2020-09-02
19-18, Seodong-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-673-5011
Located in Chunyang-myeon, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Seongamjae is a traditional hanok built with pine trees (Geumgangsong) in 1915. It was owned by Seongam Gang Seungwon, the third son of Uijae Gang Pil of distinguished service to independence. Seongamjae is the place where Mr. Uijae Gang Pil delivered fund to the Provisional Government of Korea in Shanghai, which was then used by the 3rd division of army during the Korean War. Now, the grandson of Mr. Seongam Gang Seungwon and his wife are keeping the place and named it Seongamjae after his grandfather. They run it as a hanok open to the public in order to help spread history and culture. The owner couple has committed themselves to keeping the house and gardening. Nevertheless, the traditional hanok is equipped with modern facilities so that people of all age groups, Koreans and foreigners alike, may have a relaxed time here. Bordering Seongamjae is the National Folk Cultural Asset No. 279 Bonghwa Mansan Gotaek, home to the family of the owner of Seongamjae, and open to everyone who stays in Seongamjae. Cooking is limited in the hanok but there are restaurants nearby. Korean style Yeonbab is provided at 15,000 won per person when breakfast is booked in advance. As Chunyang Station of Yeongdong Line is a 5-minute walk away, the accommodation is conveniently located for train travelers. Note that luggage storage service is provided after check-in while visitors are enjoying walking, trekking, or travelling by train.
2020-09-03
21, Baraemi-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-673-2257
Located in Bonghwa-eup, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Bonghwa Namho Gutaek is an old house from the Chosun period designated as Cultural Property Material No. 385. It was built by Nongsan Kim Nam Yeong in 1876 and his son Namho Kim Roe Sik had lived there. Mr. Kim Roe Sik was awarded with a medal for contributing his entire asset to military fund for the Provisional Government of Korea. The spirit of putting others and his country before himself continues until now. Having been built with high-quality materials, the 140-year old Namho Gutaek has barely suffered any deformation. In addition, attentive care added by the descendants has kept the traditional beauty of the hanok intact. One may even feel reverence at the Sosel Daemun (gate). In harmony with the hanok, the garden in the yard and the flower bed sitting next to the wall change color as season changes. It is a great place to feel the scent of old trees and get some rest. In 2016, the shared toilet was renovated in modern style to alleviate any inconvenience for the guests. In the spacious yard, there’s a spot for traditional games such as Tuho, Jegichagi, Neoltuigi, etc. Bonghwa Station (Yeongdong Line) is about a 15- minute walk away; an inner city bus stop in the town, on the other hand, makes a trip to other regions easy.
2023-04-13
7-8, Sannaeyachon 1-gil, Miryang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-10-4902-7216
Located in Eoleumgol, Milyang, Gyeongsangnam-do, Hyangudang is an old house built in 1900. It consists of a wide grass lawn, a main building, a detached building, and an annex. The main building is composed of main hall (daecheong maru), underfloor heating system, a kitchen, and an attic; the detached building, meanwhile, includes underfloor heating, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Both main building and detached building have two rooms (big room and small room). If you book the big room, you can use the maru (living room) between the rooms as well. It is a rule that if a group stays in the big room, the small room is kept empty. A big group, however, may pay extra to use the small room as well. There is a seminar room with a beam projector and audio equipment, which can be utilized for group events.
The owner runs not just Hyangudang Hanok Stay but also several farms. Thus, guests can participate in various activities using natural materials such as apple picking, magnolia tea making, natural dye making, and others. The closed school right next to Hyangudang is usually used as a parking lot but can also serve other purposes such as outdoor parties or simple sport matches. Special events such as apples offered at discounted prices to guests take place depending on the season.
