Art, culture and nature collide at the Hot Springs at Wellspring Resort by Silks Beitou.
Beitou is a mountainous and green region in Northern Taipei and a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of central Taipei. If you are looking for some of Taiwan’s famous hot springs, you are in the right place!
When you enter the hotel, you feel a very calm vibe from the neutral colors and staff who may be dressed in Japanese traditional wear. The wellness and quiet aspects are felt throughout the hotel.
Room
The rooms were tranquil, spacious, and have large stone tubs perfect for soaking in the neighborhood’s hot springs.
The elegant decor reminded me of Silks Place Tainan. But this didn’t have the same urban feel on the outside. The hot springs contain sulfur and the minerals are supposed to improve your circulation, relax your muscles and decrease your stress. The water is also supposed to minimize your eczema as well. It is certainly luxurious and convenient to have your own private hot spring in the room!
Facilities
The facilities all give an air of tranquility with a strong Japanese influence. The hot springs at Wellspring Resort by Silks Beitou are at multiple locations throughout the hotel. Some rooms may have private hot spring access as I mentioned above but you can also book a private hot spring. There are also larger public hot springs separated by sex. This hot spring area is also by the pool area as well.
If you’re not soaking, you can also choose a room that has lounge access. This lounge is by the welcome area and served snacks in the afternoon and has happy hour from 17:30 – 19:00. We were welcomed with the loveliest tea and small tea cake in this area.
Food
Freshness and wellness influence the food as well. The breakfast has a few traditional Taiwanese options, but also heavily features healthier aspects too. There is a large salad bar, acai bowls, and Japanese dishes.
Dinner has healthy dishes but is playful as well. It incorporates Japanese elements once again with a stunning sashimi boat and excellent seafood starters. Taiwanese food is kicked up a notch with a Taiwanese roast duck fixed 6 different ways. Duck sushi with cheese and duck wraps with fresh vegetables are so fun and innovative.
Of course a meal in Taiwan is incomplete with 礤冰 or shaved ice. Here it is slightly healthier served simply with 豆花 tofu pudding, a simple syrup, and tapioca pearls. The food was fresh, tasty, and executed very well.
Activities
Luxury is having access to privacy but also the ability to explore your surroundings as you choose. The hot springs at Wellspring by Silks Beitou are definitely a big focus. I loved being able to indulge in my own hot spring, but also loved participating in a few activities organized by the hotel too.
The walking tour is a great way to see Beitou itself. This includes passing by the Beitou museum as well as Hot Spring Museum. Then you’ll end up at the source of the hot springs which can be quite beautiful, but as you can imagine hot in the summer and filled with a sulfurous smell.
If you’d rather stay indoors, then stay and take part in a wellness experience you can take back with you. The DIY herbal ball activity for you to create your own herbal sack. You can use this as a light massager, aromatherapy, and even to ward off evil spirits! Our group had fun making this and I love having a few multi-purposes herbal balls that remind me of my lovely time in Beitou.
Service
The service at this hotel is uniformly excellent. We always had staff members warmly greet us when we entered the lobby to sitting down to a meal at breakfast. When I realized I had a small cut, several helpful people got me medicine and bandages right away. I felt welcome and supported and everyone I met acted “to serve as we would like to be served (將心比心、待人如己).” This is the true testament of a luxury hotel.
