SEAMARQ Hotel

I stayed at Seamarq Hotel in Gangneung, and I can confidently say that the ocean view was one of the best I’ve ever seen. The hotel is located right by the beach, offering breathtaking scenery from every angle. In the morning, I enjoyed a peaceful walk along the beach, and in the afternoon, I took a relaxing stroll around Gangneung Lake, which is just behind the hotel. The price is on the higher side, but if you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, and quiet place to relax, I highly recommend this hotel. It’s the perfect getaway to unwind and enjoy nature’s beauty!!

The ocean view from the room is so beautiful. The hotel breakfast was absolutely superb! Infinity pool is smaller than I thought

One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. Exquisite Richard Meier architecture, incredible views of the East Sea, gorgeous pool, delicious food, live music in the lobby in the evenings. Highly recommended.

Gangneung, the host city of the 2018 Winter Olympics, is beautifully situated at the meeting point of serene lakes, the expansive sea, and the layered peaks of the Daegwallyeong mountain range. Among its accommodations, the Seamarq Hotel stands as the pinnacle of luxury, owned by the Hyundai Group and frequented by many of its employees. It is said that the founder of Hyundai often held employee workshops at this hotel, formerly known as the Hyundai Hotel.||||We booked a Corner Suite, which was exceptionally spacious and stunning. The balcony offered an unparalleled view that captured the lake, the sea, and the Daegwallyeong mountain range all at once. The exquisite architecture by Richard Meier was breathtaking, both during the day and under the night sky.||||Gangneung, known for its windy climate, features many water-inspired designs throughout the property that were particularly striking. Watching the water move in harmony with the wind was incredibly inspiring. In the evening, I participated in Moonlight Yoga, which was a serene and memorable experience. The sauna facilities were outstanding, complemented by an outdoor hot spring that added to the hotel’s charm.||||The Seamarq Hotel, with its exceptional design, amenities, and unique ambiance, has firmly secured its place as one of my favorite destinations.

Fabulous hotel! |We were given an amazing bedroom with a view of both the lake and the sea. The bed was extremely comfortable and we were so happy lying there after dark watching young people setting off pretty fireworks on the beach. |The supper buffet had a huge variety of dishes - we opted for Korean food which was delicious - and we were attended by charming and helpful staff. |We were fortunate to coincide with the blossom season and the walk round the lake beneath the flowering cherries was an unforgettable experience. |I highly recommend this hotel and we are looking forward to returning.

Beautiful architecture, amazing service, great view. But the food… was a huge disappointment. I was expecting a 5 star hotel meal, not a 29.99 dollar all you can eat meal. I know it is a buffet style dinner so you can’t really complain about the temperature or the freshness of food that much. But a lots of food were not seasoned properly, where simple things like soups and pasta being too sweet, too blend or too salty. Selection of desserts were good, in comparison to the food. Breakfast was much better than dinner as selection of bread was fresh and delicious, but the warm food section still had some unseasoned low quality food. Aside from the food, staffs at concierge desk and the fronts were all so sweet and gentle. We stayed in the gallery deluxe, which give access to view in 3 directions as well as a private balcony. Condition of the room was great, I could tell it was being maintained with care. The architecture is absolutely stunning and creates beautiful scenery with the nature. I would definitely go back for the view and spa. But next time I come back I would probably not get the complimentary meals with hotel.

If you're seeking an unforgettable holiday in Korea, you should give this place a go. It was designed by the world-famous architect Richard Meier, and every corner of the hotel is beautiful. My favourite room type would be the corner suite that features a stunning ocean view, a beautiful standalone hot tub with a phenomenal view of the East Sea, and a separate bedroom and living room. They have two dining venues; The Restaurant, which is the buffet restaurant, and The Chef's table, which offers some nice course meals.

I am leaving this review to help improve the customer service of the hotel and for future guests who may choose to stay here. When we left a review about an unpleasant experience at Simark Hotel, the hotel contacted us on our personal phone, mentioning legal review and suggesting the deletion of the review. (As we have already communicated via email and phone, they know our personal information, and since the issue was not properly addressed, I left the first review which is deleted at the moment, cause we were scared with their call at first) Even I was unable to talk when they gave me a call, so I said “I am unable to talk now”, then the response was, "Then just listen without saying anything. Feel free to record this conversation." I am leaving this review based on the recorded call and only mentioning the objective facts out of fear that this comment may also be subject to legal threats. I hope the hotel's customer service will improve to match the excellent facilities in the future.