Slow Time Zhongxing Fashion Youth Apartment: A Nantou Travel Guide

Tucked in the quiet heart of Nantou City, away from the crowded mountain resorts of central Taiwan, Slow Time Zhongxing Fashion Youth Apartment (慢時光中興時尚青公寓) lives up to its name: it’s a laid-back base for travelers who want to savor Nantou’s slow, unrushed charm, whether you’re exploring local city culture or day-tripping to the region’s iconic mountains and lakes.

Hotel Overview

Located at No. 11, Xiangshang 1st Road, Nantou City, this ground-floor accessible apartment property is designed for flexible, comfortable stays for solo travelers, families, and even pet owners. All units are standalone apartments, with full accessibility across the entire property, making it ideal for travelers with mobility needs. Key amenities include free private parking (reservation required, a huge perk in central Nantou), pet-friendly stays with no extra fees, spacious family-friendly rooms, and all non-smoking accommodations. Each apartment comes with a simple, functional fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, electric kettle, cookware, and dining space, plus a separate living area with a sofa, flat-screen TV with Netflix access, and a private balcony or terrace with open city views. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a private standing shower, and the front desk offers speedy private check-in and check-out, with service in both Chinese and English. Note that the property does not provide on-site internet, so we recommend bringing a portable data SIM for connectivity.

Local Attractions

Three can’t-miss spots within a 30-minute drive of the apartment:

• Nantou County Culture Park: Just 10 minutes by car, this sprawling green park houses the historic former Zhongxing New Village government complex, where visitors can explore retro 1950s architecture, rotating local art exhibitions, and casual street food stalls serving Nantou’s famous local pork rice and buckwheat snacks.
• Sun Moon Lake: Taiwan’s most iconic alpine lake is just a 40-minute drive away. Spend a day cycling the 30km scenic loop, ride a cable car over the water, or visit the iconic Wenwu Temple perched on the lake’s northern shore.
• Puli Brewery Cultural Park: A 30-minute drive from the apartment, this cultural attraction lets you tour Taiwan’s oldest sake brewery, sample locally made rice wine and sorghum, and try the park’s famous handmade rice cakes.

Travel Tips

Reserve your free parking spot at least 3 days in advance, as spaces are limited. Since the property does not offer internet, pre-download offline maps for your day trips before you arrive. Stop at the traditional morning market 5 minutes’ walk from the apartment to pick up fresh local fruit and breakfast for your day out. If you’re traveling with pets, the surrounding tree-lined residential streets are perfect for evening walks to end your day in Nantou’s quiet slow pace.