HOUND THE BLUE

4 stars out of 5
229, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, Donghae East Side Sea, Gangneung-si, South Korea, 25556 - See map

Escape to Avvio Hotel in Donghae East Side Sea, Gangneung-si. Experience the tranquil beaches, vibrant cafes, and picturesque coastal environment. Enjoy 24-hour check-in, beach access, and room service. Relax with modern comforts like air conditioning, private balcony or terrace, complimentary Wi-Fi, invigorating shower, and high-quality toiletries. Marvel at the breathtaking ocean views. Explore nearby Heogyun And Heonanseolheon Memorial Hall for rich history and culture. Perfect for a getaway for two travelers. [Some content may be Generative AI assisted. Inaccuracies may occur.]

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent room comfort & quality

80 meters to the beach

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Facilities

Private beach

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Front desk [24-hour]

Restaurant

Balcony/Terrace

Breakfast

Laundry

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Gangneung-si every 1 minutes on Agoda.com
Cleanliness 8.3
Location 8.1
Service 8.1
Value for money 7.9

Based on 80 verified reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Location

8.1

Service

8.1

Value for money

7.9

Facilities

7.6

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8.1Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - 80 meters to the beach
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Gyeongpo Beach
1.6 km
Gyeongpodae Pavilion
2.9 km
Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum
2.9 km
Gangneung Seongyojang House
3.7 km
Ojukheon
4.4 km
Closest landmarks
Songjeong Beach
80 m
Gyeongpo Solhyang Hot Spring
850 m
Chodangdongkul Mart
990 m
Gangneungggoch Mart
1.1 km
Goryeogajeonguihakgwa Clinic
1.1 km

Good to know

Value for money7.9
Location rating8.1
Nearest airportYangyang International Airport (YNY)
Distance to airport38.1 km

Rooms available at HOUND THE BLUE

Standard Double Ocean View Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 double bed
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Standard Double Room
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  • Room size: 26 m²/280 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 double bed
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Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 single bed and 1 double b...
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Suite Ocean View
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  • Room size: 42 m²/452 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 king bed
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Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View
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  • Room size: 26 m²/280 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 2 single beds
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King Suite with Sea View
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 sofa bed & 1 queen bed
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Standard Double Half Ocean View
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 double bed
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Standard Twin Ocean View
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Twin Mountain View
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds
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Deluxe Quadruple Room with Side Sea View
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 single bed and 1 double b...
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More about HOUND THE BLUE

More about HOUND THE BLUE

HOUND THE BLUE

Find yourself in a truly relaxing place just minutes from the heart of Gangneung-si, with a refreshing stay at HOUND THE BLUE. Are you seeking the true Gangneung-si? Experiencing the best of the city's culture is easy with a stay at HOUND THE BLUE, located merely 2.8 km from Gyeongpodae Pavilion.
All offerings provided by HOUND THE BLUE help to ensure a pleasant stay for all travelers. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. For guests arriving by car, parking is provided free of charge. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including safety deposit boxes.
For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel.
A range of amenities is offered in guestrooms at HOUND THE BLUE. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include blackout curtains and air conditioning.
Some rooms at HOUND THE BLUE are available with design features like a balcony or terrace. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television and cable TV available in some selected rooms. Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and instant coffee are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Every day at HOUND THE BLUE begins with a delicious complimentary breakfast. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café.
At HOUND THE BLUE you can even have groceries delivered to your room with their convenient service.
A day in will be as fun as a day out with ranges of recreational activities offered at HOUND THE BLUE. A beach that's accessible right from the hotel puts you close to the ocean during your stay.


Around the property

Don't miss out on all that Gangneung-si has to offer! Chill out in the beach or just watch the waves on warm days at Gyeongpo Beach located 5.2 km away. A great museum trip can be had at Ojukheon located 4.4 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good7.6

Facilities

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Korean
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Private beach
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bottle of water
  • Breakfast [free]
  • Breakfast service
  • Coffee shop
  • Grocery delivery
  • Restaurants
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Invoice provided
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area unavailable
  • Terrace
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed unavailable
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]

Location

229, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, Donghae East Side Sea, Gangneung-si, South Korea, 25556

Excellent8.1

Location

Airports
  • Yangyang International Airport (YNY)
    38.1 km
  • Wonju Airport (WJU)
    91.3 km
Public transportation
  • Gangneung Station
    3.4 km
  • Gangneung Express Bus Terminal
    5.5 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Goryeogajeonguihakgwa Clinic
    1.1 km

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Gyeongpo Beach
    1.6 km
  • Gyeongpodae Pavilion
    2.9 km
  • Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum
    2.9 km
  • Gangneung Seongyojang House
    3.7 km
  • Ojukheon
    4.4 km
  • Tongil Park (Unification Park)
    9.5 km
  • Haslla Art World
    11.6 km
  • Jeongdongjin Beach
    11.7 km
  • Jumunjin Port
    14.5 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Songjeong Beach
    80 m
  • Gyeongpo Solhyang Hot Spring
    850 m
  • Chodangdongkul Mart
    990 m
  • Gangneungggoch Mart
    1.1 km
  • Goryeogajeonguihakgwa Clinic
    1.1 km
  • free outdoor gym
    1.1 km
  • World Mart
    1.1 km
  • Chodang Sundubu Village
    1.3 km
  • New Korea Mart
    1.6 km
  • Gyeongpo Beach
    1.6 km
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-2 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 3-7 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 8 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until11:00
Extras
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 KRW
The property
  • Year property opened2018
  • Number of floors7
  • Room voltage220
  • Number of rooms 48
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 KRW

