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Estacion 1913 [Korea Quality] / 에스타시옹1913 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

13, Haean-ro 177beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

#This accommodation is a foreigner-exclusive tourist urban guesthouse. Korean residents are not permitted to use the services provided thereby.

Opened in May 2020, this guesthouse boasts of its pristine facilities and contemporary interiors. A navy-blue two-story building with white windows is reminiscent of art galleries. The name “Estacion” refers to a train station in Spanish, while “1913” is the year when Mokpo Station was opened. The building is located 1 km away from Mokpo Station and 340 m away from Mokpo Passenger Terminal, and offers good connections through public transportation. There are three rooms, all named after cities in Europe, furnished with white walls, plants, and picture frames. “Moscow” is a double bedroom with two single beds, “Berlin” is a room with ondol (under-the-floor heating system) and plush mats, and “Madrid” is a dormitory room with two bunk beds. All rooms have a bathroom with a shower. A shared kitchen, decked out with a mint-colored counter, has a table for the guests. A complimentary breakfast is served from 6:00 to 10:00, and the guesthouse also offers luggage storage. Mokpo Port, Mokpo Modern History Museum, and Yeonhee’s Supermarket is located 10 min away by foot.

EL Hotel [Korea Quality] / 이엘호텔 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

3347, Donghae-daero, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-673-3737

This hotel with a wonderful view is located near Jeongam Beach, Yangyang. This ivory hotel’s claim to fame is, naturally, its ocean view, the emerald colors of the East Sea stretching to the horizon just outside the window. There are two types of views, the ocean and the mountain, and the former tends to be more popular among the two.
All rooms are equipped with beds, whose white beddings blend in remarkably well with monotone walls. There are seven types of rooms, according to their size, their view, and bed arrangements. Guests can choose between the Standard Double, ideal for two, to Royal Suite for 4, Premier Suite, and Family Suite, depending on their traveling arrangements. Premier and Family Suites are in particular comfortably furnished with a wide living room.
First Floor Restaurant, located in the rooftop lounge on the 7th floor, is the other draw of the hotel. Its meals are served with an expansive and unobstructed view of the East Sea. The restaurant offers breakfast in the morning, and a pub serving food from the grill and beer in the evening. The hotel is located near Yangyang and Sokcho’s famous sights, such as Naksansa Temple, Naksan Beach, and Daepohang Port.

Myeongdong Guesthouse Como [Korea Quality] / 명동게스트하우스 꼬모 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

12, Toegye-ro 24-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-5437

This guesthouse is located only 3 min away by foot from the Myeongdong Station on Seoul Subway Line 4. It is a particularly popular guesthouse for international travelers, assisted by front staff proficient in English and Chinese. The guesthouse offers free luggage storage services.
Even though Como is a guesthouse, it occupies a sizable 4-story building. The first-floor lobby offers breakfast in the morning hours, while the rooftop offers a panoramic view of the Seoul city center.
Bedrooms are fitted with lemon-colored walls and white bedding. Excellent amenities like WiFi, TV, air conditioning, and refrigerator are designed for the benefit of the guests. In particular, guests have access to bathrooms with shower in each of the rooms. There are five types of rooms in total, ranging from the Standard Single to Standard Quad for 4, offering a variety ideal for all arrangements.
The guesthouse also offers excellent walkable access to Myeongdong, one of the most popular shopping districts in Seoul, as well as major sights like N Seoul Tower, Sungnyemun Gate, and Namdaemun Market being reachable in 10 min by car.

Dalbit Smile [Korea Quality] / 달빛미소 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2021-03-29

49, Dalbithanok-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

This hanok (traditional Korean house) guesthouse is nestled in the folds of Wolchulsan Mountain, in Gangjin’s Dalbit Hanok Village, a collection of hanok houses. The treasure of this place is the view of nature: Sitting on numaru (raised floor space), which has an open view to the three sides, one has a view of the Wolchulsan National Park and the green tea fields nearby. A wide courtyard serves as the home of flowers and the playground of the puppy in the residence.
There are three rooms in total, all Korean-style ondol (under-the-heating system) rooms. Rooms are decorated with folk painting, dried flowers, and old-style ornaments to recreate the comfortable and charming atmosphere of rural Korea. Sunlight and moonlight filter between the screen doors, making one realize staying in a hanok building. Dalbit Room has a numaru for an even better view, where one can enjoy a cup of tea while appreciating the view of nature. Smile Room has access to jjongmaru (balcony). Another important thing that must be mentioned at Dalbit Smile is its breakfast: the owner, who is licensed in Korean and Chinese cuisine, offers a robust table of heartwarming home food every morning. It takes about 5 min by car to reach Gangjin’s famous tourist sites like Baegundong Garden and Gangjin Dawon (tea plantation), while Wolchulsan National Park is reachable in 10 min.

