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Where to stay in Busan: accommodation guide with Gwangan Bridge and coastline view

Where to Stay in Busan: Best Areas and Hotels for Every Trip

6 areasWhere to stay guide

Where to stay in Busan, Korea, comes down to the area more than the hotel. Busan is a long, hilly port city: the beaches (Haeundae, Gwangalli, Songjeong) are in the east, the markets and the old town (Nampo and Jagalchi) are in the west, and Seomyeon sits in the middle where the two main subway lines cross.

We stayed in Gwangalli in April 2026, in a small studio facing Gwangan Bridge that we booked on Booking.com, and on Saturday night we watched the drone show from our window.

Below we compare Busan hotels and other Busan accommodation across six areas: who each area suits, how you get there from Gimhae Airport or Busan Station, and a rough nightly price. How you arrive matters.

Most long-haul visitors land at Incheon near Seoul and ride the KTX to Busan Station; flights from Japan, China and Southeast Asia land directly at Gimhae International Airport (PUS). If you are wondering where to stay in Busan for the first time, the short answer is Haeundae; the longer answer, by arrival and travel style, is in the area cards and the questions at the end. For what to see once you are there, read our things to do in Busan  guide.

Where to stay in Busan: which area suits you

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AreaBest forLocationHotels
HaeundaeFirst-timers and beach loversAbout 70 minutes from the airport by light rail and subway; Limousine 1 busSee hotels  Ad
GwangalliCouples, anyone who wants evenings by the seaAbout 50 minutes from the airport by light rail and subwaySee hotels  Ad
SeomyeonTravellers who will cover the city by subwayAbout 30 minutes from the airport by light rail and subway; Limousine 2 busSee hotels  Ad
Nampo and Jung-guMarket and street food lovers, budget travellersFrom the airport by light rail and subway, with two changesSee hotels  Ad
Around Busan StationTravellers arriving from Seoul by KTX, short staysKTX and subway Line 1 in the same place; about 3 hours from Seoul by KTXSee hotels  Ad
Songjeong and GijangTravellers who want quiet, surfers, temple visitorsLimousine 1 bus runs to Gijang; Donghae LineSee hotels  Ad

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The best areas to stay in Busan

6 areas · nightly rates

Haeundae

If it is your first time in Busan, Haeundae is the easiest choice. The beach, Busan X the Sky, the Sky Capsule and Dongbaek Park are all within walking distance, and most of the Haeundae beach hotels, from big chains to mid-range towers, line the seafront. See hotels in Haeundae  AdFrom Haeundae station on Line 2 it is a few minutes' walk to the sand; VisitKorea points you to exits 3 and 5.

From the airport it takes about 70 minutes by light rail and subway. According to Busan Metropolitan City, the Limousine 1 bus stops at Haeundae Beach and crosses Gwangan Bridge on the way to the airport; the adult fare is 9,500 won and cash is not accepted.

The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩80,000–225,000, from mid-range to high.

  • Busan's best-known beach, a short walk from Haeundae station on subway Line 2
  • The Limousine 1 airport bus stops at Haeundae Beach
  • Crowded in summer; beachfront hotels are expensive

Nightly rate: 80,000–225,000 ₩

Best for: First-timers, beach lovers, families

Trade-offs: Very busy in summer; beachfront rooms cost the most

Vibe: Big beach, skyscrapers

From Gimhae Airport: About 70 min by light rail and subway; Limousine 1 bus

From Busan Station: Subway Line 1, change to Line 2 at Seomyeon

Good to know: beachfront rooms fill up early in July and August. If a beach view is not essential, hotels a street or two inland are cheaper and often closer to the subway.

