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Kensington Hotel Seorak

4.0 star property

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An outdoor barbecue setup with a grill, meats, vegetables, and drinks on a wooden table, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a view of mountains.
Exterior
Serves lunch, dinner, and brunch
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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998, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon, 217-120
  • Place, Seoraksan National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seorak Cable Car
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sinheungsa Temple
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Yangyang (YNY-Yangyang Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard King

  • Mountain view
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a window with a view of greenery, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a view of mountains.

Deluxe Family Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Twin - Mt.Seorak View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a mountain view.

Premier Twin - Mt.Seorak View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Family Twin - Mt.Seorak View

Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Premier Family Twin - Mt.Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite Room, Korean Style

A spacious living room with a large window offering a mountain view, a sofa set, and a small table.

Suite Room, Korean Style

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Twin - Newly Renovated

Executive Twin - Newly Renovated | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Executive Twin - Newly Renovated

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Family Twin - Newly Renovated · Mt. Seorak View

Executive Family Twin - Newly Renovated · Mt. Seorak View | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Executive Family Twin - Newly Renovated · Mt. Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Ondol Double

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a TV, and a window with wooden shutters.

Standard Ondol Double

  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite Room, Western Style

A hotel room with a bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a view of greenery outside.

Suite Room, Western Style

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Diana Suite Room

A room with a bed, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a window with a view of greenery.

Diana Suite Room

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Elizabeth Suite Room

A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of greenery through the window.

Elizabeth Suite Room

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sokcho

Located in Seorak-dong, Kensington Hotel Seorak is adjacent to Seoraksan National Park and within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights like Sinheungsa Temple. This 4-star hotel has 108 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Seoraksan National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seorak Cable Car - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sinheungsa Temple - 9 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Seorak Waterpia - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Sokcho Beach - 17 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Yangyang (YNY-Yangyang Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪더엠브로시아 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pelicana Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪커피 방하착 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Take-Out Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪커피:비밀단1275 - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Kensington Hotel Seorak

Guests of Kensington Hotel Seorak enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You'll find RV, bus, and truck parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a microwave in a common area, a computer station, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 29,900 to 35,900 for adults and KRW 15,900 to 19,900 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Abbeyroad
  • The Queen

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 11 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1977
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in and check-out times may vary depending on availability.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately KRW 29900 to 35900 for adults, and KRW 15900 to 19900 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kensington Stars
Kensington Stars Hotel
Seorak Hotel
Seorak Kensington Hotel
Seorak Kensington Stars
Kensington Hotel Seorak Sokcho
Seorak Kensington Stars Hotel Sokcho
Seorak Kensington Stars Sokcho
Kensington Seorak Sokcho
Kensington Seorak
Seorak Kensington Stars Hotel
Kensington Hotel Seorak Hotel
Kensington Hotel Seorak Sokcho
Kensington Hotel Seorak Hotel Sokcho

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

Kensington Hotel Seorak provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

As of Jul 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Hotel Seorak on Jul 13, 2026 start from $62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Kensington Hotel Seorak?

This hotel is situated in Seorak-dong, just steps from Seoraksan National Park. You'll also find Seorak Cable Car and Sokcho City Museum & Displaced Civilians Folk Village within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking available.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak include a casino at the property?

No, Kensington Hotel Seorak doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Kensington Hotel Seorak a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a garden-view restaurant, proposal/romance packages, and a bar/lounge.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kensington Hotel Seorak has 2 restaurants, and serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kensington Hotel Seorak though service animals are welcome.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Kensington Hotel Seorak?

The closest major airport to Kensington Hotel Seorak is Yangyang (YNY-Yangyang Intl.), which is 15.7 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kensington Hotel Seorak.

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Kensington Hotel Seorak if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Kensington Hotel Seorak Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 106 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugues

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lots of parking space and friendly customer service and outstanding breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super nice and convenient location right by the park but the hotel could use a face lift.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

SUB YOUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, always going above and beyond to provide excellent service. As one example, on check-in the staff offered us a free upgrade to an available room that had more ammenities than the one we had booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

BYUNG HO

Liked: Amenities
Facility is quite old but it seems its maintenance is OK. I do not know this "Kensington" brand has something related to UK brand. Location is perfect if you focus on Seorak national mountain hike (of course it is close to beach resort). Not so much facility inside but breakfast food is excellent (variety and quality) - normally presented in free.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mitsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here for two nights. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel had the spacious and luxurious atmosphere. Staff were kind and room was clean, pleasant and had a beautiful Mountain view. Breakfast buffet selections were very nice and the dining room and the cafe at 9th floor also had a great view. The restaurant for dinner was a bit fancy, but also offer take-out chicken you can eat in your room. There are stores and restaurant near by if needed. The best part of the hotel was that you can walk to the park entrance and start hiking to the Seoraksan National Park right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Tae

