Yue
About 105 sqm with a double bed for 1–2 guests; the hot spring area is twice the size of the other room types.
About 105 sqm1–2 guests
Taichung · Guguan｜HOSHINOYA｜Resort
HOSHINOYA Guguan
A Hoshino Resorts retreat in the Guguan hot spring area of Heping District, Taichung, with 49 mostly split-level rooms, each with a semi-open-air bath of non-recirculated natural hot spring water, plus public baths and a Water Garden.
- Location
- Guguan Hot Springs in Heping District, Taichung, in the Dajia River valley among the Xueshan Range
- Getting there
- About 1.5 hours by shuttle from HSR Taichung Station, about 2 hours 30 minutes from Taipei
- Rooms
- 49 rooms, mostly split-level, with the bedroom and the hot spring area on different floorsCheck-in / check-out 15:00／12:00
- Why stay
- A semi-open-air hot spring bath in every room; dinner is the Seasonal Kaiseki, and the restaurant is for hotel guests only
Brand: Japanese Premium Hotels・HOSHINOYA Official hotel website ↗
At a Glance
What is HOSHINOYA Guguan like?
HOSHINOYA Guguan is in the Guguan hot spring area of Heping District, Taichung, surrounded by the peaks known as the Seven Heroes of Guguan. Guguan Hot Springs lie within the Xueshan Range and were developed as a public bath in 1927; the hotel's water is a weakly alkaline bicarbonate spring that is gentle on the skin.
There are 49 rooms, nearly all split-level, with the bedroom and the hot spring area on different floors, and each has a semi-open-air bath fed with non-recirculated natural hot spring water. The resort also has public baths, a pool and hydrotherapy massage. At its center is the Water Garden, dotted with gazebos, and the communal space (風之間) is designed to let sunlight and breezes pass through.
Dinner is the Seasonal Kaiseki, which pairs Taiwanese ingredients with Japanese cooking techniques, and breakfast can be Japanese, Taiwanese or Western. The resort also runs activities such as Atayal weaving, mouth harp making and morning stretches. It suits travelers who want to spend a night or two in the mountains and are happy to stay put without going anywhere else.
- Location
- Guguan Hot Springs in Heping District, about 2 hours 30 minutes from Taipei
- Rooms
- 49 rooms, mostly split-level, each with a semi-open-air hot spring bath
- Dining
- Seasonal Kaiseki (hotel guests only), Japanese, Taiwanese or Western breakfast, lunch and in-room dining
- Facilities
- Public baths, pool, hydrotherapy massage, the Water Garden, children's play area
- House rules
- Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00; no pets
✓ A good fit if
- Travelers who want to focus on soaking and resting: every room has a semi-open-air bath with non-recirculated natural hot spring water, and there are indoor and open-air public baths as well.
- Travelers arriving or leaving via HSR Taichung Station or Taichung Airport: the hotel runs transfers to and from HSR Taichung Station and Taichung International Airport (book 3 days before check-in), and a private charter can also drive straight up the mountain from downtown Taichung.
- Families or friends traveling together: Feng rooms sleep 3 and have a living room with a sunken kotatsu-style table, and Sen rooms have three bedrooms for up to 7 guests.
✕ Consider another hotel if
- You want lake views as the focus and plan to cycle or take a boat around the lake by day: consider The Lalu, Sun Moon Lake. — try The Lalu, Sun Moon Lake
- Your plans center on eating and shopping in downtown Taichung and visiting night markets in the evening: Guguan is a mountain road away from the city, so consider InterContinental Taichung in West District. — try InterContinental Taichung
Highlights
Why stay at HOSHINOYA Guguan? Three highlights
01Private Hot Spring
A semi-open-air hot spring bath in every room
Nearly all rooms are split-level, with the bedroom and the hot spring area on separate floors and windows on both sides to let the breeze in. Each has a semi-open-air bath fed with non-recirculated natural hot spring water, so after a soak you can head straight upstairs to rest.
