Hotels With Gym in Gangwon State, South Korea

I frequently travel to Gangwon-do and have had the opportunity to stay at numerous accommodations there. Daepho Port is a bit removed from Sokcho city center, so I usually overlooked it, but I finally decided to try it out for the first time this August. The rooms are well-maintained. A significant plus is the abundance of restaurants within walking distance, which made exploring the area quite enjoyable. Typically, hotels in such regions are isolated, limiting guests to on-site facilities or a convenience store unless they drive out. The Ramada, however, boasts many nearby dining options. While the price felt a bit high, as is common in tourist areas, simply walking around and exploring provided enough enjoyment that we didn't feel the need to dine out every time. The presence of Cassia Hotel next door ensures decent foot traffic, and the surroundings feel lively and well-lit, even at night. The room itself is a standard hotel room, well-equipped with a fast charger and plenty of power outlets. Reusable indoor slippers are also provided. I enjoyed my stay so much in August that I returned again this month. Last time, I had a Daepho Port view, and this time I was allocated a partial view facing Lotte Resort. While both were decent, the Lotte Resort view felt a bit obstructed and less open due to the Cassia Hotel partially blocking the line of sight. The Daepho Port view definitely felt more expansive. A minor inconvenience is the extremely narrow ramp leading up to the parking lot, requiring careful driving. The mini-fridge is quite small, and its cooling performance was a bit underwhelming. Additionally, the table is quite low, so you have to hunch over a bit if you're enjoying some 'chimaek' (chicken and beer) in the room. Aside from these minor points, everything else was great, and I definitely plan to stay here again on my next visit.

This was a very pleasant place to stay before and after a hike in Seoraksan National Park. Lovely view from the balcony. Very clean and comfortable, and helpful staff! Very convenient location. The local bus to the national park is right across the street from the hotel, and the hotel is 10 minutes walk from the express bus terminal. I was pleasantly surprised by a washing machine in the room, which was great to clean my muddy clothes after my hike (you'll need your own laundry detergent). The room had a kitchenette with sink, hot plate, and full-size refrigerator and freezer. The only problem is there was no pot or pan to use on the hot plate, so I could not actually use it to warm my food (unless I would travel with my own pot)! It would be nice if the room provided a hair dryer and if the hotel had some breakfast option. The cafe downstairs offers only drinks, not food, and doesn't open until 11 a.m. The entryway light is motion activated, and there are many electronic buttons and panels around the room that emit light, so if you are sensitive to light while sleeping, you will have to cover your eyes with a sleep mask. Also note that it you close the sliding door between the bed and living area while the air conditioning is on, it will prevent the cold air from reaching the part of the room where the thermostat is located, so the air conditioner will remain on indefinitely, and the sleeping area will get very cold. The various panels for lights and temperature were a bit difficult to understand. English labels would be helpful. But the receptionist was helpful and came up to my room to show me how to use the air conditioning. The USB port on the nightstand worked some of the time and sometimes it didn't. I couldn't figure out if there was a switch or setting somewhere in the room to make it work, or if it was just malfunctioning.

The hotel felt really upscale, a true sea-view room. Downstairs, there's a seafood street, and you can even set off fireworks on the beach – it's incredibly romantic, with half sea and half lake. The only downside was the hotel's swimming pool; the indoor one wasn't heated, so it was freezing when I got in. The outdoor hot spring pools were too crowded. Everything else was great.

It took over 2 hours by direct bus from Hongdae subway station to get here. The hotel is located right inside the ski resort. However, even if you arrive early, you still have to wait until 3:00 PM to check in. The front desk won't proactively tell you about the discounts available with your room card for ski passes, hot springs, and many other activities unless you ask. That said, the room was spacious enough and offered excellent views of the ski slopes. The lobby also has a free storage room for guests to keep their ski equipment and take a short break.

The room I entered on the first day was very unclean. - Only the bed was clean! - Stains on the table as they were - Hair all over the floor... Same with the bathroom - Traces of something eaten on the sofa... Since it was early morning check-in and the luggage had already been moved, I explained the situation and asked to change the room. The front desk said that they would only clean one night out of three, and asked if they would clean it tomorrow... (????) I didn't clean it... Considering that it would be difficult to change rooms at dawn, I asked them to change the room the next day.. Why did they clean it tomorrow as if it was a favor...? After talking to them again, they decided to change the room the next day, and fortunately! The room I changed to was clean. * On the third day, I was sleeping and heard a knock saying that the room was being cleaned, and they were trying to open the door right away, so I was startled while sleeping and told them not to come in because they didn't have to clean it, but they kept coming in and said they would just tag my card.. They said they had to tag it to get paid...(??) I travel a lot for business and often stay at hotels, but this was the first time I've seen something like this... I was half asleep and didn't understand what they were saying, and I was in my pajamas and a mess, so I told them not to come in because they kept coming in.. They didn't come in, but it's still absurd to think about later. The hotel system seems strange.... I stayed twice for 3 nights, but every time I went, I was never satisfied with the cleanliness, front desk, and various services, as if it were a 4-star hotel... I used it because of the location and facilities, etc., but... Well... I'm not sure about the future. * The photo is only a small part, there are also hair stains here and there that are not visible in the photo...

