Must-see hotels in Gangwon-do

  • House Hostel

    Sokcho

    A five-minute walk from the intercity bus terminal, this place combines the niceties of Korean motel rooms – minifridge and basic toiletries – with free…

  • Lakai Sandpine Resort

    Gangneung

    This delightfully landscaped choice is right by the sea. A large variety of contemporary and stylish rooms are at hand, including a vast penthouse and…

  • Kensington Stars Hotel

    Seoraksan National Park

    Just 300m from the park entrance, in the crook of a mountain, is this English oasis with Edwardian armchairs in the lobby and two red London Routemaster…

  • Moon Motel

    Gangwon-do

    Standing tall conveniently just a block back from the bus terminals is this superb love motel. Rooms are spotlessly clean, with huge beds, coffee sachets,…

  • Haslla Museum Hotel

    Gangwon-do

    This architectural oddity by the Haslla Art World is an oasis of design: beds are shaped like large wooden bowls, rooms are furnished with quirky pieces…

  • High1 Hotel

    Gangwon-do

    One of the cheaper twin-turreted High1 Ski Resort accommodation options, High1 Hotel has a sparkling lobby and spacious, contemporary rooms with views…

  • Jati House 2

    Chuncheon

    Hidden away uphill and down an alley, this secluded guesthouse and cafe is very tranquil, but only has two rooms, each small but cute. There's a garden…

  • Sejong Hotel Chuncheon

    Chuncheon

    Nestled on the slope of Bongui-san, this rather plush hotel offers unrivalled views of Chuncheon and the surrounding countryside, ensconced within an…

  • Kangwonland Hotel

    Gangwon-do

    The main hotel at High1 Ski Resort is this high-rise hotel complete with casino (South Korea's largest) and convention centre. Rooms are of a high…

  • James BLuE Hostel

    Sokcho

    This is a hostel all grown up. Rooms are clean and common areas close at night for proper rest for all. Bonuses include heated floors, strong showers,…

  • Naksan Beach Hotel

    Gangwon-do

    Just beneath the temple of Naksan-sa and enjoying splendid sea views from high up, this luxury hotel has an elegant curved arc-shape and a neat,…

  • The Class 300

    Sokcho

    Although not that close to central Sokcho, the Class 300 is one of the smarter places in town, with stylish and modern decor, relatively soft beds and…

  • Osaek Green Yard Hotel

    Seoraksan National Park

    The only high-end hotel within the park, this 150-room chalet-inspired complex provides smart rooms embracing all creature comforts. The oncheon (guests…

  • Grand Motel

    Chuncheon

    This motel, run by a kind and helpful family, stands out from the surrounding love motels for comfortable, good-sized rooms sans tackiness. The owners can…

  • Kensington Hotel Pyeongchang

    Gangwon-do

    This tall deluxe hotel is about 2.5km from the southern park entrance, with sweeping views all around. Rooms are suitably plush and during low season you…

  • Chuncheon Tourist Hotel

    Chuncheon

    This friendly hotel enjoys a central location steps away from the Myeong-dong shopping district, with flat-screen TVs, comfy beds and large spiffy rooms…

  • Seorak Oncheonjang

    Seoraksan National Park

    This motel has pleasant rooms spread over two neat white buildings, with the lobby in the rear one. The oncheon (hot-spring spa; summer and autumn only)…

  • The Suites Hotel Naksan

    Gangwon-do

    The beach glistens right outside your balcony here, or ascend to the roof terrace for even more spectacular views from a sun lounger. Rooms are spacious,…

  • Equus Motel

    Gangneung

    This love motel has pretty sleek rooms that offer good value for money in the bus terminal area. Rooms have neat black decor and enormous TVs, and better…

  • Good Morning Hotel

    Sokcho

    This spiffy nine-storey hotel is one of the nicest near the beach, its good-looking rooms have contemporary dark-wood floors, tasteful decor and floor-to…

  • Cello Motel

    Gangwon-do

    Right across from the bus terminal, this love motel is in a handy location and is comfortable, though some rooms are decorated in a kind of Liberace-slept…

  • Alps Hotel

    Gangneung

    With huge beds, bright, white linen, underfloor heating and flat screen TVs, this simple but comfortable place is tucked away down a side street; it's…

  • Jungcheong Shelter

    Seoraksan National Park

    A basic mountain shelter, with the largest capacity, along the Outer Seorak routes to Daecheong-bong. Reservations can be made online. Check website for…

  • Huiungak Shelter

    Seoraksan National Park

    This basic mountain shelter is along the Outer Seorak routes to Daecheong-bong. Reservations can be made online. Check website for fire warnings and…

  • Suryeom-dong Shelter

    Seoraksan National Park

    A basic mountain shelter located on the trail from Baekdam-sa in Inner Seorak.

  • Yangpok Shelter

    Seoraksan National Park

    A small-capacity shelter for campers in Seorak-san National Park.

  • Socheong Shelter

    Seoraksan National Park

    A shelter for campers in Seorak-san National Park.