If you’re looking for a budget hotel near Jeju Airport that doesn’t require a rental car to work, Astar Hotel is worth considering. It’s located at 129 Seosa-ro, Jeju City — about 5km from the airport, reachable by taxi for around ₩7,000–8,000, or by public bus in roughly 26 minutes. Double rooms run ₩90,000–100,000 per night (taxes included, based on June rates on Agoda), and quad rooms ₩120,000–140,000. The hotel has been operating for over ten years and the rooms are well-maintained.
Basic Info
| Address | 129 Seosa-ro, Jeju City, Jeju (Astar Hotel) |
| Check-in | 14:00 – midnight (late check-in available depending on room availability) |
| Check-out | By 11:00 (late check-out available for an additional fee) |
| Minimum check-in age | 19 years old |
| Payment | Credit card, debit card, cash |
Room Rates
| Room type | KRW (per night, taxes included) | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Double (2 guests) | ₩90,000–100,000 | ~$60–67 |
| Quad (4 guests) | ₩120,000–140,000 | ~$80–93 |
Rates are based on June prices on Agoda and similar platforms and vary by season and availability.
Facilities & Fees
| Facility | Location | Hours | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna, hot tub, spa & fitness | 2F | 06:00–21:00 | ₩20,000 general / ₩10,000 hotel guests |
| Business center (fax, copy, print) | 2F | 24 hours | Copy ₩200–500/page · Print ₩300–500/page |
| CU Convenience Store | 1F | 06:00–23:00 | — |
| Parking | B1 (rear) + 1F | 24 hours | Free for hotel guests |
| Restaurant (breakfast available) | 1F lobby | — | — |
Getting There
The most practical options without a rental car:
Bus Option 1: From Jeju International Airport (drop-off stop), take Express Bus 102 or 181 one stop to Jeju Bus Terminal (terminus), then walk 580m (about 10 minutes).
Bus Option 2: From Jeju International Airport Stop 3 (Yongdam / City Hall / North direction), take bus 331 or 332 five stops to Hanguk Hospital (Donggwang-ro direction), then walk 380m (about 6 minutes).
By taxi, it’s about ₩7,000–8,000($5~6) for the roughly 5km ride. I took bus 331 and arrived at the hotel in about 26 minutes from the airport — straightforward enough that it wasn’t worth stressing about.
The Room
Walking in, the room felt larger than expected for the price point. A desk is positioned right at the entrance — useful if you’re traveling with a laptop, which I was. It doubles as a dressing table. There’s also a separate seating area where you can sit and eat something without being on the bed, and the window looks out toward the sea. The ocean view wasn’t something I’d planned on, but waking up to it on a cloudy morning still made for a better start to the day than a wall would have.
The bedding was clean and comfortable. It had been a long day — I’d come straight from Dongmun Market with luggage through wind and snow — and the bed held up its end. No tossing, no waking up stiff.
The bathroom has a shower stall rather than a bathtub, which is fine given that the sauna facility is available downstairs. The water pressure and temperature were both stable, which isn’t always guaranteed in older hotels.
What Over Ten Years Looks Like
Astar Hotel has been running for over a decade. That’s usually a reason to look more carefully at the photos, but in this case the rooms and bathrooms were noticeably well-maintained — holding up well despite the years. The corridor and common areas were clean and functional. Nothing flashy, but nothing to complain about either.
Other Facilities
The 1F restaurant serves breakfast and also handles room service. The menu is broader than you’d expect — Korean dishes, pasta, pizza, and snacks — and the prices are reasonable for a hotel. A few highlights from the room service menu:
| Item | KRW | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Abalone porridge | ₩15,000 | ~$10 |
| Bulgogi hot stone bibimbap | ₩15,000 | ~$10 |
| Jeju pork cutlet | ₩15,000 | ~$10 |
| Fried chicken & fries | ₩23,000 | ~$15 |
Most meal items run ₩10,000–35,000; fresh juices and snacks from ₩6,000. Room service hours are 10:00 AM–10:00 PM (last order 9:30 PM), dial extension 135. The kind of menu worth knowing about when you don’t feel like going out. The CU convenience store on the 1F is open from 6 AM to 11 PM, which covers most quick needs without leaving the building. The business center on the 2F runs 24 hours — useful if you need to print something before an early flight.
The sauna, hot tub, and fitness facilities are on the 2F and run from 6 AM to 9 PM. Hotel guests get in at half the standard rate. I didn’t use it on this trip, but for the price and timing it would have been a good way to wind down after a long day. I regretted skipping it.
Why It Works Without a Rental Car
The area around Astar Hotel has enough within walking distance that not having a car doesn’t feel limiting for a Jeju City itinerary. The airport is close enough that an early morning departure doesn’t require any complicated logistics — check out, get on the bus, done.
If you’re spending time in Jeju City, Go Guksu is a noodle restaurant about 7 minutes from the airport worth stopping at, and Dongmun Market is an easy walk for traditional Jeju liquor tasting. If your itinerary extends to Seogwipo, a bakery near Seopjikoji and Nammae Wang Galchi at Seogwipo Olle Market are both worth the trip.
For a budget hotel near Jeju Airport that covers the basics well — clean room, ocean view, parking included, sauna available — Astar Hotel is a solid option that I’d book again.
How far is Astar Hotel from Jeju Airport and how do I get there without a rental car?
The hotel is about 5km from Jeju International Airport. By taxi it costs around ₩7,000–8,000($5~6). By bus, the two fastest options are: Express Bus 102 or 181 from the airport drop-off stop to Jeju Bus Terminal (one stop), then a 580m walk (about 10 minutes); or bus 331 or 332 from Jeju Airport Stop 3 (Yongdam / City Hall / North direction) to Hanguk Hospital stop (5 stops), then a 380m walk (about 6 minutes). Total journey time is around 26 minutes.
What does a room cost at Astar Hotel?
Based on June rates on booking platforms like Agoda, a double room for 2 guests runs ₩90,000–100,000 (~$60–67) per night (taxes included), and a quad room for 4 guests runs ₩120,000–140,000 (~$80–93). Prices vary by season and availability.
Is breakfast included and what does it cost?
Breakfast is not included in the room rate. The hotel restaurant offers a buffet breakfast at ₩17,500 (~$12) for adults and ₩12,500 (~$8) for children.
What facilities are available and are there extra fees?
The sauna, hot tub, spa, and fitness center on the 2F are available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Hotel guests pay ₩10,000 (~$7) per person (the standard rate is ₩20,000 / ~$13). Parking is free for hotel guests and available 24 hours in the rear basement and on the 1F. The CU convenience store on the 1F is open from 6 AM to 11 PM. The business center on the 2F operates 24 hours.
Is there parking at Astar Hotel?
Yes. Parking is free for hotel guests, available 24 hours in the rear basement level (B1) and on the first floor.
Does the room have a bathtub?
No, rooms have a shower stall rather than a bathtub. The sauna and hot tub facilities on the 2F are available to guests for ₩10,000 (~$7) per person.
What is the check-in and check-out time, and is late check-out possible?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. Both late check-in and late check-out are available depending on room availability; late check-out incurs an additional fee. The minimum check-in age is 19 years old.