Lotte Hotel Busan is the city's downtown luxury address, rising above Seomyeon, the crossroads where Busan's two main subway lines meet. It offers sixteen room types, from Superior and Deluxe rooms to Premier and Club categories, Junior Suites and Deluxe Suites, in king, double, twin and family twin layouts. It suits travellers who want comfort, services and shopping at the doorstep rather than a beach setting.
Location and getting around
Seomyeon Station is about a two-minute walk, so Line 1 and Line 2 are right beneath you. Line 2 reaches Haeundae and Gwangalli in around half an hour, and Line 1 runs to Nampo-dong, Jagalchi and the Busan Station area. Buam and Busan Bujeon stations are walkable, and Gimhae Airport is about a twenty-five minute drive, with an airport shuttle available on request.
The hotel connects directly to a department store and underground shopping arcade, which is useful on wet days. The streets around Seomyeon are loud and busy at night, so ask for a high floor if you are a light sleeper.
Rooms and facilities
Expect modern, spacious rooms with comfortable beds, and Club-level rooms with lounge access for those who want extra service. The indoor pool sits under a glass dome, a heated outdoor pool is open through the seasons for a separate fee, and there is a spa with a jacuzzi and a fitness center with a large machine range.
There is also an indoor golf range and a casino open to foreign guests. Four restaurants, a coffee shop and meeting rooms round out the services. Breakfast is a buffet charged separately, so check whether your rate includes it. Parking is valet for a fee, which is worth knowing if you are driving.
Who it suits and what to know: business travellers, shoppers, first-timers who want the subway at the door and families who like a full-service hotel. It is not on the beach, so beach-focused guests may prefer Haeundae, but the trade-off is excellent connectivity and plenty of dining and nightlife within walking distance.
Check-in is from mid-afternoon with late arrivals accepted, and check-out is at eleven. A photo ID and a card or deposit are normally required at the desk, and guests must be adults. Rates tend to dip in the quieter months, and the airport shuttle needs booking at least two days ahead.
Why stay here
- ✓Seomyeon Station two minutes away
- ✓Indoor domed pool and heated outdoor pool
- ✓Spa with jacuzzi
- ✓Fitness center and indoor golf
- ✓Four restaurants and a coffee shop
- ✓Connected department store and arcade
- ✓Club rooms and suites
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
Good questions
Is Lotte Hotel Busan close to the beach?+
No, it is in central Seomyeon. Haeundae and Gwangalli are about half an hour away by subway, so it suits city-focused stays.
How do I get to the hotel from the airport?+
It is about a twenty-five minute drive from Gimhae Airport, and a paid shuttle can be arranged in advance. Taxis and the airport rail line with a transfer also work.
Is breakfast included?+
Not usually. The buffet is charged separately, so compare room-only and breakfast rates before you book.
