Traveling to Busan with a large family sounds great in theory — until you start looking for somewhere to actually stay. Most places near Busan Station are standard hotel rooms designed for two, maybe four people. If you’re arriving by train with kids, grandparents, and enough luggage to fill a small car, your options get narrow fast. That’s the situation I was in when I came across Jeongonjae — a family stay near Busan Station that turned out to be one of the better finds of the trip.
Two minutes on foot from the station exit, room for up to 20 people, and an interior that actually feels like somewhere you’d want to spend time — it’s not a combination you come across often in this part of the city.
Jeongonjae is a family guesthouse located 2 minutes on foot from Busan Station (Exit 1), offering two room types — the Cho and Soo — that together accommodate anywhere from 4 to 20 guests across fully equipped private spaces.
| Info | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 16-12, Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan, 3rd Floor |
| Access | Busan Station (Train) Exit 1 — approx. 3 min / 220m on foot |
| Access | Busan Station (Subway) Exit 2 — approx. 3 min / 220m on foot |
| Parking | No in-building parking — nearby paid and free lots available |
| Convenience Store | Large convenience store on the ground floor of the building |
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Room Types at a Glance
| Info | Cho | Soo |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6 standard / up to 20 max | 4 standard / up to 8 max |
| Beds | 7 queen beds | 4 queen beds |
| Bedrooms | 4 separate rooms | 2 separate rooms |
| Layout | Bedrooms + living room + kitchen + 2 bathrooms | Living room + kitchen + bedrooms + 2 bathrooms |
| Highlight | Large living area, panoramic window, train track view | Jacuzzi bathtub |
| Best for | Large families, group stays | Families, small gatherings |
The Cho Room — In Detail
The Cho room is built around one central idea: space. Walking in, the first thing you notice is how much of it there is. The layout divides into two main directions from the entrance — one side leads to the large living and kitchen area, the other to the bedrooms.
There are four separate bedrooms in total. Three connect off the main living area, and one additional room sits off the kitchen side. Each has its own queen bed, which means no one is sharing a bed with a cousin they haven’t seen in three years. For a group of six or more, this kind of layout — proper private rooms rather than one big sleeping area — makes a real difference.
The living room is generous. A large sofa sits in front of an oversized TV, and there’s a separate table area behind it. The whole space is framed by a full-width picture window that looks directly out over the train tracks and Busan Port Bridge — you can watch trains pass from the sofa, which sounds like a small thing until you’re actually doing it.
What I found most memorable was the tea ceremony corner set up in front of that window. Low table, cushions, teaware already laid out. I sat there for a while on the first evening and didn’t feel the need to go anywhere. The overall aesthetic is clean and warm — Korean in a way that doesn’t feel like a costume, just considered.
The kitchen is fully equipped for a group. Large refrigerator, microwave, water purifier, cooking utensils, tableware — and baby items too, which is a detail that matters when you’re travelling with young children. Dish soap is provided, which sounds minor but saves you buying a bottle you’ll only use once. For large families, being able to prepare even simple meals cuts costs significantly over a multi-night stay.
Both bathrooms are positioned near the kitchen side of the apartment, which means they’re easy to share across the group without creating a bottleneck on one end of the space.
Amenities included:
- Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand wash
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shower towel
- Cotton buds, cotton pads, comb, hair ties
- 3 hair dryers, 2 styling irons
- Steam iron available on request
- Phone charger loan available on request
- Luggage storage before check-in available on request
- Local restaurant list available on request
The Soo Room — In Detail
The Soo room is smaller than the Cho, but still comfortably sized for a family of four or a small group of up to eight. The main draw here is the jacuzzi bathtub — after a day of moving around Busan, that’s a reasonable selling point.
The layout keeps a bedroom separate from the main living area, which works well if you’re travelling with a baby or if part of the group needs to sleep earlier. The kitchen is fully usable, and in-room laundry is available — useful for longer stays or families travelling light.
Location and Getting There
Busan Station is one of the city’s main KTX and rail hubs. Being two minutes from Exit 1 on foot means you can be at your door before your travel fatigue fully sets in. For families with strollers, heavy bags, or elderly members in the group, that distance matters more than it might look on a map.
There is no parking inside the building. If you’re arriving by car, free and paid parking lots are available nearby — worth checking in advance if you’re driving a larger vehicle.
What’s Nearby — All Within Walking Distance
One of the quieter advantages of staying here is how much you can reach without getting back on public transport. Three spots worth noting:
Victoria Bakery Garden — a well-known Busan bakery a short walk from the property. Good for breakfast or an afternoon stop. Full guide here
Big Dipper Library — an architecturally distinctive library within walking distance, worth a visit if you have an hour to fill or kids who need a quieter activity. More details here
Port Village Busan Festival — a waterfront festival running right now, only until June 21. If your trip overlaps with the dates, it’s an easy walk and a good evening out for the whole group. See what’s on
How to Book
Jeongonjae doesn’t appear on the major booking platforms in the usual way. The most reliable way to check availability and make a reservation is through the link below. Rates vary by season and group size — worth booking in advance if you’re travelling with a large group, as the Cho room in particular fills up.
Check availability and book Jeongonjae here
Final Thoughts
Finding a proper family stay near Busan Station — with enough space, separate rooms, and a full kitchen — is harder than it should be. Most of what’s available near the station is built for couples or solo travellers. Jeongonjae fills a gap that genuinely exists in this area.
The location removes one of the main stresses of train travel with a group. The Cho room in particular handles large numbers without making it feel like a compromise — separate beds, separate rooms, a kitchen that works, and a living space worth spending time in. If you’re planning a family trip to Busan and arriving by train, this is the kind of family stay near Busan Station that’s worth knowing about before you default to booking several separate hotel rooms.
How far is Jeongonjae from Busan Station?
Jeongonjae is approximately 220 meters from both Busan Station train exit (Exit 1) and Busan Station subway exit (Exit 2) — about a 3-minute walk. For families arriving by KTX or regular train, it’s one of the closest privately run guesthouses to the station exit.
How many people can stay at Jeongonjae?
The Cho room accommodates 6 guests as standard, with a maximum of 20. The Soo room accommodates 4 guests as standard, with a maximum of 8. Both rooms are available simultaneously if your group is large enough to need both.
What is the difference between the Cho and Soo rooms?
The Cho room is the larger of the two, with 4 separate bedrooms, 7 queen beds, a large living area with a panoramic window overlooking the train tracks and Busan Port Bridge, and a full kitchen. The Soo room is smaller with 2 bedrooms and 4 queen beds, and its main feature is a jacuzzi bathtub. Both rooms include a full kitchen and two bathrooms.
Is parking available at Jeongonjae?
There is no in-building parking at Jeongonjae. Free and paid parking lots are available nearby. If you are travelling with a large vehicle or multiple cars, it is worth checking parking options in advance.
What amenities are included in the rooms?
Both rooms include full bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor), hair dryers, styling irons, a fully equipped kitchen with dish soap provided, and baby tableware. Steam irons and phone chargers are available on request, and the host can arrange luggage storage before check-in and provide a local restaurant list.
Can I store luggage before check-in?
Yes. Luggage storage before check-in is available on request. Contact the host in advance to arrange this.
How do I book Jeongonjae?
Jeongonjae can be booked through the dedicated reservation page linked in this post. It is recommended to book in advance, particularly for the Cho room, as availability for large groups can be limited during peak travel periods.