Jeju · #1393

2 mins from Emerald Hamdeok Beach (Two-bedroom)

I love Jeju Island and visit it two or three times a year. This trip, I was traveling with my 7-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old in third grade, so my biggest concern was accommodations. So I carefully read reviews. I chose Hamdeok because it had a beachfront location and good amenities, but the accommodation I liked was already booked. I made a sudden reservation three weeks before my trip, and this place happened to be empty. Since household items and room conditions can become worn after multiple people use them, I mainly looked at reviews from 2015, but since there was only one, I was hesitant to book. However, I saw many reviews praising the host's kindness, and checking in at 4 p.m. and asking about luggage storage beforehand was a good idea, so I made the reservation. The day before check-in, they sent me a text message with the accommodation password and detailed instructions. Thanks to the host's consideration, I was able to leave my luggage about an hour before check-in. Since I was traveling alone with two children, I didn't have time to cook meals or make simple ramen. However, as other reviews have mentioned, the kitchenware, washing machine, and refrigerator were provided. It was well-equipped with a microwave, electric kettle, and other amenities. I only stocked it with drinks and yogurt, which was fine, but the refrigerator is small for cooking, so it's good to be flexible, like going grocery shopping on hot days or leaving it on the veranda on cold days. However, the kitchen is small, so you should only think of it as a place to cook simple meals. Otherwise, like me, you'd spend money if you didn't cook at all, but it's convenient to buy food and barely wash the dishes. The kids enjoyed simple meals of rice wrapped in seaweed, so I thought about making rice in the provided rice cooker, but the luggage space was tight, so I didn't dare bring it out, so I just cooked rice. If you're traveling alone without children, it'll be easier to pack less and cook. Before staying here, I'd stayed at another place that had ample toilet paper and laundry detergent, so I assumed other places would have the same. However, since it's not a hotel, it seems like things are a bit different. When I stayed here, I had to buy toilet paper and detergent. Bathroom There was only half a roll of toilet paper hanging in the laundry basket, and while I knew there was detergent, it was almost empty. I tried to avoid doing laundry if possible, but my child spilled chocolate milk on the rabbit doll. ㅠ This is my first time using Live Anywhere, so I'm not sure if I can ask the host about this, and it's a hassle, so I just bought it. I think it's fine to bring it from home. Otherwise, you can ask in advance before booking. Other reviews said the ocean was right in front, so I was really excited. However, there was a high tide. Unfortunately, when I went, the water was high during the day, so I had to walk 7-8 minutes to the main beach where there was sand to play. It's an easy walk for adults, but it was difficult with children. My child asked if we could stay in front of the main beach next time we visited. ㅠ I'll have to look into the high tide next time... While it wasn't an ocean view, it was on a high floor, so it didn't feel stuffy. There was an empty building in front, so it was easy to keep the curtains open. It was a comfortable stay for three people, including three children. It's the same. There was an underground parking lot and an outdoor parking lot, but they were narrow, so you'd have to be careful with anything larger than an SUV. It rained often during my stay, so a dehumidifier was a definite must. However, September in Jeju is still summer, so turning on the air conditioning was fine. If you're looking to travel economically without any plans to post on Instagram or a blog, this is a great value accommodation. It's not worth complaining about the old facilities or anything, so I recommend it for a long, economical trip. They provided plenty of towels and a good supply of daily necessities. Above all, it was safe because it was a residence within a hotel.