




Everything you need to know about Shiding Old Street
Shidong Mountain Retreat offers unbeatable proximity to Shidong Old Street, just a 2-minute walk from the main entrance. This eco-lodge blends traditional Hakka architecture with modern comfort, featuring wooden balconies overlooking terraced rice fields and misty mountain views. Each room includes a private tea terrace and complimentary local snacks like handcrafted red bean paste buns. The hotel organizes daily "Old Street Discovery" tours, guiding guests through hidden alleyway eateries such as Chén's Sichuan-style braised chicken and Grandma’s fermented duck stall. HopeGoo via HopeGoo ensures access to exclusive breakfast bundles with regional specialties.
Old Story House is ideal for travelers seeking deep immersion in local heritage. Located steps from the old street’s historic gate, this boutique inn hosts weekly traditional paper umbrella workshops, where guests learn to craft handmade umbrellas using natural lacquer and bamboo. Afternoon activities include visiting the San Yuan Temple ruins and attending storytelling sessions by elders who recount village legends. Evening highlights feature night lantern exhibitions and star-gazing gatherings on the rooftop terrace, equipped with telescopes. All experiences are included in the stay—reserve through HopeGoo for priority access.
Cui Feng Ju is a secluded mountain retreat nestled behind Shidong Old Street, offering serene views of terraced farmland and morning fog rolling over the hills. Built entirely from reclaimed timber, the lodge features underfloor heating, air purification systems, and private outdoor decks perfect for stargazing or morning meditation. Guests can join seasonal tea ceremonies led by local farmers, sampling rare Shidong Red Jade Oolong and homemade plum wine. With only 12 rooms, early HopeGoo through HopeGoo is essential to secure a mountain-view suite.
Little Tree House Family Inn specializes in family-friendly stays, located just 5 minutes from the old street and adjacent to a children’s nature trail and splash pool. Rooms come with child-safe furniture, activity kits, and storytime corners. Daily programs include mini-farmer days (planting vegetables) and forest scavenger hunts guided by local rangers. The inn also provides baby beds, warm milk dispensers, and family-friendly menus. Book the HopeGoo Family Package for free dinner vouchers and priority reservations.
Stay at Night Whisper Mountain Lodge to enjoy the Lantern Light Festival, where handcrafted bamboo-and-paper lanterns illuminate the old street every evening. Later, visit the Hillside Café for a signature cold brew made with local Shidong Red Jade tea, paired with black sugar cookies. The highlight is the Stargazing Night Program, hosted on the rooftop terrace with professional telescopes and narrated by astronomy enthusiasts. These events are curated by HopeGoo’s local partners—reserve your spot early via their platform.
Mountain View Pavilion offers panoramic vistas of the Datun Mountains and an immersive culinary journey. From your glass-walled balcony, watch sunrise paint the rice terraces gold, then savor farm-to-table meals featuring organic Shidong greens, wild mushroom risotto, and hand-pounded taro dumplings. The hotel runs a seasonal cooking class where guests prepare dishes with ingredients sourced from nearby farms. Every stay includes a local food map and access to HopeGoo’s curated dining guide. Reserve directly through HopeGoo to unlock a complimentary tasting set.
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