Smile Resort & Guesthouse is just 1 km from Seorak Mountain National Park. It features a small art gallery, complimentary private parking and free Wi-Fi access in its public areas. The guesthouse is about 8.5 km from Mulchi Beach and 12 km from the East Sea. Equipped with air conditioning and heating systems, dormitory and studio units also come with a TV and a sofa. Bathroom facilities are either private or shared. Tour arrangement and luggage storage services are available. Guests can also lounge or watch TV at the common living area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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1 futon bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
9.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maria
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We had a wonderful four night's stay at this cosy and friendly Hotel. The little village where this place is located may be a little run down, the Smile Hotel shows no sign of this. Rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable, we had a view over the...
  • Inouk
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The owner was super sweet and helpful. The location is amazing since it’s so close to Seoraksan NP.
  • Floritobi
    Germany Germany
    I had a great stay at the Smike Resort. Thank you so much to the mamaging owner, who was very caring about her guests, giving information about buses to take and what to do in the area. Nice room and good breakfast with eggs, cereals fruit.etc....
  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    Low key, well located, super friendly and great value
  • Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really great outside seating area next to the river with a hammock and benches, they also let us keep our bags in the lobby after we checked out while we went hiking.
  • Nethe
    Denmark Denmark
    Lovely drinking water, good value for money, space in room (4 person).
  • Tomas
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Checking in super easy. Simple room but had everything that I needed. Clean. Staff very helpful, speak English.
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner of Smile Resort is so friendly and helpful. The hotel is located right next to the bus stops for bus 7, which reaches the national park entrance in five minutes and Sokcho in 20-30 minutes. It is also near to a couple of shops and...
  • Magdalena
    Poland Poland
    It's very convenient for Seoraksan hiking. Complimentary breakfast was a nice bonus.
  • Sanny
    Belgium Belgium
    Decent room, outdoor space where you could sit in the day and at night. They gave a small breakfast in the morning. You could also buy some drinks or ramyeon there. A few restaurants on walking distance. Parking lot. Friendly owners. You could...

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, do you provide Laundromats (washing machine and dryer , free of charge and self service ) ?. If it is to be paid, may I know how much ?. Thanks.

    Hello :) We have both machines. Laundry is krw 2,000. and the dry machine is krw 4,000. Thank you
    Answered on 9 August 2022
  • Hi. Is there transportation to Seoraksan National park? Or do we need to catch bus 7 on our own? Is there food provided? Thank you

    Thank you for your asking about my hostel. The national park is 4 km away from my hostel. You can take the bus no. 7 or 7-1. We provide simple breakfa..
    Answered on 11 July 2022
  • What shared kitchen facilities are available? Can I cook my own meals?

    Yes, you can cook some simple meal in the shared kitchen. The facilities not like that perfect so just simple meal would be better. And you can cook ..
    Answered on 20 June 2021
  • Annyeonghaseyo, we are visiting for the first time to Seoraksan and would like to book a room with 2 beds (2 adults). Do you have any rooms with 2 bed..

    Hello :) Thank you for interested in my hostel. I opened the room for you, Please make a reservation how you want. Thank you very much
    Answered on 5 September 2022
  • We will not arrive in Sokcho via bus until 11:30pm. Can we check in at this time?

    Yes, it's possible. However, there are no employees at the desk after 10 p.m. So those who check in late are writing down their room keys and names ..
    Answered on 16 September 2024
  • Hi! I have an unusual request. Please could I gently check if your piano is in tune and if we can play it when we are at Smile Resort? Thank you! ☺️

    네네~~~ 물론 입니다. 감사합니다.ㅎ
    Answered on 15 April 2024
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Smile Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Table tennis
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese
    • Korean

    House rules
    Smile Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardJCBBC-CardUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 10:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Smile Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 10:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Smile Resort

    • The prices at Smile Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Smile Resort include:

      • Studio
      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin
      • Single
    • Smile Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Table tennis
    • Smile Resort is 4.3 miles from the centre of Sokcho. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Smile Resort is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.