Capella Hotel Group is set to launch Capella Taipei, the first property in Taiwan under its Capella Hotels and Resorts brand, on 1 April 2025.
In a press statement, Capella says that the property, nestled in the prestigious Dunhua North Road district, one of city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, connects visitors to the city’s dynamic business core, artisanal shopping enclaves, and cultural treasures.
The 86-room urban sanctuary features eight suites and 78 rooms— including six exclusive accommodations with private pool terraces that offer a secluded haven amidst the city’s vibrant energy. Five distinct dining gastronomic journeys, while the breathtaking main pool frames uninterrupted views of the city’s undulating silhouette, offering a tranquil respite from the city rhythms.
The Capella Suite, spanning 228 sqm, is the crowning jewel offering contemplative vistas of the commanding Taipei 101 skyscraper, perfectly balancing intimacy with the dynamic metropolis beyond.
Capella Taipei represents a pivotal milestone in our strategic expansion, bringing our distinctive approach to hospitality to Taiwan’s evolving luxury landscape. Our entrance into Taipei aligns with Taiwan’s vision to elevate its position as a premier destination for discerning global travellers. By combining Capella’s expertise in crafting bespoke experiences with Taiwan’s remarkable cultural heritage, we are creating a hospitality offering that transforms how visitors engage with this extraordinary destination,” says Cristiano Rinaldi, President, Capella Hotel Group.
“Taiwan’s profound heritage has inspired every facet of this property, from the nuanced architecture to the intuitive hospitality. As custodians of local culture, we are thrilled to introduce our signature Capella experience to this dynamic city, celebrating the island’s ever-changing seasonal beauty with curated experiences to discover its architectural heritage, immersive culinary journeys, and thriving arts scene. Capella Taipei stands as both a refined sanctuary and a stylish portal through which Taipei’s year-round treasures can be meaningfully experienced,” Rinaldi adds.
The Modern Mansion Concept
Housed within a structural masterpiece designed in collaboration with Tokyo-based Mori Building Group, Capella Taipei has been perfected by celebrated interior designer André Fu into a sophisticated sanctuary along Dunhua North Road’s verdant corridor, where century-old trees evoke European promenades. Fu’s vision of a “modern mansion” artfully balances bespoke luxury with cultural heritage, reflecting Taipei’s multifaceted spirit through light-filled spaces that seamlessly connect indoors and outdoors.
The property’s tranquil palette of artisanal details and thoughtfully curated furnishings creates an atmosphere of refined calm amidst the city’s vibrant energy—each space embodying Fu’s intimate, considered approach to hospitality design that invites both personal reflection and meaningful connection.
Capella Taipei’s culinary narrative unfolds across five distinct destinations: Ember 28 on the ground floor presents Western cuisine centred on the ancient art of fire-cooking, where 28-day dry-aged prime cuts transform beneath the gentle glow of Preciosa chandeliers and rich burgundy accents; the elegant Plume lobby lounge offers afternoon tea that honours the local heritage against a commissioned mural by French artist Elsa Jeandedieu featuring Taiwan blue magpies; street-accessible Atelier Plume marries French patisserie artistry with Taiwan’s seasonal bounty within a sage green sanctuary adorned with marble mosaics; Rong Ju celebrates centuries-old Cantonese traditions with gracefully reimagined dim sum and wok-fired specialties beneath dramatic terracotta- tiled ceilings; while the second-floor Mizue offers an intimate Japanese omakase experience where ryokan-inspired aesthetics create a meditative setting for the sushi master’s skilful creations.
Four versatile venues blend European elegance with modern functionality: the Grand Salon (150 sqm) features a lofty ceiling and lush garden views; the Drawing Room (90 sqm) offers a built-in LED screen; The Gallery (107 sqm) floor-to-ceiling windows, an open kitchen and wine cellar; and two intimate Boardrooms (18 sqm each) with curved vaulted ceilings, advanced technology and natural light.