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Three hotels to look at in Haeundae

  • L7 Haeundae by Lotte Hotels: a 4-star hotel about 200 m from Haeundae Beach, according to its Booking.com listing.
  • Shilla Stay Haeundae: about 230 m from the beach and 200 m from the Busan Aquarium, with sea or city views. Check Shilla Stay Haeundae prices  Ad
  • Grand Josun Busan: on the beachfront road, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, for a 5-star stay facing the sand. Check Grand Josun Busan prices  Ad
We didn't stay in Haeundae; we came over from Gwangalli for the beach and X the Sky. The hotel details come from their Booking.com listings. Watch Haeundae from 1:10 in our Busan vlog 
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Gwangalli

If you want to spend your evenings by the sea, watching the bridge lights and the Saturday drone show, stay in Gwangalli. We did, in a small studio facing the bridge, and watched the show from our room. A Gwangalli hotel with a bridge view is the most Busan way to wake up. See hotels near Gwangalli Beach  AdThe seafront is lined with cafés and restaurants, and the beach is smaller and calmer than Haeundae.

According to VisitKorea, the beach is about 700 m from exits 3 and 5 of Gwangan station on Line 2. From the airport it takes about 50 minutes by light rail and subway; the airport limousine buses do not stop here. The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩80,000–175,000, with bridge-view rooms near the top of the range.

  • A seafront facing Gwangan Bridge, with a drone show on Saturday nights
  • About 10 minutes' walk from Gwangan station on subway Line 2
  • The seafront is packed on Saturday evenings

Nightly rate: 80,000–175,000 ₩

Best for: Couples, evenings by the sea

Trade-offs: The seafront is packed on Saturday nights

Vibe: Bridge views, seafront

From Gimhae Airport: About 50 min by light rail and subway

From Busan Station: Subway Line 1, change to Line 2 at Seomyeon

Good to know: if you want to watch the show from your room, check the listing photos to make sure the bridge is in view; not every "sea view" room faces the bridge.

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Three hotels to look at in Gwangalli

  • Gwanganli Hotel 1: on the seafront road, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, about 1.1 km from Gwangan Bridge, with some sea-view rooms.
  • H Avenue Gwanganri Beach: a simple 2-star hotel about 200 m from Gwangalli Beach, with a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Check H Avenue Gwanganri Beach prices  Ad
  • Ocean 2Heaven Hotel: in the same building, about 200 m from the beach, with a shared kitchen and free parking. Check Ocean 2Heaven Hotel prices  Ad
The drone show runs on Saturday evenings; confirm the time and any cancellations on VisitBusan. Watch Gwangalli from 13:53 in our Busan vlog 
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Seomyeon

If you plan to cover the whole city by subway, stay in Seomyeon. According to VisitBusan, Lines 1 and 2 meet here at the network's biggest transfer station, with shopping streets and food alleys around it. A Seomyeon hotel also suits groups and anyone arriving by train, since Busan Station is a straight ride on Line 1. See hotels in Seomyeon  AdFrom the airport, take the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail to Sasang and Line 2 to Seomyeon, about 30 minutes in all.

The Limousine 2 bus stops at Seomyeon station (Lotte Department Store); the adult fare is 6,000 won. The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩100,000–215,000.

  • Where subway Lines 1 and 2 cross: the city's biggest transfer hub
  • About 30 minutes from the airport by light rail and subway; Limousine 2 bus
  • Not on the sea

Nightly rate: 100,000–215,000 ₩

Best for: Getting everywhere by subway, groups, shoppers

Trade-offs: No sea; the beaches are a subway ride away

Vibe: Downtown, subway hub

From Gimhae Airport: About 30 min by light rail and subway; Limousine 2 bus

From Busan Station: Subway Line 1, no change

Good to know: Seomyeon station is huge and has many exits. Check on the map which exit your hotel is near before you book; hunting for the right exit with a suitcase is tiring.

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Three hotels to look at in Seomyeon

  • Lotte Hotel Busan: a 5-minute walk from Seomyeon station, and reachable through the underground shopping arcade.
  • Busan Business Hotel: just under 10 minutes' walk from Seomyeon and Buam stations, with free on-site parking. Check Busan Business Hotel prices  Ad
  • Travel Light Hostel: a hostel in central Seomyeon with a shared kitchen and luggage storage, good for solo travellers. Check Travel Light Hostel prices  Ad
We didn't stay in Seomyeon; this section is compiled from VisitBusan, VisitKorea, Busan Metropolitan City and the hotels' Booking.com listings. You reach the beaches and Gwangalli by subway.
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Nampo and Jung-gu

If you want markets, street food and the old town on your doorstep, stay in Nampo. Gamcheon Culture Village and Songdo are a short ride away, and Busan's oldest shopping streets are here.

