Taiwan is home to several hot springs, which are really popular among the locals and foreign visitors, as well. From Taipei to Kaohsiung and even some of the offshore islands, there are hot springs that offer a relaxing and rejuvenating experience!
Many of these hot springs are also known for their medicinal properties. Some are believed to help ease muscle pain, arthritis, and various skin conditions. What’s more, these hot springs are set in beautiful surroundings that truly make a wonderful staycation!
10 Best Hot Springs to Visit in Taiwan
For this article, we’ve gathered 10 must-visit hot springs in the country. The list includes the natural hot springs themselves, as well as the resorts, hotels, and public bathhouses built near them.
Beitou Hot Spring Resort
Situated in Taipei City, this is one of the resorts at Beitou Hot Spring, one of the most well-known hot springs in Taiwan. The resort features a 1,320-square meter public pool, along with a sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, cold water bath, and shower facilities.
In addition, Beitou Hot Spring Resort has 14 private rooms, each with its own hot spring pool, cold water pool, and shower. The resort is also located near Beitou Hot Spring Museum, a cultural destination where visitors can learn about the history and significance of hot springs in the country.
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Address: No. 3, Zhongshan Rd, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan 112
Telephone: +886 2 2898 8661
Email: pr-corp@tyq.com.tw
Website: http://www.tyq.com.tw/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyqresort/
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Guanziling Hot Spring
This spring can be found in Baihe District, Tainan City. It was discovered way back — by Japanese troops — and soon became “Taiwan’s No. 1 Hot Spring” in 1920. Until today, this “mud spring” is extremely popular among local and foreign tourists.
Guanziling Hot Spring is located on the side of a mountain, where hotels, spring pools, and restaurants have been established. Also worth visiting within the area is Hongye Park, Biyung Temple, Daxian Temple, and Xiangong Temple.
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Address: 732, Taiwan, Tainan City, Baihe District
Website: https://www.twtainan.net/zh-tw/attractions/detail/590
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Jiaoxi Hot Springs Park
Located in Yilan County, this is one of the attractions in Jiaoxi Hot Springs, which is known for its mineral-rich waters. The park features public hot springs and pools, set in a garden with a cafe. There’s also a visitor center where guests can go to for information and assistance.
Relaxing in Jiaoxi Hot Springs is believed to have health benefits, since the water contains calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and carbonate ions.
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Address: 262, Taiwan, Yilan County, Jiaoxi Township
Telephone: +886 3 987 6416
Email: spa.park.tw@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spa.park
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Lisong Hot Spring
If you don’t mind hiking down a steep valley and crossing a river, you will reach one of Taiwan’s most magnificent natural wonders: Lisong Hot Spring. It can be found in Haiduan Township, Taitung County. Set in a river gorge, the spring is only accessible on foot, by following a trail from the Southern Cross-Island Highway.
Due to its location, it is safe to visit Lisong Hot Spring during the dry season only, from November to April.
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Address: Nanbu Cross-island Hwy, Haiduan Township, Taitung County, Taiwan 957
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Mingao Spring Resort
Mingao Spring Resort is located in Heping District, Taichung City, within the Guguan Hot Spring Scenic Area. The Guguan Hot Spring supplies water to all of the rooms in this resort-hotel. From the resort, visitors can easily reach other local destinations, such as Shuilai Trail, Guguan Hot Spring Cultural Center, and Baxian Mountain Forest Recreation Area.
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Address: No. 92, Section 1, Dongguan Rd, Heping District, Taichung City, Taiwan 424
Telephone: +886 4 2595 1117
Email: mingao-resort@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.mingao.com.tw/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mingaos
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Tai’an Hot Spring
Situated in Miaoli County, this spring was originally called “Ueshima Hot Spring” during the Japanese colonial period. In 1945, it was renamed “Hu Mountain Hot Spring” before finally becoming “Tai’an Hot Spring” in 1978. Notably, the spring courses through Jinshui Village, where many hot spring hotels and resorts are located.
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Address: 365, Taiwan, Miaoli County, Tai’an Township
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Wulai Shui An Hot Spring House
Situated in New Taipei City, this is one of the hotels near Wulai Hot Springs. Each private room has complete amenities, including spring water baths. After relaxing in the hotel, guests can easily walk to the nearby Yunxian Park and Wulai Old Street.
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Address: No. 39, Wenquan St, Wulai District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 233
Telephone: +886 2 2661 6650
Email: evan850902@yahoo.com.tw / mybaby.39@yahoo.com.tw
Website: http://power39.com.tw/
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Hot Spring World
Also located near Wulai Hot Springs is Hot Spring World, a resort-hotel that features both indoor and outdoor pools, along with spa facilities. Each room includes a hot tub, shower, and offers spectacular mountain views. The popular Wulai Falls is also just a 10-minute drive away from the resort.
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Address: No. 118, Huanshan Rd, Wulai District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 233
Telephone: +886 2 2661 6720
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Zhiben Hot Spring
Located in Beinan Township, Taitung County, the Zhiben Hot Spring has been famous since the Japanese colonial period. Here, you can find many hotels, resorts, and public baths that offer a relaxing hot spring experience!
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Address: 954, Taiwan, Taitung County, Beinan Township
Telephone: +886 8 938 1368
Website: https://tour.taitung.gov.tw/zh-tw/attraction/details/284
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Zhaori Hot Spring
To reach this hot spring, you’ll need to take a ferry to Green Island, which is located 33 kilometers off the main island of Taiwan. Originally called “Asahi Hot Spring” during the Japanese period, it is now known as “Zhaori Hot Spring.” The facility features a spa pool, three open-air pools, and five terrace-like pools.
What makes Zhaori Hot Spring unique is that it is one of only three “saltwater hot springs” in the world, along with the saltwater hot springs in Sicily, Italy and Kyushu, Japan.
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Address: 951, Taiwan, Taitung County, Ludao Township
Telephone: +886 8 967 1133
Website: https://www.eastcoast-nsa.gov.tw/zh-tw/attractions/detail/95
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As mentioned earlier, one of the hot springs is located on Green Island. This just one of Taiwan’s offshore islands, which are definitely worth visiting, too! Check out this guide to learn more about the country’s outlying islands.