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The world’s first on-land cruise ship, this hotel takes all the joy of a cruise ship and combines it with the usefulness of staying in one place.

The sound of waves lapping at the hull is simulated, so you can imagine you are on a cruise.

The location is on a cliff at Jeongdongjin beach, renowned for having the best sunrise in Korea. The revolving bar and lounge on the top floor allow you the best sunrise and sunset view.

From the urban side of Jeongdongjin, the ship looks like it was run ashore. But in reality, it's perched off a high cliff.

The boat is 541 feet (165 meters) long, 148 feet (45 meters) high, and weighs an incredible 30,000 tons.

God knows how they got it up on the cliff in the first place… perhaps it was stranded up there like Noah’s Ark after the flood.

Jeongdongjin is a popular tourist destination thanks to its beautiful beaches and stunning sunrise/sunset views.

The hotel's grand entrance is along two pools, split like the Red Sea by Moses and decorated by statues on both sides.

The circular lounge's focus-point is a piano standing right in the center of the space.

You will be spoiled for a choice of things to do as there is a lounge, nightclub, karaoke bar, seawater pool, and two restaurants.

Your room is a nautical-themed condominium or hotel-style room and features a luxurious bed and entertainment center.

Check out the observation deck with its glass floor suspended above the crashing waves. It looks exactly how you imagine a luxury ocean cruiser to be.

The dolphin-shaped outdoor pool is dotted with sun loungers, and thanks to its elevated position, the panorama is amazing from here.

The ship is next to a park with a sculpture garden so you can wander through curios and beautiful flowers.

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A peculiar and insta-worthy seaside resort in Gangneung.

If I were to pick the most peculiar hotel experience in South Korea, Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht located at Jeongdongjin Beach (정동진 해수욕장) in Gangwon-do would be on the list. It is the world’s first on-land cruise ship — Yes, you read that right. It is a cruise ship built atop a cliff that is overlooking the magnificent East Sea of South Korea.

This beachside hotel & resort takes all the joy of a cruise ship and combines it with the convenience of an on-land seaside resort, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. We don’t know how exactly the engineers and architect managed to get the 30,000 tons ship up the cliff, some joke that it may be cast ashore like Noah’s Ark after the flood, but it is certainly an interesting sight especially when you’re at the Jeongdongjin Beach.

Looking for an interesting resort experience in Gangneung? Read on further!

The resort is located on a cliff along the pristine Jeongdongjin beach & Jeondongjin Train Station (전동진역), the train station closest to the ocean in the world. The beach is known as one of South Korea’s best sunrise spots, attracting thousands of sunrise spectators each year, especially on new year’s day.

I took an overnight Mugunghwa Train from Seoul’s Cheongnyangni station (청량리역) to Gangneung’s Jeongdongjin Station. What welcomes me at Jeongdongjin Train Station in the wee hours of the morning was this spectacular view below —

The resort was basking in the beautiful golden sunlight in the early morning. While the overnight train was tiring, the sight when we arrived at the beach was truly memorable.

The resort is located near Jeongdongjin beach which stretches over 250 meters with 3 swimming spots, it is also very near to the Jeongdongjin Railbike Station. Next to the hotel is Sandglass Park (모래시계공원) and Sculpture Park (정동진 조각공원) so you can wander through bushes of blossoming flowers in spring and autumn.

The Property

The resort has two ships that are specially built by the shipyards before moving to the seaside – the older “Sun Cruise” is 165 metres long, and 45 metres high. It has a bakery, a restaurant, a sky lounge, karaoke, banquet halls, a convenience store and an infinity pool.

The new “Beach Cruise” is a ship with exclusive pool villas where guests can enjoy private pools that links to their room. There is also an observation deck with a glass floor suspended above the crashing waves below.

The resort offers a wide variety of room types. The Sun Cruise is made up of Hotel & Apartment styled rooms. All room types in the old wing are either Ocean or Sunrise Half-Ocean facing rooms. There are Standard, Deluxe, Luxury, Junior Suites, Corner Suites and Suncruise Suites to choose from. The Apartment styled room comes with a small pantry where guests can prepare simple dishes in the room.

At the newly built Beach Cruise, guests enjoy the luxury of a private pool right in their pool villas. Various room types come with a pool: The Royal Suite, Superior Suite, Infinity Pool Suite; and the Duplex Suite & Terrace Suite includes a sea-facing jacuzzi within the room.

