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title: "James Blue Hostel, Sokcho-si: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "James Blue Hostel in Sokcho-si: rated 9.1 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Guesthouse · ★★
# James Blue Hostel

Sokcho, Sokcho-si, South Korea

9.1 ·  Excellent 533 reviews ·  #18 #18 of 188 in Sokcho-si ·  7.6 Location score
## About James Blue Hostel

James Blue Hostel is a guesthouse in Sokcho, Sokcho-si, South Korea. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 533 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast. It is 1.2 km from the centre of Sokcho-si. The nearest beach is 290 m away. The nearest airport, Yangyang International Airport (YNY), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 17

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 17

192-5, Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

## How James Blue Hostel scores

Better rated than 92% of hotels in Sokcho-si

-   Guest rating **9.1**
-   Location **7.6**
-   Beach access **9.4**

Sokcho-si average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Luggage storage

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **60**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **71**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">청호해수욕장</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">290 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Yangyang International Airport (YNY)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sokcho-si</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">19 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Museum X1.2 km
-   속초 청초호 칠성조선소1.3 km
-   석봉도자기미술관1.4 km

## James Blue Hostel: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Discovering Sokcho-si becomes even more accessible, thanks to the car hire amenities provided at the hotel. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service and luggage storage provided by the front desk services. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator. James Blue Hostel offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at James Blue Hostel. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site.

### Compare

## Compare James Blue Hostel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about James Blue Hostel

### How do guests rate James Blue Hostel?

James Blue Hostel has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 533 reviews, which is better than 92% of rated hotels in Sokcho-si.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at James Blue Hostel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does James Blue Hostel include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at James Blue Hostel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is James Blue Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Yangyang International Airport (YNY), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### Is James Blue Hostel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 290 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does James Blue Hostel have?

James Blue Hostel has 17 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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