5 ideal hotels for restful stay during autumn

By Jun Ji-hye

Despite the continued uncertainty in travel conditions due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, people may not be able to stop wishing to travel to see the incredible fall colors in Korea.

Korea boasts vibrant autumn colors such as reds and oranges as tree-covered mountains account for nearly 70 percent of its territory.

For those seeking a travel experience to help them relax and unwind, Booking.com, a global online travel agency that offers various accommodation options around the world, has selected five hotels here where travelers can find moments of peace and rest during the holiday season.

Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju

Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju / Courtesy of Booking.com

Haevichi Hotel & Resort Jeju located in Seogwipo, Jeju Island, is a perfect place to relax while enjoying Jeju's autumn scenery with Mount Halla and the ocean in the background.

Especially, as the hotel is situated near coastal roads, tourists can easily go for a drive and have the tranquil sea in their sight. In addition, the hotel features various facilities such as restaurants that offer dishes made from local ingredients, a spa where guests can relax and a year-round heated pool.

Travelers can also take a quick tour to natural attractions, such as beautiful silver grass fields, tangerine farms and Bijarim Forest by participating in the hotel's outdoor programs run all year round.

Grabel Hotel Jeju

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Located on the northern shoreline of Jeju Island, Grabel Hotel Jeju offers the unfiltered view of Jeju's only shingle beach made up of gravel stones.

Also, the hotel is only a five-minute drive from Ihotewu Beach, one of the most popular tourist attractions on the resort island, and a seven-minute drive from Mount Dansan, which is not too steep to climb, but still presents visitors with a spectacular view.

Therefore, it is definitely one of Jeju Island's best places to enjoy both the mountains and the ocean.

Staying at this hotel, guests can enjoy the modern and comfortable atmosphere at reasonable prices. Furthermore, as the hotel has suites equipped with playrooms, it is an accommodation choice suitable for families traveling with children.

Park Hyatt Busan

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Park Hyatt Busan, which is considered one of Busan's landmarks with its views of the ocean and Gwangan Bridge, offers various package deals for guests seeking complete relaxation.

Particularly, the “Bed and Spa at the Park” package, which includes a comfortable stay in a cozy guestroom and exquisite body massage, will be sure to soothe a mind and body stressed from daily life.

For those who wish to make their restful stay more romantic, the “Romance at the Park” package, which provides a bottle of sparkling wine and truffle chocolates as well as a comfortable, private in-room breakfast, is highly recommended.

InterContinental Alpensia PyeongChang Resort

InterContinental Alpensia PyeongChang Resort / Courtesy of Booking.com

The InterContinental Alpensia PyeongChang Resort is situated close to Daegwallyeong in Gangwon Province, an ideal getaway spot to breathe in autumn breezes and enjoy the autumn scenery.

The family-friendly culture and leisure complex was selected as the PyeongChang Winter Olympics' official family hotel in 2018.

The name Alpensia Resort stands for the Alps in Asia. As implied in its name, the resort not only boasts scenic natural landscapes around it, but also features ski slopes, a water park and golf courses.

In addition, Woljeong Temple where some of Korea's national treasures are preserved, Mount Odae surrounding the temple, ranches where visitors can interact with nature and animals and the East Sea are all located nearby, making it the perfect accommodation for travelers to recharge themselves by relishing the romantic moments of autumn.

Kensington Resort Seorak Valley

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Aspiring to be “a healing forest in little Switzerland,” Kensington Resort Seorak Valley is a place that will make guests feel like they're in an idyllic rural village in Europe.

At this resort, tourist can fully enjoy relaxation, while viewing the beautiful scenery of Mount Seorak.

The resort offers interactive outdoor programs at a sheep ranch, a deer farm called Deer Valley, the water deck in Cheonjin Stream and on the trekking trail around Hwaam Temple, making it a perfect place for guests to relax in nature.

Furthermore, all guest rooms are in the form of stand-alone houses, allowing guests to indulge in private relaxation.