Lotte Resort Sokcho: Complete Guide to Rooms, Amenities & Facilities for Travelers

Discover Lotte Resort Sokcho, a premier ocean-view resort in Gangwon-do, South Korea. Explore 392 rooms with stunning East Sea views, infinity pool, waterpark, fitness center, sauna, and family-friendly amenities. Get insider tips for check-in, check-out, and best access routes from Seoul. Perfect for family vacations, winter ski trips, or seaside retreats.

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Lotte Resort Sokcho: Basic Information

Photos of the exterior of Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Hotel Name	Lotte Resort Sokcho
Star Rating	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • KTA 4-Star Certification Period: September 10, 2024 – September 9, 2027
Hotel Address	186, Daepohang-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Main Phone Number	+82-33-634-1000
Standard Check-In Time	15:00
Standard Check-Out Time	11:00 am
Parking Lot	• Underground parking available. • One vehicle per room is allowed for free self-parking during the stay. • Valet parking is 20,000 KRW per use (inquiries: Front Desk). • Suite guests in the Hotel Wing receive complimentary valet service for up to two vehicles per room, one time per vehicle. (Not applicable to Suite guests staying in the Condo Wing)
Breakfast restaurant	✔️
Club lounge (Executive Lounge, Happy Hour, Evening hors d'oeuvres)	❌
Fitness center	✔️
Swimming pool	✔️
Sauna	✔️
Pets	❌

Lotte Resort Sokcho is a large ocean-view resort located along the beachfront in Daepo-dong, Sokcho, Gangwon-do. The resort spans approximately 70,196㎡ (about 21,000 pyeong) with 9 above-ground floors and 3 basement levels. It houses a total of 392 rooms, divided between the Hotel Wing with 173 rooms and the Condo Wing with 219 rooms.

Among its amenities, the resort features a 2,148㎡ (approximately 650 pyeong) infinity pool exclusively for guests, offering panoramic views of the East Sea, and a 13,223㎡ (around 4,000 pyeong) waterpark, making it ideal for families. Surrounding the resort is a 1.5 km coastal walking trail called “Bada Hyanggi-ro,” perfect for leisurely strolls while enjoying the scenic views.

One of Lotte Resort Sokcho’s main highlights is that all rooms offer unobstructed ocean views of the East Sea. Coupled with extensive facilities such as the waterpark, sauna, jjimjilbang (Korean-style spa), karaoke rooms, arcade, and kids’ cafe, the resort provides an ideal setting for families to relax, enjoy recreational activities, and explore Sokcho’s attractions.

Zoom-in building shot of Lotte Resort Sokcho, the filming location featured in Episode 6 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Front main entrance of Lotte Resort Sokcho, the filming location featured in Episode 6 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

1st-floor lobby front desk of Lotte Resort Sokcho, the filming location featured in Episode 3 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Guestroom-floor hallway at Lotte Resort Sokcho, the filming location featured in Episode 6 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Presidential Suite scene in the hotel wing of Lotte Resort Sokcho, featured as a filming location in Episode 6 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Outdoor coastal walkway (“Bada Hyang-giro”) scene at Lotte Resort Sokcho, filmed for Episode 3 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Exterior east-side smoking booth scene at Lotte Resort Sokcho—specifically the booth located beside the staircase on the right—featured in Episode 6 of the tvN drama Encounter. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

Lotte Resort Sokcho is well known as a filming location for the 2018 tvN drama "남자친구(Encounter)" starring Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum, as well as the 2025 SBS drama "우리영화(Our Movie)" starring Namgoong Min and Jeon Yeo-bin.

By car from Seoul, it takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Lotte Resort Sokcho. Since gas stations within Sokcho are not conveniently close to the resort, it’s recommended to refuel at the last highway rest stop before arrival.

If traveling by express bus from Seoul, depart from the Seoul Express Bus Terminal in Banpo-dong, Gangnam, and reach Sokcho Express Bus Terminal in about 2 hours and 20 minutes. From the bus terminal, it’s roughly a 5-minute taxi ride to the resort. As Lotte Resort Sokcho is situated on a hillside, using a taxi is recommended if you have heavy luggage.

