Onsen Papawaqa
Hotel in Taiwan, Province of China
4-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this hotel
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
Onsen Papawaqa offers 65 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
Onsen Papawaqa offers 65 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include spring water baths, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Taian hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa tub without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Taiwan, Province of China
Available Rooms
Elite Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows
1 Queen • 427 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, No Windows
1 Queen • 463 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Gallery Double Room
1 Queen • 678 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View
1 Queen • 710 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Premium Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, River View
1 Double • 893 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Reviews
4.0
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.
10.0
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.
10.0
Extended dinner service hours
4.0
Good
10.0
Most of are good,issues are toilet ng one time, and light control system is hard to understand
5.0
We really enjoyed our 1-night stay at the Osen Papawaqa, wish we could have stayed longer
10.0
Nice resort to stay away from the crowd and dust. Nice hot spring in the room
4.0
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.
2.0
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.
10.0
unique location and property best place to disconnect and relax beautiful water stream in the back and super views of the mountains
5.0
Good place for a retreat!
5.0
我們是來這裡替朋友求婚,飯店人員非常有經驗,也替我們安排得很好!我們在房間要用電視玩switch,飯店也馬上請技師幫我們裝線,真的是一間非常好的旅館
8.0
the hotel looks a bit old comparing with the picture. The breakfast and the dinner was just normal. I prefer to eat out instead
10.0
No better quiet place to unwind and relax. Mostly full of older people
6.0
Rooms were not made up, forgot room service order.
4.0
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.
2.0
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.
4.0
Nice hotel. Very good set-up. So is the spa. Excellent choice enjoying tranquility.
Less positive aspects are no much activities other than hiking / trail walk or book reading. Overall, it is a good choice for a short break of up to 2 nights stay.
10.0
Amazing! Everything about this hotel was fabulous.
5.0
Convenient to go nearby sightseeing spots. Hotel has a long outdoor swimming pool, covered hot spring areas. We go at low season, so not much guests, we can enjoy the swimming pool and hot spring areas. There are different choices of food near the hotel. Chinese food, veggie hot pot or local seasonal dishes (fish and fresh vegetables are our favorite, we went twice!)
They upgrade our rooms, facing to the river, water is running 24 hours downstream. View from the room is wonderful like a picture! Breakfast is filled with quality food. This hotel is full of well trained, polite staff, which it is not easy to experience in other hotel. Hotel staff Alice is so sweet and helpful, provided us info to go around.
All of us indicated will come again.
4.0
I really like the hot spring and enjoed the morning swim at the outdoor pool. The surrounding is beautiful! The room itself is a bit small than expected and a lot of steps inside the room to bed and hotspring bath area. It might be too friendly for elders, but overall we enjoyed our stay.
5.0
The hotel is beautiful, dinner is ok, not really worth NT$880. But if you're lazy, it's good to have dinner at the hotel. Breakfast is good in selection, but most of the food that's suppose to be warm was cold, and we were there 30 mins after it had started.
Staffs are friendly and considerate. The road to the hotel is mostly wide and easy to get to.
Overall it was a good experience
8.0
1. Beside the river and with good view.
2. Warm facilities and delicious meals.
3. The room is not clean enough to be in wonderful mood. It shall be improved.
1.5
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 doesnt make much sense nowadays.
2.0
There was not much else besides the hot spring in the area, making the trip less of a wow than it couldve been.
8.0
The environment and the hotel is beautiful, the breakfast quality is high. It is not a good idea to have the special seasonal menu, it is more expensive western cuisine. There is so much room for improvement, such as basic setting, they kept putting the knifes on the left and forks on the right, no small plates and knifes for bread, they forgot spoons for deserts. We had beef but it looked like lamb with no lamb flavor, we also had salmon, unfortunately, both were barely warm. Apart from this, the attitude of the restaurant staffs were positive.
8.0
A good hot spring experience.
Private onsen tub with jacuzzi and cold tub.
95% of our time was spent in the hotel to enjoy onsen and the scenic view from our private onsen area over looking the river and mountain.
4.0
A good hot spring experience. Private onsen tub with jacuzzi and cold tub. 95% of our time was spent in the hotel to enjoy onsen and the scenic view from our private onsen area over looking the river and mountain.
2.0
Quality of serviceSpecific prices
2.0
Nice architectural building and the onsen is fantastic.
2.5
It was generally good. However, small details need improvement. Example, the pillows are too soft. there should be options to choose different types of pillows available (Hard, medium, Soft). There is also no door/separation between shower/spa area and bedroom. The hot air from the spa area will affect the temp of the bedroom as well as the humidity.
2.0
lovely location and great hot springs. onsen in room was novel and fun. evening buffet meal was expensive and not very good so recommend eating out. staff helpful. nice long lap pool for regular swimming.
2.0
I actually spent a great day there. But the con is there are not too many restaurants around. If you would like to have gourmet, I would highly recommend you to dine somewhere else instead of having it at hotel. The surroundings are great, fresh air and great view. That is a huge plus.
4.0
All was great except it was a bit pricey! But great service and room overall!
4.0
All was great except it was a bit pricey! But great service and room overall!
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Taiwan, Province of China?
The average price for a rental in Taiwan, Province of China is R 1,102 per night. This rental is R 6,145 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Onsen Papawaqa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Onsen Papawaqa. Enjoy the water!
Is Onsen Papawaqa pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Onsen Papawaqa?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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