Sol Beach Jindo

After a satisfying stay at Sono Felice Del Pino in Goseong, Gangwon Province last winter, we decided to visit Jindo Sol Beach this summer. The resort itself was perfect: from the immaculate facilities and stunning landscaping to the friendly service provided by the front desk staff, everything was exceptional. However, our evening was completely ruined by a very unpleasant experience at one of the on-site chicken restaurants. When I went down to place a takeout order, I was told to return in 15 minutes. Upon my return, I was informed that my order had been missed and was asked to wait an additional 5 minutes. However, it took much longer than 5 minutes before our food was finally brought out. I completely understand that mistakes happen, so I wasn't upset simply because my order was initially missed. However, what truly disappointed and angered me was the staff member's attitude: instead of even a simple apology, they unceremoniously dropped the food on the table without a word and walked away. I wasn't asking for anything extraordinary; I simply expected my order to be ready on time. And if an order is missed, I believe a basic courtesy, even a simple apology, is standard practice for anyone in business. I even questioned if I was being overly sensitive, but after checking the reviews for this particular restaurant, I found numerous accounts of similar experiences from other customers. Of course, I understand that Sol Beach merely has a contractual relationship with this specific vendor. However, given the numerous promotional videos for this particular establishment found throughout the resort, I believe Sol Beach has a responsibility to oversee its operations to some extent, if only to protect its own image. Many reviews highlighted the sentiment that customers are treated without basic courtesy, as if they are merely one-time visitors who will buy once and never return. Is it fair to assume that these numerous customers will only visit Sol Beach once? It's hard to argue that poor management of these affiliated establishments won't directly affect Sono Resort's revenue. Overall Verdict: Jindo Sol Beach staff and facilities were perfect, but the service at the affiliated vendor was appalling. *(Note: The other on-site establishment, which would have been pictured here, provided excellent service. Please excuse the absence of photos.)

While the front desk staff were incredibly friendly and the cleanliness was impeccable, we found it a bit inconvenient that there was no wardrobe to store clothes and basic amenities such as a box of tissues were missing.

I'd never been to Jindo before, but I heard such great things about Sol Beach that I decided to make it our travel destination. We stayed for three nights, and it was absolutely fantastic! The pool was a bit smaller than I anticipated, but the other facilities were great, and our room was spacious. We had a wonderfully quiet and relaxing stay. However, outside of Sol Beach, there really wasn't much to do or see in Jindo. We ended up having more of a 'hotel-cation' than planned, and it was a bit disappointing that there weren't many great dining options around. Aside from that, everything else was wonderful! The walking paths were excellent, there were plenty of beautiful spots for photos, and the views were absolutely breathtaking. I'd definitely visit more often if it wasn't so far away, which is a real shame!

We took a family trip to Jindo, my parents' hometown! Sol Beach, located right on the beachfront, boasts an absolutely breathtaking and unparalleled view. It was so hard to tear ourselves away – truly a destination I can't wait to revisit!

We came here for a family trip, and it absolutely lived up to our expectations! The weather was fantastic, the room was spotless, and the ocean views were beautiful. It's quite a trek from Seoul, so it requires a bit of a commitment to get here, but we really felt it was worth the journey. We'd love to visit again!

The night view was quite disappointing compared to my previous visit. Two years ago, the night lights were truly spectacular, making it feel like I was overseas. I came back this time expecting the same experience, but I was really let down. The sea isn't visible at all now. It's such a shame because back then, you could clearly see the ocean.