This motel is well kept, has friendly staff and the upper rooms are light and airy. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Sorry to spoil the illusion, but the bright balcony flowers are not real, although they do add to the hotel's continental European feel and style. Although the rooms are nothing special, it is a real hotel with no hint of a love motel, and the lobby has email access. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Kevin speaks English and runs Seogwipo's best budget option. Smart computers are free for guests, cyclists can keep their bikes in the lobby bicycle rack, and you can buy fresh fish or seafood in the covered market and cook it in the communal kitchen. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

There's nothing Italian here, but the standard motel rooms are pleasant enough and some have sea views. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Three cheers for a rare-as-hens'-teeth genuine boutique hotel with a dramatic adobe design, full of organic curves and African art. The five eclectic room styles all share the striking combo of barn doors and gold taps. Dream of lion safaris in the African rooms that have four-po… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

An overall design of muted colours and pastels pervades this calm and soothing luxury hotel that has a trout farm in the garden. Add around 50,000 for ocean views and another 20% at weekends. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A classy new midcity motel with a hard-to-miss metal-and-chequerboard exterior. Rooms have a computer and Jacuzzi bath, but don't try to use both at the same time. A room with a sea view is extra even if it's too misty to see the sea. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A reasonable option if you're into retro and hanker for these midrange tourist hotels that resemble a grand dame somewhat past her prime but still retaining an air of faded gentility. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Simple but well-kept rooms are more cheerful and welcoming than others at this price, and the ones on the 4th floor (no lift), such as room 405, have sea views. Full Lonely Planet Review ›