10 cheap places to stay in Busan, about $15–$22 per person
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Busan on a Budget: 10 Well-Rated Places to Stay for About $15–$22 per Person

By SSJJ
October 30, 2026 7 Min Read
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BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA · BUDGET STAYS · PRICES CHECKED OCTOBER 30, 2026

Hello, and welcome to Busan! 🌊 Sea views, fresh seafood, beaches and hillside villages… Busan is one of the best cities to visit in Korea. And here’s some good news: staying here doesn’t have to cost a lot. When you come to Korea, let us introduce you to well-rated places in Busan where you can stay for about $20 a night.

We searched Booking.com ourselves and chose only 10 places with a guest score of 8.0 or higher and plenty of reviews. When two people share a room, each one costs about $15–$22 per person. We picked stays from the beach, the city center, old Busan and even next to the airport, so you can choose the one that fits your trip best.

🎫 Before you book

Each price is the lowest price per room for 2 adults, 1 night on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, shown on Booking.com on October 30, 2026. Prices go up on weekends and in summer, so please check your own dates before you pay.

Busan at a glance

🏖️ Haeundae: Busan’s famous beach

Haeundae is the Busan you see in photos: a long sandy beach, seaside walks, and hotels and restaurants everywhere. If this is your first visit, staying here is an easy choice.
MAMA Guesthouse Haeundae budget stay in Haeundae, Busan

01
8.7
987 reviews

HAEUNDAE

MAMA Guesthouse Haeundae

Best for: Beach days≈ $17 per person
PriceUS$33 per room for 2 adults
RoomEconomy Twin Room with private bathroom
SubwayHaeundae Station (Line 2) – 500 m
Address40 Jungdong 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Almost 1,000 reviews and still an 8.7. You get your own bathroom, soundproofed rooms and a shared kitchen, and the beach is an easy walk away. A really safe first choice!

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FUNWAVE Guest House budget stay in Haeundae, Busan

02
8.9
400 reviews

HAEUNDAE

FUNWAVE Guest House

Best for: Meeting people≈ $18 per person
PriceUS$36 per room for 2 adults
RoomTwin Room
SubwayHaeundae Station (Line 2) – 250 m
Address3F, 11-1 Jungdong 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: The highest score in Haeundae on this list. About a 7-minute walk to Haeundae Beach, with a cozy lounge, shared kitchen, laundry service and luggage storage.

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O'guest in Haeundae budget stay in Haeundae, Busan

03
8.7
534 reviews

HAEUNDAE

O’guest in Haeundae

Best for: Easy subway access≈ $18 per person
PriceUS$36 per room for 2 adults
RoomLowest available room on our search date
SubwayHaeundae Station (Line 2) – 150 m
Address2F, 11 Gunam-ro 8beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Only about 150 m from the station, so dragging your suitcase is no problem. Rooms come with a private bathroom, and there’s a kitchenette and washing machine to use.

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Plea De Blanc Hotel & Residence budget stay in Haeundae, Busan

04
8.3
2,009 reviews

HAEUNDAE

Plea De Blanc Hotel & Residence

Best for: Hotel comfort≈ $19 per person
PriceUS$37 per room for 2 adults
RoomDeluxe Double Room
SubwayHaeundae Station (Line 2) – 950 m
Address29 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 298beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: A real hotel with a fitness center, 24-hour front desk and free parking, about 500 m from Haeundae Beach and Busan Aquarium. With over 2,000 reviews, it’s the most-reviewed place here.

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🌃 Seomyeon: the heart of the city

Seomyeon is Busan’s busiest downtown area, where subway Lines 1 and 2 meet. It’s packed with street food, cafés and shops, and it’s easy to get anywhere in the city from here.
Calli Hostel budget stay in Seomyeon, Busan

05
8.0
694 reviews

SEOMYEON

Calli Hostel

Best for: Food & nightlife≈ $17 per person
PriceUS$34 per room for 2 adults
RoomDouble Room
SubwaySeomyeon Station (Line 1 · 2) – 350 m
Address30 Saessak-ro 14beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Bright, colorful rooms and a rooftop terrace with a view over Busan, just a 3-minute walk from Seomyeon Station. Seomyeon is where locals go out to eat and shop.

