Alishan Hotel - Xianglin

Historic mountain resort inside Alishan National Forest Recreation Area with rooftop sunset observation deck

Location and Shuttle Service

Alishan Hotel Xianglin sits within the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, giving guests direct access to trails like the Sisters' Ponds and the Giant Trees loop. The hotel operates a complimentary shuttle that runs every 30 minutes, connecting guests to the visitor center, Alishan Railway station, and the main bus stop. Dedicated sunrise shuttles depart from the hotel to Zhushan viewing platform, allowing guests to skip the early morning crowds.

Rooms and Views

The hotel offers family rooms in both a historical wing and a modern building, each with private balconies that look onto cypress forests and mountains. Select rooms include a bathtub positioned beside a large window, plus a separate toilet and shower area. Guests in the historical building can use an electric fireplace, while deluxe family rooms in the modern building provide two large beds and a baby cot on request.

Dining Options

The hotel's restaurant serves a dinner buffet that changes daily and includes a cooked-to-order noodle station and carved roast beef. Breakfast and dinner are included in the room rate, with a wide range of Asian dishes and some Western options. A coffee house on the third floor (Fifties Coffee) is open from 1 PM to 9 PM and sells cakes, bread, and specialty drinks.

Recreation and Wellness

An eighth-floor observation deck provides a view of the surrounding mountains and is the only place in the hotel where guests can watch the sunset and the sea of clouds. The onsite spa center offers massage and wellness treatments, and a fitness center with two treadmills is available on the tenth floor. Children can use the playground and the games room, and the hotel offers free laundry service with dryer for guest convenience.

History and Architecture

The hotel was originally part of the Alishan Forest Farm and retains historical architecture with a blend of modern and traditional styles. Guest rooms in the historical building have tatami-style areas and sliding shoji screens that reference Japanese influence. Guided tours for scenic routes can be arranged through the front desk, and the lobby displays vintage photographs and furnishings from the hotel's past.

• Location: Inside Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, walking distance to trails
• Shuttle: Complimentary service to visitor center, train station, and sunrise viewpoint
• Rooms: Family rooms with balconies, mountain views, bathtubs, and electric fireplaces
• Dining: Daily buffet dinner and breakfast included, with cooked-to-order noodle station
• Wellness: Spa center, fitness room, children's playground, and games room
• Unique: Rooftop observation deck for sunset and sea of clouds
• History: Former Alishan Forest Farm property with Japanese-influenced architecture

Licence number: 89329127