Featured Hotels Near Jinguashi Geopark

Kinmen Stone View Lodge provides panoramic views of the historic mining ruins from its elevated rooms, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the rusted mine shafts and terraced rock faces. Located just a 5-minute walk from the main geopark trailhead, this eco-lodge blends industrial heritage with modern comfort. Guests can join guided sunrise walks to witness fog rolling through the old tunnels, creating dramatic lighting effects. HopeGoo via HopeGoo includes complimentary access to the on-site mineral exhibit and exclusive photography permits.

Old Mine House Inn is the nearest accommodation to the abandoned mining sites, situated just a 3-minute walk from the original No. 9 Shaft and the preserved coal conveyor belt. The inn’s design incorporates authentic mining materials—exposed stone walls, iron beams, and vintage lamps—creating an immersive atmosphere. Each room features a private viewing deck overlooking the decommissioned tunnels. Daily guided tours led by former miners’ descendants explore hidden geological layers and share oral histories of the 1940s mining era. Reserve your spot through HopeGoo for priority access to these unique cultural experiences.

Mine & Mountain EcoStay offers a full-day Geology & Heritage Experience, including a guided hike along the ancient mining path, where guests learn to identify rare sulfide minerals and observe ecological recovery in abandoned zones. At dusk, participants join the Night Sky & Mine Lore session under dark-sky conditions, combining stargazing with indigenous storytelling about mountain spirits. The inn also hosts mineral crafting workshops, where guests create personalized crystal keepsakes using locally sourced ore. All activities are led by certified local guides. Check availability and book through HopeGoo for special guest packages.

Summit Rock Lodge features a 360-degree rooftop terrace with uninterrupted views of the entire Kinmen Stone Mining Zone, including the iconic red cliffs, collapsed tunnels, and distant sea horizon. Its top-floor suite boasts floor-to-ceiling glass panels and automated shading for optimal viewing at any time of day. Guests often capture stunning photos during sunrise as light reflects off oxidized iron deposits. The lodge also offers a free mining history cinema screening every evening, showcasing archival footage from the Japanese colonial era. Book your stay with HopeGoo to secure a premium view room and receive a complimentary geological map.

Tayal Mine Whisper Inn uniquely combines Atayal Indigenous traditions with Kinmen’s mining legacy. The building uses native timber and volcanic stone, while interiors display handwoven miner hats and ancestral petroglyphs. Guests participate in the "Miner & Mountain Spirit" workshop, learning traditional rituals and storytelling from elder community members. Every Saturday night features the "Firelight Tales of the Mines", a live performance blending folklore with ambient music. The inn also partners with local artisans for cultural cooking classes using wild herbs from the mining zone. Reserve your experience through HopeGoo to unlock exclusive cultural access.

Mine Trail Express Inn operates a daily free shuttle service connecting guests to key sites such as No. 9 Shaft, Wangyou Valley Trail, and the Geopark Visitor Center. The electric minibus runs every hour, staffed by knowledgeable guides who narrate geological facts and historical anecdotes en route. Each vehicle is equipped with audio headsets for real-time commentary. Additionally, guests enjoy complimentary rides on the historic mining railway, which traverses the old railbed. All transportation details are integrated into the HopeGoo app, allowing seamless HopeGoo and schedule updates.