Busan

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Dongpirang Village featuring general coastal views, a house and a bay or harbor
Busan featuring landscape views, a bridge and night scenes
Chungnyeolsa showing wildflowers, a park and heritage elements
Gwangalli Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Busan which includes outdoor eating and night scenes as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Busan

Haeundae which includes general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

Haeundae

4.5/5(300 area reviews)

Famous for its stunning beach, Haeundae also boasts the scenic Dalmaji Hill and Dongbaek Island. Enjoy shopping malls and movie theaters near Haeundae Station, with easy access via Busan Subway Line 2.

Haeundae
Busan Citizens Park featuring heritage elements, a garden and wildflowers

Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Seven Luck Casino and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seomyeon. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station.

Seomyeon
Jagalchi Fish Market showing food and markets

Nampo-dong

Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.

Nampo-dong
Jung District which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Jung-gu

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Travelers choose Jung-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Jungang Station or Nampo Station and check out top sights like Busan Tower.

Jung-gu
Yeongdo which includes boating, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Yeongdo

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Located on Yeong Island, Yeongdo District boasts the Korea Maritime and Ocean University and the National Maritime Museum of Korea, offering a unique experience for travelers.

Yeongdo
Gwangalli Beach showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Suyeong-gu

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.

Suyeong-gu
Paradise Hotel Busan
Paradise Hotel Busan
5 out of 5
296, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Busan
The price is SAR 553 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
SAR 553
SAR 677 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 January 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,410 reviews)
"Paradise lives up to its name. A very beautiful hotel/casino within a minutes walk from the nightlife district of Haeundae. The outdoor heated pool and spa were amazing even in-4 degree weather. Staff were super friendly and helpful all spoke English as well. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Paradise Hotel Busan
Ananti at Busan Cove
Ananti at Busan Cove
5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is SAR 684 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
SAR 684
SAR 752 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 January 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Songjeong Beach and Paradise Casino are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Some of the furnishings in the room have started to peel off"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Ananti at Busan Cove
Shilla Stay Haeundae Beach BEXCO
Shilla Stay Haeundae Beach BEXCO
4 out of 5
46, Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is SAR 333 per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
SAR 333
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,737 reviews)
"Stunning view and conveniently located. No major issues."

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Shilla Stay Haeundae Beach BEXCO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
LCT Residence
LCT Residence
4 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil,, Busan, Busan
Stay at this 4-star condo in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Paradise Casino are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (386 reviews)
"객실: 전망이 매우 좋았습니다. 58층 오션뷰 위치: 블루레일과 도보 5분 이내로 가까운 점이 큰 장점이었습니다. 직원: 친절합니다. 예약을 희망했던 방이 있었는데, 체크인 전 해덩 객실에 문제가 있는것이 확인되어 객실을 업그레이드 받았습니다. 가격: 타 호텔/레지던스와 비교할 때 만족할만한 수준입니다."

Reviewed on 24 December 2024

LCT Residence
NewCZ Osiria Residence
NewCZ Osiria Residence
4.5 out of 5
17 Dongbusangwangwang 7-ro Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, Busan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a theme park shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
Modern Apartment Style Stay
"The place was very modern with all the cool appliances. Very clean and nice rooms and bathrooms. Would stay again if I visit Busan again in the future"

Reviewed on 2 December 2024

NewCZ Osiria Residence
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
4 out of 5
30 Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Stay at this 4-star residence in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay ."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

NEWCZ HAEUNDAE RESIDENCE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Busan

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
239
" "5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
144
" "4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
25
" "3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Dennis

Best city in South Korea

5/5 - Excellent

Ness

A lot of great places to visit. A variety of food. It's a city surrounded by beautiful mountains and located right next to the ocean. There are plenty of nice beaches to visit, such as Songjung where you can surf as well.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lots of good foods, awesome options of public transportation, easy access to everything you can imagine. The city offered a nice comfortable atmosphere for travelers to find everything they want easy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Still my favorite city in the WORLD!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Busan offers tons of great foods in a reasonable price, super friendly people, and the area has a feel like I’m back in Seoul 20 years ago; people are still friendly and traditional markets are packed with so much foods and goods!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

So much culture. And the light festival was very pretty.