It is also one of the cheapest of the six areas. See hotels near Nampo and Jagalchi Market  AdAccording to VisitBusan, Jagalchi Market is a 6-minute walk from exit 2 of Nampo station or exit 10 of Jagalchi station on Line 1.

From the airport you need the light rail and the subway with two changes; check the time in a map app. Busan Station is a few stops away on Line 1 with no change. The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩65,000–145,000.

  • Jagalchi Fish Market, BIFF Square and Busan Tower within walking distance
  • Nampo and Jagalchi stations on subway Line 1
  • No beach views; a long way from Haeundae

Nightly rate: 65,000–145,000 ₩

Best for: Street food and market fans, budget travellers

Trade-offs: No beach views; a long way from Haeundae

Vibe: Markets, old town

From Gimhae Airport: Light rail and subway, two changes

From Busan Station: Subway Line 1, a few stops, no change

Good to know: if you plan to spend evenings in Haeundae or Gwangalli, keep an eye on the last subway; it is a long ride between the two ends of the city.

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Three hotels to look at in Nampo

  • Stanford Hotel Busan: under 5 minutes' walk from Jagalchi station and the market, with sea or city views.
  • Nampo Hound Hotel Premier: on Bosu-daero in Jung-gu, with a garden, a terrace and some city-view balconies. Check Nampo Hound Hotel Premier prices  Ad
  • Wyndham Grand Busan: just west of Nampo in Seo-gu, about 700 m from Songdo Beach, for a bigger hotel near the old town. Check Wyndham Grand Busan prices  Ad
We didn't stay in Nampo; we came on a day trip and walked around Jagalchi and BIFF Square. Watch the Nampo side from 10:05 in our Busan vlog 
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Around Busan Station

If you are coming from Seoul by train for a short stay, or catching an early train the next morning, a Busan hotel near the train station is the most practical choice: you walk to your hotel in a few minutes with your bags.

Ferries from Japan also arrive nearby, at the Busan Port International Passenger Terminal. See hotels near Busan Station  AdAccording to VisitKorea, the KTX from Seoul Station to Busan Station takes about 3 hours, and Busan Metropolitan City notes that subway Line 1 continues from the station.

Nampo and Seomyeon are on Line 1 with no change; Haeundae and Gwangalli need a change to Line 2 at Seomyeon. The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩80,000–135,000.

  • Busan stop for KTX and SRT trains, with subway Line 1 in the same place
  • About 3 hours from Seoul by KTX
  • Quiet in the evening, far from the beaches

Nightly rate: 80,000–135,000 ₩

Best for: KTX arrivals from Seoul, short stays, early trains

Trade-offs: Quiet in the evening, far from the beaches

Vibe: Practical, transport

From Gimhae Airport: Light rail and subway, two changes

From Busan Station: On foot

Good to know: if your train times are fixed, use this area only for your first or last night; the nights in between show you more of Busan by the sea.

More about this area

Three hotels to look at near Busan Station

One stop south, Toyoko Inn Busan Jungang Station is an 8-minute walk from Jungang station on Line 1. Check Toyoko Inn Busan Jungang Station prices  AdWe didn't stay in this area; the details come from VisitKorea, Busan Metropolitan City and the hotels' Booking.com listings. The streets right around the station are mostly business and transport, so for an evening walk head to Nampo or the seafront.
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Songjeong and Gijang

If you want a quiet beach away from the city crowds, or a Busan resort for a few nights, stay in Songjeong and Gijang, east of Haeundae. The Blueline Park beach train runs on a 4.8 km stretch of old railway between Mipo in Haeundae and Songjeong. See hotels in Songjeong and Gijang  AdAccording to VisitBusan, it is a 15 to 20-minute walk from Songjeong station to the beach, and buses 139 and 1001 run from exit 1 of Osiria station to Haedong Yonggungsa.

