Must-Stay in Gangneung, South Korea! A stunning infinity pool hotel on the 20th floor, perfect for romance.

Right before the Mid-Autumn Festival, I decided to escape the traffic rush and headed to Gangneung again! This time, I stayed at Skybay Hotel (스카이베이호텔) by Gyeongpo Lake, and it truly exceeded my expectations 😍 I booked an executive ocean-view room, which is just a two-minute drive from the 씨마크호텔 I stayed at before, but much more budget-friendly! The highlight of the hotel is undoubtedly the infinity pool on the 20th floor 🌊. Open from 7 AM to 1 AM, it even hosts lively pool parties after 10 PM 🎉. When the pool's ambient lights come on, the whole scene becomes incredibly romantic and dreamy. For just an additional 20,000 KRW, you can enjoy a beautifully crafted cocktail 🍸, making the experience even more enchanting! The hotel offers rooms with either lake or ocean views, both of which are stunning. Although the bathroom is smaller compared to 씨마크호텔, the open balcony makes up for it. Sitting there at night, listening to the sound of the waves, is pure bliss. The L-floor lobby directly connects to the beach, which is just a short walk away. Since it was a Sunday, the beach was quiet and serene. Gangneung's ocean is breathtakingly beautiful—make sure to visit on a sunny day when the water turns into a gradient of jelly-like colors, absolutely mesmerizing! The hotel has a breakfast restaurant on the first floor and a dinner restaurant on the 20th floor. I recommend booking a package that includes breakfast and pool access. After breakfast, you can head straight to the beach for some fun!