Taiwan is a vibrant island nation blending ancient Chinese culture with modern innovation, featuring stunning mountain landscapes, bustling night markets, and world-class cuisine. From the neon-lit streets of Taipei to the serene temples of Tainan and dramatic gorges of Taroko, Taiwan offers diverse experiences for every traveler. This subtropical paradise combines excellent infrastructure, warm hospitality, and rich cultural heritage.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Mandarin Oriental Taipei
Ultra-luxury hotel in Taipei's Songshan District combines contemporary design with traditional Chinese accents, housing Michelin-starred dining and an acclaimed spa. The rooftop bar offers stunning Taipei 101 views, while rooms feature Italian marble bathrooms and bespoke furnishings.
The Lalu Sun Moon Lake
Taiwan's most prestigious resort sits on the serene shores of Sun Moon Lake with minimalist Japanese-inspired architecture by Kerry Hill. Each villa features private balconies overlooking the lake, private yacht transfers, and gourmet dining using local Thao indigenous ingredients.
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Iconic luxury hotel adjacent to Taipei 101 with spacious rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, six distinctive restaurants, and extensive garden grounds with outdoor pool. The Aniki Japanese spa offers premium treatments in a serene setting.
Villa 32
Intimate clifftop retreat in Bali (New Taipei) with just six exclusive ocean-view suites, each with private infinity pool and butler service. The Pacific backdrop, bespoke dining, and total privacy attract discerning guests seeking complete seclusion.
Silks Place Taroko
Spectacular mountain resort at the entrance to Taroko National Park blends contemporary design with Truku indigenous cultural elements. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame dramatic gorge scenery, and the spa uses local hot spring water for signature treatments.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
RAW
Chef André Chiang's Michelin-starred flagship reimagines Taiwanese ingredients through French culinary technique, with seasonally evolving tasting menus that showcase local produce in unexpected ways. The minimalist space and impeccable service make this Taipei's definitive fine dining experience.
Logy
Two-Michelin-starred restaurant by Chef Ryogo Tahara offering an 11-course omakase menu that interprets Taiwanese ingredients through a Japanese culinary lens. The intimate 14-seat counter allows full engagement with the chef's creative process in real time.
Le Palais (頤宮)
Three-Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant in Palais de Chine Hotel, Taiwan's highest-rated Chinese restaurant. Signature Peking duck is prepared tableside, while the wine list and service match international five-star standards. Reservations essential weeks in advance.
Le Blanc
Elegant French fine dining in Taipei's Da'an District with an extensive French wine cellar and seasonal tasting menus combining classical French technique with Taiwanese seasonal ingredients. The intimate setting and expert sommelier service create a complete gastronomic event.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Helicopter Tour over Taroko Gorge
Charter a private helicopter from Hualien for an aerial perspective of Taroko Gorge's marble canyon, reaching viewpoints impossible on foot. Fly over the Central Mountain Range summit ridges and coastal cliffs for a perspective on Taiwan's geography accessible to no other traveler.
Sun Moon Lake Exclusive Yacht Charter
Private yacht charter on Sun Moon Lake for sunrise or sunset cruises with personal chef preparing Thao indigenous cuisine on deck. The Lalu hotel operates exclusive vessels; independent charter companies offer half-day and full-day bookings with customized itineraries.
Taitung Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise
Private tethered balloon flight over the East Rift Valley at sunrise during Taiwan's summer Balloon Festival, with a champagne breakfast on the launch field. The first light over the valley mountains from altitude creates an unforgettable visual spectacle from July to September.
National Palace Museum Private After-Hours Tour
Exclusive after-hours private viewing of the National Palace Museum's Jade and Painting galleries with expert curator guides explaining the imperial treasures without crowds. The museum operates private access programs for corporate groups and luxury travel clients.
Alishan Forest Railway First Class Cabin
Charter a vintage narrow-gauge railway car for a private journey through Alishan's ancient cypress forest, with champagne breakfast at the Zhushan sunrise viewpoint. The heritage railway operates charter services for small groups seeking a romantic or private mountain experience.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Spa at Mandarin Oriental Taipei
Award-winning urban spa offering Eastern and Western treatments across 2,000 square meters, including signature Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, hot stone massages, and rejuvenating herbal rituals. The spa uses ESPA products alongside proprietary Taiwanese herbal formulations.
The Lalu Spa, Sun Moon Lake
Serene lakeside spa incorporating Thao indigenous wellness traditions with bespoke treatments using local botanicals and lake mineral water. The outdoor relaxation terrace with lake views makes this among Taiwan's most atmospheric spa experiences. Exclusive to hotel guests and day visitors by appointment.
Beitou Hot Spring Hotels (Spring City Resort)
Beitou's natural radium-rich hot spring water feeds private mineral spring pools at Spring City Resort and Caesar Park Hotel Beitou. The milky-white hot spring (a natural phenomenon found only in Beitou and Italy) is incorporated into pool and bath treatments for deep mineral therapy.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur Mercedes-Benz from NT$8,000 ($270)/day through major hotels; Tesla Model X available through premium car hire operators in Taipei
- Air
- Helicopter charters available from Taipei Songshan Airport for Hualien/Taroko in 30 minutes; Green Island and Penghu private charter flights available
- Airport
- VIP fast-track immigration at Taoyuan Airport available; airport limousine services from NT$2,500 ($85) single journey with meet-and-greet