Kensington Hotel Seorak

4.0 star property
Mountain hotel in Sokcho with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Experience upscale comfort at Kensington Hotel Seorak, where you can unwind with garden views and a coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy shopping on site, two restaurants serving breakfast to dinner, a rooftop terrace for relaxation, luggage storage for convenience, and tour assistance to help plan your day.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Breakfast for 2)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Executive Family Twin, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 247 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Family Twin Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

[Breakfast for 2] Deluxe Ondol mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

[Breakfast for 2] Deluxe Family Ondol Double Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Suite (Randomly assigned Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Family Ondol Double Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Deluxe Ondol Double Room, Mountain View (1 Double bed, 1 Futon)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
998, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon, 217-120

What's nearby

  • Seoraksan National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Seorak Cable Car - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sinheungsa Temple - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seorak Waterpia - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Sokcho Beach - 22 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Yangyang (YNY-Yangyang Intl.) - 28 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 122.6 miles/197.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪다향 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪커피볶는한옥 설향 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪커피 방하착 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪민속그린식당 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪속초게찜 - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Kensington Hotel Seorak

Kensington Hotel Seorak features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Seoraksan National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Daepo Port. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Korean
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Check-in and check-out times may vary depending on availability.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1977
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 11 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 44
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 29-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Dining

The Queen - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Abbeyroad - This gastropub serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KRW 29900 for adults and KRW 15900 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 3 2025 to April 18 2025 (dates subject to change).

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Kensington Stars
Kensington Stars Hotel
Seorak Hotel
Seorak Kensington Hotel
Seorak Kensington Stars
Kensington Hotel Seorak Sokcho
Seorak Kensington Stars Hotel Sokcho
Seorak Kensington Stars Sokcho
Kensington Seorak Sokcho
Kensington Seorak
Seorak Kensington Stars Hotel
Kensington Hotel Seorak Hotel
Kensington Hotel Seorak Sokcho
Kensington Hotel Seorak Hotel Sokcho

Frequently asked questions

Is Kensington Hotel Seorak currently open?

This property is closed from February 3 2025 to April 18 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Kensington Hotel Seorak offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kensington Hotel Seorak does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kensington Hotel Seorak?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Kensington Hotel Seorak and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain climbing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kensington Hotel Seorak?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring garden views.

What's the area around Kensington Hotel Seorak like?

Kensington Hotel Seorak is a short 1-minute walk from Seoraksan National Park and 12 minutes' walk from Seorak Cable Car.

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Kensington Hotel Seorak Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

excellent place!
excellent place!
younghak, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Great location within walking distance to the park and town.
Holly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent location to enjoy Seorak National Park. Lovely service staff at the reception and the restaurant.
Ju Young, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast
It’s wonderful breakfast at 2F restaurant which is mountin view.
Yong, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The room needs renovation. Staff was kind and helpful.
abraham, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful
hyeon jeong, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right next to Seoraksan park entrance
Ideal location to Seoraksan National Park, hotel is located just 200 meters from park entrance on a mountain slope. Great hospitality. The classic British decoration and Korean star attributes are a nice change from other hotels.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful view of Mount Seorak! Just a short walk to the famous cable car so really convenient! Nice breakfast buffet served as well!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wow, location cannot be bettered. So wonderful to wake up each morning to those views.
Paul, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

This hotel is very old. The heating and AC units are not in good working condition, and the room entry door didn't lock automatically, unlike most other hotels. I noticed the door wasn't locked one day afternoon. However, the location is very good. I could go to popular hiking trails with easy walk.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the decor and the room was spacious and clean.
Leo, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The front clerk was very kind to customers.
BONG JOO, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Location is unbeatable for some local hiking trails. The room has a odor. The property is maintained as best they can given the age of the building.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent Location The property needs to be modernized.
Gordon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

eccellently located hotel directly at the entrance of the Seoraksan National Parc, starting point for your hiking trails, the cablecar and close to the Sinheungsa temple. If you like to be lodged in a “british style” hotel in South Korea and if you don’t mind that the hotel is quite outdated and urgently needs a renovation, then it’s your place to be. Staff is very friendly in any case
Hilke, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our room faced amazing Sorak Mountain. Sorak National Park is within a short walking distance.
Thalia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room with a view. Right at the entrance of Seoraksan park. Food is expensive
Kam Lai, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel need a refreshment, but very friendle and helpful staff

8/10 Very good

Perfect location within walking distance to Seoraksan National Park. Mountain view room was stunning. All staff were very friendly and spoke good english. Breakfast buffet each morning had a good selection of Western and Korean food options. The hotel had an onsite convenience store in the lobby, which provided ramen and other snacks. The room was a little bit dated but very clean and tidy and it is all just part of the charm of this lovely old hotel.
Jackson, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Satisfyed in general.
BONG JOO, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The faded glories of Britain
The hotel has a quirky British theme, with mahogany finish and regency style decoration in the western-style bedrooms. This makes them a bit gloomy for me. The carpets in the bedrooms were starting to look quite grubby, too. We really enjoyed the top notch breakfast.
Genuine London bus
Union Jack flower bed
George, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast buffet was nice and it had lots of choice. Property needs renovation. Staffs at 9th fl/bar and lunch restauran were very rude, but front desk staffs were very kind.
BENJAMIN, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very good
은희, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

3/5 stars because it was everything we needed, but nothing more. The distance to the National Park was unbeatable, the staff were exceptionally kind, and the room was decently clean. That said, the property is extremely old, as others have said. There is a slight smell in the hallways, peeling wallpaper, stains, etc. Our "king bed" was really just 2 double mattresseses pushed together with a large sheet put over them, which made sleeping slightly uncomfortable. The convenience store on site mostly has "british" memorbilia and is unstaffed the majority of the time. For a single night, wanting to be in walking distance to the park, it was fine, but we wouldn't choose this again if we weren't going to the park.
Mariah, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The area surrounding the hotel is incredible. Hotel is so close to the park it was a great place to stay! That being said walking into the hotel is like walking back in time. Not a bad thing but some things are just a little run down. There was definitely a lot of water damage in the building and we had a significant amount of mold in our room
Marisa, 2-night trip