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Dynamic Guesthouse budget stay in Seomyeon, Busan

06
8.7
738 reviews

SEOMYEON

Dynamic Guesthouse

Best for: Night views≈ $21 per person
PriceUS$41 per room for 2 adults
RoomStandard Double Room
SubwayBeomnaegol Station (Line 1) – 400 m
Address71 Sincheon-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan (36th–37th floor)
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Why we like it: This guesthouse sits on the 36th and 37th floors of a high-rise, and guests love the night views over the city. Seomyeon is about a 5-minute walk away.

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🐟 Nampo: old Busan & markets

Nampo is the old harbor area, home to Jagalchi Fish Market, BIFF Square and Gukje Market. Gamcheon Culture Village is a short ride away.
Elephant Hostel Nampo budget stay in Nampo, Busan

07
8.8
439 reviews

NAMPO

Elephant Hostel Nampo

Best for: Markets & old Busan≈ $17 per person
PriceUS$34 per room for 2 adults
RoomDouble Room
SubwayNampo Station (Line 1) – 250 m
Address15-1 Gwangbok-ro 85beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Recently renovated and right by Nampo Station. From here you can walk to Jagalchi Fish Market, BIFF Square and Gukje Market. Perfect for food lovers!

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🏙️ Yeonsan-dong: local life, great value

Yeonsan-dong is near Busan City Hall and on subway Lines 1 and 3. It’s quieter and more local, which is why you’ll find some of the best prices here.
W Stay Hotel Busan City Hall budget stay in Yeonsan-dong, Busan

08
8.8
233 reviews

YEONSAN-DONG

W Stay Hotel Busan City Hall

Best for: Longer stays≈ $17 per person
PriceUS$33 per room for 2 adults
RoomStandard Double Room
SubwayYeonsan Station (Line 1 · 3) – 150 m
Address2F, 1116-8 Jungang-daero, Yeonje-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Apartment-style rooms with a kitchenette, a washing machine and a balcony or terrace. Great if you’re staying a few nights and want to cook or do laundry.

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Egg Motel budget stay in Yeonsan-dong, Busan

09
8.6
66 reviews

YEONSAN-DONG

Egg Motel

Best for: Lowest price≈ $15 per person
PriceUS$30 per room for 2 adults
RoomDouble Room
SubwayYeonsan Station (Line 1 · 3) – 300 m
Address13 Gobun-ro 13beon-gil, Yeonje-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: The cheapest stay on this list, about $15 each for two people. Private rooms come with a PC, and the front desk is open 24 hours.

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✈️ Near Gimhae Airport

Flying in late or leaving early? Staying next to Gimhae International Airport saves you a long, tiring trip across the city.
AIRPORT Guesthouse budget stay in Near Gimhae Airport, Busan

10
8.8
1,113 reviews

NEAR GIMHAE AIRPORT

AIRPORT Guesthouse

Best for: Early flights≈ $21 per person
PriceUS$41 per room for 2 adults
RoomDouble Room
SubwayDeokdu Station (Busan-Gimhae Light Rail) – 300 m
Address60-20 Gonghang-ro 811beon-gil, Gangseo-gu, Busan
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Why we like it: Very close to Gimhae International Airport, with more than 1,100 reviews. There’s a garden, a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen. Ideal for a late arrival or an early flight.

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5 easy ways to save on your Busan stay

1Travel with a friend. Prices are per room, so sharing is the simplest way to pay about $20 each.
2Avoid summer weekends. July and August are beach season in Haeundae, and prices go up fast.
3Pick a place near a subway station. Busan’s subway is cheap and easy, so you don’t need to stay right on the beach.
4Check the final total. Taxes and extra fees can be added at checkout. Look at the last screen before you pay.
5Read the newest reviews. A score can change over time. Recent reviews tell you what the place is like now.

Prices and scores change every day, so please check the latest price on the booking page before you pay.

Busan is a city where you can enjoy the sea in the morning, a market lunch in the afternoon, and a glittering night view in the evening. And as you’ve seen, you can sleep somewhere clean and well-rated for around $20 a night while you do it. Spend the money you save on fresh seafood or one more day by the sea! 🦀

Planning a trip to Korea? Save this page so you can find it again. We’ll keep sharing great-value places to stay and friendly travel tips for everyone coming to Korea. If you’d like us to look into a city or a neighborhood, just tell us in the comments. We’d be happy to help, and we hope you have an amazing time in Busan! 🧡

About this list

We chose these stays from public Booking.com listings and guest scores, keeping only places rated 8.0 or higher. No property paid to be included. Prices were checked on October 30, 2026 and may change.

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