Korea Private Tour

Being big fans of Japan’s luxury ryokans in Kyoto, we are excited to recommend Korea’s version, the “hanok”. Both hanoks and ryokans are traditional inns conceived to provide the visitor with a complete cultural immersion experience. Hanoks and ryokans share similar characteristics: welcoming guests with a hot cup of green tea, a choice of western or Korean/Japanese breakfasts, futon-style bedding and a sincere sense of hospitality. Resembling an aristocratic home in the Chosun Dynasty (1392-1897), Rakkojae Hanok offers a quiet, tranquil Korean cultural experience, in the midst of the noise and traffic of bustling Seoul.

Being big fans of Japan’s luxury ryokans in Kyoto, we are excited to recommend Korea’s version, the “hanok”. Both hanoks and ryokans are traditional inns conceived to provide the visitor with a complete cultural immersion experience. Hanoks and ryokans share similar characteristics: welcoming guests with a hot cup of green tea, a choice of western or Korean/Japanese breakfasts, futon-style bedding and a sincere sense of hospitality. Resembling an aristocratic home in the Chosun Dynasty (1392-1897), Rakkojae Hanok offers a quiet, tranquil Korean cultural experience, in the midst of the noise and traffic of bustling Seoul.

This 70-room 5-Star hotel is ideally located near Mount Namsan, just 10 minutes from the downtown area. In addition to an incredible 12 dining establishments, The Banyan Tree features two pools, tennis and basketball courts, a golf range, and a fully equipped fitness center. Staying here in January, you may experience the skating rink that is converted from the outside pool during the winter. The Premier Suites are recommended; only two per floor with a 1033-1120 sq. ft. luxury space with nice views (including your own “relaxation” pool) overlooking the forests of Mansan. A major plus for staying here is The Banyan Tree Spa. Having stayed at several Banyan Tree properties throughout Asia, my family and I can attest to the Banyan’s unique, comprehensive spa services. All the therapists here (a number from Thailand) are trained at Banyan Tree Spa academy in Phuket, Thailand.

This 70-room 5-Star hotel is ideally located near Mount Namsan, just 10 minutes from the downtown area. In addition to an incredible 12 dining establishments, The Banyan Tree features two pools, tennis and basketball courts, a golf range, and a fully equipped fitness center. Staying here in January, you may experience the skating rink that is converted from the outside pool during the winter. The Premier Suites are recommended; only two per floor with a 1033-1120 sq. ft. luxury space with nice views (including your own “relaxation” pool) overlooking the forests of Mansan. A major plus for staying here is The Banyan Tree Spa. Having stayed at several Banyan Tree properties throughout Asia, my family and I can attest to the Banyan’s unique, comprehensive spa services. All the therapists here (a number from Thailand) are trained at Banyan Tree Spa academy in Phuket, Thailand.

The 269-room Park Hyatt Busan is a legitimate 5-Star hotel located in the Haeundae marine city overlooking the ocean and Gwangan Bridge. The rooms are quite large with aesthetically pleasing granite bathrooms (with tv’s), and all modern amenities. The very spacious spa, fitness, center and beautiful indoor pool project, a more futuristic design vs the other Busan hotel alternatives. A+ breakfast buffet!

The 269-room Park Hyatt Busan is a legitimate 5-Star hotel located in the Haeundae marine city overlooking the ocean and Gwangan Bridge. The rooms are quite large with aesthetically pleasing granite bathrooms (with tv’s), and all modern amenities. The very spacious spa, fitness, center and beautiful indoor pool project, a more futuristic design vs the other Busan hotel alternatives. A+ breakfast buffet!