According to Busan Metropolitan City, the Limousine 1 bus starts in Gijang and runs to the airport via Haeundae. The lowest nightly rates on Booking.com without dates were mostly ₩50,000–175,000; the range is wide because small guesthouses and big resorts share the same list.

  • Quiet Songjeong Beach, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and the Osiria side
  • Songjeong and Osiria stations on the Donghae Line
  • Far from the centre, few evening options

Nightly rate: 50,000–175,000 ₩

Best for: Peace and quiet, surfing, Haedong Yonggungsa, resort stays

Trade-offs: Far from the centre; few evening options

Vibe: Quiet coast, temple, resorts

From Gimhae Airport: Limousine 1 bus runs out to Gijang

From Busan Station: Subway and Donghae Line, at least two changes

Good to know: without a car, check how far your hotel is from a Donghae Line station; some places are a bus or taxi ride away.

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Three hotels to look at in Songjeong and Gijang

  • H Avenue Songjeong: a few steps from Songjeong Beach, with a 24-hour front desk.
  • Elmomento Osiria: about 1.5 km from Songjeong Beach, with family rooms and kitchen facilities. Check Elmomento Osiria prices  Ad
  • Ananti at Busan Cove: a resort on the Gijang coast with an outdoor pool and a fitness centre; Limousine 1 stops at its back gate. Check Ananti at Busan Cove prices  Ad
We didn't stay on this side; we saw the Sky Capsule and Blueline Park from Haeundae. This section is compiled from VisitBusan, Busan Metropolitan City and the hotels' Booking.com listings.
Hotels in Songjeong and Gijang  Ad
Nightly rates by area
Songjeong and Gijang50,000–175,000 ₩Nampo and Jung-gu65,000–145,000 ₩Haeundae80,000–225,000 ₩Gwangalli80,000–175,000 ₩Around Busan Station80,000–135,000 ₩Seomyeon100,000–215,000 ₩
Check-in and check-out times
Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00

These are typical times and vary by hotel, so check the exact hours in your booking.

Where we stayed

1 place
Where we stayed

Our Bridge-View Studio in Gwangalli

Gwangalli, right on the seafront
ViewGwangan Bridge
Stylesmall studio, holiday rental
Booked onBooking.com

This is where we stayed in Busan: a small studio in Gwangalli facing Gwangan Bridge, which we booked on Booking.com. It is a holiday rental, not a hotel.

Halil's Notes

  • View: Gwangan Bridge straight out of the window. On Saturday night we watched the drone show from our room without going down to the beach.
  • Room: a small studio, but it had everything we needed at home.
  • Location: right in front of the beach; in the evenings we walked along the seafront and watched the bridge lights.
  • Best for: travellers who want to spend their evenings by the sea and see the show away from the crowd.
  • Video: See the studio and the bridge view from 14:34 in our Busan vlog .

Looking for something similar? Check in the listing photos that the bridge really is visible from the window, and check the check-in time; rentals usually hand over keys with a keypad door code.

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Luxury and 5-Star Hotels in Busan

  • Most are in Haeundae, along the beach and in Marine City
  • One big chain hotel in Seomyeon, next to the subway
  • Prices change a lot by date and peak in summer

Haeundae · Dalmaji-gil, LCT Tower

If you are looking for luxury hotels in Busan or the best Busan hotels for a special stay, most of the 5-star hotels in Busan are in Haeundae, at either end of the beach and in Marine City, with one in Seomyeon and a resort on the Gijang coast. We didn't stay at any of these; the locations below come from the hotels' Booking.com listings, so check the price for your own dates.

