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Nami Island Hotels: Where to Stay On and Near the Island
Nami Island hotels come down to one choice on the island and several bases on the mainland. Hotel Jeonggwanru is the only Nami Island hotel, with over 40 rooms in the main building plus Condo Villa and Tutu Villa stays, and room rates run KRW 148,000 to KRW 440,000 depending on the type. If you want to wake up on the island, this is it. If not, Gapyeong town near the ferry wharf is the best base, because the ferry to the island leaves from there. For the day itself, see our nami island tours and tickets.
Quick answer The short answer on where to stay
There is one Nami Island hotel, Hotel Jeonggwanru, with over 40 rooms and rates from KRW 148,000. It sits a 15 to 25 minute walk from the main pier, and a shuttle van meets arriving guests. To stay nearby instead, base yourself in Gapyeong, where the ferry departs.
Key takeaways
- Check how to get to Nami Island from Seoul before you pick a base.
- See Nami Island ferry times so your hotel arrival lines up with the boat.
- Weigh an overnight against a Nami Island day trip.
- Compare costs first in how much does Nami Island cost.
Where should you stay for Nami Island?
Stay at Hotel Jeonggwanru on the island for the empty evening paths, or stay in Gapyeong town near the ferry wharf if you want more choice and easier logistics.
The ferry leaves from Gapyeong Wharf, not from Chuncheon, even though the island belongs to Chuncheon. That makes Gapyeong the practical base for early starts. Here is how the options compare. For dinner on the island, see Nami Island restaurants.
Chuncheon, the nearest city to Nami Island, seen from above. Photo: 최광모 (Choe Kwangmo), CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Areas compared
There is no land route to the island, so every stay ends with a ferry or motorboat crossing of about 5 minutes. Pick your base by how much you want that crossing to shape your day.
| Base | Who it suits | Travel to the island |
|---|---|---|
| Nami Island itself | Couples and anyone who wants dawn and dusk on empty paths | You are already there, no crossing needed |
| Gapyeong town | Most travellers, early starts, families | About 20 minutes on foot from Gapyeong Station to the wharf, or about 5 minutes by No. 10-4 bus or taxi |
| Chuncheon | Rail bike fans and dakgalbi eaters | About 20 minutes by ITX-Cheongchun or about 28 minutes by Gyeongchun Line to Gapyeong, then to the wharf |
| Seoul | One-day visitors only | ITX-Cheongchun from Cheongnyangni takes about 42 minutes to Gapyeong, or a direct shuttle bus |
Booking Jeonggwanru
Reservations open 3 months ahead and you can call +82 31 580 8000. Check-in is 3:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am.
In your navigation, use the wharf address 1024 Bukhangangbyeon-ro, Gapyeong-eup. A Chuncheon search leads to a wrong road, because no road reaches the island.
| Accommodation | Price |
|---|---|
| Main building rooms, floors 1 to 2 | KRW 148,000 |
| Main building rooms, floor 3 | KRW 168,000 |
| Main building suite | KRW 238,000 |
| Atelier houses | KRW 200,000 |
| 2+2 cottages | KRW 180,000 |
| Bungalows, 4 to 10 guests | KRW 280,000 to KRW 440,000 |
Sources: Nami Island, Nami Island.
Map: Where to Stay On and Near Nami Island
Hotel Jeonggwanru is the only hotel on the island. Gapyeong town and Jara Island sit next to the wharf, Gangchon and Chuncheon lie up the ITX line, and Cheongpyeong is by the lake to the southwest.
- 1 Hotel JeonggwanruThe island hotel, for a night after the day crowds leave.
- 2 Gapyeong WharfFerries to Nami Island run 08:00 to 21:00, about 5 minutes across. Buy the island ticket here.
- 3 Gapyeong StationAbout 1.5 km from the wharf: 20 minutes on foot, 5 by bus 10-4 or taxi.
- 4 Jaraseom Auto CampgroundCamping and caravans on Jara Island, a short drive from the wharf.
- 5 Gangchon StationRiverside pensions and the Gangchon rail bike.
- 6 Chuncheon StationITX-Cheongchun stop. Chuncheon to Gapyeong takes about 20 minutes.
- 7 Cheongpyeong StationLake stays near Petite France.
Numbers match the pins on the map.
Coordinates: OpenStreetMap. Straight lines join places, they are not the road.
Which room type should you book at Hotel Jeonggwanru?
Book a Double, Ondol or Twin room in the Jeonggwanjae main building for the standard stay, or pick Condo Villa or Tutu Villa for more privacy.
The hotel splits into the main building and separate villa-style accommodations. Room rates run from KRW 148,000 to KRW 440,000 depending on the type, day and season.