Songgyehyeon [Korea Quality] / 송계헌 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2021-03-25

332, Byeongsan-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

This hanok (traditional Korean House) lies only 500 m away from Andong’s Byeongsanseowon Confucian Academy. Byeongsanseowon Confucian Academy is one of the Confucian academies (Joseon-era places of learning and veneration of Confucian scholars) registered as a UNESCO World Heritage, and is particularly known for its beautiful harmony with the surrounding nature. Songgyehyeon likewise faces the Nakdonggang River to the front, and a 330 m-high mountain to the back, displaying the characteristic harmony of hanok with nature.
The house was named Songgyehyeon by the owner, who wanted to build a house made out of pine trees (“song”). The entire house is offered for rent, which makes it ideal for families and groups. Songgyeheon follows a strictly traditional structure of hanok, as evident in its hipped-and-gable roof, but its interior is equipped with comfortable modern facilities. The house includes both bedrooms and Korean-style ondol (under-the-heating system) rooms. One of the three bedrooms available has a queen-sized bed, while the remaining two are equipped with comfortable mats. The common space, spacious enough to host a group, has a high ceiling dominated by exposed beams. The kitchen is equipped with cooking equipment like refrigerator, gas stove, microwave oven, and utensils for guests to cook their own food. The owner of the house also enthusiastically provides detailed information on Andong’s many tourist sites.

Gyeongju Oreung Hanok [Korea Quality] / 경주오릉한옥 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

12-17, Gukdang 2-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

This hanok (traditional Korean house) guesthouse is located right across from the Five Royal Tombs in Gyeongju. Because there are no obstructions on the way, the guesthouse enjoys a remarkable view of the ancient city. Located about 2.5 km from Gyeongju Intercity Bus Termina and about 2 km from Gyeongju Historic Areas, this guesthouse has a dignified yet comfortable atmosphere.
It is run by a mother-and-daughter team, whose attention to detail and care can be felt tangibly in the comfortably furnished rooms: well-maintained lawn and trees, double doors that help to prevent drafts and noises, and clean white bedding appreciated by many visitors. Rooms with ondol (under-the-floor heating system) are ideal for two. From walls covered by traditional Korean paper to clean and comfortable bedding, the room exudes comfort. A raised floor space in front of the room is a great place to see the scenery and a great place for photography.
Another strength of Gyeongju Oreung Hanok guesthouse is its accessibility. Hwangnidan-gil Street, a bustling street full of restaurants and cafes, is only a 15-min walk away, while Gyeongju’s famous sights such as Cheomseongdae Observatory, Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and Gyeongju National Museum are only a 10-min drive away.

Daemyeongheon House [Korea Quality] / 남문한옥 대명헌 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-12

7, Nammunan-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Daemyeongheon House is a modern hanok building integrating elements of European architecture. Its interior features design that cannot be found in traditional hanok, such as English herringbone-style floorboards and stained glasses. The kitchen has a well-preserved domestic furnace and items in the style of 1930s, exemplifying the unique atmosphere of this modern hanok. Daemyeongheon is also famous for its connection to Kim Gu (pen-name: Baekbeom), a prominent independence activist: When Kim fled to Ganghwado Island about a hundred years ago, Daemyeongheon was the place he stayed for about three months, and also a place where he presided over a village school. Traces of Kim’s stay can still be found in the building.
Daemyeongheon House is made up of three buildings of the main building, a detached building, and an annex. The area that the guests stay in is the annex. The annex has three rooms, a central wooden-floored hall (daecheong), raised floor (numaru), balcony (jjongmaru), and kitchen. The restroom, which is also fitted with a shower booth, is located outside the building. Since reservations are offered to only one group per day, visitors have the house to themselves during their stay. Because of the building’s unique characteristics, guests are prohibited from cooking indoors; instead, guests are provided with a complimentary breakfast, such as bread, tea, coffee, and fruit.
Paid programs on site include tea ceremony, azalea craft on traditional Korean paper, retro-style clothing rental, and photography. Guided tours are offered twice per day at 14:00 and 16:00. The tour takes about 0.5–1 hr and requires a fee of KRW 10,000 (including tea). However, visitors should check the date before their visit, as the guided tour is not available when there are any guests staying in the house.

