Sokcho · South Korea
Where to Stay in Abai Village / Cheongho-dong, Sokcho
A small former refugee community on a canal island, reached by hand-pulled ferry. Known for its unique history and food alleys.
✦ The vibe
Quirky, nostalgic, photogenic, a bit worn around the edges
👤 Best for
Culture seekers, photographers, foodies wanting local dishes like abai sundae
🏨 Where to stay
Limited – mostly minbak (homestays) and a handful of budget motels; no big hotels
🚇 Getting around
Walkable within the village. A short taxi from Sokcho Beach or the bus terminal (10 min)
📍 Nearby
Abai Village, hand-pulled cable ferry
Best hotels in Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
8 hotels ranked by how close they are to Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
James BLuE Hostel
816 m from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
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944 m from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Story Guesthouse
988 m from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Rocustel
1.1 km from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Dollma Chelin
1.3 km from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Light Gueshouse
1.3 km from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Egg House
1.3 km from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
View intelligence briefing →Sokcho Beach B
1.5 km from Abai Village / Cheongho-dong
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