Amanda Hotel Kenting — Taiwan's only Moroccan-theme hotel, indoor pool, and the best value 4-star in the area
Amanda Hotel (亞曼達飯店) is a 4-star property that holds a unique distinction: it is "the only Moroccan-theme hotel in Taiwan". It sits in Hengchun Township, just 3 minutes by car from the Kenting National Park gate and 0.6 miles from Nanwan Beach. What keeps guests coming back is the combination of an indoor pool, a separate children's pool, a hot tub, and the atmospheric Essaouira Restaurant — all at a starting rate of NT$2,000–2,450 per night, making it the best-value 4-star hotel in the Kenting area at roughly half the price of beachfront resorts.
Amanda Hotel sits on the main road through Hengchun Township, 3 minutes by car from the entrance gate of Kenting National Park. The design is all-in on its Moroccan concept — think Marrakech meets southern Taiwan: horseshoe arches, zellige mosaic tiles, domed ceilings, and richly coloured furniture that simply does not exist anywhere else in Taiwan. The result is a hotel that genuinely feels like a short trip to North Africa without leaving the island.
For families, the centrepiece is the indoor pool paired with a separate children's pool — a combination that is surprisingly rare in the Kenting area, where many hotels either have no pool at all or only an outdoor one that closes in poor weather. An indoor pool means the kids can swim regardless of season or forecast. Rounding out the recreation options are a hot tub, a bar and lounge, billiards and an arcade room — more than enough for an evening when the beach day wraps up early.
One guest was "genuinely surprised — under NT$2,500 a night for an indoor pool, great atmosphere and a Moroccan design unlike anything else in Taiwan. Staff were lovely too," adding they would absolutely be coming back.
The Essaouira Restaurant takes its name from the Atlantic-coast city in Morocco and delivers on the theme with cream-and-blue tones, hanging Moroccan lanterns and an international menu calibrated to Taiwanese and international tastes. The breakfast in particular draws consistent praise in reviews — guests routinely note it is more varied and fresher than they expected at this price point.
One point worth stating clearly: Amanda Hotel is not on Kenting Main Street, and it is not beachfront. Getting to the main restaurant and nightlife strip takes around 10 minutes by car. That said, the 3-minute drive to the national park gate and 0.6-mile distance from Nanwan Beach means the key sights are all easily accessible — this property suits guests who will have a scooter or rental car rather than those planning to walk everywhere.
On price, Amanda Hotel is simply the best-value 4-star option in the Kenting area. Rates run NT$2,000–2,450 per night — roughly half what beachfront 4-star resorts charge, often in the NT$4,000–6,000+ range. On KAYAK the rate starts at around USD 65. A score of 4.9/5 from 2,060 TripAdvisor reviews is a strong signal: at this price level, guest satisfaction is unusually high. The domestic Taiwanese travel market in particular has made this a word-of-mouth favourite.
A few things worth knowing before you book. The Moroccan theme is bold and maximalist — guests who prefer minimal, neutral hotel design may find it overwhelming. This is a hotel that divides opinion on aesthetics: some guests find the decor charming and photogenic; others use the word "kitsch". Spend a moment with the photos before committing. Additionally, some weekend reviews mention noise and crowds during peak holiday periods in Taiwan — mid-week or off-season stays (October to March) are noticeably quieter.
In summary, Amanda Hotel Kenting is the right call for families, couples and friend groups who want a distinctive 4-star stay near Kenting with an indoor pool, and who don't want to pay resort prices to get it. At NT$2,000–2,450 per night it undercuts the competition by a wide margin. Just come with a scooter or rental car — and if a Moroccan hotel in southern Taiwan sounds like your kind of adventure, this is comfortably the best choice in the area.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ Taiwan's only Moroccan-theme hotel — genuinely unique design
- ✓ Indoor pool and children's pool, rare in the Kenting area
- ✓ From NT$2,000/night — half the price of beachfront resorts nearby
- ✓ Essaouira Restaurant praised for atmosphere and breakfast quality
- ! Not beachfront; not on Kenting Main Street — around 10-min drive to the strip
- ! Bold Moroccan theme is polarising — not for fans of minimal design
- ! Busy and noisy on peak-season weekends
- ✓ Moroccan atmosphere — incredibly photogenic, unlike any hotel in Taiwan
- ✓ Clean indoor pool, warm water, ideal for families with young children
- ✓ Friendly and attentive staff
- ✓ Outstanding value for a 4-star hotel
- ! Need a scooter or car — not walkable to Kenting Main Street
- ! No outdoor pool; no sea view from the hotel
- ! Books up quickly in peak season — reserve ahead
- 💡If you want to walk to the beach or Kenting Main Street — Amanda is in Hengchun, about 10 minutes by car from the main strip → bring or rent a scooter; this hotel isn't suitable for car-free travellers
- 💡If you prefer minimal or neutral hotel design — the full-on Moroccan theme may feel over-the-top for some tastes → browse the hotel photos carefully before booking to make sure the style works for you
- 💡If you're visiting on a peak-season long weekend — some reviews note noise and crowds during Taiwan holidays → book a higher floor or a room away from the pool for more quiet, or plan a mid-week stay