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10/10 Excellent
Duyen
30 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Andong Hotel was truly life-changing.
Yes, it takes about 30โ40 minutes by taxi from the Andong KTX stationโbut that distance is exactly what makes this place so special. It feels like stepping back in time, into a slower, simpler way of living thatโs hard to find anywhere else.
The quiet here is something you can actually feel. You wake up to the sounds of birds and roosters, and at night, the soft lighting around the hotel gently guides your way without disturbing the peace. Even the internet comes and goesโbut instead of being frustrating, it felt like a reminder to stay present and fully take in the surroundings.
Sleeping on the heated floors was one of my favorite parts. I felt my back pain disappear, and in a way, it felt like I was reconnecting with something deeperโlike returning to my roots. It reminded me so much of my childhood in Vietnam, staying with my grandparents.
I came to Korea to find myself after losing my grandfather in 2025, and this place held space for that journey. Hearing the wind chimes throughout the day brought me comfortโit felt like a quiet reminder that he was still close by.
This isnโt a place for nightlife or busy schedules. Thereโs not much aroundโand thatโs the beauty of it. Itโs for solo travelers, for reflection, for healing. If youโre looking for that โeat, love, prayโ kind of experience, this is it. Bring a book, maybe some snacks or instant noodles, and just allow yourself to slow down.
The owner is incredibly kind and
Duyen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
