The journey uphill from new beitou is really leisurely, conveniently goes past all major sightseeing spots too. the walk is worth it for a huge bathtub (shout out to urban dwellers looking for nice soak you can't get in cramped apartments) it's a luxury to walk past the long lines at public springs knowing you'll go home to one.
you may need some Mandarin to navigate around as you're going a bit local but Lisa offers to come pick you up :)
I had a lovely stay, the room had a cute window kitchenette and washer + Asian ahanger dryer appliance,everything I needed