Hwamyeong

Busan

Hwamyeong
Hwamyeong
Hwamyeong
Hwamyeong
Hwamyeong

Mountains and riverfront views create an atmosphere of being in the country in this northern Busan neighbourhood, far from the frenzy of the city centre.

Emerging from Hwamyeong subway station after a short trip from the city centre, you may find it hard to believe how close you are to Busan. Girded by mountains and the slow-moving Nakdong River, with a mostly residential population, Hwamyeong is the perfect place to relax and recover from a trip to downtown. Make this a home base from which to explore the high-rises to the south. Go from mountain to river and back again in a day and fall asleep to the sound of crickets outside your window.

Start the day with a run, skate or walk along the paths of the Waterfront Park, which overlooks Busan’s main waterway. Enjoy the wetland scenery or join a game of badminton or soccer taking place on the park’s many courts.

Get a sense of Hwamyeong’s connection with the water at the Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum, a fascinating lens onto the fishing heritage of Busan, including the opportunity to look at real catches and old technology still being used today.

Head into the nearby mountains, toward the forests. About 25 minutes’ drive northeast is the Hwamyeong Arboretum, a huge complex with hundreds of walking trails and a multilevel greenhouse showcasing both native Korean and foreign plants.

Hwamyeong, in northern Busan, is a 30-minute subway ride from most parts of downtown Busan. Get here in 45 minutes from Busan station. The airport is a 45-minute train ride away. Bus networks provide connections within Hwamyeong. Much of the construction in Hwamyeong is new and includes several international hotel chains. A recent cleanup project has revitalized the river, but swimming here is still not advisable.

In the summer, end the day at Hwamyeong Ecological Park Swimming Pool, where DJ concerts and food trucks keep the party going well into the evening.


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Hwamyeong Hotel Deals

BROWN-DOT HOTEL

BROWN-DOT HOTEL

3 out of 5
89 Geumgok-daero 303beon-gil, Buk-gu, Busan
The price is CA $65 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
CA $65
CA $72 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch and ...
BROWN-DOT HOTEL
Ananti at Busan Cove

Ananti at Busan Cove

5 out of 5
268-32, Gijanghaean-ro Gijang-eup, Busan
The price is CA $230 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
CA $230
CA $253 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice. Modern. Great staff. Beautiful area. Wonderful views."

Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2025

Ananti at Busan Cove
Lotte Hotel Busan

Lotte Hotel Busan

5 out of 5
772, Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, Busan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $149 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $149
CA $180 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,969 reviews)
"Close to subway; connected to Lotte Shopping Mall; tons of food options either in Lotte or nearby streets."

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

Lotte Hotel Busan
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2

2.5 out of 5
5, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 237beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
The price is CA $68 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
CA $68
CA $75 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Busan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,159 reviews)
"The staff are polite, but really don’t speak much English and if you ask them any questions, you won’t get an answer But, they can book a taxi and always smile."

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Signiel Busan

Signiel Busan

5 out of 5
30, Dalmaji-gil, Busan, Busan
The price is CA $280 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
CA $280
CA $338 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay is a pleasant. The bed is comfortable and the breakfast buffet has many varieties, the food quality is excellent!"

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Signiel Busan
Ananti At Busan Village

Ananti At Busan Village

5 out of 5
267-7 Gijanghaeanro Gijangeup Gijanggun, Busan, BUSAN
The price is CA $272 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
CA $272
CA $299 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Busan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Haeundae Beach and Songjeong Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"It was clean and modern!"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

Ananti At Busan Village
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Gangseo District

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Get to know Gangseo District and its many features like its restaurants and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Busan New Port and Daejeo Ecological Park, and you can jump on the metro at Gangseo-gu Office Station or Sports Park Station to get around the city.

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Yeonsan

During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Yeonsan
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Visitors to Yeonje-gu like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at City Hall Station or Mulmangol Station to see top sights like Busan Asiad Main Stadium while you're in the area.

Yeonje-gu
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Busanjin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.

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Seomyeon

Consider a visit to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch 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.

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