This article is a research guide that collated official information as of 2026-08-14 with current information on hotels in Taiwan. This is not a local coverage article. Meetings and interactions with resident cats vary depending on the cat’s physical condition and intentions.
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Illustrative image (not a photograph of the cat from DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) or inside the inn) / Photo: Arina Krasnikova, Pexels
DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME), located in the Shuishe district of Sun Moon Lake in central Taiwan, is a guesthouse with a cat-themed design and where you can enjoy time with resident cats living inside the inn. An official Japanese website has also been set up, which describes it as “a pension in Sun Moon Lake where you can play with cats and travel with them.”
- Spending time with the resident cat becomes the purpose of your stay.
- Distinguish between “resident cat” and “staying with your pet”
- Guest room with a view of Sun Moon Lake
- Quiet location within walking distance to Shuishe Wharf
- Things to check before making a reservation
- Basic information
- Location and Google Maps
- Summary
- Share photos of this inn
Spending time with the resident cat becomes the purpose of your stay.
Official website introduces DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) as an inn where you can play with cats and become their servant for a day. In the third-party inn guide, you can see inside the inn cats approaching your feet and the policy of providing opportunities for people who don’t own cats to interact with them.
On this site, we classify it as B because the official regulations specify that contact with cats living inside the inn is permitted. I cannot confirm the announcement that the resident cat can freely enter the guest room, so I will not rate it as A.In addition, the names of resident cats, number of cats, and meeting times may change, so we do not introduce fixed names.
Distinguish between “resident cat” and “staying with your pet”
DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) not only allows you to meet resident cats, but also has pet-friendly rooms where you can stay with your own dog or cat. However, not all guest rooms allow pets.
The “Doris Special Room” is equipped with a cat tower, scratching post, cat step, etc., and is designed to make it easy to stay with your cat. On the other hand, there are some rooms where pets are not allowed, such as Bubble rooms and Kitten rooms. If you wish to bring your own pet, please be sure to contact the inn in advance to confirm the guest room and conditions.
If you only want to interact with the resident cat, you do not necessarily need to choose a pet-friendly room. It is advisable to inform the host of your purpose for the reservation and confirm a location and time where you can spend time comfortably with the resident cat.
Guest room with a view of Sun Moon Lake
The official website offers information on spacious Bubble queen rooms, Bubble double rooms, Doris double rooms with window benches, pet-friendly Doris special rooms, and compact Kitten double rooms.
Bathtubs, balconies, and whether or not pets are allowed vary by room. Don’t choose just based on the impression in the photo; check the bathroom, bed, view, and companion conditions on the reservation screen.
Inside the Inn has a lobby on the first floor where you can enjoy coffee and reading, and the style of stay that the inn proposes is to spend time relaxing in the same space as the cats. It is suitable for people who want to rest quietly in a living space with cats, rather than big hotel activities.
Quiet location within walking distance to Shuishe Wharf
The inn is located in an alley in Shuishe district, the center of Sun Moon Lake tourism. According to the official information, it is about a 5-minute walk from the Shuishe Visitor Center and a 10-minute walk from the Shuishe Wharf. While it is easy to combine with sightseeing boats, bicycles, and walks along the lake, it is a quiet residential area, so it is not suitable for loud voices or gatherings at night.
We do not accept private reservations or groups of more than 8 people, and guests must be 13 years of age or older. If you are traveling as a family, be sure to check the age requirements before booking.
Things to check before making a reservation
- Interacting with a resident cat is not a guaranteed event, and the cat’s will is prioritized.
- Inside the Inn has cats and dogs, so it is not suitable for people with animal allergies.
- Children under 12 years old are not permitted to stay.
- Private reservations and groups of 8 or more people are not accepted.
- If you would like to bring your own pet, advance notice is required and there are limited guest rooms available.
- Please check the latest reservation screen for rates, meals, disposable amenities, and cancellation conditions.
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) 朵Li絲の家 |
| Location | 20, Lane 146, Zhongshan Road, Shuishe Village, Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan (No. 20, Ln. 146, Zhongshan Rd., Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan) (local address: 台湾 南投県魚池郷水社村中山路146巷20号（No. 20, Ln. 146, Zhongshan Rd., Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan）) |
| Distance with cats | You can interact with cats living inside the inn in the common space |
| Guest rooms | Multiple types. Bathtubs, balconies, and pet-friendly rooms are separated by room |
| Age requirements | 13 years or older |
| Access | Approximately 5 minutes’ walk from Suishe Visitor Center, approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Suishe Wharf |
| Official website | DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) Japanese official website |
Location and Google Maps
DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME)
No. 20, Ln. 146, Zhongshan Rd., Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
Summary
DORIS HOME (DORIS HOME) is a leading cat inn in Taiwan that combines a convenient location for sightseeing at Sun Moon Lake with a peaceful common space where resident cats live. There is an official website in Japanese, and the fact that it is easy to check the guest room conditions and the differences between pets and resident cats is a great source of peace of mind when traveling overseas.
Instead of just chasing cats, read a book in the lobby, take a walk by the lake, and quietly greet the cat when it approaches. This is the kind of accommodation you want to choose with that kind of space in mind.
