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Kensington Hotel Seorak

4.0 star property
Mountain hotel with 2 restaurants, near Seoraksan National Park

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY502
CNY552 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Why we love this property

Food for every mood
Dual restaurants and a cafe set the stage for culinary adventures. A garden-view dining area creates ambiance, while a bar caters to thirsty travelers.
Dreamy sleep retreat
Wrapped in plush bathrobes, guests drift off on memory foam mattresses with premium bedding and down comforters. Blackout drapes ensure blissful slumber.

Room options

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Standard King

  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Family Ondol Double - Mt. Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Premier Twin - Mt.Seorak View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premier Family Twin - Mt.Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite Room, Korean Style

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Futons

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Executive Twin - Newly Renovated

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Executive Family Twin - Newly Renovated · Mt. Seorak View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Ondol Double

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite Room, Western Style

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Diana Suite Room

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Elizabeth Suite Room

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sinheungsa Temple - 9 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seorak Waterpia - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Sokcho Beach - 17 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪더엠브로시아 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Take-Out Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪커피:비밀단1275 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪커피볶는한옥 설향 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪카페 긷 - ‬12 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, Sinheungsa Temple and Seorak Waterpia are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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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
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Check-in and check-out times may vary depending on availability.
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Required at check-in

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

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

  • 50-inch Smart 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

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

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.

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)

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

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 12-minute walk from Seorak Cable Car and 18 minutes' walk from Sinheungsa Temple.

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Reviews

Kensington Hotel Seorak Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast buffet offered a great variety of food, including Korean and British options, with many reviewers praising its quality and selection. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Super nice and convenient location right by the park but the hotel could use a face lift.
Alexander, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

lots of parking space and friendly customer service and outstanding breakfast
Philip, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was very comfortable.
SUB YOUNG, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was excellent, always going above and beyond to provide excellent service. As one example, on check-in the staff offered us a free upgrade to an available room that had more ammenities than the one we had booked.
Noah, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Facility is quite old but it seems its maintenance is OK. I do not know this "Kensington" brand has something related to UK brand. Location is perfect if you focus on Seorak national mountain hike (of course it is close to beach resort). Not so much facility inside but breakfast food is excellent (variety and quality) - normally presented in free.
BYUNG HO, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I stayed here for two nights. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel had the spacious and luxurious atmosphere. Staff were kind and room was clean, pleasant and had a beautiful Mountain view. Breakfast buffet selections were very nice and the dining room and the cafe at 9th floor also had a great view. The restaurant for dinner was a bit fancy, but also offer take-out chicken you can eat in your room. There are stores and restaurant near by if needed. The best part of the hotel was that you can walk to the park entrance and start hiking to the Seoraksan National Park right away.
Mitsuko, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Convenient location 5 minute walk to Seoraksan Park entrance. Bus stop to Sokcho right in front of hotel. Warm room and they upgraded to room with two double beds with mountain view, much appreciated. However, room service non-existent. Neither of the 2 hotel restaurants were open for dinner. We ordered dinner but food was terrible and we had to go down and pick it up from front desk. Front desk staff not always at front desk and often didn’t answer phone. No coffee or tea in rooms. Dated decor is fine but problem is hotel needs upkeeping— in front of our room was water stains on walls and peeling wallpaper. No gym or pool on premises. Despite all of above, price reasonable and would stay here again due to convenience to park entrance.
Anica, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Unique and different from other hotels, it’s very old and need serious remodeling. Very small bathroom (reminds me of place in London) located right next to entrance of Sarak national park. Food is overpriced and nasty, no room service (order food u have to go pay and pick up yourself?) I won’t recommend, there are plenty of other hotels nearby and cheaper.
Tae, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Avoid this dump at all costs.

