4 Best Hotels in Busan, South Korea

Thanks to its Haeundae Beach location, the Paradise Hotel has unrivaled sea views and a resort-like vibe, especially during the summer months. The main building was given a face-lift, so the rooms here are a tad pricier than those in the nearby annex. All rooms and suites have a fresh look, with modern, Asian-inspired accents, and a décor of soothing shades of muted green and red. Opt for the less expensive rooms with views of the city and enjoy a lovely view of the sea from the pool or outdoor hot spring. The on-site European and Japanese restaurants make for a nice change from Korean cuisine.

Located at the end of Haeundae Beach, near the entrance to Dongbaek Island's peaceful Nurimaru Park, this may well be one of the best situated hotels in the city. Rooms are spacious, tastefully decorated with modern furniture in neutral tones, and have either city or sea views. There are several decent on-site restaurants and a nice Irish pub with fantastic views across the bay. An extra bonus is the garden tucked out back with grills for cooking out.

With a rooftop saltwater pool, indoor pool, waterslide, sauna, spa, and hot spring bath, the Hotel Aqua Palace is the reigning king of the Gwangalli strip. The beachfront location is both central and unbeatable, and while the rooms may not win any awards for design, they're clean, airy, and comfortable, with big windows offering awesome ocean views.  

This Gwangalli hotel occupies a 17-story building that's among the tallest on the beach strip, with many of the bright, comfortable, and exceptionally clean rooms offering breathtaking ocean views. The hotel's main selling point is its location, as it's smack-dab in the middle of the beach road, with the ocean sands just seconds from its front door. The area is also packed with cafes, bars, and eateries, which means you'll have everything you need in short walking distances.