In Yue rooms the hot spring area is twice the size of the other room types, with a large sofa to relax on after bathing; Sen rooms have 2 semi-open-air baths in their hot spring area.
02Public Bath
Public baths in the Japanese bathing tradition
The public baths follow the Japanese tradition of bathing without swimwear. The indoor bath is filled with the scent of hinoki cypress, and the open-air bath winds and curves out toward the forest, borrowing the surrounding woods as its backdrop.
The post-bath rest area looks out onto greenery, and the resort also has a pool and hydrotherapy massage; opening hours for each facility are subject to the hotel's latest notice.
03Dining
Seasonal Kaiseki and three styles of breakfast
Dinner is a Seasonal Kaiseki made with ingredients familiar in Taiwan, including sturgeon and trout raised in Guguan's clear water, served on Japanese Kutani, Bizen and Arita ware. It costs NT$4,389 per person (including tax and service charge), with seatings at 17:30–19:10 or 19:30–21:10, and the restaurant is for hotel guests only.
Breakfast can be Japanese, Taiwanese or Western, NT$1,213 per person, with no reservation needed and last entry at 9:30. Lunch offers à la carte dishes such as beef noodles and braised pork rice (12:00–14:00), and in-room dining is available in the evening.
Rooms
Rooms
Nearly all 49 rooms are split-level, with the bedroom and the hot spring area on separate floors, and the living room and bedroom have floor-to-ceiling windows. Every room has a semi-open-air hot spring bath, along with samue robes, pajamas, a minibar, a safe and a bidet toilet, and there is free Wi-Fi throughout. Views vary by room type, so confirm when booking. Children under 12 can share a bed with an adult, and each room may not exceed its maximum occupancy.
Feng
About 87 sqm with three beds for 1–3 guests, a living room with a sunken kotatsu-style table and a balcony with a sofa.
About 87 sqm1–3 guests
Sen
A split-level room of about 216 sqm, with three bedrooms for up to 7 guests, a private terrace and 2 semi-open-air baths in the hot spring area.
About 216 sqm1–7 guests
Facilities
Facilities
The resort is built around the Water Garden, with the public baths, pool and communal space (風之間) all within walking distance; the restaurant and most activities need a reservation.
- Hot springs
- In-room semi-open-air baths and public baths (indoor and open-air), weakly alkaline bicarbonate spring
- Pool & hydrotherapy
- Pool and hydrotherapy/massage; opening hours subject to the hotel's latest notice
- Dining
- Seasonal Kaiseki NT$4,389 (hotel guests only, reservation required), breakfast NT$1,213, à la carte lunch, in-room dining
- Activities
- The Colorful Legacy of Atayal Weaving (Friday to Sunday), The Atayal's Secret Musical Notes (Friday and Saturday), Star Light Deep Breath Stretch (free) and more
- Families
- Children's play area; children under 12 can share a bed with an adult, and commercially prepared baby food is available
- Meeting room
- 66 sqm, up to 16 people in a hollow-square layout, with projection equipment
- Parking
- There is a parking lot; check guest parking details with the hotel. Tesla and Porsche chargers can be booked in advance
- House rules
- Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00; no pets; non-smoking throughout (designated smoking area)
Access
Location
The hotel is on Wenquan Lane, Section 1, Dongguan Road, Heping District, Taichung, in the Guguan hot spring area on the upper Dajia River, about 2 hours 30 minutes from Taipei. By high-speed rail, it is about 1 hour from Taipei or Zuoying to HSR Taichung Station, then about 1.5 hours by shuttle.
If you drive yourself, take National Freeway 1 to Taichung, switch to National Freeway 4 and exit at the Fengyuan end, then take Highway 3 and switch to Highway 8 up into the mountains. The hotel offers transfers from Taoyuan International Airport, Taipei Songshan Airport, HSR Taichung Station and Taichung International Airport, which must be booked 3 days before check-in.
