lounge Bar on the top floor (31st floor) of W Taipei not only offers an exceptional view of Taipei’s Xinyi District, but its variety of cocktails and Chinese dim sum also soothe the taste buds and provide relaxation for both body and mind, relieving stress. Here, it’s recommended to try the exclusive Mr. W or Ms. W cocktails, which you won’t find elsewhere, and fully immerse yourself in W Taipei’s unique style.

 

“Mr.W” is a twist on the classic Martini, infused with truffle-soaked vodka, olives, and Italian balsamic vinegar. The normally steady Martini becomes even more delightful under the influence of truffle, lifting your mood beautifully. “Ms.W” is inspired by the Fizz cocktail, and in addition to truffle-infused vodka, it includes mashed strawberries, champagne, rose, and vanilla, delivering a sweet and slightly intoxicating feminine vibe.

 

'Unique Spa Stress-Relief Capsule in Taiwan

 “Wow！You’re actually getting a spa right facing the 101 Building...” That’s the surprise you’ll get in the AWAY Stress Relief Capsule, a unique offering only at W Taipei. Among the three treatment rooms, the single double room will make you involuntarily exclaim in admiration. It includes a spacious treatment bed, a massage bathtub, British high-end RODIAL skincare products, and VITAMAN grooming products for men... You’ll feel that treating yourself to this experience at least once in your life is the ultimate form of self-pampering.

 

The AWAY Stress Relief Capsule, with a white color scheme as its base, is available not only to male and female hotel guests but also through membership or pay-per-use. It’s bright and refreshing during the day, romantic and slightly lazy at night, and many celebrities are members here.