Houtong Cat Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river flowing through a valley with lush greenery and a bridge in the distance.
A large stone bridge spanning a river, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
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A waterfall in a lush green forest.
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A large, spherical sculpture resembling a pig made of straw, with a base and a lamp post in the background.
A pedestrian bridge over a road, surrounded by lush green trees and mountains in the background.

Activities

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

AU$61
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

AU$118
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Shifen Train Experience to Houtong Cat Village, Jiufen

【Incl. Train Experience】Shifen & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen

AU$55
per adult
【Incl. Train Experience】Shifen & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen
Artist Teahous

Shui Xin Yueh: Jiufen Artist Teahouse Tea Experience

AU$42
per adult
Shui Xin Yueh: Jiufen Artist Teahouse Tea Experience
Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour

Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour

AU$103
per adult
Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour
1935 Time Travel Instant Access Keelung Little Ginza Adventure

1935 Time Travel Instant Access Keelung Little Ginza Adventure

AU$35
per adult
1935 Time Travel Instant Access Keelung Little Ginza Adventure
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Our pick of the best Houtong Cat Village Hotel Deals

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan Taipei TPE
The price is AU$238 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$238
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,787 reviews)
"Was a great location and a great hotel. Would stay there again if in Taipei. Staff was very professional."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Eastin Taipei Hotel

Eastin Taipei Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14F., No.87, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Taipei Taiwan
The price is AU$70 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$70
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Nice clean good location comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Eastin Taipei Hotel
Grand Hyatt Taipei

Grand Hyatt Taipei

5 out of 5
2 SongShou Road Taipei
The price is AU$389 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$389
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)
"Swimming pool"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Grand Hyatt Taipei
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei

Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei

5 out of 5
201 Tun Hwa South Road, Section 2 Taipei
The price is AU$336 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$336
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, but the elevators were slow with 3–5 minute waits, and the plumbing made noise every few hours. Overall, it didn’t quite match the quality of the Shanghai property."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

5 out of 5
No. 133, Sec. 3, Nanjing E. Rd. Taipei
The price is AU$217 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$217
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,574 reviews)
"The hotel’s buffet breakfast is excellent!!!!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei
Miramar Garden Taipei

Miramar Garden Taipei

4.5 out of 5
No. 83, Civic Boulevard Taipei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$146 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$146
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,683 reviews)
"Lovely hotel for the price with an excellent pool. Although at first the area seems poor (at crossroads of several major roads) once you walk a bit there are interesting areas in all directions that are not far. My only complaint is the breakfast….it was pretty basic with minimal fruit, egg options, ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Miramar Garden Taipei
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Our guide on where to stay in Houtong Cat Village

Find the best Houtong Cat Village areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush green trees and a tiled courtyard.

Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like Banqiao Cihui Palace.

A waterfront promenade with people walking and sitting, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.

Tamsui

Tamsui is well liked for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tamsui Old Street and Tamsui Customs Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.

A large white bridge spanning a river, surrounded by a cityscape and greenery.

Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and Sanhe Night Market are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

A suspension bridge in a lush green forest with mountains in the background.
Photo by Chiayu Lin
Open Photo by Chiayu Lin

Linkou

Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.

A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture, a pond, and a bridge.
Photo by Outlookxp
Open Photo by Outlookxp

Xinzhuang

The riverfront and spas are just a few things visitors like about Xinzhuang. Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Street Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Danfeng Station or Huilong Station to get around the larger area.

Houtong Cat Village Travel Guide

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