Travel Guide: 日光綠築 (Riguang Lüzhu), Yilan County

Introduction

Nestled in the quiet rural countryside of Dongshan Township, Yilan County, 日光綠築 (Sunlight Green Retreat) is a relaxing boutique hotel perfect for travelers looking to escape Taipei’s busy city pace and embrace Yilan’s signature misty mountains, slow breezes, and lush farmland. Centrally located to explore Yilan’s top attractions, this family-friendly retreat balances modern comfort with warm hospitality, making it ideal for romantic getaways, group trips, and multi-generational family vacations alike.

Hotel Overview

日光綠築 is located at 1st Floor, No. 372 Baofu Road, Dongshan Township, and offers a full range of thoughtful amenities to suit every traveler. All rooms are air-conditioned, non-smoking, and equipped with free Wi-Fi, coffee/tea making facilities, flat-screen TVs with Netflix, private en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs, free toiletries, and hairdryers. Family rooms and accessible rooms with disabled facilities are available, and the hotel offers free private parking (including accessible spots) with no pre-booking required.

Highlights of the property include its sunlit courtyard and sprawling gardens, with outdoor dining areas, a picnic spot, and a sun terrace perfect for morning coffee or evening stargazing. On-site facilities include a hot jacuzzi, bicycle rental for countryside rides, karaoke, and an in-house café and restaurant. Breakfast is consistently rated excellent by guests, with options for in-room dining, special dietary menus, and children’s meals (both available for an extra fee). The multilingual front desk offers tour advice, private check-in/out, luggage storage, airport shuttle services, and daily cleaning.

Nearby Attractions

Three unmissable local spots are just a short drive from the hotel:

• Dongshan River Water Park: 10 minutes away by car, this scenic riverside park offers cycling paths, wetland trails, and riverside picnic spots. It hosts the annual Yilan International Children's Folklore and Folkgame Festival in summer, drawing visitors from across Taiwan.
• Jimmy’s Moon Bus: Located 15 minutes away in Yilan City, this beloved public art installation inspired by local author Jimmy Liao turns an old bus stop into a whimsical, photo-worthy spot overlooking the Pacific coast, perfect for quiet contemplation.
• Shuangliou Waterfall: A 25-minute drive into the mountains, this 100-meter cascade is one of Yilan’s most beautiful natural attractions, with cool swimming holes and easy hiking trails suitable for casual hikers.

Travel Tips

Book your stay in advance, especially during weekends, holiday periods, and the summer festival season, as popular room types fill up quickly. If you’re traveling without a car, arrange the hotel’s paid airport or train station shuttle in advance to avoid transportation hassle. Don’t miss the hotel’s breakfast – guests rave about the fresh local fruit and homemade breads, and ordering in-room breakfast lets you start your day slowly overlooking the garden. Bring comfortable walking shoes if you plan to use the hotel’s free bike rental or explore the nearby hiking trails, and pack a light sweater even in summer, as Yilan’s mountain evenings can get cool.