Watch the sunrise from bed, enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from the rooftop – 2 ocean-view homestays in Hualien

▲ Mediterranean-style room (Photo / Reposted fromHaibian Homestayofficial fan page)

ReporterYan Xintong/ Hualien Report

Located on the eastern coast of Taiwan along the Pacific Ocean, Hualien boasts stunning blue-green seas that are truly refreshing. In the Haibin Street area near downtown Hualien, there are ocean-view coffee homestays where you can open the window and see the sea—such asSecret Sea Ocean View Cafe and Haibian Homestay, Secret Sea combines dining and accommodation, while Haibian is just 20 meters from the Pacific, allowing you to fulfill your dream of a blue-sea vacation without leaving the country.

1. Secret Sea Ocean View Homestay
Combining a cafe, light meals, and homestay accommodations, Secret Sea is a standalone building located in the North Bin area, right by the seaside. The first floor is the dining area, while the second floor and above feature ocean-view suite rooms. The transparent glass on the first floor allows plenty of natural light, and you can watch people jogging or walking their dogs along the Pacific coastline—very relaxing. On the second floor, the scenic suites offer ocean views. Whether you’re here for a meal or an overnight stay, guests can enjoy the weekly indoor live music performances.

▲ Secret Sea Ocean View Homestay (Photo /Ailishiphotography)

The Sunrise Suite is very close to the sea—just open the window and the Pacific is right there. If you want to catch the first light of the New Year’s sunrise, the suites at Secret Sea Ocean View Homestay are perfect for your stay. It's a multifunctional homestay cafe that combines dining, live music performances, and accommodations.

▲ Secret Sea Ocean View Homestay (Photo / Reposted fromSecret Sea Ocean View Homestayofficial fan page)

Cafe operating hours: 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Address: 1F, No. 66, Haibin Street, Hualien City
Phone: 03-8340448
Owner: Zeng Juying
Official fan page:https://www.facebook.com/hbb15

2. Haibian Homestay
Haibian Homestay is like living right next to the Pacific, offering exclusive views of the most magnificent ocean in eastern Taiwan. The innkeeper mentioned that Haibian is closer to the street view, but its biggest highlight is the rooftop, which provides sweeping panoramic views of the Pacific. The homestay offers large double rooms over 30 ping (approx. 99 m²), accommodating 2–6 people—a room size rarely seen in other homestays.

▲ Haibian Homestay (Photo / Ailishi photography)

In terms of room types, besides the sunrise ocean-view suite, there’s also the starry ocean-view suite, decorated in blue-white and other vibrant, saturated colors, making you feel as if you've arrived in the Mediterranean. Zeng Juying said they aim to create a space where guests can simply relax and unwind—the window sill opens right up to the Pacific.

▲ Cozy double room type (Photo / Reposted fromSeaside HomestayFan Page）

Tel: 03 831 6168
Address: No. 15, Haibin Street, Hualien City, Hualien County 970
Fan Page:https://www.facebook.com/secretseacoffeeroom

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