Ratings based on 79 Verified Reviews
3.9 Room cleanliness
3.7 Service & staff
3.8 Room comfort
3.6 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 May 2020 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Good location but in need of some tlc
Posted 28 Aug 2018 on HotelsLocation and view were great. Deluxe room was a bit disappointing. It needed some tlc and a thorough clean. Headboard, lamp, top of fridge were covered in dust, kitchen island, bottom of shower door needed cleaning as well as blinds especially ones near hot tub. This put us off using the hot tub which attracted us to the room in the first place. The bed side table was damaged and wallpaper was missing in places. I struggled with the toilet and shower door as they were heavy duty glass. The key had to be left outside of the room in order for the electricity to work. Hot tub was turned on from the mains. It just looked unsafe.
The balcony needed a tidy and the used shower sponge and half used toothpaste wasn’t very inviting. Not sure we’d stay again unless it was tidied up again.
Free parking.
by Kenneth
Great Location
Posted 30 May 2017 on HotelsGreat trip to Sokcho and Seoraksan. Esher House was nice. Location right by the beach was fantastic. The room was a bit dated, but had everything we needed, to include a small kitchen with cooking utensils. The biggest drawback was that the doors between the kitchen area and the bedroom were missing, so everyone basically had to get up at the same time. Overall, I'd stay here again.
by A verified traveler
Two queen beds. Fitted for a family.
Posted 10 Nov 2016
Pros: Spacious room
Cons: Blanket. Over heated room.
Location: The beach is nearby and a lot of restaurants are just a short drive away
Our room was the last one that night and thus overpriced. Paid about $130 for the room with two queen beds and partial view. Since it was raining I can't confirm the view.
The room is big enough for a family of four r, Has basic kitchen supplies and a rice cooker.
I didn't care for the blanket as I'm more of a cotton person. The blanket wasn't covered in duvet but it seems like they wash them.
The room was over heated and I couldn't figure out how to lower the heat (didn't have a remote) and nobody was at the front desk at late hours. I didn't want to wake the family who runs the business.
We were also stuck with a mosquito that kept me up all night. Obviously nobodies fault.
by Van Ban
Not good as I expected through reviews
Posted 27 Jun 2016 on HotelsSpacious room but a lot of mosquitoes.
There is no friendly "Ms. Hana" like a lot of reviews here, the reception is a man, he can speak a little English and can't help you much on sigh seeing.
The room is okey to stay but not as good as the reviews on this or tripavisor
by A verified traveler
Fine. Nothing to rave about.
Posted 27 May 2016 on HotelsAll the positive reviews for this pension involve the owner, Hana. However, we didn't meet, or see, her. As a result, there was no walk-thru or description of the amenities. (We arrived late at night, so perhaps that step was skipped for us.) Several times there was no one at the front desk, so we couldn't ask for recommendations or get maps. There was also no breakfast, as indicated in reviews.
Overall, if you are comfortable navigating Korea on your own, then this pension is fine. We had the hotel call a cab for us to get to Seoraksan, and we researched dining options on our own. It was fine, but not worthy of the glowing reviews on this (and other) sites. The one positive is that the desk clerk drove us to the bus station on our last day, since I think he realized that the next bus was leaving soon.
by Arthur from Seattle, WA
Surpassed the Highest Expectations
Posted 27 Nov 2015 on HotelsHana was an amazing guest. You can tell she takes great pride in her place as she's always trying to make her guests happy. When we checked in she gave us a list of places to go eat nearby and told us where to go. She even helped us order a pizza one night. Don't hesitate to book this place as it's a very nice unit with a solid interior design. The place looks just as good as the photos.
by A verified traveler
Posted 20 Nov 2015 on Hotels
by Chang
Posted 9 Nov 2015 on Hotels
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler
Nice Stay!
Posted 27 Oct 2015 on Travelocity
Pros: location, staff
Cons: Could use a few more pillows in the room.
Location: The hotel is close to bus terminal, restaurants and sea food market which offers very good raw fish/sashimi. Very nice!
We had a very good time at this hotel. The room is spacious with a nice view to the ocean, and it has a small kitchen area with everything you need to make a simple meal. The location is perfect: The seafood market and the bus stop to Sorak mountain are only 10-minute walk away Going to the bus terminal costs only about $3 by taxi. The ladies who own/manage the place are super friendly, helpful and caring. We traveled with our 5 year old son and he had a blast!
Don't expect Sokcho to be international as Seoul. All street signs are in Korean. You need to speak and read some Korean to get around.
