Travel Guide: Yilan Toucheng Seaview Hot Spring Time Retreat

Introduction

Nestled along Yilan County’s dramatic northeastern coast, 宜蘭頭城溫泉海景拾光小旅 (Yilan Toucheng Seaview Hot Spring Time Retreat) is a boutique escape that blends sweeping ocean views, soothing thermal waters, and laid-back coastal energy. Perfect for weekend getaways from Taipei, family vacations, or quiet romantic retreats, this high-rise hideaway puts the best of Toucheng right at your doorstep.

Hotel Overview

Perched on the 21st floor at 168 Fuxing Road, Toucheng Township, Yilan County, this semi-detailed boutique property delivers thoughtful amenities for every type of traveler. The star attraction is its seasonal rooftop infinity edge pool, where you can swim with unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Guishan Island, plus a shaded poolside bar and sun loungers for lazy afternoons. For relaxation, the on-site hot spring and heated jacuzzi let you soak away travel fatigue with cool ocean breezes.

All guest rooms are non-smoking, allergy-friendly, soundproofed, and fitted with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with Netflix, air conditioning and heating, and private en-suite bathrooms with deep bathtubs, free toiletries, and hairdryers. Family rooms are available for groups, and full accessibility features including accessible parking, accessible restrooms, and elevator access to the high-rise floor make the property welcoming to all travelers. Additional amenities include a fully equipped shared kitchen, free private pre-bookable parking, a rooftop sun terrace, recreational facilities including mini-golf, darts, billiards, karaoke, and a paid children’s play area, plus private check-in, tour booking services, and 24-hour security. Paid breakfast can be delivered directly to your room for a lazy morning start.

Attractions

Three unmissable local attractions are all within a 15-minute drive of the hotel:

• Guishan Island: A short 20-minute ferry ride from Toucheng Harbor, this dormant volcanic island is Yilan’s most iconic landmark. Book a whale watching tour to spot dolphins and migrating cetaceans, hike to the iconic lighthouse for panoramic coast views, and explore the unique volcanic terrain.
• Waiao Beach: Just 10 minutes from the hotel, this wide golden-sand beach is famous for its gentle surf, perfect for beginner surfers and long sunset strolls. It’s also one of the best spots in Taiwan to watch the first sunrise of the Lunar New Year.
• Toucheng Old Street: A 5-minute drive from the hotel, this preserved 19th-century street is lined with wooden shophouses, local snack stalls selling Yilan specialties like scallion pancakes and peanut brittle, and small independent boutiques selling handmade crafts.

Travel Tips

Book your free private parking spot in advance when you confirm your reservation, as street parking in central Toucheng can fill up on weekends and holidays. The outdoor pool and hot spring are seasonal, so confirm operating hours with the hotel if visiting between November and March. Taipei is just a one-hour drive on National Highway 5, or you can take the Taiwan Railways Administration to Toucheng Station, which is a 10-minute taxi ride from the property. For the best views, book a sea-facing room to wake up to sunrises over the Pacific.