Signiel Busan

At the east end of Haeundae Beach, on floors 3 to 19 of LCT Tower, with 260 rooms looking over Haeundae and Gwangan Bridge.Check Signiel Busan prices  Ad

Park Hyatt Busan

Haeundae · Marine City

Among the Marine City towers next to Busan Marina, about 2 km from Haeundae Beach, with a sky lobby on the 30th floor. Limousine 1 from the airport stops here.Check Park Hyatt Busan prices  Ad

Paradise Hotel Busan

Haeundae · beachfront road

Right on Haeundae Beach, with an outdoor spa and some sea-view balconies; walking distance to the subway and the Limousine 1 stop.Check Paradise Hotel Busan prices  Ad

The Westin Josun Busan

Haeundae · Dongbaek-ro

At the west end of Haeundae Beach beside Dongbaek Park, with views of the beach and Marine City.Check The Westin Josun Busan prices  Ad

Grand Josun Busan

Haeundae · beachfront road

On the same seafront road as the Paradise, facing the beach.Check Grand Josun Busan prices  Ad

Lotte Hotel Busan

Seomyeon · 5 min walk to the subway

Linked to Seomyeon station through the underground shopping arcade: for travellers who want the subway and shopping rather than the sea.Check Lotte Hotel Busan prices  Ad

Ananti at Busan Cove

Gijang coast · Limousine 1 stop

A coastal resort with an outdoor pool, east of Haeundae: the choice if you want a Busan resort rather than a city hotel.Check Ananti at Busan Cove prices  Ad
In the 4-star bracket, L7 Haeundae by Lotte Hotels is about 200 m from the beach. Check L7 Haeundae prices  Ad

Good to know: "5-star" on booking sites is not always the official Korean hotel grade, so check the hotel's own site if the grade matters to you.

Studios, Apartments and Hostels

  • Studios: in the beach areas, often with a view
  • Apartments: with a kitchen, cheaper for longer stays
  • Hostels: in subway areas such as Seomyeon and Nampo
  • Resorts: on the Gijang coast, for pure rest

In Busan it can pay to look beyond hotels. We rented a small studio in Gwangalli instead of a hotel and booked it on Booking.com, with no need for a Busan Airbnb; many holiday rentals are listed there too. If you are staying four nights or more, or travelling as a group, an apartment often gets you more space for the same money.

Which Option Suits Whom

  • Studio: couples or solo travellers who want a view. Check-in time and key handover are the two things that most often cause problems.
  • Apartment: four nights or more, for travellers who want a kitchen. A kitchen means you can shop at the market and have breakfast at home.
  • Hostel: solo and budget travellers. Filter by property type on Booking.com and check whether the listing is a dorm bed or a private room.
  • Resort: a few nights of rest on the Songjeong and Gijang side; do the rest of your sightseeing from an area close to the subway.
To see every type of Busan accommodation in one list: See all places to stay in Busan  Ad

For rentals, message the host before you book about check-in time and how you get the keys; most use a keypad door code. Small, family-run places can have trouble with foreign cards and late check-ins, so sort both out in advance.

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Where to stay in Busan: your questions answered

Where should I stay in Busan for the first time?

In Haeundae. The beach, Busan X the Sky, the Sky Capsule and Dongbaek Park are all within walking distance, subway Line 2 and the airport limousine bus stop at the door, and most of the big chain hotels line the beach.

If you would rather reach every part of the city by subway, choose Seomyeon; if you want bridge views in the evening, choose Gwangalli. We stayed in Gwangalli.

Which is the best area to stay in Busan?

It depends on how you travel. For a first trip and a beach holiday, Haeundae. For couples and evenings by the sea, Gwangalli. For getting around by subway, Seomyeon. For markets, street food and a lower budget, Nampo.

For an early KTX or a one-night stop, Busan Station. For quiet, resorts and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Songjeong and Gijang. For three nights or more, Haeundae or Gwangalli suits most people, since both are on subway Line 2 and a few stops apart.

Haeundae or Gwangalli?

Haeundae for the big beach, the big hotels and an easy first trip; Gwangalli for a calmer seafront, the view of Gwangan Bridge and the Saturday drone show.

Both are on subway Line 2, a few stops apart, so you can stay in one and spend an evening in the other. We stayed in a bridge-view studio in Gwangalli and went over to Haeundae for the beach and X the Sky.

I'm flying into Seoul Incheon. Where should I stay in Busan?