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Floor Guide

Floor	Facilities
9	• Guest Rooms • R.9PUP (Rooftop pub)
3-8	• Guest Rooms
2	• Fitness center • Slow Lounge (Cafeteria, 1st floor: 45 seats, 2nd floor: 18 seats)
1	• Lobby • Front Desk • Slow Lounge (Cafeteria, 1st floor: 45 seats, 2nd floor: 18 seats) • Kids Adventure • Makino Chaya (Buffet restaurant)
B1	• Self-service laundry (in-house facility) • The Gau (Korean BBQ) • Weekend Spa (esthetic spa) • The Gaja (Wine Shop) • 7-Eleven (convenience store) • Lotteria (burger franchise) • Angel-in-us (coffee franchise) • Sogyanggo (gift shop) • Insaeng Ne Cut (self-photo booth) • Game Zone (arcade, in-house facility) • Karaoke Room (in-house facility) • Parking
B2	• Water Park & Sauna • Parking
B3	• Mini Golf • Parking

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Room Type Guide - Hotel Wing

Collage of hotel building guest rooms at Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Type	Size	Standard Occupancy	🛏️	🛁	View
Presidential Suite	182㎡	4	2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom + 1 Toilet	Sokcho Beach + Ocean View
Premier View Suite	123㎡	4	2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom	Sokcho Beach + Ocean View
Deluxe Suite	92.5㎡	2	1 Double Bed	✔️ • 1 Bathroom + 1 Toilet	Ocean View
Superior Suite	66.2㎡	4	2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 1 Double Bed)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom	• Sokcho Beach Ocean View • Daepo Port Ocean View
Junior Family Suite	57.5㎡	4	2 Double Bed	✔️ • 1 Bathroom + 1 Toilet	• Sokcho Beach Ocean View • Daepo Port Ocean View
Grand Deluxe	47.5㎡	3	1 Double Bed + 1 Single Bed	✔️	• Sokcho Beach Ocean View • Daepo Port Ocean View
Deluxe (Standard)	40.5㎡	2	1 Double Bed	✔️	Ocean View

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Room Type Guide - Condo Wing

Collage of condominium building guest rooms at Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Type	Size	Standard Occupancy	🛏️	🛁	View
Royal	181.1㎡	6~8	• Type A: 2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed) • Type B: 3 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed, Ondol Room) • Corner Suite Type: 2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom	Ocean View
Luxury	148.7㎡	6~8	• Type A: 2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed) • Type B: 3 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bed, Ondol Room)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom	Daepo Port Ocean View
Sweet	109㎡	4~6	2 Bedroom (1 Double Bed, Ondol Room / 2 Single Bed, Ondol Room)	✔️ • 2 Bathroom	Daepo Port Ocean View
Family	76㎡	4	2 Bedroom (2 Single Bed, Ondol Room)	Only Shower Booth	Sokcho Beach Ocean View
Deluxe (Standard)	59.5㎡	3	1 Double Bed + 1 Single Bed	✔️	Daepo Port Ocean View

Lotte Resort Sokcho is housed in a single large building, divided into the Hotel Wing and the Condo Wing. Curious about the difference between the two?

The Hotel Wing rooms do not have in-room kitchen facilities, so cooking is not possible, and the rooms are designed for 2 to 4 guests only. In contrast, the Condo Wing features in-room kitchens, allowing guests to prepare their own meals, and accommodates groups from 3 up to 8 guests.

Similarly, valet parking differs: guests staying in Hotel Wing suites receive complimentary valet service for up to 2 vehicles per night, once per vehicle, while Condo Wing suite guests must pay 20,000 KRW per valet service.

An Ondol Room refers to a Korean-style heated floor room. In this traditional setup, bedding is laid directly on the warm floor, providing cozy comfort—especially popular with Korean and Japanese travelers during the winter months. Don’t worry about summer stays: the floor heating is turned off, so the room remains cool and comfortable for a restful night’s sleep.