Property announcements

*There are 2 people in all rooms, and the maximum number of people is 2 people per room.
Additional personnel costs will be incurred on site.
(Additional personnel: Free for preschoolers, 10,000 won / 1 night per adult)

* Breakfast in all rooms is free for 2 people.
(Fee for additional breakfast: free for preschoolers, 8,000 won for elementary school students, 15,000 won for middle school students to adults)

Reviews of HOUND THE BLUE from real guests

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7.8
  • Cleanliness score 8.3 out of 10
    Cleanliness8.3
  • Location score 8.1 out of 10
    Location8.1
  • Service score 8.1 out of 10
    Service8.1
  • Value for money score 7.9 out of 10
    Value for money7.9
  • Facilities score 7.6 out of 10 and is a high score in Gangneung-si
    Facilities7.6
High score for Gangneung-si
Rating
9+ Exceptional (5)
8-9 Excellent (0)
7-8 Very Good (1)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (1)
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  1. 2.4
    ByungHyun from South Korea
    Couple
    King Suite with Sea View
    Stayed 1 night in January 2025

    춥고 더럽고”

    1. 일단 안에 보일러 스위치는 있지만 우리가 못허게 하려고 아무리 올려도 온도 절.대. 안올라감 호텔자체에서 컨트롤하는듯 그냥 보일러 21도 이상 안돌아가게 온도 맞춰놓고 춥다니까 보일러 컨트롤 할 줄 몰라서 그냥감. 카운터에서 온도 컨트롤 한다고함. 결국 안해줘서 얼어죽는줄. 다들 겨울에 자려면 전기장판 이라도 개인적으로 챙겨가시길. 2. 더러움 아무리 리모델링한지 얼마 안됬다지만 청소안해서 시멘트 가루 여기저기 잇음 특히화장실 심함. 그래놓고 청소햇다고 자꾸 우김. 리모델링하고 청소 안하고 첫 숙박이 우리인것같은데 자꾸 아니라함. 기본 어메니티도 싹다 처음 쓰는데도 어제도 숙박했다함. 만약 전에 누가 숙박했었다면 청소안하고 이불이랑 수건만 갈아놓고 우릴받은건데 ㅋ 사진 보여주니 자긴 직원이라 위미없다함 자기말고 지배인 만나면 말하라함 3. 난방이슈로 심하게 추워서 난방 에어컨 킬려고 틀었는데 찬바람만 나옴. 다시 끄려니까 안꺼짐 ㅋㅋㅋ 켜지는건 되는데 끄는건 고장나서 안된다함ㅋ 그리고 원래 따뜻한 바람 안나오는 에어컨이라함ㅋ 한번 켜면 끌수 없으니까 켜지마시길. 4. 마감 안되있음 티비선도 바닥에 뚫어논 구멍 그대로 벽에는 구멍만 뚫어놓고 아무것도 안해서 그냥 아직 공사중인 방처럼 벽이 뚫려있음 5. 조식포함으로 예약했는데 예약증서도 보여줬는데 아니라고 바락바락 우김. 2만원 주고 구매하라함 . 나중엔 서비스로 준다고 내가 봐준단 식으로 말함 ㅋ 뭐지? 위에 저렇게 개판인채로 34만원이나 받고 방을 내어줌. 그돈이면 세인트 존스 가는게

    Reviewed January 27, 2025
  2. 10.0
    Exceptional
    JAEJIN from South Korea
    Solo traveler
    Standard Double Ocean View Room
    Stayed 2 nights in February 2025

    너무 만족합니다.”

    아이들 전지훈련 참관차 강릉에 방문했는데 방 컨디션. 조식, 근처 편의시설 모두 만족했습니다. 내년에도 꼭 이용하겠습니다.

    Reviewed February 08, 2025
  3. 8.0
    Excellent
    CHANGDAE from South Korea
    Couple
    Standard Double Ocean View Room
    Stayed 2 nights in February 2025

    오션뷰가 미쳤어요”

    오션뷰가 너무 좋아서 아침에 일어날 때마다 행복했습니다.

    Reviewed February 11, 2025
  4. 10.0
    Exceptional
    Suin from South Korea
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in April 2024

    ㅡ”

    Reviewed December 30, 2024
  5. 10.0
    Exceptional
    Kim from South Korea
    Solo traveler
    Standard Twin Ocean View
    Stayed 1 night in July 2024

    조식이 너무 맛있는 숙소”

    조식이 너무 맛있어요 룸 컨디션도 괜찮구 만족합니다 다만 냉장고가 진짜 작아요… 너무 작음 ㅠㅠ

    Reviewed December 06, 2024
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