Good ol'days

We stayed here for three nights on a recent visit to Busan, and we thoroughly enjoyed time at this wonderful hotel, which has a very special feel. Guests are encouraged to take a moment out to make a drip-filter coffee, listen to a vinyl record, and maybe write a postcard. It’s different, and very nice. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere is very relaxed.|Our room was a beautifully light and spacious corner room, with large windows, and views of Busan Tower. It was very comfortable, immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and furnished. All the little extras like snacks, drinks, stationary, and nice toiletries added to the overall ‘good living’ vibe, and were very much appreciated and enjoyed. |The hotel is in very nice location, within reasonable walking distance of Busan Tower, shops, markets, restaurants, and bars. But the area is quite hilly, so be prepared for plenty of steps!|We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel, and would have no hesitation in recommending it to someone who wanted a unique and enjoyable place to stay in Busan.

We stayed at Good Ol’ Days Hotel from December 17 to December 19, 2025, together with a Swiss friend couple who were visiting Korea for the first time. This hotel turned out to be an absolute gem and one of the highlights of our Busan trip. After arriving at Busan Station by SRT from Seoul, getting to the hotel was incredibly easy. While taking a taxi was an option, we simply took the subway directly from Busan Station. It’s only one stop to Jungang-dong Station, and even with large suitcases, the journey was smooth and stress-free. This is especially important in Korea, where buses often limit the size and number of suitcases per passenger, making the subway a much more reliable choice for travelers with luggage. The hotel is perfectly located in Jungang-dong, within walking distance of Jagalchi Market and Nampo-dong. The neighborhood itself is full of stylish, small, and private cafés, which gave the area a creative and charming atmosphere we really loved. From right in front of the hotel, it’s also very easy to take the subway to Seomyeon or Haeundae and everywhere making this an excellent base for exploring Busan. One lovely detail was the café on the lobby floor. Depending on the length of your stay, you receive one complimentary coffee per day, which felt thoughtful and generous. The hotel itself is beautifully designed modern, cozy, and clearly created with great care. Inside the room, every detail felt intentional, from the comfortable bed and bedding to the cute, well-curated snacks provided. What truly made the stay special, though, was the staff. Every time we encountered them, during check-in, check-out, or simply leaving the hotel in the morning… we were greeted with warm, sincere smiles. Their kindness never felt excessive or forced, just genuinely heartfelt, and it left us feeling welcomed and relaxed. We only stayed two nights, and it honestly felt too short. Discovering this hotel made me so happy, and from now on, whenever I visit Busan, this will be the first place I book without hesitation. Absolutely worth visiting if you’re in Busan.

The title says it all. :) Extremely popular small (9 rooms, I think) in an old neighborhood of Busan. Even though it was in a more touristy part of the city, and I thought I might have a fitful sleep because of the noise, it was very quiet! Staff are very kind and helpful, and provided service that you expect more from upper budget chains (Hyatt, Lotte, etc.) I had dropped off my luggage earlier in the day, and when I came back to check in, they let me know that they had already put my luggage in my room! Also, when I sprained my ankle, they gave me an extra ice pack for the evening as well as some kind of pain relief cooling spray to use.||The room was very comfortable, and truly was made for relaxing. From the design (I love the hunter green and wood), the amenities (record player! coffee from local shops marks and Momo's!, stationery supplies!), to the bedding (mattress was great for my back!), notebooks with thoughts from previous guests (funny/nostalgic to read!), and a guidebook to local exploration, I really wish I could've stayed longer than one night. ||Unfortunately, breakfast is no longer offered to guests. However, they do operate a cafe on the ground floor (where guests are offered two complimentary Americanos), and there are also a number of eateries in the immediate vicinity.

Loved everything about my stay at Good Ol’ Day Busan. The design and decor were beautiful with thoughtful vintage touches throughout. Room was clean, cozy, and comfortable, with great attention to detail - guide book, map, free snacks etc. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Busan!

Amazing boutique hotel. A lot of amenities and rooms are amazing. Service is very kind. Will be my go to place to stay when visiting Busan. Wifi is fast as well and close to subway.

It was a great, healing weekend stay for us. The view is amazing and the petting zoo was also very enjoyable. Would definitely come back when we visit Korea again!

I only write unsolicited reviews for local businesses. Good ol’days hotel is what true hospitality looks like. All other hotel managers should spend a night here to see how it’s done. Big thanks to the wonderful reception staff (who were all incredibly professional, warm and helpful) and the housekeeping staff (the hotel is spotless). The management/owners have a great vision and we enjoyed living in the Good ol’days world for 2 nights. Everything in the room is so thought-out and flows beautifully. All rooms are totally private and quiet. Breakfast left at the door is something we really appreciate - allows you to have a slow and private morning. As others have said, a highlight of our time in Busan. Unless you like large chain resorts (we don’t), there’s no reason to look any further - book here without any hesitation. And again, refreshingly, no one at the hotel asked me to write this; they don’t need to, the place and experience with their great staff speaks for itself. PS We 💌 postcards, journaling, letter-writing📝, and ☕️.

My sister and I had an incredible stay at the Good Ol' Days Hotel! The attention to detail and personal touches throughout the property made us feel like we were in a warm hug from the moment we checked in. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the rooms were cozy and comfortable. I loved the nostalgic charm that permeated every aspect of the hotel, from the decor to the amenities. It's truly one of the best hotels I've ever had the pleasure of staying at. Can't wait to come back!"