Hotel Illua, Busan - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

97, Dalmaji-Gil, Haeundae-Gu, Busan, South Korea, 612-850

“The location at Haeundae beach offers fine views and charm.”view full review

Hotel Illua, a 3-star boutique property in Haeundae's glitzy beach area, features views of Dongbaek Island and Gwangan Bridge. The smoke-free hotel offers a 24-hour business center, hot tub, garden, and free parking.

Beach View Accommodations

57 air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Illua include separate sitting areas, blackout drapes, and refrigerators. Each room features views of the nearby beach, while select accommodations offer bathtubs and sea views.

Korean Dining Options

Executive Lounge restaurant serves Korean cuisine, complemented by a coffee shop and bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available from 8 AM.

Business and Leisure

Hotel Illua provides conference space and meeting rooms for business events. Recreational amenities include a hot tub and garden.

Beach Area Location

Located 1-minute drive from Haeundae Beach and 6 minutes from Gwangalli Beach. Gimhae International Airport serves as the nearest aviation hub.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room Ocean View

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Twin Room Ocean View

Max:

3 persons

34 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room City View

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Busan 9.3 km

Airports

Gimhae (PUS) 27.3 km

Ulsan (USN) 59.2 km

Train

Busan Station 13.1 km

Underground

Jung-dong 1.1 km

Jangsan 1.2 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Spacious and Comfortable Room

“I stayed in a terrace room on the 8th floor, and it was incredibly spacious and comfortable. The layout made the stay very enjoyable, and I truly appreciated the room features with a relaxing atmosphere after a day of exploring.” view full review

Cozy and Inviting Atmosphere

“The bedroom was designed with such a cozy vibe that I felt right at home. With ample space, I could unwind after a long day. The comfort of the bed guaranteed a great night's sleep.” view full review

Functional but Needs Improvement

“While I enjoyed many aspects of my stay, the bathroom was a bit dark and the shower was tricky to regulate. It could use some updates to enhance the overall experience, but it functioned for my needs during my stay.” view full review

Fantastic Views Day and Night

“The amazing view over the bay of Haeundae from my terrace room was undeniably a highlight of my vacays. Whether it was day or night, I never tired of enjoying this aspect, which added a special touch to my stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Multilingual staff