Breakfast takes place at the Sun Cruise, where guests can enjoy the scenic view of the East Sea and Sculpture Park. During our stay, it was the Typhoon season so we did not get to enjoy the typical blue sky and emerald sea views. However, the strong waves and misty waters of the East Sea during the wet season did leave a strong impression.

From a glace of their recent tags on Instagram, their breakfast variety has greatly improved too!

Instagrammable Spots

The hotel has undergone an uplifting refurbishment and has added a few Instagrammable spots you wouldn’t want to miss. These aesthetic spots with clear blue sky, turquoise waters, white sand beaches and bird’s eye views are perfect to satisfy your dreamy vacation needs. Let’s take a look at the photos taken at the resort!

Photo Spot #1: Observation Deck Staircase

You’ll find this “stairway to heaven” right within the hotel premise, where you can climb up the stairs that are leading up to a view of the East Sea. With the perfect weather and some magic hour, your photos would turn out great.

Photo Spot #2: Infinity Pool

Located on the top of the seashore cliff is the resort’s picturesque outdoor infinity pool. You can breathe in the expansive view of the East Sea and enjoy leisure time lounging at the poolside.

Photo Spot #3: Hotel’s Sky Lounge & Restaurant

At the resort’s 360 degrees rotating Sky Lounge, you can enjoy the endlessly stretched view of the East Sea while sipping your coffee. For cocktail and wine aficionados, you’ll be spoilt for choice here.

Photo Spot #4: Room Balcony

Don’t miss the photo opportunity at your room’s balcony once you checked into the room! The emerald sea makes the best background for the perfect holiday shoot! If you are staying in the Infinity Pool Suite, make full use of the magic hours for that dreamy shot in the pool, by the sea!

Writer’s Note: Sun Cruise Resort is a cool resort to stay in while in Gangneung. It is very near to the beach, which makes it the perfect summer holiday resort to wind down and chill. If you have a few more days to spare in Gangneung, it will make perfect sense to spend a leisure 2D1N here at this property and enjoy the resort facilities! After all, you shouldn’t be rushing in & out to complete your tour schedule while leaving the nice pool villa empty throughout your stay.

One thing you might need to take note of is to avoid the summer Monsoon season or occasion Typhoon season as the rain can be rather merciless and worst of all, it can last a few days.

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Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht 썬쿠루즈리조트 950-39 Heonhwa-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea 강원도 강릉시 강동면 헌화로 950-39 ( 정동진리 50-10) Tel+82 033-610-7000 http://www.esuncruise.com/view/index.do

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• Cleanliness 4.3
• Amenities 4.3
• Location 4.6
• Service 4.2

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• Opened: 1996
• Renovated: 2018
• Number of Rooms: 313

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The Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht is the world’s first on-land cruise themed resort. Located on a coastal cliff in Jeongdongjin, a popular tourist destination known for having one of the best sunrise sceneries in ‎Korea, the themed resort gives the impression that a cruise ship has run aground. The unusual design of the resort, the relaxing sound of the waves and the amazing view on the East Sea’s refreshing horizon are all special elements that make the guests enjoy a fresh and peaceful retreat and take back wonderful memories at the end of their stay.

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Sun cruise resort: a cruise-inspired getaway on the coast of south korea.

Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht is a hotel resort located in Jeongdongjin on the east coast of South Korea . It is designed to resemble a cruise ship, particularly the Royal Caribbean International Sovereign class, and stands 165 meters long and 45 meters tall, offering views of the beach. The hotel sits atop a cliff, giving the illusion of a grounded cruise ship.

It features 211 rooms, including bedrooms and apartments, along with 6 function rooms and 6 restaurants serving Korean and European cuisine, including a rotating bar on the top floor. Amenities include a golf range, volleyball court, fitness club, and a saltwater swimming pool, all reinforcing the cruise ship theme.

Adjacent to the hotel is a park featuring landscaped gardens with sculptures, including “The Hands of Promise”, two giant hands rising from the ground. There’s also an observation area with a glass floor above the sea, an exhibition hall, and a lake. The sound of crashing waves can be heard throughout the hotel .

Location: GANGNEUNG, South Korea Nearby cities: Wonju; Seoul; Hamhung Coordinates: 37°41’0″N 129°2’38″E

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Yes. Many people visiting Gangneung look for a hotel with a pool. Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht has a pool on site that hotel guests may use, but be advised that hotels typically have rules in regards to pool usage.

How close is Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht from the Gangneung city center?

Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht is 9.3 mi away from Gangneung. Consider visiting Gyeongpodae, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht by various forms of transportation.