2020-12-10
103-10, Buksanghari-gil, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-10-7230-5415
Danchon Seowon Gotaek is an old Hanok sitting in harmony with beautiful mountains, fields, and valleys of Danyang. Once entering the high gate, there are Daffodil Room and Red Clay Room on the right, and Woodland Peony Room and Apricot Flower Room on the left. In the rather big main building are Peony Room, Cotton Room, and White Dandelion Room. A picturesque pavilion stands impressively next to the main building. The living room of the Peony Room is equipped with antique furniture and pictures, whereas there are rafters, big beams, and wooden floor in the living room of White Dandelion Room. Daffodil Room and Apricot Flower Room also boast of traditional rafters and beams. Since Daffodil Room and Red Clay Room are small, they share kitchen and bathroom, and the rates are more affordable. The cafe in the corner of the yard, with thousands of vinyls and players collected by the owner, is a good place to listen to music, or have a cup of coffee or tea.
It is also refreshing to have a walk along the path beside the spring running in front of a big old tree. At night on clear weather, you can enjoy a starry sky. It takes about 20 minutes car by from the accommodation to Danyang Gugyeong Market, and 8 minutes to Suyang Gaebit Tunnel.
2020-12-10
60, Haesuyokjang 8-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-936-2300
Day Nice Hotel is located just in front of Daecheon Beach, the pride of Boryeong and a popular tourist attraction throughout the year. The 3.5km-long beach is the longest beach in Korea. Every summer, the mud festival held here attracts visitors from home and abroad, and the festival can be appreciated closely and enjoyed first-hand in Day Nice Hotel.
The hotel opened in July 2017. It boasts of refined and luxurious facilities; in particular, the penthouse on the top floor offers spacious area and a great overlooking view. All rooms have ocean views, and the hotel's entrance and the beach are about 20 steps away from each other. The breakfast restaurant on the first floor provides semi-buffer style meal.
At the hotel entrance are tap water facilities for feet-washing and air guns for sand-cleaning. Standing along the beach are Boryeong Mud Museum, Civic Tower Square, Mud Square, Fountain Square, ziptrek Korea, etc.
It is also be nice to get out of the beach to visit Daecheonhang Port Fish Market, Jukdo Island, and Muchangpo, among others.
2020-12-11
4, Eunnam 1-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-743-5600
Hotel Elin offers a comfortable stay for your trip to the fantastic Jeju Island. Despite the rather small size of 32 rooms in total, the accommodation is close to the Jeju International Airport and a variety of facilities. Jeju Provincial Hall, Jeju Provincial Council, Halla Hospital, and Halla Arboretum are nearby.
The hotel is equipped with electric wheelchair lift and rents manual wheelchairs. Hotel Elin is a vocational rehabilitation facility for the severely disabled designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and a social enterprise. The disabled are being employed for room cleaning, cooking assistance, and room booking. Profits from the operation of the hotel are used for job creation and welfare for the disabled.
As for rooms, there are four types: Standard Double, Superior Twin, Deluxe Twin, and Family Suite. Each room boasts of wooden interior design; the wooden bed, table, wardrobe, vanity, etc. all create a classic atmosphere. Every room is furnished with a bed, and the wooden floor is heated (Ondol) in winter. Family Suite is equipped with a whirlpool bathtub.
2024-04-07
80-13, Jeonjucheondong-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Région Jeonbuk
+82-10-9494-4579
Jeonju Hanok Madang is located in the Jeonju Hanok Village. Jeonjucheon Stream and Namcheongyo Bridge are only one block away, whereas Gangam Calligraphy Museum, Jeonjuhyangyo Confucian School, Jeonju Hanbyuk Culture Center, Nambu Market, and Markbu Market Youth Mall are nearby. Major attractions of the Jeonju Hanok Village such as Gyeonggijeon, Jeondong Catholic Cathdral, and Omokdae are also within walking distance.
The main building and servants’ quarters of Jeonju Hanok Madang were built in 1941. It was renovated to retain the original shape of the traditional hanok, yet cozy and comfortable enough for modern people to use. Porches are attached to every room while Faith Room and Hope Room have additional inner floors attached to it. Inside the rooms are rafters, beams, wooden pillars walled with Hanji wallpapers, and ribs of lattice doors. There is a clean bathroom in each room.
