'Hotel Dokkaebi' Episode 7 Brings Jeju Adventures and Kwon Yul's Awaited Return

MBC Every1's beloved variety show Hotel Dokkaebi is gearing up for an eventful episode 7, set to air on March 3, 2026, at 8:30 PM KST. The upcoming installment promises a jam-packed day of Jeju Island adventures, heartwarming team dynamics, and the highly anticipated return of general manager Kwon Yul to the hotel crew.

Lee Ju-young's Candid Self-Cam Confession

In a preview of the night-five dorm footage, part-time staff member Lee Ju-young delivers a hilariously honest self-cam moment that is sure to resonate with viewers. After running around all day attending to guests, the actress turns to the camera and declares with exhaustion, "This place isn't humane. This place is dokkaebi-like!" Her playful complaint about the intense workload has already drawn laughs, capturing the mix of exhaustion, responsibility, and small rewards that come with working at the quirky hotel.

The following morning on day six of operations, the kitchen springs to life as chef Kim Dong-jun and Lee Ju-young team up with impressive coordination. The duo whips up traditional Jeju-style meat noodle soup and spicy cucumber salad for the guests, showcasing their growing chemistry in the kitchen. In a sweet gesture, Lee Ju-young brews a special pu-erh tea she brought from China to boost the hardworking chef's spirits.

Jeju Activities: Fishing and Go-Kart Thrills

After a hearty breakfast, the Dokkaebi crew and their guests split into two activity groups to explore the best of Jeju Island. The sea fishing team heads out to the open waters for an exciting catch competition, with guests reeling in impressive hauls one after another. The highlight comes when the boat captain slices up freshly caught yellowtail and white squid right on deck, topped off with steaming bowls of seafood ramen for a memorable onboard lunch.

Meanwhile, the go-kart team unleashes their competitive spirit on the track. Team captains Jeon Seong-gon, affectionately known as the Commander, and Lee Dae-hwi lead their respective squads in a fiery race that gets everyone's adrenaline pumping. After the competition, they cap off the experience with an unexpected trackside ramen feast, adding a uniquely Korean twist to the racing day.

In a touching moment, Jeon Seong-gon secretly picks up Jeju souvenirs for Go Doo-shim, Son Na-eun, and Lee Ju-young, who couldn't participate in the outing, showing his caring side beneath the commanding exterior.

Kwon Yul's Heartwarming Return

The biggest moment of the episode arrives when general manager Kwon Yul finally rejoins the team after completing his schedule in Seoul. His return marks the reunion of the complete Dokkaebi crew, instantly restoring the group's full energy and chemistry. Kwon Yul wastes no time reconnecting with the team, sharing a relaxing grilled okdom fish dinner with veteran actress Go Doo-shim as they catch up on everything they missed during his absence.

The afternoon brings one final spectacle as the reunited crew and guests embark on a submarine experience, diving beneath Jeju's crystal-clear waters to explore the island's underwater wonders and capping off what the show describes as the pinnacle of their scaled-up tour activities.

Hotel Dokkaebi episode 7 airs on MBC Every1 on March 3, 2026, at 8:30 PM KST.