Green Island Vacation Guesthouse (綠島放個假旅宿): Your Ultimate Taitung Getaway Guide

Nestled on the quiet western side of Green Island, a volcanic gem 33 kilometers off Taitung’s southeast coast, Green Island Vacation Guesthouse delivers exactly what its name promises: a laid-back escape from crowded Taiwanese tourist hubs. Whether you’re here to chase ocean views, explore volcanic landscapes, or simply unplug for a few days, this family-friendly guesthouse puts the best of Green Island within easy reach.

Hotel Overview

Green Island Vacation Guesthouse is located at No. 205, Zhongliao Village, Green Island Township, Taitung County, a 10-minute drive from Green Island Airport and steps from Zhongliao Harbor’s quiet waterfront. The property is fully nonsmoking, with spacious family rooms perfect for groups and all outfitted with plush beds, crisp linens, bedside charging outlets, clothes hangers, air conditioning, and tea and coffee making facilities with electric kettles. Every room has a private en-suite bathroom with a stand-up shower, hairdryer, toilet, and fresh towels. Many rooms open onto shared terraces furnished with outdoor seating, where you can sip morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the Pacific.

Practical perks make your stay stress-free: free public parking is available nearby without reservations, the entire property offers complimentary high-speed WiFi, and the guesthouse provides free airport and harbor pickup and drop-off. Additional services include luggage storage, on-site scooter rental (the most popular way to get around the island), and a shared public lounge with flat-screen TV. The guesthouse can also arrange paid off-site activities, including snorkeling, diving, and sea kayaking for adventure seekers, and both English and Chinese are spoken by staff.

Top 3 Local Attractions

Just 15 minutes by scooter from the guesthouse, Jhaorih Hot Springs is one of only three saltwater hot springs in the world. Soak in warm, mineral-rich pools right beside the ocean at low tide, with unmatched views of the open water after a long day of exploring.

For a iconic Green Island experience, head to Sleeping Beauty Rock, a 10-minute drive away. This unique volcanic sea stack resembles a woman lying peacefully on the water, and is particularly striking at sunset, when golden light turns the rock into a photo-worthy backdrop.

Don’t miss the Green Island Human Rights Culture Park, a 12-minute drive from the guesthouse. This former political prison turned museum offers a sobering, thoughtful look at Taiwan’s modern history, set against lush coastal scenery.

Travel Tips

Scooter rental is the easiest way to explore Green Island, and the guesthouse can arrange rentals for you directly at check-in. Book your stay and ferry tickets from Taitung City at least two weeks in advance during peak summer season (June to August), when the island fills up fast. If you plan to do the arranged diving or kayaking trips, mention your interest at booking so staff can confirm availability ahead of time. For the best rates and fewer crowds, visit in April-May or September-October, when temperatures are mild and the ocean is still warm enough for swimming.