Most long-haul flights to Korea land at Incheon. From the airport, the AREX airport railroad runs to Seoul Station, and KTX trains run from Seoul Station to Busan Station in about 3 hours, according to VisitKorea; journey times vary by train, so check the timetable on the Korail website or the Korail Talk app.

Arriving by train, the Busan Station area is the easiest first night, and Seomyeon and Nampo are a few stops away on Line 1 with no change. For a stay of more than two nights, move on to Haeundae or Gwangalli, where Busan feels most like a seaside city. Check the entry rules on our South Korea visa and K-ETA  page before you fly.

How do I get from Gimhae Airport to my hotel?

There are two public options. The first is the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail to Sasang, changing to subway Line 2; VisitKorea gives about 30 minutes to Seomyeon, 50 to Gwangalli and 70 to Haeundae. The second is the airport limousine bus. According to Busan Metropolitan City, Limousine 1 runs to Haeundae and on to Jangsan or Gijang, stopping at Haeundae Beach, Park Hyatt Busan and the Osiria side, with an adult fare of 9,500 won; Limousine 2 runs to Seomyeon and Bujeon, adult fare 6,000 won since January 2026.

Cash is not accepted: book on the Bustago app, buy at the kiosk on the first floor of the airport (Gate 4), or pay with a transit or credit card if seats are left. Check the current timetable in the Bustago app or at the bus counter in the arrivals hall. If you prefer a private car: See Gimhae Airport transfers  Ad

Is there a good Busan hotel near the airport?

Gimhae Airport is on the western edge of the city, and none of the six areas on this page is next to it. For a late arrival or an early flight, Seomyeon is the closest central base: about 30 minutes by light rail and subway, with the Limousine 2 bus as a direct option. From Haeundae and Gijang allow considerably more time, especially at rush hour.

How much are hotels in Busan?

Hotels in Busan, Korea, are priced in Korean won. The lowest nightly rates Booking.com showed without dates, as of October 2026, were mostly in these ranges: Nampo ₩65,000–145,000, Busan Station ₩80,000–135,000, Gwangalli ₩80,000–175,000, Seomyeon ₩100,000–215,000, Haeundae ₩80,000–225,000, and Songjeong and Gijang ₩50,000–175,000, where small guesthouses and big resorts share the same list.

Prices rise in July and August and in the weeks of the Korean holidays Chuseok and Seollal, so book early for those dates. For current prices on your dates: See all Busan hotels and prices  Ad

Busan Airbnb or hotel?

For a short stay and a first visit, a hotel brings fewer surprises. For a view, a kitchen or a longer stay, a rental apartment or studio makes sense. We booked our Gwangalli studio on Booking.com rather than Airbnb; many Busan holiday rentals are listed there too. Whichever you use, ask the host about check-in time and how you get the keys before you book.

Are there hostels in Busan?

Yes, mostly in areas close to the subway such as Seomyeon, Nampo and Haeundae. On Booking.com, filter by property type and check in the listing whether you are booking a dorm bed or a private room. If you travel solo, being close to the subway saves you more time than a cheaper room saves you money.

Where should I stay to watch the Gwangalli drone show from my room?

In a room on the Gwangalli Beach seafront facing Gwangan Bridge. That is what we had, and on Saturday night we watched the show from our window without going down to the beach.

"Sea view" in a listing is not enough: check the photos to make sure the bridge is actually in view. Shows can be cancelled in bad weather, so check the schedule on the day. Watch the drone show at 16:10 in our Busan vlog .

Is there a beach resort in Busan?

Yes, on the Gijang coast east of Haeundae. Ananti at Busan Cove sits right on the coast with an outdoor pool, and the Osiria side has newer resort-style hotels with family rooms.

Limousine 1 from the airport stops at the Ananti Cove back gate and at Osiria. It is far from the centre, so two nights of resort time plus the rest of your stay in Haeundae or Gwangalli works best.

What should I check before booking?

Subway: which station and which exit the hotel is near; most sightseeing in Busan is by subway. Payment: chain hotels are usually fine with foreign cards, small guesthouses sometimes are not. Season: book early for summer and the Korean holiday weeks. Free cancellation: tick the filter so a flight change doesn't cost you.

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