Published date: July 14, 2025
Hotel Indigo Alishan | Wake up to the scenery at the intersection of clouds and mist
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Experience of the stay
Some hotels are places to spend the night, while others are the starting point of landscapes. Hotel Indigo Alishan is, for me, the latter.
The first sight upon entering the Lobby is the dark stone materials, wooden decorations, and the indigenous woven-pattern totems. This isn’t a style built from tourist landmarks; rather, it’s a space you want to quietly "appreciate." The entire building is low-key yet has attitude, blending into the terrain without competing for attention or dazzling.
The rooms are not just "comfortable"; they are designed with soul. The calm color scheme blends with the wooden textures, and the large windows let you see the clouds drifting through the valley as soon as you open your eyes, providing an indescribable sense of security.
The marble bathtub in the bathroom faces the window, allowing you to see the changing weather and the pine trees swaying in the wind, giving an experience of "complete relaxation" that urban dwellers find hard to access.
The bed is of medium softness and hardness, the light is soft, and the amenities are detailed, but what surprised me the most was the quietness at night: no traffic noise, only the sounds of insects and the wind. You’ll want to lie down properly and let your body truly sleep.
Experiences during the trip
Most people come to Alishan for the sunrise.
But this time, I didn't intentionally chase the sun; I just slowly walked around Indigo, did yoga on the hotel rooftop, and quietly watched the clouds drifting in the mountains and the light gradually pouring down from the mist.
You can take a small train to Zhu Mountain, hike to the Ta Shan Trail, or just sit at the observation deck and relax.
But my top recommendation is to stand alone with a hot coffee on the wooden platform at the entrance of Indigo, watching the weather change.
The mist here is alive; it climbs up the balcony, weaves through the trees, rolls in front of your eyes, and then quietly dissipates.
You’ll find yourself unconsciously holding your breath just to not disturb that soft tranquility.
If you have enough time, you can also take a car to Fenqihu for lunch, stroll through the old street, and buy a bottle of aiyu or a box of high-mountain tea as a ritual before leaving the mountains.