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Mandarin Oriental Taipei

Taipei, Taiwan

Mandarin Oriental Taipei

Nestled between Taipei 101 and the bustling Xinyi district, a Neo-Parisian façade rises up to the sky like something straight out of a Wes Anderson film. From the grand, cavernous lobby, you can choose Bencotto, serving Italian cuisine amidst a setting of marble and lacquer – where Roman architectural motifs meet Asian aesthetics – or Ya Ge, renowned for xiao long bao that guests can watch being crafted by the chef at the helm of this Michelin-starred establishment. Upstairs, the suites continue this East-meets-West dialogue; some, like the Mandarin Suite, where dark wood evokes the compartments of early luxury trains, feature Art Deco touches, while many open out onto the city. When it is time to unwind, the Prospering Lotus treatment promises a rejuvenating experience spanning 180 blissful minutes.

Accommodations

What we like

The swim

A few laps in the outdoor pool, beside the landscaped gardens.

The comfort

Settle in by the fire in the Presidential Suite, with Taipei unfolding beyond.

The moment

A steaming Dongding Oolong from the plush armchairs of the Jade Lounge.

Location

Address

158 Dunhua North Road

10548 Taipei, Taiwan

Airport

Forty-five minutes from Taoyuan International Airport by private transfer.

Songshan

Taipei Arena and Fujin Street within walking distance. Taipei 101 and Xinyi, 15 minutes away.

At a glance

Public areas: free

In room: free