Excellent stay. Better than expected. I was worried that it would be crowded at the lobby/ common areas due to proximity to casino which was not a preference. The lobby of convention hotel is grand, peaceful and modern. I was also worried that it would be inconvenient to reach the ski slopes however the shuttle buses were frequent and you can get to the slopes quickly. The bus stop drop off point is right outside the ticket office for ski passes Hotel service was welcoming and superb from check in/out to housekeeping. As foreigners we received discount coupons for ski rental and pass. View from room was nice and loved the cream and shower gel etc. Room service was quick and portions are huge. Also how it was delivered was really good too with the robot. Overall very good and comfortable stay.

신상 호텔답게 객실 시설은 만족스러웠습니다. 방에 테이블이 있어 사온 음식을 먹기 좋았고, 욕조와 샤워, 화장실이 분리되어있는 점이 좋았습니다. 침구류도 편안하고 괜찮았어요. 다만 화장실에 호스가 이상이 있었는지 물이 조금씩 새어나와서 중간에 수리를 해주셔야 했습니다. 초반에는 화장실에서 묘한 냄새가 나서 안 좋았는데 금방 적응되기는 했습니다. 위치가 속초와도 가까워서 시장에 다녀오기 좋습니다. - 3시에 체크인을 하러 갔는데 그 시간에 이용객이 몰리는 것에 대한 대비가 하나도 되어있지 않아서 체크인 웨이팅을 1시간 반 넘게 해야했습니다. 얼리 체크인 옵션이 있는 것도 아니고 태블릿에서 웨이팅 등록을 하고 로비에서 하염없이 기다려야했습니다. 딱히 그 동안 짐을 보관할 곳도 마땅하지 않았구요. 시간을 쪼개어 기분좋게 여행 온 건데 이렇게 1시간 반 이상을 버리게 되며 일정이 다 꼬여 불쾌했습니다. - 루프탑 인피니티풀이 1+1 프로모션 중이어서 이용했습니다. 온수풀이어서 추운 날씨에도 불구하고 이용할 수 있었습니다. 다만 타올을 따로 제공하는지, 제공하지 않는다면 객실에서 가져와야하는지 등에 대한 사전 안내가 없어 당황스러웠습니다. 타올을 원래 제공하는데 다 떨어져서 알아서 가져와야한다는 것을 직접 문의를 한 뒤에야 알게되어서 객실까지 다시 다녀와야했습니다. - 뷰는 오션뷰이긴한데 앞에 바로 바다가 있는 느낌은 아니고 끄트머리에서 보는 느낌이라 그럭저럭입니다. 나쁘지는 않아요. - 전반적으로 시설은 만족스럽고 좋았습니다만, 아직 투숙객을 맞을 시스템적인 준비가 되지 않은 호텔이었습니다. 직원분들은 친절하셨지만 각 파트마다 유기적인 소통이 잘 안 되는 느낌이었고, 그로 인한 불편은 모두 투숙객이 감당해야했습니다. 잘 고민해보고 투숙 결정하셔야 할 것 같습니다.

I had a very comfortable stay for three nights in Gangneung, thanks to how clean and well-maintained the accommodation was. The breakfast was fairly simple, but more than enough to start the day, and I especially appreciated the sense of space, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and comfortable. Getting around was easy whether by bus or taxi, and the location made it convenient to visit nearby attractions like Ojukheon and Jungang Market. For those travelling by car, the spacious parking area is definitely a big plus. There’s also a lovely pine forest path just behind the property, perfect for a quiet stroll. The ocean view from the room really added to the holiday atmosphere, and being able to enjoy both the sunrise and sunset was one of the highlights of staying at Shilla Monogram.

The check-in experience was disappointing. The front desk receptionist was rude, unfriendly, and impatient. As tourists who are not familiar with public transport online ticketing, we needed assistance, but the staff was not helpful. Better customer service and support for international guests are needed.

I used to always stay at the same hotel whenever I visited Sokcho, but this time I decided to try Homemarina Hotel. To cut to the chase, I was extremely satisfied! The overall facility management was great, and the amenities exceeded my expectations. The bathroom, in particular, was impressive – the best I've encountered in any hotel so far. The water pressure was stable, and the hairdryer performed well, so there were absolutely no minor inconveniences. If I come back to Sokcho, this will be my hotel of choice again.