Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

'Blueboat Hostel Jeonju is one of guesthouses of the 'The Guest House' chain in Busan, Seoul, and Gyeongju. Blueboat Hostel Jeonju opened in April 2016 in Gyeongwon-dong, Jeonju-si, which is only 10 minutes away from Gyeonggijeon Shrine on foot. A number of other popular tourist destinations including Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeongdong Cathedral, and Nammun Market are also within walking distance. The hostel has seven guestrooms furnished with steel frame beds. The bathrooms and kitchen are shared among the guests, and there is a television in the kitchen. The rooms have a trendy interior design because it's mostly visited by young tourists. The guesthouse is just like one of those you can find in other countries, except cleaner.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Seongyojang House was built by Yi Nae-beon (pen-name: Mugyeong), an 11th-generation descendant of Grand Prince Hyoryeong (the elder brother of King Sejong the Great), and has been repaired and extended numerous times over the last ten generations. The house is composed of a variety of rooms and buildings of different sizes, and there are twelve gates between its many buildings, which include 3 ‘Byeoldang’ rooms (Dong, Seo, and Oe), Sarangchae, Jungsarang, Haengangchae, and Sadang. Seongyojang House is well known as one of the largest and greatest houses in Korea in terms of the number and size of its buildings and its total land area among houses built at that time. Interestingly, Seongyojang was built to such a great size due to the influence of the classical poem Gwandongbyeolgok (about the Beautiful Scenery of Gwandong, present-day Gangwon-do, in 1580) written by Jeong Cheol (1536-1593, pen-name: Songgang). Because of the popularity of this poem, a cultural trend emerged in which noblemen of the late Joseon Dynasty felt compelled to visit the Gwandong (present-day Gangwon-do) area at least once in their lifetime, and Seongyojang was a must-see attraction. The house experienced a crisis when only three people were staying in this vast building. However, the director of the house, Lee Kang-baek, strived to save his ancestors’ invaluable heritage and finally received the necessary administrative support. Thanks to that, all the toilets and shower facilities were modernized, and Seongyojang House now offers both the beauty of a traditional hanok building and convenient modern facilities for all its guests. Seongyojang has many wonderful structures including Hwallaejeong Pavilion, one of its most charming structures; Yeolhwadang, which was given as a gift to the Russian Consulate; Yeonjidang, which was built in an elegant style; and Seobyeoldang. In particular, the signboard of Hwallaejeong was changed and rewritten regularly by members of the Joseon literati who stayed in the house. The most famous version of the signboard was written by Gim Jeong-hui (1786-1856, pen-name: Chusa).


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(Jongno-gu)

(Korea Quality Premier Class) Hotel Nafore is a cozy hotel located in one of the alleys of Jongno-gu, Seoul. It has a total of 52 guestrooms consisting of family rooms, deluxe twin rooms, and standard twin rooms and double rooms. There is also a guestroom designed for the disabled. The elevator, hallway, and bathrooms are also disabled-friendly. Other amenities include a restaurant serving breakfast as well as computers for the guests and business room with a printer in the lobby on the first floor. The nine-story building has a roof garden that’s open for the guests. The hotel doesn't have a parking lot, but it's still a clean and comfortable place to stay for those planning to travel on foot in the downtown area of Jongno-gu, Seoul.


Busan(Jung-gu)

Hotel B.Cent is located in Jungang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, which is currently being re-developed as a downtown area. The 'B' in the name stands for 'Busan and Business,' and 'C' stands for 'Central.' It's an 8-story building with 40 guestrooms in modern-style design, boasting of quality facilities and friendly services in addition to large and pleasant rooms furnished with high-quality bed and furniture. There are five different types of guestrooms for those on a budget, families, couples, and business travelers. The hotel is very conveniently located for both Korean and foreign guests because it's very close to Busan Station, Busan International Passenger Terminal, and Gimhae Airport. Situated in the new downtown area of Busan, it's a great place to stay for those planning to tour the city, shop, experience the culture, and have fun in the city.


Seoul(Seocho-gu)

Gyodae Guesthouse is located near Seoul Nat’l Univ. of Education Station on Subway Lines 2 & 3. As a guesthouse in an apartment building, it's a popular choice for long-term stay among foreign students studying in Korea. The guesthouse is an ordinary home, so guests can feel at home during their stay. There are only two rooms, but the guesthouse owner treats her guests like family. For this reason, she has many repeat customers. Each of the rooms is furnished with a desk and a computer for student guests, and there are many plants in the living room. The kitchen, bathroom, living room, television, and sofa are shared among the guests. Laundry service is provided for free. Guests are asked not to stay out too late because the guesthouse is located in an apartment complex.


Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Oh Hotel located in the vicinity of Oncheonjang, Dongnae-gu, Busan has a total of 36 rooms consisting of Suites, Twin Rooms, and Single Rooms available at affordable rates. It's a great choice to lodge for group tourists because it has 13 Twin Rooms. All the guestrooms are furnished with a computer, and the lounge on the 1st floor has a kitchen with microwave oven and cooking utensils for simple cooking. Breakfast is served to those who have requested it at the time of check-in as well as upon request round the clock. Be sure to ask the staff for directions if you want use public transportation because the hotel is located in an alley. There is a parking lot in front of the entrance for guests with cars.


Busan(Dong-gu)

Hostel Familie occupies two floors of a four-story building located in Choryang-dong, Dong-gu, Busan, which is less than two minutes away from Busan Station and 10 minutes away from Busan Port International Passenger Terminal, both on foot. It has six rooms with a bed, four dormitory-style rooms with beds, and one dormitory-style 'ondol (floor-heated)' room for those who prefer to sleep on the heated floor. Each of the guestrooms has a kitchen for guests who wish to cook, but guests staying in a dormitory can use the shared kitchen. All the guestrooms have a bathroom with shower. The hostel has computers in the lounge for the guests’ use.


Jeju-do(Seogwipo-si)

'Located near the Jeju World Cup Stadium, Dreaming Nomad is a pension for those who want to have some time for relaxation with their family and friends. Surrounded by a tangerine orchard, the guests can smell tangerine throughout their stay while enjoying the view of the ocean and Hallasan Mountain from the rooftop. It's very conveniently located because an E-Mart and the Seogwipo Intercity Bus Terminal are within walking distance, including Course 7 of the Jeju Olle Trails as the most popular course among the trail courses. Other popular tourist destinations located within 10 minutes away from the pension on foot include Jungmun Tourism Complex, Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market, and Seogwipo Five-Day Market.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

The Lovely Motel consists of five floors above ground and 44 guestrooms, of which only four Pension-type Family Rooms are equipped with cooking facilities. The guestrooms are divided into rooms with a view of the sea and rooms with a view of the city. The interior of the motel has recently been refurbished to provide more pleasant and comfortable accommodation. The large restaurant located in the basement level, which is also used as a seminar room or workshop space, provides breakfast, but groups of guests are asked to reserve meals in advance. The entrance is equipped with a wheelchair lift for disabled guests. Guests can easily reach the seaside at Gyeongpo (15 minutes’ walk) and Gyeongpodae Pavilion by foot and can visit Gangneung’s main tourist destinations by public transport as a bus stop is situated close by.