What is the Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht phone number?

If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +82 (0) 33 610 7000 to talk to a Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht front desk representative.

Does Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht have Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

Is there a gym or fitness center at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht?

Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht does have a gym on-site. The gym area is only open to hotel guests and the hours and rules can change drastically from hotel to hotel. It is recommended that you contact the front desk with questions.

What is the check-out time at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht?

Check-out should be before 11:00 AM. For checking in at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht, guests should plan for any time after 3:00 PM on the day of their scheduled arrival.

How much does it cost to stay at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht, Gangneung?

Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht room prices depend on your dates, room type and availability. The average price found recently is $459/night, with the best deals starting from $31/night. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above .

Is there a restaurant at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht?

Yes - Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht does have a restaurant. They also have a bar service for drinks.

How far is Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht from Haslla Art World?

You can walk to Haslla Art World while staying at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht - you’ll be about 2.2 mi away.

What is the cheapest month to stay at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht?

For the best chance to save money on your Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($62).

In what area of Gangneung is Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht located?

Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht is located within the area of Gangneung. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht is in relation to the rest of Gangneung.

What is the cheapest day to check into Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht?

Consider checking into Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht on Sunday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $86).

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Sun Cruise Hotel is one of a kind "cruise ship hotel" in South Korea. The "aground ship" hotel is part of the "Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht" complex in Jeongdongjin, on South Korea's eastern coast. The resort is popular for its "run aground cruise ship" shaped hotel offering an amazing view from atop of a cliff. Hotel's ship dimensions are: length 541 ft (165 m), height / keel to funnel 148 ft (45 m), weight 30,000 tons.

Korea's "Sun Cruise" ship hotel

Sun Cruise resort in Jeongdongjin is located on Korean shores of Sea of Japan (South Korea promotes the name "East Sea"). Resort's location is perfect as the Sea of Japan, like the Mediterranean Sea, is calm (almost without tides) as it's almost entirely enclosed from the Pacific Ocean by mainland Japan, Russia, and Korea.

Kore'as Sun Cruise hotel was specifically designed to overlook the sunny beach of this beautiful resort area, looking like a cruise ship and offering facilities and amenities just like real liners. The cruise ship hotel attracts a huge number of international tourists. Its shape actually resembles a Royal Caribbean ship of the company's older Sovereign-Class. There are 3 such vessels, currently operated by RCCL's subsidiary Pullmantur Cruises .

Looking out over the sea and witnessing the magnificent Jeongdongjin sunrise and sunset, the "ship hotel" is itself a travel destination. The unusual design ranked it among the most popular South Korean tourist attractions.

Built in 2002, this colossal hotel structure actually was invented for tourists who don't have the budget or time to go on a real ship cruise vacation. The bizarre location is not the only thing setting Sun Cruise Hotel apart from real liners - hotel rooms are all with heated floors, and the surrounding area has walking gardens with sculptures.

South Korea's cruise ship hotel was designed to emulate the cruising experience. It was even constructed at the Korean shipyard. A hotel stay truly approximates cruise voyage. Constructed high on the mountain edge, a stroll on the "open deck" provides guests with the feeling of being at sea. To further allusion, the "cruise ship hotel" even plays on speakers' bird calls and sounds of wave crashing - throughout the whole hotel area.

Hotel rooms, prices, "shipboard" facilities

• The hotel offers a total of 211 rooms, including bedrooms and apartments. All staterooms have heated floors.
• Six restaurants that serve European and Korean food, along with a rotating bar on the top floor, give visitors panoramic views of the famed sunrises.
• A night club and karaoke, beautiful sky lounge, and seawater swimming pool were also made to pamper.
• Six function rooms, state-of-the-art, were specially designed for workshops and seminars.
• Sporting facilities - for the more dynamic guests, include a fitness club, volleyball court, netted golf range.
• Visitors can stop by adjacent to the Sun Cruise Hotel theme park and further the experience.
• The Sun Cruise Hotel and Resort is also famous for the "Hands of Promise" located within landscaped gardens and rising from the ground, together with other sculptures' variety.
• An observation area, which is made of glass floor suspending above the sea, is among the amenities, along with the exhibition hall and the lake.
• Prices for a room at Jeongdongjin's Sun Cruise Hotel start at 80,000 South Korean Won, which is ~US$70 per night.

The resort complex also has a yacht marina with 5 boat slots, helipad (helicopter landing platform) and its own bar lounge.