The yard is the place the owner couple cherishes the most. Guests can enjoy the yard in any room just by opening the door. It is a combination of jar stands, a small pine tree, and small potted plants. Different flowers bloom from spring through autumn. It is such a pleasure to sit on the porch and appreciate the scene. In autumn, the persimmon tree bears fruits and dried persimmons hang from the eaves.
2024-04-07
85-34, Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Région Jeonbuk
+82-63-228-8218
Sitting at the foot of Omokdae, Yedawon is a classic Hanok opened in December 2013. It retains the unique beauty of Hanok, yet is equipped with neat and convenient facilities. The owner, who used to operate a traditional culture space for Hanok experience such as traditional tea and natural dying, newly built a Hanok for guests to be able to experience a cultural accommodation. Just one-minute away are Jeonjuhyangyo Confucian School and Jeonju Hanbyuk Culture Center, whereas the National Intangible Heritage Center is located over the Omokgyo Bridge outside the culture center. Gyenggijeon, Jeondong Catholic Cathedral, Omokgyo Bridge, and Nambu Market are all within walkable distance.
Yeodawon has six rooms named after flowers; ceilings with exposed rafters and crossbeams; walls with Hanji wallpapers; and decorations with black-and-white drawings and Korean calligraphy. In particular, Lotus Flower Room is furnished with a folding screen with a landscape painting on it, and a big black-and-white drawing.
Yeodawon is special in that guests can get first-hand experience of the traditional culture in different ways: traditional tea, traditional dying, Hanji, traditional dessert, traditional flower pancake, etc. The experience costs about 10,000 - 15,000 won per person, and available for four persons or more.
2024-04-07
78-3, Girin-daero, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Région Jeonbuk
+82-10-9934-1300
Jeongga Hanok is a space where the traditional beauty of hanok and the modern comfort co-exists. The newly built Hanok is neat and pleasant. When you enter the small cobbled yard, the porch and the eaves will welcome you, and you’ll find that the rooms are filled with delicate wood fragrance. The interior is furnished with Korean cypress trees and red clay. In particular, the Cypress Tree room is all made of cypress trees, from the walls to the ceiling, making guests feel like they are lying in a forest. Maple Room and Ginkgo Tree Room, meanwhile, have attics.
Jeongga Hanok faces Jeonju Hanok Village with the Girin-daero in the middle. Hanok Village is just across the road. Major attractions such as Gyeonggijeon, Jeondong Catholic Cathedral, and Jeonjuhyanggyo Confucian School are all within walkable distance. Omokdae, which offers an unhindered view of Hanok Village, is located over the pedestrian overpass. Jaman Mural Village, famous for colorful mural and cozy cafes, is about 300 meters away and a great spot for selfie lovers.
2024-04-07
289-4, Gucheondong-ro, Muju-gun, Région Jeonbuk
+82-63-322-7009
Located on one side of Deokyusan Mountain, Moonriver Pension is a comfortable retreat in the midst of the nature of Muju. Surrounded by the majestic Deokyusan Mountain (1,614 meters above sea level) and valley, guests will find both their body and mind recharged by the beautiful nature. Behind the wooden lodge are a forest and a valley running in front of it. With a flat bench prepared in the summer, it is a nice place for guests to play in the water safely. After dinner, you might encounter some fireflies while stretching your legs around the valley.
From the lodging place, Muju Gucheondong Valley is about 5 minutes away, and Muju Resort is about 10 minutes away, both by car. It takes about 5 minutes to reach Deokyusan National Park and about 20 minutes to get to Taekwondo Park.
Situated on the border between Muju and Geochang, the Pension is frequently visited by mountain climbers of the backbone mountains of Korea. With the Baekdudaegan Ecological Education Museum in Geochang about 2 minutes away, the preschooler experience center in the museum is worth visiting for families with children. There are also farms offering strawberry, apple, and watermelon experience around the accommodations.