TRANSLATION | Eugenia Yang

座落台 18 線，矗立於 1280 公尺的阿里山山脈支稜，此處具有「巃頭」美名，可遠眺玉山群峰、南橫山脈之連綿不絕，經四季流轉，雲霧繚繞、晨曦日落、巨木山林、楓櫻飛舞，妙不可言的自然風光融匯歷史底蘊與鄒族文化，欲探究竟的旅人，不妨走訪一趟阿里山英迪格酒店。

尋覓驚奇珍寶

經數年光陰打造，阿里山首間國際連鎖品牌酒店正式開幕，不僅是阿里山唯一擁有無邊際戲水池、水療池與露天酒吧的飯店，更晉身雲嘉南地區首座黃金級綠建築，企盼每位下榻旅客皆能於此尋得無盡驚奇寶藏。其酒店設計由新加坡 MOD 設計公司操刀，靈感源自阿里山的自然與人文風景，寄寓森林小火車的檜木車廂意象呈現格柵外觀，迎賓亭則汲取火車站元素，入住即開啟未知旅程，沿著四方竹悠然步入大廳，穿越幾何造型的隧道，即能感受穿越楓樹林的婆娑、火車鳴笛聲與台灣藍鵲的熱情啁啾，來自深山的沈浸式浪漫呼喚，讓人不禁醉心於此。

與大自然比鄰

擁有 84 間山景客房與套房，每間客房皆附有私人陽台與戶外座椅。客房以鄒族文化與台灣藍鵲為設計謬思，床頭的楓葉飾板、雲海編織地毯、獵人風迷你吧櫃子以紅、藍色設計，營造兩種不同的客房視覺，翱翔於走廊中指引進入客房的台灣藍鵲，也化身為床頭夜燈，守護著旅人睡眠，浴室牆面則融入編織紋理，並添加螢火蟲逗趣詩意，進而凸顯阿里山的澄淨空氣、森林與水源。酒店頂樓除了擁有無邊際景觀戲水池、熱水水療池，享受置身氤氳裡的全然放鬆，更設有觀星平台，讓賓客能愜意躺下，抬頭仰望無垠星光，感受無需言喻的絕倫夢幻。

在地環球美饌

ton’u 取自鄒語小米之意，位於阿里山英迪格酒店一樓的 ton’u kitchen 粟餐廳以部落食滿豐收，營造歡愉慶典氛圍，集結嘉義特色小吃、阿里山在地食材與鄒族料理等特色，演譯多層次環球美饌。風和日麗時，坐在露天區品嚐早點，隨和煦晨曦喚醒身體，為一整天開啟充沛活力，而當夜幕低垂，便是 ’aveoveoyu 酒吧的耀眼時刻，同以鄒族語 ’aveoveoyu 象徵我心充滿喜悅，火紅色系吧台與熱情奔放相互輝映，伴迷霧、雲海、晚霞的無盡變化，點杯阿里山特調、砌壺阿里山高山茶、沖杯阿里山咖啡，望著眼前的層巒疊嶂，世間最爛漫的頃刻莫過於此。

Located on Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 18 and 1,280 meters above sea level, the place known as Loongtou offers a panoramic view of Yushan and Southern Cross-Island Mountain Range. From the changing seasons, clouds and mist, sunrise and sunset, forests and mountains, to the maple trees and cherry blossoms, all the wonders of nature are enriched with history and Tsou culture. For travelers who want to explore, perhaps Hotel Indigo Alishan is your perfect choice. 

Finding Amazing Treasures 

Through years of development, the first international boutique hotel chain at Alishan has officially opened. Not only is it the only hotel in Alishan that comes with an infinity pool, hydrotherapy and an outdoor bar, it is also the first Gold-Rated Green Building found in the southwest regions of Taiwan. Through the hands of Ministry of Design, an integrated architectural firm in Singapore, the hotel design draws inspiration from the natural and humanistic sceneries found in Alishan. The fence-covered exterior reminds people of the Alishan Forest Railway and its hinoki carriages, while the guest pavilion pays tribute to the traditional train station and invites its guests to hop on a journey upon check-in. As we step into the lobby surrounded by square bamboo and walk through the geometric tunnel, we are immediately welcomed by the whirling maple forest, train whistles and lively chirping of Taiwan blue magpies—a romantic call originating deep within the mountains, enchanting and alluring. 

With Nature as Neighbors 

Offering 84 rooms and suites, the guest rooms all come with a private balcony and outdoor seating. With Tsou culture and Taiwan blue magpie in mind, the interior features, in variations of red and blue, maple decorations above the headboard, woven carpets reminiscent of clouds and hunter-style mini-bar cabinets. Meanwhile, soaring in the corridor, the blue magpies guide us into the guest room and transform into bedside nightlights, guarding the travelers in their sleep. The bathroom walls incorporate woven patterns and fireflies to highlight the clean air, forest and water source of Alishan. At the hotel rooftop, not only can you find the infinity swimming pool and jacuzzi, but also the stargazing deck that allows guests to relax and enjoy the majestic beauty under the vast, starlit sky. 

Local Delicacies 

Located on the first floor in Hotel Indigo Alisan, ton’u kitchen—with ton’u meaning millet in Tsou language—is designed to recreate the festive atmosphere of a bountiful harvest. The restaurant offers signature Chiayi street food, local ingredients from Alishan and features of Tsou cuisine, presenting a global dining experience with a multitude of layers. When the weather is beautiful, take a seat at the outdoor area and enjoy breakfast, as the warm sunlight wakes up the body and starts the day with energy. After the sun sets, visit ‘aveoveoyu rooftop bar that features a fiery red bar counter matching its name, which means happiness in Tsou language. Order a drink of your liking from the variety of choices—Alishan signature cocktails, high mountain tea or boutique coffee—and indulge in the company of the changing scenery; there is no better moment in the world than this.