Red and orange maples over the lakeside lawn on Nami Island in November. Photo: Katsujiro Maekawa, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
What the rooms are like
Rooms in the main building have balconies, books instead of TVs and a complimentary minibar. Staff speak good English. Over 40 rooms fill the main building, with the Condo Villa and Tutu Villa options apart from it.
Source: Nami Island.
How does Hotel Jeonggwanru work in practice?
The hotel runs a 16-seater shuttle van from the main pier, check-in is fixed at 3 PM, breakfast is optional from 8:30 AM and guests get a 20 percent bike rental discount voucher.
Small details decide whether the island stay feels easy. These are the ones guests mention most.
An arched bridge and a swan pedal boat on the river in Chuncheon. Photo: Mark Zastrow, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Getting there and getting around
The hotel is a 15 to 25 minute walk from Nami Island's main pier, and a 16-seater shuttle van meets the pier, with drop-off on checkout. Guests can leave and re-enter the island during their stay with an exit pass issued at the main building front desk.
| Extra | Cost |
|---|---|
| Breakfast, optional | Around KRW 10,000 to KRW 15,000 |
| Pool for guests | KRW 12,000, not open daily |
| Bike rental discount | 20 percent off with the voucher |
| Convenience store | Free to use, open 24 hours, unmanned |
Food and evening reality
Breakfast is served from 8:30 AM if you want it, and the restaurant closes early in the evening according to guest reviews. A 24-hour unmanned convenience store near the hotel covers late needs. Plan ahead: most shops on the island start closing after 5 PM.
For daytime snacking, Sonata Cafe in front of Metasequoia Lane sells Nami Island Sweet Rice Ssiat Hotteok and ice flake sundaes on a take-away basis.
Is Nami Island really worth it for an overnight stay?
An overnight is worth it if the empty evening and early morning walks are the point of your trip, and less worth it if you only want the lanes and photo spots.
Guests cite the empty evening and early morning walks as the main reason to stay overnight. Against that, most island shops start closing after 5 PM, so nights are quiet by design.
Who should stay overnight
Stay on the island if you want the lanes to yourself, if you are travelling as a couple, or if you want an early start before day visitors arrive. Stay in Gapyeong or do a day trip if you want restaurants, shops and cheaper beds. If you decide on a single day, a guided option such as the Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm tour from Seoul covers the island in 10 to 12 hours for $54 per person.
How long should I stay in Nami Island?
One full day is enough for most visitors, and an overnight only makes sense if the quiet evening and morning are what you came for.
The island is open 08:00 to 21:00, 365 days a year, so a long day covers the main lanes with time to spare. Plan more time only if you want the slow version.
Metasequoia Lane on Nami Island after snowfall.
Filling the time
Named lanes include Metasequoia Lane, Central Korean Pine Tree Lane, Songpa Gingko Tree Lane at about 100 m, Cherry Tree Lane, Tulip Tree Lane at about 300 m and Reed Woods Lane. The island became Korea's largest private garden in 2024, with a Garden Map covering 27 gardens. Add bikes from the Bike Center or the 20-minute Story Tour Bus if you want to move faster.
| Plan | Best for |
|---|---|
| Half day | Main lanes and photos |
| Full day | Lanes, gardens, bikes and a cafe stop |
| Overnight | Empty paths at dawn and dusk, no crowds |
Source: Korea Tourism Organization.
Tours That Fit
If you decide a day trip beats an overnight, these guided options cover the island from Seoul.
Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Tour from Seoul, Rail Bike Optional
The classic Gapyeong day: three and a half free hours on Nami, the Garden of Morning Calm and an optional rail bike ride. Nami and garden tickets are in the price.
- Category
- Nami and the Garden of Morning Calm
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation 24h
- Operator
- TOURSTORY Korea
Nami Island, Petite France and Italian Village and Garden of Morning Calm Tour
Nami Island, the French and Italian theme villages at Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm in one day, with all three tickets in the price.
- Category
- Nami and Petite France
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation 24h
- Operator
- TOURSTORY Korea
Seoul to Nami Island Round-Trip Shuttle Bus
Just the bus: a round trip from central Seoul to the Nami Island wharf, no guide and no ticket. The cheapest way there without changing trains.
- Category
- Shuttle bus only
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation 24h
- Operator
- TOURSTORY Korea
What do guests say about Hotel Jeonggwanru?
Guests score the hotel 9.4 for cleanliness and 9.4 for location, and complain about soundproofing, hard beds and the early evening closure of the restaurant.
The scores are strong where it matters for a hotel on an island. The complaints are worth knowing before you book.
A street in the centre of Gapyeong town. Photo: hyolee2, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Scores and complaints
Cleanliness scores 9.4, location 9.4, service 9.0 and amenities 8.5. On the negative side, guests mention thin soundproofing, hard beds and a restaurant that shuts early in the evening. With shops on the island closing after 5 PM too, bring what you need for the night.
