The Westin Josun Busan

We had a wonderful short getaway. Even with high occupancy, everything was well-managed and never felt overcrowded. The dining options were excellent, offering a great variety and quality. The location was ideal, especially with easy access to the beach. Recreational facilities like the gym, pool, and sauna were clean and well-maintained. Overall, it was a relaxing and enjoyable experience and we’re looking forward to our next visit!

It was an unexpectedly splendid stay. I was there for business and did not thoroughly research the hotel, but was absolutely thrilled by the Westin experience in Busan. First and foremost, the location is by far the best hotel on the beach - literally tripping distance from the water. The views from the Executive lounge, the pool, and the rooms were spectacular! Upon check-in the front desk was efficient, very friendly and helpful. The bellman Evan was very courteous. He is a trainee, but I would not have guessed he was new based on his level of professionalism. He even acknowledged my by name in the elevator later that day! ||The rooms were beautifully designed and decorated with tasteful art, comfortable bed and linens with everything you would need in a high end resort. The Executive Lounge had spectacular views over the beach and a the fabulous buffets Westin / Marriott is known for. ||The gym and lap pool were the pieces that put the Westin stay over the top, as I was able to get in some really great workouts despite being away from home workout routine. And the hotspring spas were perfect for recovering from long travel and business days and for a post-workout recovery. I will definitely be back and will plan to bring my family for a vacation next time! Thank you Westin staff for the amazing time!

This hotel is the worst 5-star hotel we’ve ever stayed in. We’ve traveled extensively in Bonvoy Marriott hotels and resorts (by the way, we just came here after staying at the best Westin hotel in Kyoto!), and we firmly believe this hotel should be rated as a 3-star hotel. We are spending six nights visiting our parents here and had to move three times so far due to the poor drainage in the most unpleasant bathtub two times, and the lack of upgraded rooms for our entire stay. Their bathroom rooms are the worst, being incredibly small, outdated, without a vanity space, and with poor ventilation and drainage issues. And my personal favorite is the lowest heat setting on the hair dryer, so you won’t be able to style your hair at all! LOL The view is gorgeous, and the location is super convenient for walking to my our parents place and everywhere, but we won’t be staying in this hotel again unless they undertake a major renovation and make significant upgrades.

I was very excited, and was looking forward to a stay at The Westin Josue in Busan. Alas, this was a major disappointment. The weather was not great, and my “train to Busan” was switched to a “bus to Busan” (and an extra 4 hour journey on a holiday weekend), but even accounting for that the hotel stay was a disappointment. ||First, the good. It is a beach resort hotel, literally right on the beach, with spectacular views, environment and presence. Staff were friendly and looked to help in even the smallest ways. Excitement remained high. I did eat at their very good restaurant, O’Kim’s, styled as Korean take on an Irish/UK pub. The Guinness was very tasty as was the Korean Angus beef steak, which was cooked to perfection. Very tasty! Also, the lobby bar, where I went for drinks, looks out on the beach, and has a stylish. Comfortable vide. The bartenders were great, and make a tasty Old Fashioned with a lot of flare. They also have London Pride on tap, which was a delightful find! A+||But…|The disappointment started with room I booked, an executive King, with lounge access was a major disappointment. Small, bland and dated (there was a flatscreen, but I even had to sign out the previous occupants YouTube and Netflix accounts!). The small bathroom, one where you needed to close to door to use anything (I’m 5’7” and 150 lbs, so not the largest person, and it was cramped!). Nitpicks continue…the towels were thin and rough, not the plush type expected. Shower/tub combo was quite dated. There was a good bidet, but it was sandwiched between the sink and shower/tub combo.|The lounge was ok, but very crowded during the whole of the stay (it was a Holiday weekend, as I mentioned) but the way this was handled was to usher people out after their allotted time, literally mid-bite. Really quite something, and while I can chalk it up to the holiday crowd, that was just not what I expect from this class of hotel.||The hotel is quite a ways (about a 20 minute cab ride) from downtown and Busan Station (were my “bus from Busan” landed) so you’ll have to rely on subway/buses and taxi’s to get anywhere, which is fine. Busan is a large, very interesting city, and surrounds, so put think about that if you want to explore the city, rather than just enjoy the beach.||In summary, I expected a lot more from a Westin hotel, and while the setting and staff were great, I cannot hide my disappointment, and as such would not recommend this hotel, and certainly not at the luxury price paid.

I am a picky Korean national who’s traveled to multiple 5 star hotels in the U.S. and Asia. I was curious to see what this hotel was about.||Cleanness|The hotel is definitely a little bit compared to the fancy five stars next to it, but the impeccable service and how clean is kept made me happy during the day.||Service |All service staff speak great English and I was impressed with the little touches touches around the hotel. |For example, at the gym, they have personal trainers recommending the exercise, the sauna is kept very, very clean. I was impressed.||Location |Located in the heart of Haeubdae, it’s great to go hiking up the hill or run / jog in front of the ocean through throughout the day. Walkable distance to popular food spots (Mipo) ||Overall, I recommend a stay!!! Especially great for family. Or Solo!

We chose this hotel because of its location in Busan. It has been en excellent choice and we are enjoying the stay very much.|Perfectly location on the beach, it provides a holiday vibe. The room was comfortable and had perfect sea view. We used the gym every day and were impressed with the equipment, some machines we have not seen before. I would like to emphasize the service received from Daehyuk Kim - trainer and superviser at the gym; he is an excellent professional in sports and a very nice person. Thank you!

really lovely property right on water and north east part of Busan amongst lots of new hotels and apartments. While Westin branded, the interior design and overall luxury level of the property is higher than expected, with everything beautifully appointed and perfectly maintained. Rooms are very nice if typical for a Westin/Marriott, but the amenities are where the hotel shines. The pool area has a stunning view of the beach, and lots of really comfortable places to tan or nap. The sauna and gym are top notch-you can get in a workout and then enjoy the full Korean spa experience with hot and cold plunges and dry and wet saunas. Only downside is if you’re intending to explore Central Busan, you just need to budget time and money for longer cab rides.

Last week, I spent a day at the Westin Chosun Hotel in Busan. It was newly renovated and clean, with a great oceanfront location, and the staff was friendly. The free indoor pool and fitness center, both overlooking the ocean, were among the best I've ever experienced. Trainer Choi Hong-hyun at Fitness Center measured my InBody and, after reviewing the results, offered valuable advice on future health management. I'm confident this advice will be of great help to my health. I'd like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to Trainer Choi Hong-hyun. I look forward to seeing you again on next vacation.