Travel Guide: Fangu Starry Night B&B, Nantou County

Introduction

Tucked into the gentle rolling hills of Puli Township, Nantou County, Fangu Starry Night B&B lives up to its dreamy name, offering a quiet, green escape from the bustle of Taiwan’s major cities. Surrounded by the misty peaks of central Taiwan, this family-run guesthouse blends cozy, personalized hospitality with access to Nantou’s most beloved natural and cultural attractions, making it the perfect base for a weekend getaway or a longer slow travel retreat.

Hotel Overview

Fangu Starry Night B&B is located at No. 500, Nanhuan Road, Puli Township, an easy 10-minute drive from central Puli with plenty of on-site parking. The property caters to all types of travelers, from couples to large family groups, with spacious family rooms, accessible facilities for guests with mobility needs, and designated non-smoking spaces throughout. All rooms come with private en-suite bathrooms fitted with bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, and soft slippers, plus air conditioning, heating, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and free WiFi that works across the entire property.

The B&B’s biggest draw is its namesake garden: lush, well-tended grounds with outdoor seating, picnic areas, and barbecue facilities, ideal for lazy afternoons with a cup of local Taiwanese tea or stargazing on clear nights. Other thoughtful perks include daily housekeeping, a shared game and recreation lounge, and private check-in and check-out for a hassle-free stay. Complimentary private parking (including accessible spots) is available without a reservation, a major plus for guests road-tripping around Nantou.

Nearby Attractions

Three standout attractions are all within a 30-minute drive of the B&B:

• Sun Moon Lake: Taiwan’s most iconic alpine lake is just 25 minutes away. Cycle the 30-kilometer car-free loop around the shore, take a gondola to the snow-dusted peaks of nearby Cingjing Farm, or visit the iconic Wenwu Temple perched above the lake’s northern shore for panoramic views.
• Puli Brewery: A 10-minute drive from the B&B, this historic brewery is the birthplace of Taiwan’s famous Shaoxing rice wine. Tour the heritage facilities, sample aged rice wines and sweet rice cakes, and pick up artisanal local preserves to take home.
• Paper Dome: One of Puli’s most beloved cultural landmarks, this stunning structure built from 1,500 pieces of recycled paper was reconstructed in Puli after the 1999 921 earthquake. It hosts regular art exhibitions and community events, and its soft, curved architecture makes it a popular spot for quiet reflection and photography.

Travel Tips

Note that the B&B’s staff speak primarily Mandarin, so it’s helpful to have a translation app handy if you don’t speak Chinese. Book at least two weeks in advance during peak seasons (cherry blossom season in March and the cool autumn months of October-November) to secure your preferred room. Bring layers if you’re visiting between November and February—Nantou’s mountain evenings can get surprisingly cool, but all rooms are fitted with heating for comfort. For a true local experience, ask your host to recommend hidden hiking trails in the surrounding hills, and pick up fresh lychee or pineapple from a nearby roadside stand to enjoy for a picnic in the B&B’s garden.