Taipei Onsens

Spring City Resort 春天酒店 Denne gang brugte vi Klook-pakken, som inkluderede et måltid og to timers adgang til et privat varmt kildebad for 3500 NTD. Når bilen ankommer til hotellets indgang, hjælper personalet med parkeringsservice, så chaufføren ikke selv skal køre ned og parkere. Man skal give drikkepenge, når man forlader stedet, så det er godt at være forberedt på dette for at undgå et akavet øjeblik med pungen. Middagen var japansk mad, og menuen var fast, uden mulighed for at vælge. Generelt var det acceptabelt. Efter middagen kunne man gå en tur i området, inden man vendte tilbage til det varme kildebad, hvilket gav en behagelig rytme til turen. Det private baderum bar præg af alder, og indretningsstilen var lidt ældre, men rummet var stort, og badeområdet var rummeligt. Lyden fra hoveddøren var gennemsnitlig, men da vi var der på en hverdag, var der ikke mange mennesker, så det påvirkede os ikke meget. Det, der var mest forvirrende, var, at kort efter vi var kommet ind på værelset, bankede rengøringspersonalet på og sagde, at tiden var gået. Vi var fuldstændig forvirrede og tænkte: "Vi er lige kommet ind, er tiden gået for hurtigt, eller er vores liv blevet spolet frem?" Efter at rengøringspersonalet havde tjekket op på det, undskyldte de og gik, men denne lille episode var ret mærkelig. Alt i alt, selvom udstyret og indretningen på Spring City Resort viser tegn på alder, var servicen generelt acceptabel, og omgivelserne havde en feriestemning. Med et måltid og to timers adgang til et privat baderum for 3500 NTD er værdien stadig god, og det er et sted, man kan planlægge at besøge for at slappe af i de varme kilder.

Dette var en booking i sidste øjeblik. Jeg bookede det på vej til Beitou. Det blev indløst inden for 15 minutter uden problemer. Personalet var meget imødekommende, og de 90 minutter til badet var mere end rigeligt. Der var også gratis snacks og kolde drikkevarer. Der er et varmt og koldt bassin i det private rum. Bemærk venligst, at der er et ekstra gebyr på 300 NTD for weekendbesøg.

Booking the 90-minute hot spring private room experience at Kagaya through Klook was quite good overall. The hot spring room was clean and tidy, with a Japanese-style elegant design that immediately put me at ease. The hot spring water was warm and comfortable, and after soaking, my body felt noticeably relaxed, providing excellent relief from accumulated daily fatigue. The staff were friendly and explained the process clearly, which made the overall experience even smoother. However, the afternoon tea was a bit simple, consisting of basic items. Both the portion size and sophistication were somewhat lacking, which felt a little underwhelming compared to the high-quality hot spring experience. If the afternoon tea could be elevated, for example, by adding some unique desserts or improving the presentation, the overall satisfaction would be even higher. Overall, the quality of the hot spring room itself and its relaxing effect are highly recommended. It's a great choice for a short, rejuvenating escape.

Et besøg i Beitou Water House for en privat badeoplevelse var et af de mest afslappende højdepunkter på vores tur til Taipei. Vi gik oprindeligt ind med den hensigt at købe billetter på stedet, men personalet i receptionen var utroligt ærligt og hjælpsomt og foreslog, at vi i stedet bookede via Klook, da det kunne være billigere. Vi bookede det på vores telefoner lige i lobbyen, og hele den 90 minutter lange oplevelse var simpelthen den bedste. Det varme hvide svovlbad gjorde underværker for vores trætte muskler og hjalp os med at komme os helt efter at have gået over 20.000 skridt hver dag på vores tur. Mellem det terapeutiske mineralvand, den elegante atmosfære og den enestående kundeservice vil vi helt sikkert vende tilbage ved vores næste besøg i Taipei.

All of the amenities are functioning right except the water station, the cold water is not available. A vendo at the snacking area could be also useful. Nonetheless, I had a great experience with Shan Yue and will definitely comeback for more.

The experience was quite good. 3 hours were enough for us to enjoy the hot spring bath and relax after that. It would be better in the cold season anw.

(Plus 30 minutes during off-peak season) Therefore, the private hot spring room is 120 minutes. If you don't like crowds but enjoy hot springs, there are off-peak discounts available from April to the end of September. Be sure to call ahead for a reservation before you go; the staff are friendly and provide detailed explanations. Also, if you're driving, you can first ask the guard at the entrance if there are any parking spaces left for the hot spring rooms. If not, there's a Qixing Park Dudu parking lot on the side of the MRT station across the street, and it's convenient to use a credit card to pay for parking. Today's room didn't have an outside window, but it had a relatively large pool, so there was plenty of space for two people to soak. Alternatively, if you prefer a larger resting area, you should choose a room with an outside window, even though the pool might be smaller.

The facility was very good. The hot spring was also very pleasant. It wasn't like those strong sulfur springs where all your belongings smell like the hot spring when you get home; it was just right. The access from the station and other tourist spots is also good, so I recommend it if you're visiting Taipei. However, I imagine it's similar at most hot springs, but regulars seem to dominate the space. I was warned for not wearing a shower cap (which isn't customary in Japan), while they were eating food they brought into the bathing area. I want to respect local rules, so if shower caps are mandatory, I would appreciate it if that were clearly stated. If eating and drinking are also permitted, removing the 'no eating/drinking' signs would prevent me from feeling confused.

During the off-season, you'll find absolute tranquility, allowing you to immerse yourself in a sea of knowledge and enjoy peaceful rejuvenation. The maintenance of the facilities clearly shows the operator's dedication and effort. Compared to the price, it far exceeds expectations, truly living up to its reputation as a premier hot spring destination.