Gangwon-do(Hongcheon-gun)

Located in Hongcheon, Gwangwon-do Province, which is well-known for its clean air and water, Gohyangui Bom is a hanok (traditional Korean house) style of pension surrounded by a beautiful natural environment including Palbongsan Mountain to its rear and the Hongcheongang River flowing in front. The pension was built as a hanok structure with special materials such as pine wood from Unduryeong Hill at the foot of Gyebangsan Mountain and pure red clay. Many guests visit the pension again because of the clear spirit of nature and the good energy emanating from the hanok, which is said to help guests recover from fatigue and revitalize themselves. In addition, it offers guests an opportunity to swim and play in the shallow depths of the Hongcheongang River and walk along the beautiful Palbongsan Mountain hiking course. Moreover, it is adjacent to such renowned tourist attractions as Gugok Falls (near Bonghwasan Mountain; 30 minutes’ drive), which twist and turn nine times before plunging sharply downwards,; and Vivaldi Park Ocean World, which is a popular resort packed with thrilling and exciting attractions. The pension has five guestrooms – Sarang-bang 1 and 2 on the first floor, and Hwangto-bang 1, 2, and 3 on the ground floor. Sarang-bang 1 is equipped with a large living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and fireplace (only for winter), while Sarang-bang 2 is composed of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an outdoor table, and a karaoke (norae-bang) facility. Hwangtobang 1, 2, and 3 are built with red clay. Hwangto-bang 1 is equipped with a living room and a bedroom; Hwangto-bang 2 with a living room and two bedrooms; and Hwangto-bang 3 consists of one room. All of the rooms are equipped with a bathroom, kitchen, air conditioner, fridge, and toiletries. The pension is also a great place for large family meetings and company workshops as well as for friends or couples. The pension is also famous for its buffet style of breakfast, which includes rice and soup cooked by the host with local organic ingredients. Guests can also request a dinner cooked according to their preferences. Its most popular dishes include BBQ, chicken soup with rice, spicy stir-fried chicken and others dishes prepared according to guests’ preferences. The breakfast costs KRW 7,000 per person, while the dinner menu and cost can be discussed when making a reservation. The pension recommends that guests spend a whole day in the hanok’s peaceful natural environment. Guests can set up a tent on the pension’s outdoor lawn, watch a movie, enjoy a BBQ party, and make a campfire at night to create romantic memories. The deck placed across the river is another popular place for taking a nap or relaxing in the cool breeze.


Seoul(Gangseo-gu)

Hotel Luce Bridge is a 14-story building located in Magok-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul. A mere 10-minute ride from Gimpo International Airport and only a 30-minute ride from Incheon International Airport, it's a popular place to stay particularly among group tourists from other countries as well as Korean tourists since one can get to the subway and bus stop within 5 minutes from the hotel on foot. Many business travelers choose this hotel for a long-term stay because of the trendy style, quality, and reasonable room rates. The hotel has various types of guestrooms, restaurant, banquet hall, and fitness center for the convenience of its guests. There is also a three-story parking building that’s big enough for the guests to park. In addition to the reasonable room rates, another great feature of this hotel is that each of the rooms is equipped with a kitchen.


Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

Located at the entrance of Hwaeomsa, Gurye Jeonnam, Jirisan Sansarang Pension is covered by Cornus flowers and cherry blossom in spring, a clean water of Jirisan valley in summer, maple tree in autumn, and white snow scenery in winter. There are two buildings; Condo-style building and Motel-style building. In front of the building, a garden is laid out. Rooms including the bed room, Ondol room, and condo-style family room. Rooms are clean and are equipped with fixture and furniture for convenient and comfortable resting. As the auxiliary facilities, there are the big theme park, the big BBQ area to accommodate 100 persons, and the family BBQ area for small family. Next to the pension, there is the valley for swimming in summer and it is used as a place for children nature learning. Also, there are various auxiliary facilities including the outdoor lawn square, walk, and outdoor rest room.


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

Philips Motel in Paju, which is close to Seoul and is also not far from North Korea, has become popular with not only general tourists but also business travelers as Paju City Hall is situated close by. The hotel, which comprises two buildings, has large guest rooms and a spacious parking lot in which even several buses can be parked, so the hotel receives numerous tourist groups, too. Tourists can visit the DMZ (demilitarized zone) including the Odusan Unification Observatory and the Imjingak Tourist Site.


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , SinJeju

Tilda House is a European-style pension comprised of pretty buildings with orange roofs and stone walls located in Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju Island. It is a great place to stay with children as the pension has a kids’ cafe and a sand playground. The view of orange-roofed buildings under the blue sky of Jeju seems unusual and new. There is a total of six guest rooms. There are four rooms for up to three guests (four if you have a child), and one room for three guests (four if you have a child). Rooms T4 and T5 can be joined by opening the connecting doors on both sides. It would be a good place to stay for large families. The room has a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom and a kitchen. In the bedroom, two double beds are placed in parallel, creating enough space for kids as well. The guest room is equipped with a refrigerator, and a washing machine for greater convenience. The room also has kitchen facilities and cooking utensils. The single-family house is large enough for four to five people to stay. It has a living room, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen. You can enjoy a private barbecue in the front yard. Children can play safely in the indoor kids’ room where there are toys and books, a sand playground, and a grassy field. Because of this, the pension is popular among families with young children. Every morning, breakfast buffet is served in the cafe that only the pension guests can use. The host prepares steamed rice, soup, and fresh side dishes for breakfast. An outdoor barbecue area is available with prior reservation. Places to see near the pension include Jeju Aerospace Museum, Osulloc Tea Museum, Jeju Glass Castle, Spirited Garden, Jungmun Resort. Geumneung Beach and Hyeopjae Beach are 15 minutes away by car.


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si)

Cheong-jae-seol-heon (English name, ‘Healing Garden’) is a bed & breakfast nestled on the foot of Hallasan Mt. in Jeju Island. Simple and modern design building is surrounded by well arranged garden with a small pond and some artworks beautifully placed here and there. A tangerine farmer, Kim Ju Deok provides relaxing accommodation at such great environment with breakfast that she cooks herself with vegetables from her backyard. This is a place that feels tranquility and the warmth of Korean Ajumma (married woman).


Gangwon-do(Donghae-si)

Mangsang Auto Camping Resort is an international-standard auto camping ground near the beautiful 3km-long Mangsang Beach. The campsite boasts of environment-friendly facilities such as caravans, log cabins, and American-style cottages. It's a popular destination for families who enjoy sleeping outdoors in a camping car, a tent, or a cabin after a day of water sports including wind surfing and sailing. The camping ground is also popular among corporate workers and university students going on workshops or MT. There is also the Mangsang Wellness Resort Town, where visitors can stay at and experience traditional Korean houses called 'hanok.'