Onsen Papawaqa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Elite Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
The price is AED 958
AED 1,106 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2025

Room options

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Exclusive Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • 76.0 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • 66.1 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Gallery Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • 63.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Elite Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 82.6 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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No.58, Yuandun, Taian, Miaoli County, 365

What's nearby

  • Hu Shan Bridge - 18 min walk
  • Tai'an Hot Springs - 5 min drive
  • Penglai River Ecology Park - 28 min drive
  • Fairy Valley - 54 min drive
  • Shei-Pa National Park Xue-Jian Visitor Centre - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Miaoli Station - 34 min drive
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪仙山仙草 - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪大湖酒莊 - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪巧克力雲莊 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪老主顧客家菜餐館 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪老街牛肉麵館 - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Onsen Papawaqa

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the river, rejuvenated in 2022
You can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at Onsen Papawaqa. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, or a body wrap at Onsen Air Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Taiwanese cuisine. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Hot springs on site, an electric car charging station, and a porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a water dispenser
Room features
All 65 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's slippers and free infant beds
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Spring water tubs, designer toiletries, and bidets
  • 50-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 6562 ft
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Flying Cloud Restaurant
  • Running Water Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (2153 square feet)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 15 indoor/outdoor hot springs
  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Hot springs/mineral springs
  • Hot springs open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature (Fahrenheit) - 104
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • Books
  • Couples dining
  • Games
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Romance packages available
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV
  • Digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Children's slippers
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Starting January 1, 2025, this property does not provide disposable personal items, such as comb, loofah, shaver, nail file, and shoe mitt.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TWD 2200.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TWD 2200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa tub without adult supervision
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Onsen Papawaqa Hotel Taian
Onsen Papawaqa Hotel
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Onsen Papawaqa Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Onsen Papawaqa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Onsen Papawaqa?

As of 25 December 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Onsen Papawaqa on 7 January 2025 start from $301.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Onsen Papawaqa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Onsen Papawaqa?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Onsen Papawaqa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Onsen Papawaqa?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Onsen Papawaqa located?

This family-friendly Taian hotel is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hu Shan Bridge and Tai'an Hot Springs. Xian Mountain and Taiwan Oil Field Exhibition Hall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Onsen Papawaqa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 245 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 245 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tan Twan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for onsen outside usual popular locations. Place gives an upmarket feel and provides good quality. Very impressed with Breakfast buffet and Dinner buffet. Getting here will require a car ride as it is literally in the middle of nowhere. Has a 7-11 (opens till 2200) within 2 mins walk. A 24-H Hi-Life convenient store will require a drive out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

V

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
A Pleasant Stay
I recently stayed at Onsen Papawaqa and had an overall enjoyable experience. **Check-In Process:** The check-in process was easy and hassle-free. **Room:** The room was spacious, clean, and came with interesting local complimentary snacks. The highlight was the big hot-spring tub, which was perfect for relaxation. **Breakfast:** The breakfast was nice, offering a mix of Taiwanese, Chinese, and Japanese foods. However, the restaurant layout could be troublesome for some, as it requires navigating stairs to access the food areas. **Communal Hot-Spring:** The communal outdoor hot-spring, referred to as the "naked hot-spring," was quite mediocre. It was underused and not well-maintained, with leaves accumulating in the tub. **Service:** The service by the staff was very good. While English communication was sometimes challenging, the staff tried their best to be helpful in every situation. **Location:** The only downside is the location, which is about a 30-minute drive from the town of Miaoli. Overall, I had a good experience at Onsen Papawaqa, with the spacious room and private hot-spring tub being the standout features.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Onsen Hotel is absolutely stunning. Our stay was amazing as my wife and I had a very relaxing time during our stay as we took advantage of the common area on-site amazing onsen baths and swimming pool. The Breakfast buffet was very tasty as-well giving you a plethora of options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Serenity heaven, loved the priacy of in room hot spring, a hidden jewels in Miaoli. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extended dinner service hours
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

moling

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

LIWEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our 1-night stay at the Osen Papawaqa, wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice resort to stay away from the crowd and dust. Nice hot spring in the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Wilfred

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Overrated
1. The hotel driveway was nice and the staffs were polite and welcoming. 2. The hotel compound and the facing of the rooms were nice. 3. Our room was beside the meeting room and it got noisy when they loitered outside the meeting room or walking passed. 4. The lighting of the room was very dim and we often turn on our handphone light to look for things in our luggages. 5. The room looked clean on the surface but it was not. The was a cockroach on the platform bed and we realised both of us had insect/bed bites on our legs and hands the next day. 6. The room was poorly designed and not functional. We had to take a big step up to the platform bed and a big step down to use the basin. From the basin, we had to take a step up and a step down to use the WC. Imagine how many times we had to do that in a day. 7. There wasn’t even enough place to put the hand soap, cups to brush teeth on the basin area so it was placed on the floor when we check-in. 8. The restaurant served good famous local food but the design of the restaurant was a flaw. We had to climb stairs to get to the food area and down to your dining table. We witnessed a child tripped and fell on the stairs and broke the plate. 9. This hotel is not child and elderly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
unique location and property best place to disconnect and relax beautiful water stream in the back and super views of the mountains
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

cl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
the hotel looks a bit old comparing with the picture. The breakfast and the dinner was just normal. I prefer to eat out instead
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No better quiet place to unwind and relax. Mostly full of older people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Rooms were not made up, forgot room service order.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A quiet but beautiful onsen resort
The hotel is about 1 1/2 hour drive from Taichung, setting in a very quiet but beautiful area. It will be more convenient if you self drive or have a catered car. There are strawberries picking and nice scenery lookout nearby. Our room have an outdoor onsen, good size for family of 4, my kids enjoyed soaking so much. The hotel uses branded amenities which is a plus for the ladies. The public onsen area has a nice view, with hot and cold spring pools. There is a drinking bar providing complimentary hot (ginger tea) and cold beverages. And guests required to wear swim cap or shower cap at the outdoor onsen. Staff are very attentive and friendly. They featured local delicacies at breakfast, however choices are limited. My family enjoyed the 2 nights stay, feeling relax and refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Everything about this hotel was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ching-wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good decoration but weird no photo policy
Excellent decoration in the rooms and all facilities, excellent quality of spring water, good service from the front desk and restaurant. The hot spring wood tub in the room was on point! However, they have this weird policy about no photos in the swimming pool area. I mean banning people to take photos of their beautiful pool and post on their social media, which just doesn't make much sense nowadays.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017