What are the best beach resorts in South Korea?

South Korea’s peninsula boasts many attractive beaches and several islands for you to spend time by the sea. You can choose from Sono Calm Jeju overlooking the East China Sea on Jeju Island. Or go to the western shores in Gangneung and stay at the yacht-shaped Sun Cruise Resort, just a few minutes from Jeongdongjin Beach. In the resort area of Busan, you can stay at the Paradise Busan, right on Haeundae Beach, which also offers a full-service spa that includes hot springs tubs. Visit our South Korea page for the latest deals!

Where should I go in South Korea for a romantic getaway?

Nami Island is famous among Korean drama fans as the backdrop to many a television and screen romance. But it is also a forested half-moon shaped island in the middle of a lake, so it is a naturally romantic destination. To fully enjoy the island as well as views of the island, you could book a room at W Jiwoo Resort in Gapyeong, located on the river and just a 15min walk to the island. Or you can stay at the Love and Story Pension right on the island. Visit our South Korea page for the latest deals!

What is a city in South Korea for historic and cultural sights?

Gyeongju, South Korea is renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage sites and the many national treasures. So that you can easily explore the ruins, temples, and pagodas of the Gyeongju Historic Areas, you can stay at the Maison Mini Hotel, just a few minutes’ walk to the Daeruengwon park and tomb complex of an unknown king or at O-Reung Hanok, across the river from the Sungdeokjeon Shrine. The Mini Hotel Good Dream is also right on the river and just a 15min walk to Tumuli Park. Visit our South Korea page for the latest deals!

What is the most popular destination in South Korea?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Seoul (89% of total searches to South Korea). The next most popular destinations are Incheon (6%) and Busan (3%). Searches for hotels in Seogwipo (3%) are also popular.

What are the most popular regions of South Korea?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular region to stay in South Korea is Seoul. Incheon and Jeju-do are also very popular.

How much is a cheap hotel in South Korea?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Korea for as cheap as R255 ( Incheon ) in the last 3 days. The average price is R2 152.

How much is a hotel in South Korea for tonight?

In the last 72 hours, users have found South Korea hotels for tonight for as low as R345 ( Seoul ). Users have also found 3-star hotels from R406 ( Seoul ) and 4-star+ hotels from R1 008 ( Seoul ).

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MOST POPULARJeju City

3 stars from R373

4+ stars from R615

Incheon

3 stars from R354

4+ stars from R392

Seogwipo

3 stars from R373

4+ stars from R317

Busan

3 stars from R466

4+ stars from R676

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3 stars from R568

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INSPIRE Entertainment Resort

8 Very Good

Jung-guR4 338+

R4 338+

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Nest Hotel Incheon

8.6 Very Good

Jung-guR2 024+

R2 024+

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Pool

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Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel And Residence - Sokcho - Building

Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel And Residence

8.8 Very Good

R1 905+

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Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

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Shilla Stay Haeundae Beach (BEXCO) - Busan - Building

Shilla Stay Haeundae Beach (BEXCO)

8.6 Very Good

Haeundae-guR2 056+

R2 056+

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Lahan Select Gyeongju - Gyeongju - Lobby

Lahan Select Gyeongju

8.6 Very Good

Sinpyeong-dongR2 693+

R2 693+

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Paradise City - Incheon - Building

Paradise City

9.2 Wonderful

Jung-guR6 207+

R6 207+

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Hotel Whistlelark Jeju - Jeju City - Pool

Hotel Whistlelark Jeju

8.2 Very Good

R839+

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Lotte Resort Sokcho - Sokcho

Lotte Resort Sokcho

8.9 Very Good

R4 189+

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The Shilla Jeju - Seogwipo - Outdoor view

The Shilla Jeju

9.3 Wonderful

R4 378+

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Ramada by Wyndham Gangwon Sokcho - Sokcho - Building

Ramada by Wyndham Gangwon Sokcho

8.5 Very Good

R1 476+

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Chestertons Sokcho - Sokcho - Building