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unique and different from other hotels, it’s very old and need serious remodeling. Very small bathroom (reminds me of place in London) located right next to entrance of Sarak national park. Food is overpriced and nasty, no room service (order food u have to go pay and pick up yourself?) I won’t recommend, there are plenty of other hotels nearby and cheaper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Anica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Convenient location 5 minute walk to Seoraksan Park entrance. Bus stop to Sokcho right in front of hotel. Warm room and they upgraded to room with two double beds with mountain view, much appreciated. However, room service non-existent. Neither of the 2 hotel restaurants were open for dinner. We ordered dinner but food was terrible and we had to go down and pick it up from front desk. Front desk staff not always at front desk and often didn’t answer phone. No coffee or tea in rooms. Dated decor is fine but problem is hotel needs upkeeping— in front of our room was water stains on walls and peeling wallpaper. No gym or pool on premises. Despite all of above, price reasonable and would stay here again due to convenience to park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Travis

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this dump at all costs.

Absolutely disgusting hotel. How on earth earth this place won any awards recently blows my mind. Or gets good reviews. I feel scammed by the reviews. The floors are uneven, notes on the bed telling you expect bugs from the outside and mold growing on walls everywhere. Everything smells musty and gross. Floor tacky. Our whole family were glad it was just one night. Breakfast is overpriced for what they offer. The trying to be british is a joke (I’m a brit). Sorry but this place needs demolishing. Its in a prime spot and thats the only thing going for it. The hotels in town look even worse from the outside. I’m baffled! How can such a popular national park area not have accommodations that are invested in? Do hikers not care about their health while asleep?!?! We only ended up here because I couldn’t get 2 nights I wanted in Sokcho. Stay in Sokcho and drive. Its like 15 min drive. Kensington is so gross,now every nasty thing my kids see is called “the Kensington” lol.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

SUK JUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
프론트 직원의 친절함이 늘 인상적임
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Supertrevligt hotell med stora fina rum med fantastisk utsikt. Gångavstånd till nationalpark med alla vandringsleder och carbinbana. Vi saknade möjlighet att ta massage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kyoungeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
너무 좋은 숙소였어요
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

YONG WOO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
직원이 친절하고, 침구도 편안했어요.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

HYEONAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
설악산 소공원까지 도보 10분 걸림! 호텔이 오래됐고 8090년대 인기 배우 가수 스포츠선수 기념 코너들이 곳곳에 있어 레트로함을 느낄 수 있어요. 방은 큼직큼직하고 침대도 푹신푹신 bb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

SANG YOUL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
식사는 좋았습니다 하지만 3층 이었는데 반지하 월세방 뷰에 12시간 지났다고 주차요금 만원을 받네요
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chungil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
직원분들이 너무 친절하시고 깨끗한 객실이 마음에 듬니다
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dae Hwan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
설악산 접근이 가장 편리함 주차장에 주차후 설악동 케이블카 등 도보로 이용 가능
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chi Hyun

객실
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Minjeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
일단 방에서 보는 설악산뷰가 너무 예쁩니다. 주차장 바로옆이 설악산 입구주차장이라 더 좋았구요. 저번에 속초왔을 때 바다전망에 숙소를 잡았다가 켄싱턴설악 꼭대기 카페가 너무 좋길래 이번에 여기로 왔어요. 어제 켄싱턴 고성 설악밸리에도 갔었는데 여기는 더 좋네요. 직원분이 정말 친절해서 여기는 후기를 쓰고싶어요. 내일 아침조식도 기대됩니다. 아침에 일어나서 창문을 열면 설악산의 맑은 공기를 마실 수 있겠지요. 시설은 좀 오래됐지만 내부를 참 잘 꾸며놔서 예전 묵었던 바닷가 5성보다 여기 만족도가 높습니다. 침구도 깨끗하고 푹신해요.(투숙객 주차비가 없는데 3만원 냈다는 분은 무슨 일인지 모르겠어요...)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Injun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
욕조와 욕실 및 tv 등이 리모델링되어 좋습니다. 그리고 조식이 매우 훌륭합니다.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Die Aussicht auf die Berge war schön. Die Nähe zum Nationalpark ist ein grosser Vorteil. Die Auswahl an Essensmöglichkeiten ist am Abend etwas eingeschränkt. Das Hotel Ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A part l'emplacement qui est top, l'hôtel est vieillissant et les chambres surchauffées, obligés d'ouvrir la fenêtre car la clim ne fonctionne pas à cette période et même avec la fenêtre ouverte, difficile de dormir avec cette chaleur....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

영숙

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

굿.

호텔에 있어도 창문 밖 풍경이 설악산이고 조금만 걸어 가면 설악산 산책도 하고 케이블카 타고 올라갈 수도 있어 정원을 설악산으로 둔 듯 해요. 룸도 깨끗하고 넓어서 다음에는 1박 말고 좀 더 길게 쉬고 오고 싶어요.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEONSANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
설악산을 편하게 흠뻑 느낄수 있어서 너무 행복했습니다. 설악산을 다니면서 늘 봐 왔지만 이번에 처음 묵었었는데 곳곳을 둘러보기에 최고로 편하고 안락한 숙소입니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025