Travel Guide: Southern Garden Holiday Hotel, Taoyuan City

Introduction

Nestled in a quiet, leafy corner of Zhongli District, Taoyuan’s Southern Garden Holiday Hotel (南方莊園度假飯店) is a versatile retreat for family vacationers, business travelers, and couples seeking a relaxing break between Taipei and Taoyuan International Airport. Far from the noise of central Zhongli, this sprawling resort balances convenient access to Taoyuan’s top attractions with on-site amenities that make it easy to spend a whole weekend without leaving the property.

Hotel Overview

Located at No. 8, Shuzai Road, Zhongli District, Southern Garden caters to every type of traveler with a thoughtful range of facilities. All rooms are non-smoking, outfitted with air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an electric kettle, mini-fridge, and private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer, and a deep soaking bathtub. Many rooms overlook the hotel’s lush private garden or sweeping city views, while family rooms are available for larger groups. The property’s biggest draws include a year-round indoor adult-only pool, a separate children’s pool, and a full wellness center with a sauna, steam room, open-air hot spring, and a full menu of paid spa treatments, facials, and body treatments. Active guests can enjoy yoga and fitness classes, rent bikes to explore the surrounding area, or use the paid fitness center. For families, there’s a kids’ club, indoor and outdoor play areas, and paid children’s buffets. The hotel’s breakfast consistently earns rave reviews from guests, and there is an on-site restaurant, bar, coffee shop, and snack bar. Practical perks include free parking (including accessible spots), 24-hour front desk service, multilingual staff (Chinese, English, and Japanese), and paid airport shuttle service for transiting travelers. Business guests can access paid meeting facilities and a business center.

Local Attractions

Three standout nearby attractions make this hotel an ideal base for exploring Taoyuan. First, just 10 minutes’ drive away is Zhongli Night Market, one of Taiwan’s best regional night markets, famous for its crispy fried chicken cutlets, oyster omelets, and bubble tea, perfect for an evening of street food hunting and browsing local stalls. Second, 15 minutes away by car, the Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station connects to day trips around northern Taiwan, while the nearby Xpark, Taiwan’s top modern aquarium, offers immersive marine exhibits that are a hit with visitors of all ages. Third, the scenic Daxi Old Street, a 25-minute drive from the hotel, is a preserved historic riverfront district lined with wooden shophouses, traditional snack shops, and art galleries, offering a glimpse into Taoyuan’s cultural past.

Travel Tips

Book your stay in advance during weekends and school holidays, as the hotel’s family and wellness facilities fill up quickly. If you’re arriving via Taoyuan International Airport, pre-book the hotel’s shuttle service for a seamless 20-minute transfer. If you plan to explore local attractions by bike, ask the front desk about bike rental in advance. Don’t skip the hotel’s included breakfast – guests consistently praise its fresh local selection and variety. For those traveling with young children, note that the main indoor pool is adult-only, so kids can use the dedicated children’s pool in the wellness center instead.