In 2003, a construction with a similar theme ("Titanic Hotel") started in Turkey (Titanic Beach Lara). The Turkish resort has 550 hotel rooms, 3 swimming pools, premium Flower Shop, Toy Shop. At the cost of USD 165 million, in China was built an RMS Titanic replica hotel .

The South Korean Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht complex in Jeongdongjin is the first in the world on-land themed cruise resort. The "cruise ship hotel" provides everything a real ship can offer, except the seasickness risk. Thankfully, this boat doesn't rock - at least the owners assure so. But better be careful around the bow because the only thing which separates guests from the below cliffs is a short railing - beware if you suffer from vertigo.

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“The 55S is an amazing boat, and it’s been an amazing boat for our family,” Brady said at the time. “I think the 77 will be a little bit more suited for what we need it for down here, which is a few more day trips and weekend trips.”

The 77 is not only 22 feet longer than the 55S but wider, more voluminous, and more complex, meaning it is fit for offshore cruising not just bay hopping. The 77-footer, which Brady christened Viva la Vida , features a sleek, sculpted exterior by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and a high-speed planing hull by Van Oossanen Naval Architects. It is also equipped with three 900 hp Volvo Penta IPS engines that enable a cruising speed of 30 knots, a top speed of 37 knots, and a range of 400 nautical miles.

The luxurious interior is fit for football royalty, with whitewashed oak and rich leather details. Three plush cabins offer space for up to nine guests, with the expansive owner’s suite spanning some 16 feet from wall to wall. The living quarters also include a well-appointed galley, generous crew quarters, and a high-tech helm similar to a fighter jet’s.

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Lavishing in ultimate luxury doesn’t come cheap, of course. The million-dollar question of “to splurge or not to splurge?” can add thousands of dollars to an already pricey purchase. For those who can afford a stately stateroom, however, they are often afforded a boatload of benefits beyond the deluxe digs.

But like pretty much everything in life, you don’t always get what you pay for. While the majority of passenger ships put the biggest spenders in cruise control with such privileges as exclusive dining options, private lounges and reserved theater seats, some have guests looking at their travel budget with a sinking feeling.

Playing the dual role of travel agent and real estate agent, we’ve checked out some prime properties that, under normal conditions, promise an elevated experience when paying a suntanned arm and leg.

Even without getting into upgrades, cruise fares are all over the nautical map due to such factors as the number of nights, itinerary, season, availability, the cruise line and even the ship itself. For sanity’s sake, we’ll do like a bad kayaking shore excursion and only scratch the surface here.

Focusing on the value-based mainstream cruise market (because, let’s face it, those who can afford the best don’t even blink at upgrading), the big four are serving up a buffet of bundles — and we all know how much cruisers love buffets. The key is making sure your eyes are not bigger than your stomach — or in this case, wallet.

Despite the dizzying number of premium packages out there, a standard inclusion with a suite on mega-ships (those defined as having 1,500 or more cabins) is a “fast pass” of sorts when checking in, boarding, debarking, tendering and dining in the main restaurants.

The OG of exclusive suite zones is Norwegian Cruise Line ( ncl.com ). Having pioneered the concept in 2005, giving it a name — The Haven — in 2011, mass-market NCL offers this elite enclave on the majority of its fleet. This includes the newer Prima-class ships: the 3,099-passenger namesake and 3,215-guest Viva, both of which blur the line between the mainstream and premium categories. A private bar, lounge and restaurant, secluded sundeck and infinity pool, and 24-hour butler service, all within an area accessible only by keycard, will also delight future passengers on the 3,571-guest Norwegian Aqua, debuting in April 2025.

How much is a slice of heaven in The Haven? The fleetwide average fare for a seven-day sail in a 300-square-foot balcony room is around $3,000 per person. That’s chump change and a cracker box compared to one of the two 2,100-square-foot, three-bed, three-bath Duplex Suites that will be on Aqua. At press time, these maritime mansions were about $14,000 per person for a weeklong Caribbean cruise out of Florida next summer.

On Royal Caribbean International’s amazing Icon of the Seas , the largest suite of the world’s largest ship is the 1,772-square-foot, three-story Ultimate Family Townhouse that sleeps eight. It’s got a multi-level slide, a wraparound balcony, whirlpool, areas for karaoke and watching movies, and even a patio with ping-pong.

