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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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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

Deluxe Terrace Double Ocean

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • Ocean view
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Relax Twin Ocean

Premier Relax Twin Ocean

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • Ocean view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Panorama Suite Ocean

Panorama Suite Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • 533 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Terrace Double

Standard Terrace Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panorama Suite Garden

Panorama Suite Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 532 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Relax Twin

Premier Relax Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Relax Double Ocean

Deluxe Relax Double Ocean

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Terrace Twin Ocean

Deluxe Terrace Twin Ocean

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Relax Double

Standard Relax Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Gangneung, Hound The Blue is near the beach. Gyeongpodae is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gyeongpo Beach and Anmok Beach. 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 - 1.6 km
  • Anmok Beach featuring outdoor art, a sandy beach and general coastal views
    Anmok Beach
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gyeongpo Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple
    Gyeongpo Beach
    3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Pyeongchang which includes a lake or waterhole
    Gyeongpoho Lake
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Heo Gyun and Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Park
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 호텔 다이닝 M
    12 min walk
  • 솔향대게
    12 min walk
  • 테라로사
    11 min walk
  • 풍년갈비
    12 min walk
  • End To And
    2 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), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
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.

Property is also known as

AVVIO Hotel Gangneung
AVVIO Gangneung
Avvio Hotel South Korea/Gangneung
AVVIO Hotel
Hound The Blue Hotel
Hound The Blue Gangneung
Hound The Blue Hotel Gangneung

Frequently asked questions

Is Hound The Blue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hound The Blue?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hound The Blue on Mar 9, 2026 start from CA $79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 256 out of 575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 575 reviews

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

8/10 Good

Eui Chol

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

10/10 Excellent

Hank

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

정아

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
밤 늦게 도착했는데 야간근무 직원이 매우 친절하게 응대를 잘해주었고 숙소의 모든 인테리어, 욕실, 조식이 훌륭했습니다. 파노라마 가든뷰 객실이었는데 바다와 솔숲, 하늘~ 모든것이 좋았습니다. 덕분에 잘 쉬었습니다. 다음달에도 다시 가려 예약합니다. 그래서
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sungwon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
침대는 좀 작지만 그런것들을 뛰어넘는 엄청난 풍경이 있어요
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jong-min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
친절한 직원, 깨끗하고 훌륭한 룸 컨디션, 맛있는 조식 그리고 바다가 보이는 뷰는 정말 좋았어요. 다른 누군가에게 추천 할 수 있는 곳 이였습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYUN KYU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
훌륭한 조식
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
깨끗한 객실, 친절한 직원, 와인서비스, 커피서비스 등 모든 것이 완격했습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Huijo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
위치가 해변과 가까워서 좋으나 생수추가는 돈을 받아서 실망
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
네, 아주 좋았어요. 나중에 또 방문 하고 싶네요^^
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

영명

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
3층이랑 바다는 보이지 않고 테라스가있어 차한자 먹으며 여유를 가질수있었다. 조식은 최고였다
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Byungman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
바다 잘보이지만 창으로 되어있는게 아쉬웠습니다 다음에는 테라스 있는방으로 예약해보려구요 전체적으로 깔끔하고 좋았습니다. 만족하였습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel très agréable et très bien placé à proximité des plages. Quel plaisir d’être dans un établissement à taille humaine !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joon Soo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
오션뷰 스위트에서 바라본 바다풍경은 정말 최고입니다. 편안한 침구와 깨끗한 룸컨디션과 편의시설까지 좋은 호텔입니다. 규모는 작을지 몰라도 만족감은 절대 밀리지 않습니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONGDEOK

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

바다뷰 최고!

바다뷰가 너무 좋았어요. 객실도 깨끗하고 직원도 매우 친절했어요 호텔 바로 앞 소나무 숲길에서의 산책을 잊을 수가 없어요.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
소나무숲과 바다가 어우러진 뷰가 아름다워서 보고 있는 것만으로도 힐링이었어요. 방 크기가 작으나 10만원대의 가격이라면 감안할만 합니다. 다만, 화장실 수압이 약해도 너무 약해요. 저녁-오전까지 변기 물 내려가는 소리가 안 들릴 정도로 약합니다. 휴지는 아예 안 내려가요. 그래서인지 냄새도 나고..빨리 개선되길 바랍니다.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
리노베이션한지 얼마 안되어서인지 내부 구조 인테리어 모두 편하고 깨끗했지만, 욕실에서 냄새가 약하게 올라왔음. 해변바로 앞이라서 송리 산책이나 전망이 좋았음.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

컴팩트하면서도 고급스러움을 유지하는 가성비 호텔

필요한 것만 컴팩트하게 갖춰져 있었고 내부 인테리어도 깔끔하면서 에르메스 느낌의 고급스러움을 갖춰서 좋았음...주변 식당도 걸어서 갈 수 있는 곳에 여러가지 음식을 맛볼 수 있었고 바로 앞에 소나무 방풍림을 따라 걸을 수 있는 길과 해변을 걸을 수 있는 위치여서 좋았음 ..결론적으로 가성비가 매우 훌륭함
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yoon Yeol

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

경포대 해변뷰호텔

경포 해변에 위치한 호텔이라서 주변 산책하기도 좋고, 조용해서 편하게 숙박할 수 있었어요.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025