Hotel Dengan Pools di Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea

The hotel is located quite far from Namhae. The landscaping, including the walking path and streets, is excellent, but the hotel itself lacks facilities, so it may be boring. However, the view, the atmosphere of the room, and the room condition are all excellent, so I think it was a very satisfying trip. It seems to be a good place to stay for a trip to Namhae rather than a trip just to visit the hotel.

This property has a theme park on site which makes it a typical choice for family with kids. The room is big but wear and tear is obvious, it is stripped of any usual toiletries and coffee/tea bags which are usually common for 4* properties. The only option is to purchase at the mart downstairs or have your meals at restaurants on site. The restaurants on site like many theme park hotels are overpriced. It makes one feel bad for families where its either cook or have to pay exorbitant prices. Maybe they should at least keep up to 4* property's room conveniences to justify its 4*. For breakfast it is possible to grab some bread from the hotel's Italian lounge or Starbucks, they are at about the same price point.

We have stayed here multiple times since 2010, back when the property was managed as apartments by COENS. It remains excellent value for money, offering great amenities for families, including an indoor children’s play area, BBQ facilities, outdoor seating, and a pool. The main drawback is that the apartments are showing their age and would benefit from refurbishment to restore them to their former standard. In terms of location, it is about a 10-minute drive to Okpo or a 30-plus-minute walk. There are no restaurants in the immediate area, and the return walk involves a very steep hill. If you plan to head into town for dinner or drinks, it is best to drive or take a taxi.

Plus: There was no holiday season when I stayed at the hotel, which made the experience very relaxing and enjoyable. The swimming pool, which is open from 09:00 to 20:00, was available only for me. I highly recommend the 5 PM boat tour—it was one of the best experiences in Tongyeong. The staff is very kind. The room with a balcony overlooking the sea is fantastic. Minus: There was only one restaurant offering grilled dishes for dinner. I didn’t have a chance to eat breakfast at the hotel, as they exceptionally did not offer breakfast during my stay. The hotel is located far from the city center, main harbor, and sightseeing spots. Take a taxi if you don’t have your own car.

The cleanliness was good when I entered the room. The location of the hostel was right in front of the beach, so it was good to take a morning walk. I didn't think it was uncomfortable that the bathroom had to open the middle door and go out. However, there was no coffee pot in the lobby or room on the floor, so it was a little annoying to go down and up to use the water purifier at the entrance on the first floor.

The separate reception and accommodation buildings were a bit inconvenient, especially in the cold winter. Having the annex bath in the reception building meant walking past guests checking in or dining, which made me wonder why the resort was designed with such a layout. The dinner, which I had high expectations for based on reviews, didn't quite meet them. Although the menu suggested a course meal, all the dishes were served at once. The sashimi was enjoyable even cold, but the steak that followed was completely cold, which was really disappointing. It seemed the delay in serving the steak was due to the staff attending to new check-ins, but I would have expected them to at least check the food temperature. Even the dessert sherbet was so frozen I had to chip away at it instead of scooping it smoothly. This was supposed to be a gourmet and relaxing trip with my mom. Overall, I was satisfied, but these small details were a letdown, as true satisfaction often comes from the details. The incense and tea, however, were excellent.

The resort is newly built, so it was clean, but there wasn't anything particularly special about it. We enjoyed the Jjakkak Island Kids Cafe inside and visited Lotte Water Park right next door. There is a park in front with a well-equipped toddler playground, and the outlet mall is within walking distance, which we also enjoyed. Gaya Land is nearby, so we had a great time for the day.

I recently stayed at the Stanford Hotel in Tongyeong, and it was nice. The location is perfect, offering stunning views of the ocean and easy access to local attractions. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed, providing a comfortable stay. The rooftop pool was heated, making it possible to swim with my 7-year-old during December. It was a fantastic experience!

Location is a little remote but the views are incredible. The hot tub in the unit was amazing and the rooms were comfortable and clean. I would only suggest that the living space would’ve been more comfortable if there was seating available other than the dining table. Overall a relaxing stay.

I really enjoyed my stay in hotel seven, great location, walkable distance from attractions and lots of meat around to eat! Super accommodating, they let me store my luggage before check in time which was nice! Also a late check out time is great!