Xinbeitou Taipei, Taiwan
Renovated
2014
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Design LocalOutside the door
The house
Hotel RoyalThermal wellness cocoon
Sweeping timber curves and smooth stone set a calming rhythm, framing a quiet sanctuary devoted to restorative health and hot spring relaxation.
What it’s good at
Notable
In-room white sulfur soaking tubs, dedicated hydrotherapy pools, and fitness classes integrated with clinical health screenings.
Listed
Curving timber paneling and smooth stone finishes crafted by Dutch architecture practice Mecanoo.
Listed
Private baths fed by Beitou white sulfur spring water and guided walking tours across Yangmingshan.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Directly opposite Xinbeitou MRT station, the hotel is steps from Beitou Hot Springs Park and the renowned wooden public green library.
The rooms
Each room holds a deep soaking tub piped with natural white sulfur thermal water, paired with customized pillow options and essential oil diffusers.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The baths and spa
Sunken stone pools tap Beitou's white sulfur springs with hydrotherapy jets, and treatment rooms host European aromatherapy rituals.
The gym and studio
The fitness center hosts morning stretching and yoga sessions alongside cardio machines and guided walking tours.
Restaurant
PURE Cuisine
Seasonal tasting menus draw on French techniques and local produce, crafted alongside certified dietitians.
Restaurant
WENISM CAFE
The cafe serves freshly pulled espresso and artisanal breads at marble bistro tables beneath glass pendant lights.
How it began
Opened in 2014, the hotel introduced an integrated wellness concept to Taiwan, sharing its tower with a specialized health management hospital.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.