TRIPPOSE List

Mokhyangjae (목향재)
Sejong , Sejong

Mokhyangjae, which literally means a ’house with tree fragrance,’ is a traditional Korean pension house which stands alone beside a boulevard surrounded by apartment complexes. Entering the garden with a low fence, you will be greeted by the antique two-story Korean style building. The building of Mokhyangjae was built in the style of a palace with red pine tree used for the crossbeam and pillars. With a feeling of magnificence and coziness at the same time, the rafter ceiling shows the wood grain and the sliding door pasted with traditional Korean paper adds to the flavor of the traditional Korean style house. The rooms are composed of the traditional Ondol Room where one or two persons can stay; the Ordinary Room is equipped with a bedroom and an attic; and the Deluxe Room has a wide traditional Ondol room for guests from solo travelers to families. The bedroom and the living room also have traditional display cupboard and heavy hardwood table which had been used by the owner of the house, adding to the flavor of the traditional Korean style house. Equipped with cartoons and picture books, the attic is a favorite place of children. Scattered with stepping stones, the front yard of the house is filled with Sansuyu, magnolia, and cherry trees that blossom in spring. Mokhyangjae is running a traditional teahouse as well. The teahouse was opened thanks to the Chinese husband who enjoys tea, and most of the teas are imported from China. You can have a taste of dozens of kinds of teas including puer tea and red tea, along with a simple tea confectionery.


Beach Hotel (충무비치호텔)
Gyeongsangnam-do(Tongyeong-si) , Tongyeong・Geoje

Beach Hotel is a 7-story building and located in Tongyeong-si so called as the Naples of the East. It is 15 minutes away from Tongyeong Intercity Bus Terminal by car. Even though it is located in downtown, Tongyeong, it is also close to Tongyeong Harbor (the mouth of river) and so those that want to try sea fishing can rent a boat and enjoy sea fishing. Passenger Ship Terminal is 5 minutes on foot, and is recommended to travel to neighboring islands such as the Hansando Jeseungdang and Yokjido. You can enjoy delicious foods such as rice boiled with oysters, rice boiled with anchovy, sea squirt bibimbap and various kinds of sushi.


Dangyeong
Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si) , Jeonju Hanok Village・Wanju

Beginning of brightness that is what Hanok Guesthouse Dangyeong means. The name reflects the politeness and consideration of the people of Jeonju. It also carries the wish for the guests of the guesthouse to become polite and considerate as well. Since it was built in June 1943, Dangyeong has kept its original form intact through the turbulent period of Korea's liberation from Japanese colonization, Korean War, and modernization. Despite the traditional form, the approximately 70-year-old Hanok is convenient to use and is beautiful in shape, emitting its beauty and gracefulness to the visitors of Jeonju Hanok Village. Anyone staying in Dangyeong will feel as if he/she has become a noble man/woman of old Korea. The white birch garden at the entrance, maple tree, and apricot flower tree in the yard create a seasonal atmosphere. Dansil, Hyangsil, and Gyeongsil of the main building and Byeolsil and Dasil of the separate building are equipped with a wooden floor, giving off a delicate wood scent. The gallery opposite the garden displays artworks and provides a space for guests to have breakfast or drink coffee or tea. The rooftop of the gallery is a special place for guests so that they can enjoy an uninterrupted view of Jeonju Hanok Village over drinks.


Donghae hanok Donganjae
Gangwon-do(Donghae-si) , Donghae・Samcheok

Donganjae, a traditional Korean style house located near the beach in Donghae City of Gangwon-do, was opened in June 2018. The traditional Korean style house is equipped with modern facilities for convenience while still maintaining the elegant mood of a traditional house. The rooms are located in 5 traditional buildings. The foot bath in the garden gives the feel of a pool villa. Each of the 5 independent buildings (named Mureung, Duta, Chooam, Mukho, and Mangsang to accommodate 3-4 guests in each building) has an upper floor of which the three sides can be opened to command an unobstructed view. The outdoor foot bath in the center of the garden with pine trees relieves fatigue, and the soothing scent of pine trees completes the ambiance. It is possible to cook food in the room. Each room also has a bathroom equipped with bidet and a shower booth. The recently constructed buildings are also handicapped-friendly. There is a parking space exclusive for these guests. There is also no raised spot at the gate and the threshold is made very low for easy entrance and exit. Various tools such as Tuho, Yut, Jegi, and top are ready for playing traditional games. You can likewise try wearing hanbok, Korean traditional clothes. The nearby tourist attractions include Cheongok Natural Cave, Chooam Chotdaebawi Rock, Mangsang Beach, Mukho Por,t and Mukho Lighthouse. There is a walking path behind the pension in the pine forest.


