Hound The Blue

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Anmok Beach

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Panorama Suite Ocean
Exterior
Deluxe Terrace Double Ocean
Panorama Suite Ocean
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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229, Changhae-ro, Gangneung, Gangwon, 25556
  • Place, Gangmun Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Gyeongpo Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gyeongpoho Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gangneung (KAG)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Terrace Double Ocean

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Relax Twin Ocean

  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Panorama Suite Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Terrace Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Panorama Suite Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Relax Twin

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Relax Double Ocean

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Terrace Twin Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Relax Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gangneung

Close to the beach.You'll find Gangmun Beach and Gyeongpo Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Gyeongpoho Lake and Anmok Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gangmun Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gyeongpo Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gyeongpoho Lake - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Jeongdongjin Beach - 31 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Jeongdongjin Station - 23 min drive
  • Gangneung (KAG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪호텔 다이닝 M - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪테라로사 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oh! Crab - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ediya Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪so:s bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hound The Blue

3.5-star hotel near Anmok Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Gangneung hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hound The Blue offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. 75-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KRW 17,000 for adults and KRW 10,000 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 75-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 17000 for adults and KRW 10000 for children

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

AVVIO Hotel Gangneung
AVVIO Gangneung
Avvio Hotel South Korea/Gangneung
AVVIO Hotel
Hound The Blue Hotel
Hound The Blue Gangneung
Hound The Blue Hotel Gangneung

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hound The Blue to the airport?

Hound The Blue is 3 mi (7-min drive) away from the Gangneung (KAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hound The Blue?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hound The Blue on Aug 18, 2026 start from CA $116, excluding 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.

Does Hound The Blue have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hound The Blue.

How close is Hound The Blue to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Gangmun Beach and 15.1 mi (33-min drive) from Jeongdongjin Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hound The Blue offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hound The Blue, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of KRW 17000 for adults and KRW 10000 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hound The Blue?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hound The Blue?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hound The Blue?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hound The Blue have a pool?

Hound The Blue does not have a pool.

Does Hound The Blue have a restaurant?

Hound The Blue is home to AVVIO KITCHEN, which features international cuisine.

Does Hound The Blue have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hound The Blue to downtown Gangneung?

Hound The Blue is 1.4 mi away from Gangneung.

Hound The Blue Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 594 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 594 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 594 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 594 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 594 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great views and location, friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EUN KYUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and nice pine trees right in front of the hotel. About 20mon walk to Chodang-dong, various restaurants. Nice room as well. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked if the room had wash cloths, string attached to 2 windows were missing & I wish that the hotel had complimentary coffee / tea inside the room. Other than that, the hotel was in a great location, the staff was great and the room had a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Seon Yung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was wonderful. The hotel was rather small one (not huge hotel), but very clean, view was excellent, location was good, breakfast was pretty good, staff was kind and were offered complimentary glass of wine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WOONHAK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast buffet was great. Variety of menus and delicious. My partner and I were very pleased while staying at this hotel. The sound of waves make the perfect bedtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern, clean, excellent breakfast. View of ocean from room and plenty of walking path on park across the street. Several restaurants within walking distance of hotel. Small room did not have any closet or drawers for clothes, so it was truly living out of the suitcase.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eui Chol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kyung Rok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel breakfast I have ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khanh

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

Highly recommended Avvio hotel in Gangneung.

I stayed in Avvio hotel for 2 nights in the early of Jan 2023. It was such a beautiful room with view towards the sea and pine tree. Inside this room, there was a cozy corner where you could relax. Especially, the receptionist (Ms. Jisoo) of this hotel is very kind and helpful. She really supported me to get my phone back when I accidentally lost it in the taxi. Many thanks to her hospitality which makes my trip memorable in Gangneung.
Super cozy in this corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sok

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

Dirty and Loud

Very Loud due to construction works. Nobody told this fact before. Dirty and air conditioner dirty. Bath room dirty. EverThing dirty except lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

grace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was as described and yet a little underwhelming given the price relative to other hotels I looked at same/higher price range. They did not give notice that there was major construction next door to our side of hotel, not would they offer discount. But the location across from beach was great. And while you are technically not supposed to swim (no life guard), there were a few. But the view and walking trail through woods between beach and hotel was very nice..and not a far walk to Gyeongpodae Beach. Location was quiet/remote - good if you have car, not great if you don’t. If you want nightlife/restaurants within east walk, stay near Gyeongpodae beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great suite - what a view

I stayed in one of the corner suites. The view was outstanding. Even better than the image on the website. The room was large and very comfortable. The bed was very comfortable, as were the chairs. I didn't watch the TV as I was reading and just looking at the view. I like this hotel because it is just across from an undeveloped, unspoilt, and very quiet stretch of beach - the nicest I have seen in Gangneung and probably the nicest I have personally experienced in South Korea. As a result, I spent a fair amount of time on the beach. Unfortunately, a huge development is being built next door to the hotel. I hope it doesn't ruin this area of beach, but I am doubtful. Breakfast was a do-shi-rack/bento box to be eaten in the room. This was surprising, but it was tasty nonetheless. The room was not the cleanest though. Dusty in parts and even a bit of dried seaweed on the bedside table. However, I really enjoyed my stay overall. I was sad to leave the suite due to the view and the amount of natural light. I hope to go back soon. Note - they are very strict with check in time - no check in before 3pm. This is a quiet area. I have seen some Koreans complain about this, but it is the reason I like it. Also, as a solo foreigner there were not really any dining options that appealed to me. Seafood is king here. However, there is a decent convenience store a few minutes walk away. I had a cup ramen sitting outside. Good times
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

서창대

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
바닷가 바로앞이라 너무좋았구요 침구류도좋고 다음에 또 방문하고싶습니다
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

주현

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
조용하게 바다보는걸 즐기기엔 좋은 숙소입니다!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanghwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
뷰가 너무 좋았습니다. 해변가 바로 앞이라 위치도 만족스러웠구요. 조식도 가성비 좋은 편입니다
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

EUNHYANG

깨끗하고 친절해서 좋았어요
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tout était parfait de la chambre, à la vue sur la mer et au petit déjeuner. Personnel très agréable ! Je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
만족하고 너무 좋아요
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
친절했슴니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hyuneun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
객실도 깨끗하고 직원들도 전부 친절하셨습니당~ 조식2인에 와인도 두잔 포함되어 있어서 객실에 있는 와인잔 들고가면 와인도 받을수 있어요(조식쿠폰지참필수) 와인잔 까먹고 내려갔더니 종이컵에 일단 받아서 들고올라갈수있게 해주셨어요 ㅎㅎㅎ 조식도 맛있었습니당
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

hyunjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
조식이 깔끔하고 맛있어서 놀랐어요. 순면 잠옷은 정말 최고~
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Insun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
매우좋았음 다시가고싶음
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunhye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
706호에 머물렀는데 정말 최고의 경험이었어요. 서비스도 전반적으로 좋았고, 조식도 맛있었습니다. 강력히 추천합니다!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025