Published date: March 4, 2025
AVANI Central Busan - My First Impression of Busan
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Experience of the stay
While preparing for my trip to Busan, I repeatedly checked the accommodation options on Hafh to find something I liked. I initially wanted to stay in Gwangan to experience a sea view room, but the sea view accommodations in Gwangan were just too expensive, so I found AVANI, which is just two stations away from Seomyeon.
AVANI is a well-known hotel brand, and the price for two nights on Hafh was surprisingly affordable. Checking the reviews and photos of the hotel gave me peace of mind, leading me to believe it would be a satisfying accommodation experience.
My two nights at AVANI were my first two nights upon arriving in Busan. The quality of the room was surprisingly good, offering a view of the Busan cityscape. Since my room was on a higher floor, it was free from the noise of traffic, and I slept very well both nights. The bed was large enough for two people or a small family to enjoy a comfortable sleep. The room was spacious enough that I could easily open my 30-inch suitcase without any trouble. The bathroom had a shower space along with a large bathtub, which was perfect for someone like me traveling alone; I couldn’t find anything to complain about. The hotel staff was also very friendly, and it was very convenient that I could exchange for the Busan PASS at the front desk.
Experiences during the trip
Taking the subway from Seomyeon can lead you to Nampo-dong, where you'll find an entrance that connects to Lotte Department Store. Inside, there’s Lotte Mart and a great underground food street worth exploring. If you take a 3-minute walk from the subway station, you can reach the Yeongdodaegyo Bridge, which opens at fixed times, becoming a popular spot for people to chase after for photo-taking. From Nampo-dong, you can take a bus to the well-known Songdo or Gamcheon Culture Village to take photos with the Little Prince. This time in Busan, I also visited the Instagram-famous Wish Staircase monorail, originally designed for residents of the mountainous areas for easy access, but became a fun attraction due to the addition of murals. The experience of riding it was really enjoyable.
Finally, after a full day of activities, you can head to the newly opened sauna, CLUB D OASIS, located in Haeundae, beautifully decorated and modern. The sauna rooms have various themes, and outside, there's the famous Haeundae sea view, making it a perfect place to relax and unwind, alleviating your travel fatigue.