Where to Stay on Jeju Island (14 Best Hotels & Areas)

ByVictoria Philpott Last Updated:

Trying to work out where to stay on Jeju Island in South Korea? Here are the top areas and hotels for you to check out when you’re planning your trip…

what to do on jeju island

Jeju Island is a favourite destination for locals and international visitors thanks to its unique beaches and interesting volcanic landscape. It is located just off the south coast of mainland South Korea and can be reached via ferry and plane.

I travelled by plane and had a great few days driving round Jeju Island, exploring all the great things to do on the South Korean island.

Beaches of Jeju

There are many must-see points on the island, which is one of the reasons you have to be a big strategical when it comes to choosing your accommodation on Jeju Island. It’s also a relatively big area, especially if you want to see as much as possible – you need to be prepared!

Let me help you find the best area in Jeju Island for you, to ensure your trip goes as smoothly as possible.

Key areas for hotels on Jeju Island

  • Jeju City
  • Jungmun
  • Seogwipo City
  • Seongsan

Best Places to Stay on Jeju Island

If you’re wondering where to stay on Jeju Island, take a look at these great hotels…

Places to stay in Jeju City

All visitors to the island will land at Jeju City, it’s where the airport and the seaport are located. Being in this area is a little different – sometimes, it doesn’t feel like you are on an island until you see some tourists walking around with their sunhats and beach bags or you can see the ocean from your window.

It’s a hectic metropolis.

Jeju City has everything; from shopping malls, water parks, casinos, and international and local restaurants. It’s also the most lively and vibrant area on the island. If you prefer the convenience and unlimited things to do, this might be the best place to stay on Jeju Island for you. But, if you want the glorious beaches, then you might want to skip to the next section of Jeju accommodation.

1. Lotte City Hotel Jeju

hotels in Jeju Island

A sophisticated hotel located in the heart of Jeju City offering comfortable beds, a well-equipped gym, and a rooftop pool with the best view in the city. The rooms in Lotte City Hotel have modernistic infused with minimalism in mind. This is the best hotel if you want to be in the centre, but also have a pool too.