Incheon(Ganghwa-gun)

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.


Gangwon-do(Samcheok-si)

Located inside of Haesindang Park, the Samcheok Fishing Village Folk Musuem is a new type of exhibition hall, comprised of a grand video aquarium, living cultural materials and equipment of fisherman of the eastern coast and various hands-on programs. Visitors can learn about folk cultures from over the world at the museum. The museum overlooks the East Sea and uniquely formed rocks and stones. The facility opened in 2002.


Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

E-MART Mokpo is located near Yudalsan Mountain, Gatbawi Rock, and Samhakdo Island. This large discount retail store offers amenities for customers such as restaurants, beauty parlors and a laundry service.


Jeollabuk-do(Imsil-gun)

Chwirakwon is a hanok stay program in Pilbong Culture Village offered by the Association for Preservation of Pilbong Farmer's Music of Imsil. In Chwirakwon, there are rooms for two, three, five, and group guests. There is a total of 11 guest rooms. Although it is a hanok house, each room has an en suite bathroom with shower facilities for greater convenience. There is a total of three guest rooms for two people. These guest rooms are studios and do not come with a kitchen. There are two four-guest rooms. The Naedeurimbang room has a bathroom as well as a self-contained kitchen where you can cook. In comparison, the Sachaebang room does not have a kitchen. There are two five-guest rooms. The Ochaebang room has two rooms while the Yukchaebang room is a studio without a kitchen. There are three eight-guest rooms, which have slightly different interior designs. Woenangsori is a separate hanok house that has two bed rooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The Chilchaebang room has two rooms and the Dadeuraegibang room has three rooms. Both rooms have kitchens where you can cook. The Anchaebang room, which is the largest private hanok house in Chwirakwon is large enough to accommodate 13 guests. It has two bathrooms, two bed rooms, an attic, and a self-contained kitchen fully equipped with kitchen appliances. All of the guest rooms have basic amenities such as a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and a hair dryer. In addition, you can dine at restaurants in Pilbong Culture Village with prior reservation. The guesthouse also rents barbecue grills. Pilbong Culture Village is full of things to see and enjoy. There are Pilbong Cultural Center, Pilbong Small Library, Daedonggwan (an indoor performance stage), Gutsandae (an outdoor performance stage), Pungryumadang, and Hanokmadang. Perforamces of Pilbong farmer's music of Imsil is held here every Thursday to Saturday. You can also relax in Good Cafe and Jeongja Yeoyujeong. Tourist spots near the guesthouse that are worth a visit include Okjeongho Lake, and Hoemunsan Recreational Forest.


Gyeonggi-do(Gimpo-si)

Hotel 5.0, located in the Yagam Hot Spa Zone in Gimpo, Gyeonggi-do, boasts refined and elegant interiors, a spa facility with an open ceiling, and a wide range of excellent services, including simple snacks, guaranteeing tourists’ relaxation and comfort. All its entire guest rooms feature a whirlpool bathtub and beautiful views of the sunset over the West Sea, while the VVIP rooms are equipped with a mezzanine, party room, open-air bath, and BBQ grill. The surrounding tourist attractions include Jangneung Royal Tomb, Munsusanseong Fortress, Deokpojin Fort, Munsusa Temple, Ganghwa Chojijin Fort, and Daemyeong Port, where tourists can enjoy sampling fresh raw fish, blue crab, and webfoot octopus.


Jeollanam-do(Suncheon-si)

The Sunchon Bay Echo Village youth hostel faces Suncheon Bay National Garden with Suncheon Dongcheon in between. Surrounded by nature, it is the first traditional Korean-style youth hostel in the country. It feels like a folk village as there are many hanoks in the area, all built properly according to the traditional Korean style of architecture. At night, you can see the night sky full of stars. The guest room consists of Echo 1dong with three rooms and three bathrooms; Echo 2dong with a room, a bathroom, and an open veranda; Echo 3dong, a type of a house with four rooms and a large floor and 3 bathrooms; and Echo4dong with seven rooms, a floor, a bathroom, a yard and a pavilion in a large hanok house. In addition, there are 2 eco-buildings, one which is used as a group restaurant, and the other which serves as a lecture room. Suncheon Bay Echo Village youth hostel can accommodate travelers of various sizes from 2 people and families, to those taking small group and school trips. Compared to its size and the facilities it provides, it offers a very good value on money. In fact, the accommodation rates are so low that it is difficult to make reservations on weekends or peak seasons. It operates a variety of programs such as the Hyodo massage program, sightseeing spot experience program, health tour, city tour, and folk play experience. It takes about 5 minutes to Suncheon Bay National Garden East Gate, 7 minutes to Sunchon Station, and 10 minutes to Sunchon General Bus Terminal.


Busan(Dongnae-gu)

Eoga Chobap is Japanese restaurant, located in the building of Hershimchung on the first floor and it has a exclusive and dignified ambience. There are large seats in the center of the restaurant as well as individual seats. Assorted raw fish and chobap (sushi) are the main menus and the side menu including salads, varied seafood, grilled fish, and deep-fried food. Fruits, coffee or green tea is also served as dessert. Visitors planning to visit during weekends must make a reservation because the building of Hershimchung houses wedding banquet that groups visits may be crowded.


Jeollanam-do(Gurye-gun)

Jiripia Pension, surrounded by a beautiful landscape composed of mountains and rivers, is situated at the entrance to Piagol Valley near Jirisan Mountain. A trip to Jirisan Mountain is truly a ‘well-being’ tour where visitors can take a good rest amid fresh clean air. Cool refreshing water flows down through the valley and passes directly in front of the pension, while its green front garden commands a splendid view of the natural environment. This pension is ideal for tourists seeking a break from their busy routine in the city. Surrounding attractions include Hwagae Market, a regional traditional market, and Jirisan Mountain.


Chungcheongnam-do(Taean-gun)

Jade Resortel is located in Anheung Port, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, which is packed with peaceful and calm places. As the hotel is surrounded by beautiful scenery and the sea, guests can enjoy tideland and fishing experiences, swimming at the beach, and a sightseeing cruise around the island. The hotel’s view of the sunset over the West Coast is sure to be an unforgettable moment for guests. Taean’s seasonal food items include webfoot octopus and blue crabs in spring; long-legged octopus and carp in summer; jumbo shrimp and gizzard shads in autumn; and cubed snailfish soup and fresh oysters in winter.