Where to stay near Nami Island?
Beyond the one island hotel, the useful bases are Gapyeong town next to the wharf, Chuncheon up the ITX line, riverside Gangchon and Cheongpyeong by the lake. Each card opens a live search of stays in that area.
Gapyeong town
- To Gapyeong Wharf
- 1.5 km from Gapyeong Station, 5 minutes by bus 10-4 or taxi
- Suits
- Car-free trips and the first ferry at 08:00
Chuncheon
- To Gapyeong Wharf
- About 20 minutes by ITX to Gapyeong, then the bus or taxi
- Suits
- City hotels and dinner on Dakgalbi Street
Gangchon
- Suits
- Riverside pensions and the Gangchon rail bike
Cheongpyeong
- Suits
- Lake stays near Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm
Searches open on Booking.com through Stay22. Rates change by date, so compare the live price before you book.
How do you reach the island as a hotel guest?
Take the ferry, the motorboat or the zip wire, because those are the only three ways onto the island.
Regular ferries run every 30 minutes from 08:00 to 09:00, every 10 to 20 minutes from 09:00 to 18:00 and every 30 minutes until 21:00, and the crossing takes about 5 minutes. Regular admission with the round-trip ferry is KRW 19,000 per adult.
Crossing options
The first ferry to the island leaves at 08:00 and the last at 21:00. The motorboat runs 09:00 to 18:00 seasonally, about April to November, and costs KRW 10,000 per person to Nami Wharf from Gapyeong Wharf, with the island ticket bought separately. The zip wire drops about 1 km from an 80 m tower and includes the return ferry and island admission.
From Seoul, ITX-Cheongchun from Yongsan takes about 60 minutes to Gapyeong Station, then the wharf is about 1.5 km away, a 20-minute walk or 5 minutes by No. 10-4 bus or taxi. Read the full route in how to get to Nami Island from Seoul. Prices are per person unless marked per boat, and the motorboat price excludes the island admission ticket.
| Crossing | Price |
|---|---|
| Regular ferry round trip, adult | KRW 19,000 |
| Motorboat to Nami Wharf, one way | KRW 10,000 per person |
| Motorboat to Meta Wharf, one way | KRW 15,000 per person |
Sources: Nami Island, Nami Island, Nami Island, Nami Island.
Nami Island Hotels FAQ
Does Nami Island Hotel Jeonggwanru serve breakfast?
Yes, breakfast is optional and served from 8:30 AM, priced around KRW 10,000 to KRW 15,000. See more in the Nami Island ferry guide for arrival timing before breakfast.
Does Nami Island Hotel Jeonggwanru have a pool?
Yes, the pool costs KRW 12,000 for guests and is not open daily, so check availability with the hotel when you book.
Does Nami Island Hotel Jeonggwanru have a restaurant?
Yes, but guests report it closes early in the evening, and most island shops start closing after 5 PM, so plan dinner accordingly.
Are pets allowed at Nami Island Hotel Jeonggwanru?
Yes, the hotel offers pet-friendly options, and hotel pet rooms accept dogs under 10 kg. Leashed dogs under 20 kg may enter the island, and the free Together Park dog playground is open 10:00 to 17:00 for dogs under 15 kg.
Does Nami Island Hotel Jeonggwanru offer airport transfer services?
Not stated. The hotel offers a 16-seater shuttle van from Nami Island's main pier, with drop-off on checkout, and no airport transfer appears in its published information.
Which K-drama was filmed in Nami Island?
The 2001 KBS drama Winter Sonata was shot on the island, and it drew a wave of Asian tourists. Read more in why is Nami Island so famous.
Why is Nami Island so famous?
Winter Sonata filmed there, and the island now draws nearly 2 million visitors a year, over 700,000 of them foreign from 122 countries.
Is Nami Island really worth it?
Yes, for most visitors one full day is worth it, and an overnight at Jeonggwanru adds empty evening and morning walks that day trippers never see. Decide the trade-off in is Nami Island worth visiting.
More Guides
- How Long to Spend in Nami Island?
Plan 2027 right: 3 to 4 hours on Nami Island, a 10 to 12 hour day from Seoul. See time budgets, ferry times and sample plans.
- Nami Island Ferry: Times, Ticket and How the Crossing Works
Nami Island ferry in 2027: boats run 08:00 to 21:00 and cross in about 5 minutes. See the timetable, ticket types and how to reach the pier.
- How Much Does Nami Island Cost?
Nami Island costs 19,000 KRW for adults with ferry included, open 08:00 to 21:00. See full 2027 prices, extras and day trip budgets.