Solaria Nishitetss Hotel, Busan
Busan(Busanjin-gu) , Seomyeon・Jeonpo

Solaria Nishitetss Hotel is a hotel operated by Japanese West Japan Railway Company and operates Seoul and Busan branches in Korea. Solaria Nishitets Hotel Busan is located in Seo-myeon, downtown Busan, so visitors can easily find various restaurants, amusement facilities and shopping areas. It is also easy to travel all around Busan, making it ideal for tourists and business travelers. The building hasa total of 203 rooms including 2 floors underground and 15 floors above ground. All rooms boast a variety of convenience facilities that are comparable to luxury hotels. There is a difference between the rooms, but the rooms have bidets, humidifiers, personal safes, wine refrigerators and capsule coffee. There is a Universal Double Room, a barrier-free room with safety handles for the disabled and the elderly, as well as a low entrance threshold. The hotel has a sauna and a fitness center as an auxiliary facility, which is enough to relieve fatigue from business trips and tourism. The breakfast, which can be enjoyed at 15,000 won per person, is a buffet that offers Korean, Japanese and Western food together. A brand coffee shop will also be located next to a restaurant dedicated to breakfast. The lobby can be conveniently used by all guests on the third floor. It also runs a business center with computers and printers. The entire guest rooms are operated as a non-smoking area and have a separate smoking area on the third floor.


Namquidang’s Hanok Story (남취당의 한옥이야기)
Incheon(Ganghwa-gun) , Ganghwado Island

Namquidang’s Hanok Story is a traditional hanok guesthouse located at the foot of the Manisan Mountain in Ganghwado Island. Namquidang means “the house that collects the energy of the green mountain.” The backyard is surrounded by the Manisan Mountain, whereas in front of the house lies a wide 3.3 km2fieldwiththeYeongjongdoIslandinview. The house was built by the owner himself who brought pine trees from Gangwondo; set up the frame in the traditional method without using nails; laid red-clay bricks; and finished the hanok with the Wonju Hanji. Even after 15 years, the delicate scent of wood penetrates to every corner of the structure. There are two buildings, Mariul (main building) and Ariul (detached building) in the guest house with 5 rooms to which kitchens and bathrooms are attached. Over the creaky wooden door are beams with engravings, roofs with exposed rafters, and windows and doors with Hanji attached on them. The lighting wrapped with Hanji emits soft lights and beddings made from cotton fabric provide a comfortable bedtime experience. At night, the stone lighting the yard creates a refined atmosphere. In the living room of the main building of Mariul is a separate tea room called “Haewon.” It is a space for a laid-back tea time against the background of the field over the window. In the Ariul (detached building), which is equipped with red clay Ondol system heated by oak trees, guests can have sweet potato roasting experience. Traditional dyeing and making of Gangjeong, a traditional Korean dessert, is also possible. Just inquire over the phone during room booking; it costs 10,000 won per person. Famous tourist attractions in Ganghwado Island including Dongmak Beach, Jeondeungsa Temple, Manisan Mountain, and Hamheodongcheon Valley are 5-10 minutes away by car.


Dals Garden
Gyeongsangnam-do(Hapcheon-gun) , Jinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)

The ‘Dals Garden’ is a modern facility grafted on a traditional Korean style house. The old but graceful walls with the garden beyond them welcome the guests first. Entering the house, various flower plants and a wide grass garden add to the excitement of travelers. The Toenmaru (a narrow wooden porch running along the outside of the room), pillars and tiles of the neat and well-constructed Korean style house, shine as if they are wiped with oil every day. The peak of Mt. Gayasan beyond the house looks like a picture at a glance. The Moon Garden has 10 rooms in total. Among them, 2 Special Rooms are a little wider than ordinary rooms and equipped with a sink. Though cooking in the room is not allowed, simple food and beverage can be consumed if they are cleaned well afterwards. The room with a single bed is good for a solo traveler or a foreigner who is not accustomed to sleeping in an Ondol room. It takes only 3 minutes to go to Haeinsa Intercity Bus Stop. It is required, however, to pay the admission fee to Haeinsa Temple and the parking fee in addition to the room rates because the house is located on the way to Haeinsa Temple. It is recommended to enjoy walking around the Haeinsa Temple early in the next morning or going up to nearby peaks such as Mt. Maehwasan or Namsan Cheil Peak.


