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Three Yilan Getaways without Driving

12 · September · 2026
Three Yilan Getaways without Driving
You can enjoy Yilan without driving yourself. Here are three two-day getaway ideas: countryside time at LOHERB Villa, hot springs at MU Jiao Xi Hotel, and a coastal stay at The Archipelago. Use trains or coaches for the main journey, then plan local taxis, walking, or hotel transport around your chosen stay.

Option One: A Countryside Stay at LOHERB Villa in Dongshan

A countryside getaway at LOHERB Villa

What to Enjoy at LOHERB Villa

LOHERB Villa pairs contemporary, nature-inspired buildings with garden greenery and large windows that frame the changing seasons.
The grounds at LOHERB Villa
LOHERB Cuisine brings French-inspired dining to the stay, while LOHERB Party offers a bright café setting for lunch or afternoon tea.
Leave time to walk, pause by the water, and enjoy the countryside at an easy pace.

Day One — Morning
Take a train or coach to Luodong:
Travel from Taipei to Luodong and enjoy the journey. Check the timetable and reserve a suitable service when planning your trip.

Day One — Lunch
Enjoy a local lunch:
Explore our Yilan food ideas and choose a stop near your arrival point.
LOHERB Villa — photo by yanchen804
Day One — Afternoon
Continue by taxi to LOHERB Villa:
Take a taxi to LOHERB Villa. Check-in starts at 15:00; discuss luggage arrangements if you arrive earlier.
Welcome afternoon tea
A little afternoon tea:
Settle into a green, comfortable space and enjoy the welcome tea included in your selected stay package.

A bicycle ride:
Ask about the complimentary guest bicycles, then explore the nearby field paths or Dongshan River cycle routes at your own pace.

Day One — Evening
Dinner at LOHERB Cuisine
LOHERB Cuisine for dinner:
Enjoy a French-inspired set menu at LOHERB Cuisine. Dinner service runs from 17:00 to 20:30; arrange the meal when planning your stay.
LOHERB Villa — photo by kisum_7899

Day Two — Morning

Breakfast
A relaxed breakfast:
Enjoy breakfast in a bright setting with garden views before deciding how to spend the morning.

A walk around the grounds:
Explore the pond, bald cypress trees, wooden paths, and countryside views around LOHERB.
Day Two — Midday
A little more time before check-out:
Standard check-out is at 11:00. Guests who reserve lunch or afternoon tea at LOHERB Party can ask the team about the complimentary extension to 12:00.
Lunch or afternoon tea at LOHERB Party

LOHERB Party:
After checking out, enjoy lunch or afternoon tea in LOHERB Party’s bright glass-house café. Its opening hours are 12:00–16:00.
The LOHERB wading pool

A pause by the wading pool:
Spend a little time by the pool if the weather suits. Children should have an adult beside them, and everyone should follow the current pool arrangements.

Return to Taipei:
Take a taxi to Luodong Railway Station or the coach station for the journey home.

LOHERB Villa: At a Glance

Website: LOHERB Villa
Reception hours: 08:30–21:30
Phone: +886-3-959-5685
Address: No. 386, Baofu Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County
Public transport: take a train or coach to Luodong, then continue by taxi.

Option Two: Hot Springs at MU Jiao Xi Hotel

A hot spring getaway at MU Jiao Xi Hotel

What to Enjoy at MU Jiao Xi Hotel

MU Jiao Xi Hotel offers a hot spring stay in Jiaoxi, with rooms and facilities designed for a relaxing break.
MU Jiao Xi Hotel — photo by tan.hannah
Contemporary design and the town’s hot spring culture come together here. Choose the room and dining plan that suit your stay.

Day One — Morning
Take a train or coach to Jiaoxi:
Travel from Taipei to Jiaoxi, then enjoy a little time in town before the hotel’s check-in time.

Arrive at MU Jiao Xi Hotel:
Walk or take a taxi to the hotel. Ask about leaving luggage if you arrive before check-in.

Day One — Lunch
Lunch:
Choose a hotel restaurant or a nearby place in Jiaoxi for lunch, with opening hours checked in advance.

Day One — Afternoon
Enjoy the hot spring facilities:
After check-in, settle in and enjoy the hot spring facilities included in your stay.
MU Jiao Xi Hotel — photo by tan.hannah
Day One — Evening
Explore local snacks in Jiaoxi. If you would like to visit the hot spring night market, check its operating day before heading out.

An evening soak:
Return to the hotel and leave a little quiet time for another soak, within the facility opening hours.
MU Jiao Xi Hotel — photo by xxiam.chloexx
Day Two — Morning
Breakfast:
Enjoy breakfast according to your selected hotel package.

Day Two — Midday
Check out:
Pack your bags and check out at the time stated in your reservation.

Return to Taipei:
Walk or take a taxi to the railway or coach station for the journey home.

MU Jiao Xi Hotel: At a Glance

Website: MU Jiao Xi Hotel
Check facility and dining hours with the hotel.
Phone: +886-3-905-8000
Address: No. 1, Jiankang Road, Jiaoxi Township, Yilan County
Public transport: travel to Jiaoxi by train or coach, then walk or take a taxi; ask the hotel about any available transfer service.

Option Three: A Coastal Stay at The Archipelago in Toucheng

A coastal getaway at The Archipelago

What to Enjoy at The Archipelago

The Archipelago overlooks the coast near Wushi Harbor in Toucheng, with sea views and a choice of activities to explore through the hotel.
The Archipelago — photo by meiyin0304
Its guest rooms and outdoor water facilities bring a holiday mood to a seaside stay.

Day One — Morning
Travel to Toucheng:
Take a train or coach toward Toucheng or Wushi Harbor, with the final transfer arranged in advance.

Arrive at The Archipelago:
Continue by taxi or a pre-arranged hotel shuttle. If arriving early, ask about luggage storage before check-in.
The Archipelago — photo by susan.pho_
Day One — Lunch
Lunch at the hotel:
Explore the hotel’s dining options and choose a lunch that suits your plans.

Day One — Afternoon
Enjoy the outdoor water area:
After check-in, visit the outdoor water facilities included in your stay, following their current opening times and use arrangements.

Day One — Evening
If you would like to explore Toucheng Old Street, arrange a local taxi and visit while the shops you want to see are open. Enjoy the old streets and choose a local snack stop.
The Archipelago — photo by susan.pho_
Day Two — Morning
Breakfast:
Enjoy breakfast according to your selected hotel package.
The Archipelago — photo by liz_diary
Day Two — Midday
Check out:
Pack your bags and check out at the time stated in your reservation.

Return to Taipei:
Use a taxi or an arranged transfer to the station for the journey home.

The Archipelago: At a Glance

Website: The Archipelago
Check facility and dining hours with the hotel.
Phone: +886-3-977-1166
Address: No. 300, Wushigang Road, Toucheng Township, Yilan County
Public transport: use a train or coach for the main journey, then arrange a taxi or ask about the hotel shuttle.

cover photo by susan.pho_

Explore these guides for more ideas around Yilan and eastern Taiwan.
1. Yilan’s 2026 festival calendar
 
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