Guest Parking

Refrigerator

Services

Room service
Dry cleaning
Computer connection

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

24-hour business centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

97, Dalmaji-Gil, Haeundae-Gu, Busan, South Korea, 612-850

Map view

97, Dalmaji-Gil, Haeundae-Gu, Busan, South Korea, 612-850

City landmarks

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium

1.6 km

Landmark

The Bay 101

2.0 km

Beach

Haeundae Beach

1.6 km

Landmark

Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory

2.1 km

Landmark

Radium Art Center

710 m

Park

Dalmaji Park

1.0 km

Event hall

Nurimaru APEC House

2.2 km

Island

Dongbaekseom Island

2.1 km

Landmark

Dalmaji Hill

1.0 km

Landmark

Haeundae

1.5 km

Landmark

Cheongsapo

1.5 km

Landmark

Healing Touch

1.1 km

Landmark

Jese Oriental Medical Clinic

1.6 km

Landmark

Haeundae Global Small Library

1.6 km

Landmark

Mipo Railway

690 m

Landmark

Hill Spa Busan

1.0 km

Landmark

Mipo Wharf

690 m

Landmark

Dalmaji street

690 m

Night club

Club Kudeta

740 m

Night club

Magtum

740 m

Landmark

Moontan Right ad

750 m

Landmark

KUDETA infra club

750 m

Landmark

Carved stone of hundae

2.1 km

Landmark

Ssimeleu

840 m

Landmark

Moonwalk entry

1.0 km

Landmark

Ohsan Church

1.0 km

Landmark

Joheyon Hwarang

1.0 km

Gallery

Dongbaek Art Center

1.0 km

Landmark

B동

1.0 km

Landmark

Cherry Blossom Viewing

1.0 km

Nearby

Radium Art Center

410 m

Park

Dalmaji Park

530 m

17-7

Hill Spa Busan

530 m

Jung 1(il)-dong

Mipo Railway

410 m

South Korea

Ssimeleu

410 m

Night club

Club Kudeta

410 m

1501-15

Joheyon Hwarang

530 m

Restaurants

Saint Augustin Illua Hotel

180 m

Sol Naeeum Korean Table D'Hote

230 m

17-11

Cool Han Spicy Cod Soup

1.1 km

229

Haeundae Giwajib Codfish Soup

1.1 km

Restaurant

Korean Tile House Spicy Cod Soup

1.1 km

Brazier Hwa

350 m

Cafe Baan

320 m

162

The Hill House

270 m

1509-7 Jung 2(i)-dong

Eondeok Wiuijip

270 m

1509-7

Mijo

880 m

Genuine Sae Mill

890 m

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

8.0

Dining

8.0

Linda

United States, January 2025

6.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Illua with stunning views over the bay of Haeundae. My terrace room was spacious and comfortable, although the bathroom felt a bit dark and the shower was tricky to adjust. Overall, I would definitely choose to stay here again during my next visit to Busan.

Rooms

8.0

The terrace room I stayed in was comfortable and spacious, offering a fantastic view over the bay. However, the bathroom was quite dim and the shower was difficult to regulate.

Service

8.0

The personnel were friendly and accommodating. I appreciated their patience, especially when it came to assisting with language barriers.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located at the end of Haeundae-gu beach, which made for a pleasant stroll down to the beach. Though it is on a bit of a hill, the view was nice.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were available on the 2nd floor, and the vegetarian food was quite nice, complemented by the lovely view.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities included room service and dry cleaning. Internet was free and fast, which was a big plus.

Mike

United States, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a great stay at Hotel Illua with an amazing view of Haeundae Bay, both day and night. The room was spacious and very comfortable. However, I did find the bathroom a bit dark and the shower difficult to regulate. Overall, I'll definitely be back when I'm in Busan again.

Rooms

8.0

My terrace room on the 8th floor was fantastic with spacious comfort and a stunning view.

Service

8.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, showing extra patience with foreign guests.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location at the end of Haeundae beach is quite nice, though going uphill can be a bit of a trek.

Dining

8.0

Dining on the 2nd floor offered lovely views and some craveable salads that I really enjoyed.

Facilities

8.0

They provided convenient facilities like room service and computer connections, although some services felt limited.

Jim

United States, December 2024

5.6/10

I had a great stay at Hotel Illua, especially enjoying the amazing view over Haeundae Bay. The room was spacious and comfortable, though the bathroom lighting was a bit dim. I would definitely choose to stay here again during my next visit to Busan.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean, spacious, and extremely comfortable, larger than most I've experienced in Korea.

Service

8.0

The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and accommodating towards foreigners, making me feel right at home.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located at the end of Haeundae-gu beach, which offers a beautiful setting, even if it means going uphill a bit.

Dining

8.0

Dining options included some great Indian food served on the 2nd floor with a lovely view.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities include room service and dry cleaning, which added to the convenience of my stay.

Elizabeth

United States, December 2024

5.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Illua, especially enjoying the fantastic view over Haeundae Bay from my terrace room. The rooms were comfortable and spacious, though I found the bathroom a bit dark and the shower hard to regulate. The friendly staff made my experience even better, making me feel welcome throughout my visit.

Rooms

8.0

The room was quite big and clean, much larger than what I've experienced in most Korean hotels.

Service

8.0

The staff were kind and quick, always patient and polite with me.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location at the end of Haeundae beach was convenient, making it easy to enjoy the area.

Dining

8.0

Dining on the second floor had a nice view, but I didn't try the food aside from the delicious homemade ice cream.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like room service and fast internet added to the convenience of my stay.

Ryan

United States, November 2024

7.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Illua. the terrace room on the 8th floor offered a fantastic view over Haeundae Bay, which was nice both day and night. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. However, the bathroom left a bit to be desired as it was rather dark and the shower was tricky to regulate. Overall, I'd definitely return when I'm back in Busan.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious and comfortable, with a stunning view of the bay.

Service

8.0

The staff were patient, polite, and very welcoming throughout my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location at the end of Haeundae beach was convenient and pleasant, even going slightly uphill.

Dining

8.0

Dining on the 2nd floor provided a lovely view along with home-made bread, which was a nice touch.