Gyeongsangbuk-do
Not far from the Oksan Seowon, this place has modern ondol or bedrooms with a shower, and a patio in front of the property.
Must-see hotels in South Korea
Jeollanam-do
You can't miss the colourful facade of 1004 Hotel, a short walk from the ferry terminal. It has sea-facing rooms and balconies.
Jeju-do
This modest pension close to Gimnyeong Beach is run by a friendly elderly woman. Rooms on the 2nd floor have more scenic views.
Gyeongsangnam-do
A simple campsite with access to drinking water. It's close to a hut where a man sells chocolate and whiskey. Camping is free.
Jeollanam-do
This is a comfortable, clean place with large rooms overlooking the harbour, fast PCs and free use of the in-house sauna.
Daeseong Bridge Camping Ground
Gyeongsangnam-do
Basic roadside camp site with no facilities. Summer can be busy with families splashing in the stream. Camping is free.
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
Sister location to the popular Namsan Guesthouse, with an outdoor terrace.
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
Dated but well-priced hotel with triangular whirlpool baths and airport pickup. Cheaper rates online.
Gyeongsangnam-do
There are 17 spots here, and its a convenient place to start a hike to Cheonwang-bong.
Gyeongsangnam-do
Features 200 auto units. Some slots have electricity but there's no water or showers.
Seoraksan National Park
A basic mountain shelter located on the trail from Baekdam-sa in Inner Seorak.
Gyeongsangnam-do
Between the villages of Deokdong and Dalgung, this site has room for 58 cars.
Gyeongsangnam-do
This is one of the largest shelters on Jirisan, with space for 240 people.
Gyeongsangnam-do
There's room for 60 people in this shelter. Some food is sold on site.
Seoraksan National Park
A small-capacity shelter for campers in Seorak-san National Park.
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
Down a laneway in the heart of Itaewon, this colourful little guesthouse has basic rooms with TVs, en suite shower rooms and wall murals (not quite making…
Suwon
More of a government hotel than a hostel, this place offers exceptional value for money with large, western-style or ondol (traditional, sleep-on-a-floor…
Muju Deogyusan Leisure Biketel
Jeollabuk-do
This bike motel offers a haven for cyclists. The motel features Korean-style ondol (traditional, sleep-on-a-floor-mattress) rooms, doubles and cheap dorms…
Chungcheongnam-do
This busy hanok village is geared for families looking for an infusion of local history. Everything is rather tidy, so it's not exactly atmospheric of old…
Chungcheongnam-do
You’re as likely to stumble upon a bunch of kids on a field trip as you are a wedding party at this airy hostel that feels more like a hotel. Dorm rooms…
Jeollabuk-do
Hikers' crash pad with basic facilities, toilets and drinking water, but no showers. Advance reservations are required but you pay in cash when you arrive…
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
All the pleasantly decorated accommodation at this hotel – both large western-style and ondol (traditional, sleep-on-a-floor-mattress) rooms – have sea…
Jeollabuk-do
Camp inside Maisan Provincial Park close to a lake and a walking trail that leads to Tap-sa. Services include 24 hot-water showers, wi-fi and power hookup…
Jeollabuk-do
Location is the best feature of this countryside motel with a slightly effete interior. The main reason to come here is because you want to catch a ferry…
Gyeonggi-do
Incheon’s snazziest hotel (though don't get your hopes up) overlooks a small lake with a pavilion on an island. There’s also a bowling alley and spa…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
The main selling points here are the central location and the small rooftop with views over Itaewon; drab dorms and doubles are a little squished together…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
This clean and tidy love motel has dim yet spacious rooms (for Seoul), free soft drinks and plenty of towels, but some of the rooms smell strongly of…
Jeollabuk-do
Campsite with tent pitches and electrical hookups, as well as basic showering facilities.
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
Huge, ageing resort complex with apartment-style rooms overlooking the north end of Eulwangni beach. The best feature here is the pool and water park,…
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
Shaped like a ship and just steps away from Eulwangni Beach, this love motel offers ocean views from its ‘porthole’ windows. Cheaper rooms on the ground…
Jeollabuk-do
No-fuss rooms for people who want to sleep near Moak-san Provincial Park. Prices go up on weekends. It's on the main road leading to the park entrance…
Suwon
It ain't the Ritz, but these spacious dorms and doubles are the cheapest in town, sharing bathrooms and a communal kitchen with cooking facilities.
Jeollabuk-do
This basic camping ground (with showers) gets packed in October, but otherwise you can usually grab a spot.
