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Hound The Blue

3.5 star property
Guests start their day with fresh coffee from the hotel's cafe while staying connected with complimentary high-speed WiFi in this vibrant downtown location

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Panorama Suite Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi - Hound The Blue (Gangneung)
Panorama Suite Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi - Hound The Blue (Gangneung)
A modern hotel with a glass facade, located near a beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset. - Hound The Blue (Gangneung)
Premier Relax Twin Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi - Hound The Blue (Gangneung)
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AVVIO Hotel provides a modern retreat in the heart of town. Travelers connect with in-room WiFi, energize with coffee at the on-site cafe, or tackle work in the business center. Previous guests consistently mention the helpful staff and convenient self-parking options.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Terrace Double Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Terrace Double Ocean

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Relax Twin Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Premier Relax Twin Ocean

  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Panorama Suite Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Panorama Suite Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Terrace Double | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Terrace Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panorama Suite Garden | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Panorama Suite Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Relax Twin | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Premier Relax Twin

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Relax Double Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Relax Double Ocean

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Terrace Twin Ocean | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Terrace Twin Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Relax Double | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Relax Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Gangneung, Hound The Blue is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gyeongpo Beach and Anmok Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Jumunjin Port. Gangneung Culture and Art Center and Gangneung Dano Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Gangneung travel guide
Map
229, Changhae-ro, Gangneung, Gangwon, 25556

What's nearby

  • gangmun beach light house
    Gangmun Beach
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Anmok Beach
    Anmok Beach
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Gyeongpo Beach
    Gyeongpo Beach
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Gyeongpoho Lake
    Gyeongpoho Lake
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jeongdongjin Station
    23 min drive
  • Gangneung (KAG)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • 호텔 다이닝 M
    12 min walk
  • 테라로사
    11 min walk
  • 다모아식당
    11 min walk
  • 솔향대게
    12 min walk
  • poipu
    10 min walk

About this property

Hound The Blue

Hotel near Gyeongpo Beach
Hound The Blue provides a coffee shop/cafe and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Hound The Blue feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • 75-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KRW 17,000 for adults and KRW 10,000 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • AVVIO KITCHEN

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 75-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 17000 for adults and KRW 10000 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hound The Blue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hound The Blue?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hound The Blue?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hound The Blue located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gangmun Beach and Gyeongpo Beach. Gyeongpoho Lake and Anmok Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hound The Blue Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 587 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 587 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 587 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 587 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 587 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great views and location, friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked if the room had wash cloths, string attached to 2 windows were missing & I wish that the hotel had complimentary coffee / tea inside the room. Other than that, the hotel was in a great location, the staff was great and the room had a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern, clean, excellent breakfast. View of ocean from room and plenty of walking path on park across the street. Several restaurants within walking distance of hotel. Small room did not have any closet or drawers for clothes, so it was truly living out of the suitcase.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

grace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was as described and yet a little underwhelming given the price relative to other hotels I looked at same/higher price range. They did not give notice that there was major construction next door to our side of hotel, not would they offer discount. But the location across from beach was great. And while you are technically not supposed to swim (no life guard), there were a few. But the view and walking trail through woods between beach and hotel was very nice..and not a far walk to Gyeongpodae Beach. Location was quiet/remote - good if you have car, not great if you don’t. If you want nightlife/restaurants within east walk, stay near Gyeongpodae beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WOONHAK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast buffet was great. Variety of menus and delicious. My partner and I were very pleased while staying at this hotel. The sound of waves make the perfect bedtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eui Chol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kyung Rok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel breakfast I have ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended Avvio hotel in Gangneung.