Absolutely disgusting hotel. How on earth earth this place won any awards recently blows my mind. Or gets good reviews. I feel scammed by the reviews. The floors are uneven, notes on the bed telling you expect bugs from the outside and mold growing on walls everywhere. Everything smells musty and gross. Floor tacky. Our whole family were glad it was just one night. Breakfast is overpriced for what they offer. The trying to be british is a joke (I’m a brit). Sorry but this place needs demolishing. Its in a prime spot and thats the only thing going for it. The hotels in town look even worse from the outside. I’m baffled! How can such a popular national park area not have accommodations that are invested in? Do hikers not care about their health while asleep?!?! We only ended up here because I couldn’t get 2 nights I wanted in Sokcho. Stay in Sokcho and drive. Its like 15 min drive. Kensington is so gross,now every nasty thing my kids see is called “the Kensington” lol.
Travis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

호텔 체크인 후 걸어서 설악산 입구에 갈 수 있는 설악산 여행을 위한 최적의 위치. 오랜 전통과 고급스러움을 느낄 수 있는 인테리어. 직원들의 친절과 잘 정리된 객실에서 볼 수 있는 웅장한 설악산 풍경. 세련된 조식 뷔페. 간단한 편의점 물품과 실용적인 소품들. 갈 때마다 온 가족이 만족을 느끼는 호텔.
SUKJOO, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

연식은 오래되었지만, 켄싱턴 호텔만이 가지고 있는 특유의 감성(영국 왕실 느낌)이 있어서 자주 방문합니다. 최근에 리모델링한 방을 묵게되어서 깔끔했고 직원도 친절해서 다음에 또 방문하겠습니다.^&
Dusun, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

I chose this hotel because I only had one day to spend in the national park, and this hotel is right by the entrance so it's the most convenient. If you have several days though, I would stay in Sokcho and get the bus. The hotel is clearly old and needs upgrading. There is nothing around and the restaurant closed at 8pm I believe, so when I arrived late there was no options for food
Trine Susanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Top experience
Hugues, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

프론트 직원의 친절함이 늘 인상적임
SUK JUNG, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Supertrevligt hotell med stora fina rum med fantastisk utsikt. Gångavstånd till nationalpark med alla vandringsleder och carbinbana. Vi saknade möjlighet att ta massage.
Christina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

너무 좋은 숙소였어요
kyoungeun, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

직원이 친절하고, 침구도 편안했어요.
YONG WOO, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

설악산 소공원까지 도보 10분 걸림! 호텔이 오래됐고 8090년대 인기 배우 가수 스포츠선수 기념 코너들이 곳곳에 있어 레트로함을 느낄 수 있어요. 방은 큼직큼직하고 침대도 푹신푹신 bb
HYEONAH, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

식사는 좋았습니다 하지만 3층 이었는데 반지하 월세방 뷰에 12시간 지났다고 주차요금 만원을 받네요
SANG YOUL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

직원분들이 너무 친절하시고 깨끗한 객실이 마음에 듬니다
Chungil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

설악산 접근이 가장 편리함 주차장에 주차후 설악동 케이블카 등 도보로 이용 가능
Dae Hwan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

객실
Chi Hyun, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

일단 방에서 보는 설악산뷰가 너무 예쁩니다. 주차장 바로옆이 설악산 입구주차장이라 더 좋았구요. 저번에 속초왔을 때 바다전망에 숙소를 잡았다가 켄싱턴설악 꼭대기 카페가 너무 좋길래 이번에 여기로 왔어요. 어제 켄싱턴 고성 설악밸리에도 갔었는데 여기는 더 좋네요. 직원분이 정말 친절해서 여기는 후기를 쓰고싶어요. 내일 아침조식도 기대됩니다. 아침에 일어나서 창문을 열면 설악산의 맑은 공기를 마실 수 있겠지요. 시설은 좀 오래됐지만 내부를 참 잘 꾸며놔서 예전 묵었던 바닷가 5성보다 여기 만족도가 높습니다. 침구도 깨끗하고 푹신해요.(투숙객 주차비가 없는데 3만원 냈다는 분은 무슨 일인지 모르겠어요...)
Minjeong, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

욕조와 욕실 및 tv 등이 리모델링되어 좋습니다. 그리고 조식이 매우 훌륭합니다.
Injun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Die Aussicht auf die Berge war schön. Die Nähe zum Nationalpark ist ein grosser Vorteil. Die Auswahl an Essensmöglichkeiten ist am Abend etwas eingeschränkt. Das Hotel Ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen.
Anita, 2-night trip