Chestertons Sokcho

8.3 Very Good

R1 098+

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Free Wi-Fi

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Paraspara Seoul - Seoul - Living room

Paraspara Seoul

8.7 Very Good

Gangbuk-guR4 365+

R4 365+

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If you’re heading to South Korea’s capital city, Seoul, and want to see the inspiration for the worldwide hit song “Gang-nam Style”, consider booking a room at the Best Western Premier Gangnam. The hotel sits in the heart of the high-end Gangnam district so you can find out why it is known as “South Korea’s Beverly Hills”.
Seoul and Busan are usually busy all year round as it is popular for business and leisure visitors. You should try to book your hotel as early as possible for the best deals.
Thrill seekers and amusement park enthusiasts traveling to South Korea can stay at Hotel Thesoom Forest or the Q Hotel in Yongin. Both are around a 10min ride to the home of the world’s tallest wooden rollercoaster, Everland Theme Park, and Hotel Thesoom also offers a free shuttle service.
Cherry blossom season is usually in early April in Hadong, South Korea, and the Kensington Resort Jirisan Hadong offers some of the best views of this colorful season. They will do their best to provide you with the best view on request, but the hotel terraces overlook the valley as well.
Seollal, Korean Lunar New Year, that falls around February, and Chuseok, Korean Thanksgiving, that falls in late September, are the two main holidays in Korea when there is a lot of traveling. If you plan on visiting South Korea during those times, you should book well in advance.
If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in South Korea, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in South Korea in February and January.
Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in South Korea if you stay on a Saturday. The opposite is true for, Monday, which is usually the most expensive day.
Book at least 12 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Korea accommodation.
The cheapest 3-star hotel room in South Korea found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R736, while the most expensive was R3 478.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in South Korea for 3 days.

What are the best beach resorts in South Korea?
South Korea’s peninsula boasts many attractive beaches and several islands for you to spend time by the sea. You can choose from Sono Calm Jeju overlooking the East China Sea on Jeju Island. Or go to the western shores in Gangneung and stay at the yacht-shaped Sun Cruise Resort, just a few minutes from Jeongdongjin Beach. In the resort area of Busan, you can stay at the Paradise Busan, right on Haeundae Beach, which also offers a full-service spa that includes hot springs tubs.
Where should I go in South Korea for a romantic getaway?
Nami Island is famous among Korean drama fans as the backdrop to many a television and screen romance. But it is also a forested half-moon shaped island in the middle of a lake, so it is a naturally romantic destination. To fully enjoy the island as well as views of the island, you could book a room at W Jiwoo Resort in Gapyeong, located on the river and just a 15min walk to the island. Or you can stay at the Love and Story Pension right on the island.
What is a city in South Korea for historic and cultural sights?
Gyeongju, South Korea is renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage sites and the many national treasures. So that you can easily explore the ruins, temples, and pagodas of the Gyeongju Historic Areas, you can stay at the Maison Mini Hotel, just a few minutes’ walk to the Daeruengwon park and tomb complex of an unknown king or at O-Reung Hanok, across the river from the Sungdeokjeon Shrine. The Mini Hotel Good Dream is also right on the river and just a 15min walk to Tumuli Park.
What is the most popular destination in South Korea?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Seoul (89% of total searches to South Korea). The next most popular destinations are Incheon (6%) and Busan (3%). Searches for hotels in Seogwipo (3%) are also popular.
What are the most popular regions of South Korea?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular region to stay in South Korea is Seoul. Incheon and Jeju-do are also very popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in South Korea?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Korea for as cheap as R255 (Incheon) in the last 3 days. The average price is R2 152.
How much is a hotel in South Korea for tonight?
In the last 72 hours, users have found South Korea hotels for tonight for as low as R345 (Seoul). Users have also found 3-star hotels from R406 (Seoul) and 4-star+ hotels from R1 008 (Seoul).