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Reviews of The Island Blue Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

3, Taepyeong-ro 431beon-gil, Seogwipo City, 63595 Seogwipo, South Korea

#127 of 174 hotels in Seogwipo

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 55 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    8.0
    The hotel is value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Royal Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed and pillow are hard to sleep in. Pillow is too flat and mattress very bouncy

    The size of thevroom

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2025

    7.0
    Good location and affordable price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Island Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not enough parking places, staff speaks poor English. Facilities are very poor. Time for renovation.

    Very good location.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2025

    7.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Island Twin Ocean
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Clean and affordable. People mentioned to towel situation. They do give many face towels so this was not an issue for me, but it is indeed strange not to have big towels. Room was clean, staff was great. A bit far from the bus station. Close to a great bbq place

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2025

    7.0
    Good for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Ocean
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was extremely average, bathroom door didnt have a lock, there was no bigger towels(asked the reception and they said that there isnt any), hotel was a bit dated. If I had paid the original, non-discounted price of 450€, I would have felt ripped off

    The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, the view was nice,location was good, the room was clean. I paid 150€ for 2 nights for two people (incl. breakfast) and I thinke the price was alright.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is amazing! Short walk to local cafes, restaurants and also Olle Market

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2024

    8.0
    Great Location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Ocean
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathing towel was not available.

    It oversee the harbour.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Island Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed wasn't my preferred comfort, but was still able to get a rested night's sleep.

    Location was wonderful, with many Seogwipo attractions nearby. Staff was kind and helpful. Amenities in the room were fantastic, I wish I stayed longer to be able to use them.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No bath towel provided

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Huge and Nice Room, within walking distance to Olie Market, many shops and restaurants around, Suitable for family to long stay

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    It’s a good option for family and group.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Family Suite - Cooking Allowed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only small towels provided. (Would be nice to have a few large towels) Parking lot outdoor is not available. Have to use elevator to park the car.

    We like the space of the room, and it comes with kitchenette so we can heat up food or do light cooking. Location is strategically located in the heart of Seogwipo. Walking distance to Olleh Everyday Market (about 7 - 10 mins).

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Overall very comfortable stay. love that the room is spacious and toilet is a separate room from shower room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shampoo & Body Bath does not lather well.

    Room is big and spacious. Comfortable bed. Has a long sofa to rest to watch TV. Toilet is a separate room from the shower room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    8.0
    Great view and location, good service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think they can consider asking the staff to park the cars instead. Staff was annoyed at me driving slowly into the elevator as I was unfamiliar.

    I liked the view facing the sea The counter staff was very friendly. I am also impressed by the counter staff on duty, he was able to fulfil my request though the water tank broke, bringing him great stress. The garden and tree around and nearby the hotel were very beautiful. The street and the market nearby was full of interesting shops with dessert,soft toys and food.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2023

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay despite the bad weather.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no waiting area for drop-off and pick-up. The entry for CU is not user friendly to foreigner, ie it does not accept foreign credit card. The instructions for washer & dryer should include English.

    Room is big and spacious. The day shift staffs (reception & restaurant) are friendly and helpful. Breakfast offers good variety and is value for money. Walking distance to Seowipo Olle Market.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2023

    7.0
    save for the “dislikes “ part, quite a pleasant stay as room was spacious & comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Premier Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    not much human interaction as it’s automated self checked-in hard to get information from reception as most times it was un-manned calling house-keeping at night can be frustrating too as no one seem to pick up calls

    for the location as its within Walking distance to 1) Seogwipo Olle market but the up-slope walk from hotel towards market can be challenging for seniors ; 2) Lee Jung Seop Art street; and 3) also a short drive to Cheonjiyeon & Jeongbang waterfalls

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    9.0
    Great location, clean and comfortable room!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Family Suite - Cooking Allowed
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was good!

    The location of the hotel was near to numerous restaurants, main town market and shopping streets. For those who self-drive, there is a basement parking system too. Also very happy with the washing machines and dryers available on-site.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Ocean
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They only offer hand towels in the bathroom. Still OK to dry with but just takes a bit longer !

    Great views, big room, nice location.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2023

    8.0
    Good place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hill to walk up everyday!

    Good location near market

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2023

    7.0
    the suite was great for a family of 5
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Royal Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good central location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2023

    8.0
    Family friendly hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Royal Family Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Limited Carpark lot.

    Location and family friendly hotel.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Island Double Ocean
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had only one pillow and it was way too soft.

    Clean, excellent location, check in n out was straight forward. The room was very spacious, lots of parking, nice shower and toilet.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    6.0
    Best deal with nice view and great room space
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Island Twin Ocean
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    1) There were no bath towels only face towels but thankfully it’s changed daily. 2) Didn’t like the musty smell in the lobby area. 3) Unable to change the TV volume.

    1) Service team were responsive and helpful. 2) Nice view with great living and dining area. 3) Sufficient indoor and outdoor parking spaces.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    5.0
    Good location in Seogwipo but rooms were run down.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The towel situation (no bath towels), only a handful of crustacean smelling hand towels provided.

    The room was very spacious however it was quite run down (especially the flooring and bathrooms) and had that strong musty smell. Awesome location and short stroll to Olle Market and other eateries. We booked this place for the location, room size and the coin laundry in the lobby which proved to be very handy!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2024

    6.0
    Big room with no towels….
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Island Double Ocean
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NO TOWELS - hotel only provided small hand towels despite saying they had towels in the facilities section. The carpet was also dirty and the AC was broken.

    The room was huge!! We had a cute little ocean view too!! Parking garage was very useful!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 23, 2024

    1.0
    The worst
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Island Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Everything 1. The rooms were far from clean. The floor was covered in dust, the mirrors were stained, and there was hair on the bed sheets, clearly from a previous guest. They don't change the sheets regularly, and when I requested fresh ones because I have a baby and need to maintain hygiene, the staff member said she had to check if it was the scheduled day for changing sheets. We waited about 15 minutes while she consulted her boss. There were no cleaning supplies available either. The staff didn't clean the floors, and when we asked for something to clean or dry the wet floor, the reception told us they don't offer any such items. Instead, they suggested we use the towels meant for drying guests' bodies to clean the floor! We ended up buying cleaning supplies ourselves to deal with the dust. To top it off, we saw another family with a baby also complaining about the lack of hygiene, showing the staff a dust-covered tissue and asking to early check out. 2. You can't cook or have a BBQ at this hotel, despite misleading photos on their website. There is an induction stove in the room, but when you arrive, there's a sign above it saying you're not allowed to use it. There are no kitchen utensils or pans provided either. In the site's Q&A section, someone asked if they could cook, and the hotel replied, "The room you reserved can be cooked in, and the cooking utensils are provided." This is completely false. They allow cooking to some rooms and dont allow to others. 3. The hotel also falsely advertises a BBQ area. When I asked about it, the receptionist simply said, "You can't use it," with no explanation. When I pressed further, she said you would have to reserve the entire rooftop for ₩350,000 (about $300) just to BBQ your own food. Who in the world does that? Additionally, almost everything is locked.

    It was the worst accommodation I have ever stayed in, despite my high expectations. I ended up checking out two days early because I couldn’t bear to stay any longer. Although I had booked two rooms for my family, we left early, resulting in a total loss of 4 non-refundable days.

    Stayed in September 2024

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