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Facilities Guide

Lotte Resort Sokcho property map (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Photo of the fitness center at Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Photo of the self-service laundry at Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Photo of the designated smoking areas map at Lotte Resort Sokcho

Facilities	Location
Ice for drinking	• Hotel Wing: Guests can refill potable ice and drinking water for free at the ice dispenser located in front of Room 16 on every floor. • Condo Wing: Guests can refill potable ice and drinking water for free at the ice dispenser located in front of Room 61 on every floor. • Please bring the mini ice bucket provided in your room. • Available for use 24 hours a day.
Microwave	• A microwave is available for free use inside the Seven-Eleven convenience store on B1. (You may use it even if you do not purchase anything) • Available for use 24 hours a day.
Fitness center	• Located on the 2nd floor, open from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. • Workout clothes, socks, and athletic shoes are not provided, so please bring your own and change in your room before use. • Guests may use the towels and water dispensers free of charge.
Self-service Laundry	• Located on B1, open 24 hours. • Credit-card payment only. • Washing machines and dryers are available.
Smoking Areas	• East Side: Exit through the door next to the Seven-Eleven on B1, turn left, and use the smoking booth at the bottom of the stairs. • West Side: Use the smoking booth located across the street from the Convention entrance on the 1st floor.

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Infinity Pool Access Guide

Photo of the infinity pool at Lotte Resort Sokcho (Image source: Official Lotte Resorts website)

Category	Usage Information
Infinity Pool Location	• Basement 1 (B1) • Access via the Water Park ticket counter on Basement 2 (B2)
Operating Hours	10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Admission / Fees	• Adult: 22,000 KRW • Child: 11,000 KRW • Guests can access once per night per room based on the standard occupancy during their stay for free. • Additional guests beyond the standard occupancy are charged separately. • A 10% discount applies to additional guest fees.
Rental Fees	• Sunbed Set: 10,000 KRW (includes 2 sunbeds, 1 umbrella, and 1 beach towel) • Life Jacket: 7,000 KRW each (no deposit required) • Puddle Jumper (Children’s Safety Vest): 3,000 KRW each (Deposit 2,000 KRW; deposit refunded upon return with beach towel) • Beach Towel: 5,000 KRW each (Deposit 5,000 KRW; deposit refunded upon return) • Aqua Shoes: 6,000 KRW per pair (For sale, not rental; you can take them home after use)
Usage Rules	• Swimsuit and swim cap are mandatory. • Aqua shoes must be worn; can be purchased at the Water Park ticket counter for 6,000 KRW per pair. • Intoxicated guests are not permitted. • Outside food is prohibited. • Entry may be denied for tattoos that could cause discomfort to others. • Clothing with religious or racial discrimination messages is not allowed. • Excessive use of photography equipment is restricted. • Large floats, fins, or other oversized swimming equipment are restricted.

The Infinity Pool is located on the B1 level, but access is only possible through the Water Park ticket counter on B2. All resort guests, whether staying in the Hotel Wing or the Condo Wing, can enter the Infinity Pool for free. Each room is entitled to one free entry per night based on its standard occupancy. For example, if a room’s standard occupancy is 4 and a total of 8 guests stay after paying extra, 4 guests can use the pool for free, while the remaining 4 must pay the entrance fee with a 10% discount.

The one free entry per night is valid even on the checkout day and after checkout. With changing rooms, shower booths, and dryers available, using the pool post-checkout is convenient.

Free guest access is limited to the Infinity Pool only; Water Park facilities are not included. The Infinity Pool is an outdoor heated pool by default, but it will not operate during severe winter weather for safety reasons. Pool hours, operation periods, and fees are subject to change at the resort’s discretion.

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Check-In Guide

tvN drama Encounter Episode 8 filming location: Lotte Resort Sokcho, 1st floor lobby front desk, check-in scene capture. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

1. Location of Check-In: Check-in is handled at the front desk located inside the first-floor lobby. Because this is a large resort property with a high room count, the front desk is almost always busy with guests waiting to check in.
• Note: You can start picking up a check-in queue ticket on-site from 10:00 a.m. Self check-in opens at 2:50 p.m., and in-person check-in at the front desk begins exactly at 3:00 p.m. To avoid a long wait, it’s best to either arrive early to secure your queue ticket first or come later and check in at a more relaxed pace.

2. Check-In Time: Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

3. Required Documents: Present a valid photo ID (passport for international guests) and your reservation confirmation.

4. Assignment: Rooms are typically assigned by the front desk based on your reservation type, check-in time, and guest preferences (e.g., high floor, city view, non-smoking).
• Note: Once your room is assigned, the front desk will carefully review your printed reservation details, including guest information, room type, stay dates, and any packages or promotions applied. You will also receive guidance on hotel policies and procedures and be asked to sign a consent form confirming your agreement to the hotel’s terms of stay and its 100% non-smoking room policy. Occasionally, temporary inconveniences may occur due to events, filming, or maintenance, so to avoid or minimize any disruption during your stay, it is recommended to listen carefully to the front desk staff’s instructions and follow their guidance.

