Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Bibimbap Guesthouse is located in Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, which is known for old stores, bars, and rustic hanok buildings with charms different from other hanok villages such as Seochon and Bukchon. It is run by young brothers based on their know-how accumulated from working at other guesthouses for several years. This hanok-style guesthouse was named “Bibimbap” in the hope that it will be a house for everyone that retains various aspects of Korea. In keeping with its name, the guesthouse serves Bibimbap for breakfast. It is popular among foreign guests because the guesthouse is adjacent to Korea’s major cultural heritages including Changdeokgung Palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine as well as other interesting attractions such as Nagwon Arcade. Bibimbap Guesthouse was established by modernizing a hanok building over 100 years old and opened in April 2015. Every room has two windows for ventilation as well as air conditioner and toilets. The laundry room is also designed for communal use. It has a total of seven rooms – 1 single room, 1 triple room, 1 family room, and 4 twin rooms. Every room has a mattress for those who are not familiar with the Korean-style (floor-heated) room and a subtle lighting system under the maroon-colored rafters. It also offers a Korean traditional clothes experience free of charge for guests. Guests are recommended to walk around the area of Ikseon-dong -- nicknamed “a village where time stood still” -- and which provides its unique charms. Its surrounding tourist destinations include Insa-dong, Samcheong-dong, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, and Changdeokgung Palace.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Guesthouse Nuha is a ‘hanok’ or traditional Korean house consisting of four guestrooms located in Nuha-dong, Seochon (west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno, Seoul) where many Confucian scholars and artists lived during the Joseon Dynasty. Exuding a refined atmosphere, Guesthouse Nuha is very popular among not only domestic visitors but also foreign tourists who want to experience the flavor of Korea in a cozy hanok. All four guestrooms (An-bang, Sarang-bang, Geul-bang, and Byeol-dang) are covered with eco-friendly hanji (traditional Korean paper handmade from mulberry tree) wallpaper, and are equipped with a thick cotton-wool comforter and pillows imbued with the scent of Hinoki cypress tree to help guests relieve their fatigue. Breakfast is served free of charge. Guests can also experience traditional Korean culture here, such as playing a Korean musical instrument (janggu or double-headed drum), playing a game of yut in the yard, or wearing hanbok (traditional Korean clothes). Although a local bus service passes through the village, it is highly recommended to take a quiet leisurely around the area.


Incheon(Ongjin-gun)

In proud Ongjin-gun with dream and hope, LAMER Motel is located in the street corner toward Yeongheung-do of Ongjin-gun where the island is beautiful. Welcoming tourists with beautiful scene of the sea and rooms of color themes, the sunset at LAMER is spectacular as that. As for tourist attractions, you can’t miss Simnipo beach with coarse sand and fine gravel and Janggyeongri beach that boasts old pine tree area as large as 10,000 pyong. You can enjoy sea fishing and it is recommended to taste fresh sashimi and clam noodle.


Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

The Voyager Pension, appreciated by guests seeking time out from the hustle and bustle of the city, is located deep amid nature. The pension strives to provide guests with pleasant freshness, soft coziness, and surprising delights, and boasts a gallery where nature’s music and art works exist in harmony, offering customers high-class relaxation. At night, customers can enjoy looking at the clear sky and countless twinkling stars. The surrounding tourist attractions include Jumunjin Port, Gyeongpodae Pavilion, and Hajodae Beach. In addition, Yangyang International Airport is situated in the proximity of the hotel.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Uiryeong-gun)


Busan(Gijang-gun)

Located in Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan-si, Gijang Gomjangeo is an eel specialty restaurant designated as a local food restaurant of Busan. Gijang Gomjangeo (main branch) serves 8 different eel dishes including marinated eel. They also serve packaged eel menus to go.


Chungcheongbuk-do(Yeongdong-gun)


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

New York Hotel is located in Incheon, the main city and economic capital of Northeast Asia; Incheon is full of clean and clear natural resources, and modern times and contemporary times coexist in the city with 150 islands. As there is Incheon Passenger Terminal in front of the hotel, it is popular among tourists to the islands. Incheon’s tourist attractions are Wolmido Park, Incheon opening port area, coastal wharf of cruise ship and romance, Sorae-pogu full of fresh seafood, Muui Island and Song-do.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Goryeong-gun)


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)

Cheonggong Hanok is a mere 10 minutes away from Bulguksa Station (Donghae Line) on foot. The two traditional Hanok buildings house 10 rooms. Once you enter the main gate, the harmonious scene of a big grassy yard, a very old pine tree, a small pond, and the graceful Hanok buildings welcomes you. The garden looks a bit exotic, but there is a back story to it. The first architect of the house did business in Japan with his wife living alone in Gyeongju but regretted not having spent a long time with her; thus, he came back to Korea, built the biggest house possible, and lived with his wife for the rest of his life. Afterward, his descendants took over it, named it after the architect, Cheonggong, and opened it as a Hanok stay. That is how the space where Korea’s traditional Hanok and Japanese garden were put together by the Korean architect who did an extended stint in Japan came to be. The table used by the couple is preserved in the garden for guests to look at. Although it is a traditional Hanok, every room is equipped with a TV, a refrigerator, an air-conditioner, and a bathroom to make the space comfortable to stay even for children.