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Hotel The Star

3.5 star property
Hotel in Yeonggwang with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Lounge
Exterior
Corner Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Lobby
Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Hotel The Star, in the city center, offers a coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. Guests enjoy WiFi and luggage storage services. Travelers appreciate the buffet breakfast and the smoke-free environment throughout the premises.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Premium Suite | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Premium Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Corner Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Corner Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Yeonggwang is home to Hotel The Star. Bulgapsa Temple and Birthplace of Baekje Buddhism are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hampyeong Ecological Park and Hampyeong Expo Park. Muan Tidal Wetland Research and Honggildong Theme Park are also worth visiting.
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74, Okdang-ro, Yeonggwang-eup, Yeonggwang, Jeollanam-do, 57048

What's nearby

  • Bulgapsa Temple - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Yongcheonsa Temple - 22 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Dolmeori Beach - 22 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • Gamami Beach - 24 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • 1913 Songjeong Station Market - 39 min drive - 25.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gwangju Songjeon Station - 31 min drive
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪릴리브 카페, 영광 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪영광버섯매운탕 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪우리떡집(모싯잎송편) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪파리바게뜨 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪세계맥주칸 - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Star

Property highlights
At Hotel The Star, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel The Star include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: KRW 12,000 for adults and KRW 8,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 12000 for adults and KRW 8000 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Star
Hotel The Star Hotel
Hotel The Star Yeonggwang
Hotel The Star Hotel Yeonggwang

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel The Star pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel The Star?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel The Star?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel The Star?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel The Star located?

Situated in Yeonggwang, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bulgapsa Temple, Birthplace of Baekje Buddhism, and Hampyeong Ecological Park. Yongcheonsa Temple is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Hotel The Star Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent!!! Clean and Staffs are very kind and friendly! The also provide breakfast free and food were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

상우

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
어머니랑 동생하고 여행하다 너무 깨끗하고 좋은 방에서 잘 쉬었다 갑니다 직원분들도 친절하셔서 좋은 기억 갖고 가요. 고맙습니다
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

주변에 좋은 호텔이 없네요.

비교적 만족한 숙소 입니다. 샤워실 배수가 잘 안 되었네요. 금액과 전체적인 컨디션을 보았을 때 가성비가 좋지는 않네요.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jihoon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jihoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUNGUNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
숙소가 깨끗하고 편안했으며 조식서비스까지 만족했어요. 무엇보다 가격이 매우 리즈너블해서 강추합니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yong hyun

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heelim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seunghoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAE DO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

kiha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Munhwan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giyoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giyoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

GYEONG UK

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seunghoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wonki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
기본적인 호텔수준
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jaeseong

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Seunghoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Seong Jin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

JAE DO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

JAE DO

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SEUNGMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
호텔관리는 대체적으로 깔끔했고 아침도 나름 신경 써서 준비되어 있어좋았습니다. 그러나 방온도를 26도로, 조절되지 않아 너무 더워 잠을 제대로 자지 못했습니다. 우리방만 그런 게 아니었고, 다른 가족들도 똑같은 상황이었음. 방온도를 적정 온도로 체크해 주면 좋았을 텐데...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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