The Hotel Sokcho

Best Western Sokcho was located in the perfect spot for Seoraksan Treks and also to the city centre where the Central market was. The Express Bus Terminal (not intercity bus terminal, do check with your driver) only 5mins away to Seoul, bus stop to 7 or 7-1 is 3mins away. eMart was 5mins away and Daiso was 10mins walk from the hotel. Amazing offer from Trip.com if booking made in advance. We were travelling in a group of 4 and booked two Ocean view deluxe twin rooms. Beds were Ace bed, slept very comfortably for the 3 nights stay. There is a coin self laundry service at basement. Ocean view was blocked halfly but good enough to see sun rise from the beach which is only 10mins walk away. There are many good eateries around the hotel as well as near the beach, the lake and at the Central Market. One incident made the stay unpleasant though, we bought the famous Manseok chicken from the Central Market for a beer and chicken night after climbing the peak of Seoraksan Daecheongbong for 12 hours, the cleaning staff threw away our food (a box with full chicken inside) without asking. The reception staff reaction was disappointing as they didn't seem care. In the end, they offered to re-order a random chicken for us but we refused to take it as the mood was totally ruined. I have to say there was not much service per se at Best Western Sokcho as it is more like a service apartment but the hotel room quality, the location and price were fantastic. I will recommend anyone who like trekking Seoraksan and exploring around Sokcho to stay there but do not expect for hotel service.

Nice hotel with great view! Location is very near the express bus terminal and bus stop to Seoraksan National Park. Walking distance to Sokcho Beach. Huge washing machines and dryer machines available.

The hotel is located close to the express bus terminal, making it very convenient for travelers coming in via express buses. A big supermarket nearby as well as bus stops to Rodeo street/Jungang market or Seoraksan make it helpful as well. The room was huge, with a great view of the lake. Everything was perfect. Housekeeping service must be requested, at the front desk and given every 2-3 days.

The room and location are nice. No toothbrush or toothpaste. The elevator is hell. They need to do something about it.

This didn’t feel like a hotel. It was designed in what was intended to be an officetel. It was still very clean. They charge for early checkin, even if it is an hour early. Early checkin fee was quite high. Enjoyed the coffee in the lounge.

The room was exactly like in the photos – very spacious and clean. Great location, right next to the express bus terminal. It was just a 7–10 minute walk to Sokcho Beach and only a 30-minute bus ride to Seoraksan National Park. We were very satisfied with our stay and will definitely come back!