Royal Caribbean ( royalcaribbean.com ) divides its top suites on its newer and bigger ships into three Royal Suite categories — Sea, Sky and Star — and, no surprise, the Ultimate Family Townhouse belongs in the class named for the physically highest of the trio. Services and amenities are still impressive up in the Sky and even at Sea level, but being a Star comes with pre-paid gratuities, specialty dining and a deluxe beverage package.

Carnival Cruise Line ( carnival.com ) is known for being more fun than fancy, but with every renovation and new ship there is an opportunity to add frills with the thrills. “Fun Ships” don’t have private elevators for guests between suite enclaves and main decks — at least not yet — but most of Carnival’s fleet offers VIP treatment when staying in certain zones. Excel-class suites, available on the 5,282-passenger Jubilee, Celebration and Mardi Gras, provide access at Loft 19, a top-deck sanctuary that offers super-comfortable lounge chairs, an exclusive and spacious infinity whirlpool, and rentable cabanas that come with such indulgences as dedicated concierge service, chilled towels, lunch delivery, and glorious shade.

Other perks of an Excel-class suite include sparkling wine and a fruit bowl upon arrival, soft drink package, and use of the Thermal Suites, which are dedicated relaxation centers that offer seafaring splendor in a variety of environments. Also worth a look before you book are the following communities that come with select services and amenities: Cuban-themed Havana on Vista, Horizon, Panorama and the three Excel ships (for guests 12 and over); Italian-accented Terrazza on Firenze and Venezia (same); wellness-focused Cloud 9 Spa on 13 ships; and Family Harbor. The latter stateroom and suite community, on Celebration, Horizon, Jubilee, Mardi Gras, Panorama and Vista, comes with daily breakfast and snacks in an exclusive family-friendly lounge stocked with age-appropriate video and board games, and movies, an evening of late-night babysitting service at Camp Ocean, and other cool stuff.

MSC Cruises ( msccruisesusa.com ), the third-largest cruise line after Royal Caribbean and Carnival, has the MSC Yacht Club, a winning response to the competition’s various exclusive suite enclaves. Strutting around the loftiest lodging on the beautiful 5,877-passenger Seascape and a dozen other ships in the fleet lends a feeling of being on a cruise within a cruise. Elegance begins with a less stressful embarkation process in port and continues onboard with full-service and buffet-style gourmet dining. Yacht Club privileges also include the best drink and internet packages, 24-hour butler and room service, special concierge desk, perks at the spa, afternoon tea, exclusive pools and lounges, and priority over commoners at several useful places. The Yacht Club experience continues on land should the itinerary include Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, where the private and serene Ocean House Beach awaits with ocean views, beachfront cabanas and inclusive amenities.

Moving on up to the premium category, Disney Cruise Line ( disneycruiseline.com ) has an E-ticket suite on its 4,000-passenger flagship, the mouska-riffic Disney Wish . The apex of accommodations has an avant-garde address. Nestled inside the one funnel that’s just for show is the “Moana”-themed Concierge Wish Tower Suite. Spread across 1,966 square feet and two levels connected by a spiral staircase are four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, and enough space to sleep eight. The happiest place at sea is running about $35,000 for a family of five on a three-day Bahamian cruise next summer.

Within the luxury class, Windstar Cruises ( windstarcruises.com ) has three all-suite motorized Star Plus-class ships in a fleet filled out by a trio of Wind-class sailing yachts. Aboard each of the 312-passenger Star Plus vessels are three owners suites ranging in size from 575 to 1,374 square feet. Over the past two years, Windstar has rolled out two additional suites on each Star Plus yacht, and their concept is not only unique, but award winning. Earning bragging rights as “Best Suites at Sea” (small-ship division) at last year’s Cruise Ship Interior Awards were The Broadmoor and Sea Island suites that match the decor of their namesake five-star resorts in Colorado Springs and the Georgia coast, right down to the furniture, crown moldings and wallpaper.

Hitting the heights, which in the cruising world means the ultra-luxury category, Crystal ( crystalcruises.com ) offers up a 1,372-square-foot Crystal Penthouse Suite on the 740-guest Serenity, which went through a near-complete makeover in 2023. with expansive living areas, a private veranda, elaborate finishings, a Romanesque bathroom, dining area, big-enough private kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave, and, speaking from personal experience, one of the two best butler services at sea. (Seabourn has the other). At last check, bunking in the best of the best on an eight-day Mediterranean cruise was going for about $44,000 for two next summer.

The beauty of cruising is you don’t have to go big or go home. Living the suite life may cost thousands or tens of thousands, but even if the low end is too dear, cruise fares, like ships and passengers, come in all shapes and sizes.

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