I stayed in Avvio hotel for 2 nights in the early of Jan 2023. It was such a beautiful room with view towards the sea and pine tree. Inside this room, there was a cozy corner where you could relax. Especially, the receptionist (Ms. Jisoo) of this hotel is very kind and helpful. She really supported me to get my phone back when I accidentally lost it in the taxi. Many thanks to her hospitality which makes my trip memorable in Gangneung.
Super cozy in this corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty and Loud

Very Loud due to construction works. Nobody told this fact before. Dirty and air conditioner dirty. Bath room dirty. EverThing dirty except lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great suite - what a view

I stayed in one of the corner suites. The view was outstanding. Even better than the image on the website. The room was large and very comfortable. The bed was very comfortable, as were the chairs. I didn't watch the TV as I was reading and just looking at the view. I like this hotel because it is just across from an undeveloped, unspoilt, and very quiet stretch of beach - the nicest I have seen in Gangneung and probably the nicest I have personally experienced in South Korea. As a result, I spent a fair amount of time on the beach. Unfortunately, a huge development is being built next door to the hotel. I hope it doesn't ruin this area of beach, but I am doubtful. Breakfast was a do-shi-rack/bento box to be eaten in the room. This was surprising, but it was tasty nonetheless. The room was not the cleanest though. Dusty in parts and even a bit of dried seaweed on the bedside table. However, I really enjoyed my stay overall. I was sad to leave the suite due to the view and the amount of natural light. I hope to go back soon. Note - they are very strict with check in time - no check in before 3pm. This is a quiet area. I have seen some Koreans complain about this, but it is the reason I like it. Also, as a solo foreigner there were not really any dining options that appealed to me. Seafood is king here. However, there is a decent convenience store a few minutes walk away. I had a cup ramen sitting outside. Good times
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Seon Yung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was wonderful. The hotel was rather small one (not huge hotel), but very clean, view was excellent, location was good, breakfast was pretty good, staff was kind and were offered complimentary glass of wine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
친절했슴니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hyuneun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
객실도 깨끗하고 직원들도 전부 친절하셨습니당~ 조식2인에 와인도 두잔 포함되어 있어서 객실에 있는 와인잔 들고가면 와인도 받을수 있어요(조식쿠폰지참필수) 와인잔 까먹고 내려갔더니 종이컵에 일단 받아서 들고올라갈수있게 해주셨어요 ㅎㅎㅎ 조식도 맛있었습니당
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

hyunjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
조식이 깔끔하고 맛있어서 놀랐어요. 순면 잠옷은 정말 최고~
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Insun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
매우좋았음 다시가고싶음
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunhye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
706호에 머물렀는데 정말 최고의 경험이었어요. 서비스도 전반적으로 좋았고, 조식도 맛있었습니다. 강력히 추천합니다!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

정아

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
강릉여행때마다 이용합니다. .모든것이 좋습니다. 이번 룸타입은 요가매트가 있는 곳이었는데 요가매트는 청소가 필요합니다. ~ 그것빼고는 모든것이 다 좋습니다. 다음 달에도 이용예정입니다. 친절한 직원분들께 감사드립니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YEO JIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
직원분들이 엄청 친절하시고 객실도 깔끔하고 좋아요. 특히 창가에 좌식테이블이 너무 편하고 좋았습니다! 조식도 맛있고 해변 바로 앞이라 언제든 바다보러 나갈 수 있는 것도 좋았어요! 그리고 화장실 세면대가 커서 좋았습니다ㅎㅎㅎ 옷장이 없는건 좀 아쉽긴했는데 크게 신경쓰이진 않았어요. 강릉에 놀러간다는 사람 있으면 무조건 추천할거같아요~~
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JONGTAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
가성비가 좋아요
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taekeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
깨끗하고 친절해서 좋았습니다! 무엇보다 조식 최고!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

로테

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
시설도 너무 깨끗하고 직원분들도 친절하고 뷰가 너무너무 예뻤어요 다이슨 스라이기 있어서 머리 말리기 너무 편했습니다 최고
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

지훈

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
뷰가 정말 좋았고 깔끔 합니다.
날씨는 흐렸지만..바다를 한눈에^^
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HYEJIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
청결도, 친절한 직원, 1층에 간이매장, 조식까지 모든게 다 10점 만점이었습니다
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025