Koryo Hotel
Building Iconic Pyongyang high-rise hotel and government symbol
A high-rise hotel in central Pyongyang that has long hosted most foreign visitors. Travelers note hotel restaurants, straightforward rooms and its role as the usual base for state-run city tours and organized excursions.
How to Get to Koryo Hotel #
The Koryo Hotel is in central Pyongyang and is reached by visitors as part of organised tours. Foreign travellers arrive at Pyongyang Sunan International Airport and are transferred to the city by the tour operator’s coach; hotels in Pyongyang (including the Koryo) are normally accessed only through these guided transfers. Independent public access and private bookings are not available to foreign visitors outside approved tour arrangements.
Tips for Visiting Koryo Hotel #
- Book accommodation or any visits through an approved DPRK tour operator - independent travel is not possible and the hotel is only accessible as part of an organized itinerary.
- When reserving a room, request a high floor or a room facing the city if available - the hotel's higher levels offer the best panoramic views of Pyongyang's skyline (subject to guide permissions).
- Be prepared for limited independent movement inside the country: ask your guide in advance about access to rooftop bars, viewing areas or on‑site facilities so you don't expect unaccompanied exploration.
Best Time to Visit Koryo Hotel #
For comfortable weather and steady availability, visit in spring or early autumn; summer is busiest and winter is cold with fewer tourists.
Weather & Climate near Koryo Hotel #
Koryo Hotel's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1087 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (284 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
