Gwangan-dong Travel Guide

Busan

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and a river.
A beach with people, a cityscape, and a mountain in the background.
A beach with umbrellas and people. There are tall buildings in the background.
A bridge, paddleboarders, and a thatched umbrella over water.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

Things to do

Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

฿836
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
Blueline Park Sky Capsule

Busan Top Coastal Highlights with Gamcheon Village & Sky Capsule

฿1,000
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Busan Top Coastal Highlights with Gamcheon Village & Sky Capsule
Picture 3 for Activity Busan: Coastal Wonders & Cultural Gems Tour opt. Sky Capsule

Busan: Top Coastal Highlights with Sky Capsule Full Day Tour

฿1,071
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Busan: Top Coastal Highlights with Sky Capsule Full Day Tour
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport

Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)

฿1,122
per adult
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

฿854
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

฿1,343
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
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Top hotels in Gwangan-dong

HOTEL GUESS WHO

HOTEL GUESS WHO

3 out of 5
181, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro Busan
The price is ฿3,695 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,695
per night
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Great spot on Gwangali beach. Amazing place for the price"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

HOTEL GUESS WHO
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington

3.5 out of 5
229, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu Busan
The price is ฿2,685 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿2,685
per night
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"All"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
Hotel Aqua Palace

Hotel Aqua Palace

4 out of 5
225, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu Busan Busan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,266 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,266
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Busan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (870 reviews)
"None of the amenities were included in the stay. not even gym or rooftop or pool"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hotel Aqua Palace
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil Busan
The price is ฿1,947 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿1,947
per night
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,230 reviews)
"Offer free face cleanser, moisturizer, toner, pyjamas….. the breakfast is different every day"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1

Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1

3 out of 5
12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu Busan Busan
The price is ฿1,886 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿1,886
per night
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Toyoko Inn Busan Station No.1
Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae

Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae

4 out of 5
46, Haeun-daero 570beon-gil, Haeundae-gu Busan
The price is ฿4,680 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,680
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Busan. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,743 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Shilla Stay Busan Haeundae
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Where to stay in Gwangan-dong

Find the best Gwangan-dong areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with people walking, a hotel named 'The Westin Chosun', and the ocean in the background.

Haeundae

Haeundae Beach and Haeundae Traditional Market are top sights in Haeundae, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station to see more sights in the area.

A staircase with red and blue lanterns, a lion statue, and a stone railing.

Seomyeon

Travellers choose Seomyeon for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station and check out top sights like Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.

A traditional pavilion with red pillars and a white tower in the background.

Nampo-dong

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

A nighttime view of a bridge with two towers and a lit roadway.

Yeongdo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Yeongdo. You might want to make time for a stop at Taejongdae Park or Korea National Maritime Museum.

A beach with umbrellas and people. There are tall buildings in the background.

Suyeong-gu

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.

Gwangan-dong Travel Guide