Oryuheon House [Korea Quality] / 오류헌 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

18-15, Gireumaje-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Oryuheon House, located near Imhaho Lake in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, offers a chance to stay in a historic house from the Joseon period. The house, also known as Mogwa House, was built by Kim Won-jung, the third son of Sukjong-era rector of the National Academy Kim Bang-geol, when he formed a family of his own in 1678. It was designated as the National Folk Cultural Heritage No. 184. The door’s wooden frame and the open floor space exemplify the beauty of the literati house of the Joseon period, while the sarangchae (men’s quarters) and daemunchae (gate quarters) showcase the sophisticated architecture of the era. Anchae (women’s quarters) retains its original appearance, while the sarangchae was rebuilt in 1920. The construction of the Imha Dam in 1990 resulted in the house’s relocation to its present location. The owner of the house resides in anchae and sarangchae. Guests have access to a space that includes a 2-kan room, which can accommodate up to 4, an open floor space, and a bathroom. Cooking is prohibited in the house, but guests can make use of a grill located on a small yard reserved for the guests. Korean-style breakfast, including menus like chicken porridge or lotus leaf rice, are offered free of charge in the morning. Nearby sights include the water sports activities in Imhaho Lake, Manhyujeong Pavilion, Hahoe Village, and Dosanseowon Confucian Academy.

3917 Majung [Korea Quality] / 3917 마중 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2023-04-13

42-16, Hyanggyo-gil, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do

Located in Gyo-dong, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do, 3917 Majung is a cultural space combining a hanok (traditional Korean house) cafe, modern cultural experiences, and hanok guesthouse. The name “3917 Majung” refers to its goal of “welcoming (majung) the modern culture of Naju in 1939 anew in the year 2017.” Spread out on a wide land area of 13,223 m2 are four buildings of Nanpajeong, Sarangchae, Mokseowon, and Siseoheon. All buildings take after the unique combination of Japanese- and Western-style housing commonly seen in the late Korean Empire period.
Nanpajeong is a pavilion constructed during mid-Joseon period, named after its most famous guest Jeong Seok-jin (pen-name: Nanpa), a scholar who led an uprising against Japanese imperialism in late Joseon period. There are two ondol (under-the-floor heating system) rooms in total, separated by a central wooden-floor hall (daecheong), one supporting 3 to 4 guests, one ideal for 2 to 3 guests. The restroom, which is also fitted with a shower booth, is located outside the building.
Eunhaengmok Room 1 and 2, which are housed in the Sarangchae building, are tatami rooms with balcony. Sarangchae’s shower and restroom is located in the building. Mokseowon is likewise made up of three tatami rooms, separated by open floor space and an attic. The shower and restroom is located outside the building. Siseoheon houses a 4-person room and the largest room in the complex, capable of supporting more than 10 guests. There are 2 restrooms and 2 restrooms with shower facilities, making the building ideal for group events.

Good Guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 좋은집 게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2021-04-01

2-15, Maingyeteo-ro 40beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

#This accommodation is a foreigner-exclusive tourist urban guesthouse. Korean residents are not permitted to use the services provided thereby.

Good Guesthouse is located 5 min by foot from Mokpo Station. A local sculptor who had been working in the area for more than 20 years renovated a three-story building into this guesthouse. Indeed, sculptures made by the owner can be found in the guesthouse. Even the beds in the guesthouse were built by the owner. There are five rooms in total, consisting of a 6-person family room, a heated floor ondol room, a double bedroom, and two twin bedrooms. The twin bedrooms have two super single beds and can accommodate up to 6 guests. The double bedroom has a queen-sized bed and a separate powder room. The ondol room is a double occupancy room with a maximum capacity of 6. The room has bedding sets for two, and additional bedding can be rented at an extra charge. The family room has three bunk beds, and can support up to 10 people. Each room has a bathroom attached to it. Shared spaces include the kitchen and the living room, which has a TV. Guests can either choose to park in the building, or use the free public parking lot next to the guesthouse. There is a vending machine selling instant rice, ramen, and rice noodles in the guesthouse. The complimentary breakfast service offers bread, housemade jam, coffee, and milk. The guesthouse also enjoys excellent accessibility to tourist sites, with Yudalsan Mountain and Mokpo Modern History Museum located only 10 min away by foot. Mokpo’s famous CLB Bakery (formerly, Colombang Bakery), the first stop in the Mokpo bakery tour, is also located near the guesthouse.

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