Lakeshore Hotel Hualien Taroko
by the TopOfHotel team
Lakeshore Hualien Taroko is a brand-new mountain-back, sea-front resort that sits closer to Taroko than anything else on this list.
Lakeshore Hualien Taroko is a brand-new mountain-back, sea-front resort that sits closer to Taroko than anything else on this list.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Lakeshore Hotel Hualien Taroko sits in the Xincheng district, and because it only opened in 2021 the building still feels genuinely new — clean, modern, uncluttered design. The Ocean View room runs about NT$4,400 a night (roughly $140) and measures around 38 sq m, and everything inside still feels fresh after only a few years. The bed is soft, the bathroom is clean and fully stocked, and the sea-facing balconies look straight out over the Pacific Ocean. Opening the curtains in the morning to a full ocean view is the kind of thing that justifies the price.
Food and amenities
The breakfast buffet covers a decent spread of Taiwanese and Western dishes, leaning on local ingredients, and it tastes good — the seating is roomy and the room is bright. The real highlight is the pool, which looks out over both the mountains and the sea; sitting with a drink at the edge in the evening is a genuine moment. There is a spa for a massage to unwind after a full day at Taroko, and a free shuttle that helps with getting around the area.
Location and getting there
The hotel is in Xincheng, right beside Manbo Beach, and only about 5 minutes from Xincheng (Taroko) railway station, which makes onward train trips easy. Its biggest strength is how close it is to the Taroko National Park entrance — you can start the gorge early without a long drive — and it is also not far from Qixingtan Beach.
Things to know before booking
This is a Xincheng stay, well away from downtown Hualien, so it is inconvenient if you also want time in the city. There are not many restaurants or convenience stores right around the hotel, so plan to eat on-site or drive for options. And rates climb noticeably in high season, which can push the price well above the entry rate.
Our take
Lakeshore Hotel Hualien Taroko is the best pick for anyone whose trip is built around Taroko. It scores 8.9/10 from real guest reviews — everything is brand-new, nature views surround you, and it is the closest base to the park. If you came for the gorge and the sea, this is the one guests point to.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- It opened in 2021, so the rooms and facilities are brand-new and modern — clean lines, fresh fittings, nothing worn in yet.
- It is the closest resort to Taroko National Park in this article, which lets you start the gorge early and beat the mid-morning tour buses.
- The mountain-back, sea-front position wraps you in nature views — a ridge of hills on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other.
- The scenic pool and spa are a real payoff after a full day at Taroko, with the pool looking out over both the mountains and the sea.
- A free shuttle helps with getting around the Xincheng area, which is handy given how spread out everything is out here.
- It sits in the Xincheng district, well away from downtown Hualien, so it is inconvenient if you also want to spend time in the city.
- There are not many restaurants or convenience stores around the hotel, so plan to eat on-site or drive for options.
- Rates climb noticeably in high season, which can push it well above the entry price.
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Insider Tips
- Book an ocean-facing room — you wake up to the full Pacific Ocean and the sunrise straight off your balcony.
- Start your Taroko trip early from here; it is the closest base, so you can be at the entrance before the late-morning tour crowds.
- Take an evening walk along Manbo Beach in front of the resort and hunt for the pretty pebbles along the shore.