5. Parking Registration:
• Guests with vehicles can register 1 car per room for free parking during their stay.
• Show your license plate number to the front desk upon check-in.
• Note: The hotel does not provide alternative parking if the underground lot is full.

6. Signing the consent form: After signing the consent form, you proceed with payment for the room. You can pay using the credit or debit card you provided earlier, a different card, a company or corporate card for business purposes, or cash. Regardless of the payment method, a receipt will always be issued. Once payment is complete, your passport and credit/debit card will be returned to you.
• If you’ve already prepaid through a third-party app such as Agoda, HotelsCombined, or Hotels.com, you can receive your room key immediately upon signing the consent form.

7. Key Collection: Receive your room key card after completing the check-in process.

8. Requesting in-room amenities: If you have additional requests such as setting up a humidifier, installing an air purifier, arranging a baby crib, or attaching a baby guard (bed rail), make sure to request them with the front desk staff during the check-in process.
• If you didn’t mention certain requests during check-in, you can use the in-room phone to dial 0 and make your request over the call. However, please note that if the requested items are out of stock at that time, they may not be available for delivery or installation.

9. Additional Services:
• The 9th floor lobby also features a business corner, fitness center, self-laundry, and lounge seating for relaxation.
• Staff can assist with concierge requests, local directions, or hotel facility guidance.

💡 Pro Tip: After completing check-in, you can take the elevator to your room. When tagging your key card, make sure to use only one card at a time—if multiple cards are stacked together in the card holder, the scanner may not recognize them properly. Also, note that RFID-issued key cards can occasionally malfunction if stored together with your smartphone. In such cases, simply visit the front desk to request a reissue of your key card.

Lotte Resort Sokcho: Check-Out Guide

tvN drama Encounter Episode 8 filming location: Lotte Resort Sokcho, 1st floor lobby front desk, check-out scene capture. (Image source: Encounter Official YouTube)

1. Check-In Time: The official check-out time at 11:00 a.m. sharp
• This time doesn’t mean you have to be out of the room exactly at 11, but rather that you must reach the front desk by then to complete the check-out process — returning your room key card and formally notifying the hotel of your departure.

2. Late Check-Out Policy: The late check-out policy is as follows: a 30% surcharge of the regular room rate applies for check-outs until 3:00 PM, 50% for check-outs until 5:00 PM, and 100% for check-outs after 5:00 PM.
• Advance reservation is required, and same-day requests may not be available depending on room occupancy.

3. Location of Check-Out: Check-Out is handled at the front desk located inside the first-floor lobby.

4. Check for any additional charges:
• Check-out involves clearing all personal belongings from the room and proceeding to the front desk on the 1st floor to return the room key(s) initially issued, along with any other rented items. If there are any additional charges, payment is settled at this time.
• Return your key card to the front desk staff, who will verify your room number and confirm any additional charges such as minibar use, restaurant bills, or late check-out fees.
• If your stay was prepaid through third-party platforms like Agoda, Hotels.com, or Booking.com, the staff will simply confirm your reservation details without any additional payment required. For bookings made directly through the LOTTE Hotels website or on-site, any remaining balance can be settled by credit card, corporate card, or cash, with a printed receipt provided for your records.

5. Self Check-Out: There’s a self-checkout kiosk located in front of the front desk on the first floor. Simply insert your room keycard, and the checkout will be completed automatically. Using the kiosk is significantly faster and more convenient than going through the traditional checkout process at the front desk.

6. Luggage Storage Service: There are storage lockers available in the first-floor lobby, and guests can use them free of charge until midnight on the day of checkout. After 12:00 a.m., a usage fee will be applied, so plan accordingly.

💡 Pro Tip: Weekends and Mondays tend to be peak check-out times (especially between 10:00 AM and 11:00 PM). To avoid long elevator waits and front desk lines, plan to check out a little earlier—around 09:30 AM—for a smoother departure.

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