I spent $1,000 a night at a luxury resort in Taiwan. My 2-story room came with a private hot spring and 9-course dinners.

Andrew ChenMar 12, 2024, 02:13 IST

Hoshinoya Guguan is located in a picturesque part of Taiwan. Andrew Chen

I recently stayed at Hoshinoya Guguan, a hot-spring resort located in a majestic valley in Taiwan.
The resort has massive rooms with private hot-spring baths and breathtaking mountain views.

On a recent trip to Asia, we decided to take a break from a packed travel schedule to visit a hot spring.

Despite being someone who likes to keep busy when traveling, I enjoyed the relaxing getaway more than I thought I would.

We spent two nights — paying around $1,000 per night — at Hoshinoya Guguan, one of the newest high-end hot-spring resorts in Taiwan.

What I found was a peaceful oasis located on a picturesque mountainside.

The drive to the resort took us through winding mountain roads.

The property is located in a mountainous part of the island.Andrew Chen

The simplistic entrance set the tone for a relaxing getaway.Andrew Chen

Our room had a staircase inside. Andrew Chen

The toilet was located on the main floor. Andrew Chen

Our private hot-spring bath came with impressive views. Andrew Chen

The public baths had separate men's and women's sections. Andrew Chen

The food included delicacies like caviar, wagyu beef, and abalone.Andrew Chen

The water garden was a green oasis.Andrew Chen

Gazebos with outdoor couches could be found throughout the garden and beside the pool.Andrew Chen

The nearby village had beautiful architecture. Andrew Chen

The mountains were foggy on our last day due to the rain.Andrew Chen

The evening lighting gave the water garden an intimate feel.Andrew Chen