- HSR Taichung Station
- About 1.5 hours by shuttle
- Taipei
- About 2 hours 30 minutes
- Transfers
- Taoyuan Airport, Songshan Airport, HSR Taichung Station and Taichung Airport; book 3 days before check-in
- Driving
- National Freeway 4, Fengyuan end exit, then Highway 3 to Highway 8
With a private charter
Guguan is in the mountains of Taichung, about 1.5 hours from HSR Taichung Station and about 2 hours 30 minutes from Taipei; the last stretch follows the mountain road of Highway 8, so travelers prone to car sickness should come prepared. With a private charter you can fit sights in downtown Taichung or around Fengyuan into the drive up and arrive just after 15:00 for check-in. The Seasonal Kaiseki dinner has two seatings, 17:30 and 19:30, so don't pack the day too full. Check-out is at 12:00 noon the next day, leaving time for an unhurried drive down, after which you can continue toward Cingjing or Sun Moon Lake. There is a parking lot on site; please check guest parking details with the hotel, and check with the hotel whether they apply to charter vehicles.
FAQ
What are the check-in and check-out times at HOSHINOYA Guguan?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00.
Does every room at HOSHINOYA Guguan have a hot spring?
Yes. Every room has a semi-open-air bath using non-recirculated natural hot spring water, a weakly alkaline bicarbonate spring, and the resort also has indoor and open-air public baths.
How do I get from HSR Taichung Station to HOSHINOYA Guguan?
The hotel offers transfers from HSR Taichung Station, taking about 1.5 hours, which must be booked 3 days before check-in; you can also arrange a private charter straight up the mountain. Transfers from Taoyuan Airport, Songshan Airport and Taichung Airport can also be booked.
Do I need to reserve dinner at HOSHINOYA Guguan?
Yes. The Seasonal Kaiseki costs NT$4,389 per person (including tax and a 10% service charge), with seatings at 17:30–19:10 or 19:30–21:10. The restaurant is for hotel guests only, so you need to book your stay first. Since April 1, 2024, breakfast no longer needs a reservation.
Can I bring a pet to HOSHINOYA Guguan?
No, the hotel does not accept pets.
Rates, room types, facility hours and parking rules follow the hotel’s latest notice.
Charter Tours
Charter tours that stay nearby
Family · 3 Days
Taichung + Sun Moon Lake + Alishan
Dinosaurs at the science museum, Miyahara ice cream, a full day of rides and cable cars at Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, a Sun Moon Lake cruise, then a walk among Alishan's thousand-year-old giant trees.
Science Museum DinosaursFormosan Aboriginal Culture VillageSun Moon Lake CruiseFenqihu Bento
From NT$9,500 each (4 people)
10-hour daily charter
View Full Itinerary →
Seniors · 2 Days
Taichung + Sun Moon Lake
Baojue Temple and a quiet stroll at the Confucius Temple, then prayers at Wenwu Temple, effortless ropeway views and a ferry to Xuanguang Temple — beautiful scenery without long walks.
Baojue TempleWenwu TempleSun Moon Lake RopewayXiangshan Boardwalk
From NT$5,000 each (4 people)
10-hour daily charter
View Full Itinerary →
Pilgrimage · 2 Days
Dajia + Puli Monasteries
The Matsu sanctuary of Dajia Jenn Lann Temple and historic Baojue Temple, then the astonishing Chung Tai Chan Monastery, Wenwu Temple and a ferry to Xuanguang Temple.
Dajia Jenn Lann TempleChung Tai Chan MonasteryWenwu TempleVegetarian Lunches
From NT$5,000 each (4 people)
10-hour daily charter
View Full Itinerary →Staying at HOSHINOYA Guguan? Leave the itinerary to us
Book your hotel, then send us your dates and group size. We will plan airport transfers and each day’s charter route around where you stay.