Chosim Sanbang
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si) , Gyeongju

Located in Oedong-eup, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk–do, Chosim Sanbang means ‘a place to have a pleasant chat over tea in nature’. The place is a leisurely space where you can meet nature and history under the spirit of Mt. Tohamsan and Mt. Maseoksan. The building of Chosim Sanbang has much cultural and historical value as it was restored at the current place by moving two traditional Korean houses from Gahoe-dong, Seoul, in 1974. The owner of this place turned it into a small museum by collecting and preserving traditional articles. Numerous items including treadmill, Jige (Korean A-frame), large mortar, cauldron, cauldron lid and saw are displayed inside and outside the museum. The site is about 3300㎡ and the wide yard and garden can be used as a walk and a ground. There are pavilions and tables for visitors to walk comfortably, take a rest and play regardless of gender and age. There are 7 rooms in total and cooking is allowed in 3 rooms. Guests in other rooms can use the communal kitchen conveniently. Breakfast is served for 6,000 won per person with Korean Set Menu with free Ramen, Kimchi, side dishes, bread and eggs. The interior of each room looks like a modern house with a rocking chair, wooden table, folding screen, wardrobe, etc. which can be used as a filming site for a drama featuring the 1970s and the 1980s. You can take the bus bound for downtown Gyeongju at the Subongjeong bus stop near Chosim Sanbang. Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto are located 5 minutes away by car.


Hotel QB
Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Jongno・Ikseon-dong・Gwangjang Market

Located just a three-minute walk away from the Dongdaemun Subway Station in Seoul, the hotel offers easy access for shopping and culture tour. Airport bus passes beside the building and Dongdaemun Shopping Complex, home to large shopping malls and wholesale fashion shops, are only a ten-minute walk away. QB, which stands for boutiQue Business, reflects our commitment to guests on business trips with high-quality service and rooms. Customized trip consulting service is provided for those who are visiting without information; complimentary luggage storage service is also available. Hotel QB has 21 rooms in total, ranging from single rooms for solo travelers to quad rooms for up to six persons. The rooms with modern and stylish interior design in pastel tone create cozier atmosphere. Internet is provided without charge in all rooms, and shared PCs are available in the shared kitchen. Guests may also cook for themselves as a microwave oven, an induction, a refrigerator, and kitchenware are available in the shared kitchen. Neighboring tourist attractions such as Dongdaemun Shopping Complex are always busy with travelers. Dongdaemun Fashion Street, the trend-setting spot for the young, gets even livelier at night, whereas Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is famous for its night view. The night market, which opens on Friday and Saturday evenings, offers more things to eat and see. In addition, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, Cheonggyecheon Second-hand Book Shop Street, and Dongmyo Flee Market are close to the hotel. Gwangjang Market, Jongmyo Shrine, and Daehakro Street are located one subway station away, which is also a walkable distance.


Nadeul Hanok
Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si) , Gyeongju

Nadeul Hanok was opened in 2018 with brand-new facilities, in a location just a minute’s walk from Cheomseongdae Observatory in Gyeongju. You can feel a sense of healing in nature in the traditional style house, built in environment-friendly construction method with wood and earth. The ‘ㄷ’-shaped building creates a snug atmosphere and the hipped-and-gable roof and the curves of the roof tile show the traditional quiet and still flavor of a traditional Korean house. There are 7 rooms in Nadeul Hanok. Among them, the Garam, Gayeon, and Nuri Rooms are offered at 50,000 won for 2 persons during off-season so that visitors can enjoy staying in a traditional Korean house at more affordable prices. All rooms are equipped with a bathroom for better convenience and there is an individual thermostat all year round. Complimentary breakfast made of healthy convenience food is offered to all guests. The menu is composed of barley bread, fruit, coffee, juice, boiled egg, and biscuit, and is subject to change according to situation. What is good is that the breakfast can be delivered to the room if the delivery time is requested during breakfast time, which is from 8 to 9 AM. It is possible to look around the tourist attractions near Nadeul Hanok on foot. In addition, there are CVs, fast food shops, bike rental shops, and hanbok rental shops adjacent to Nadeul Hanok, enabling a more convenient and joyful tour.