"Great Value Resort with a Fun Water Park
This resort was an excellent value for our family road trip through Jeolla Province. While there are now many newer resorts and water parks in Korea, this place still offers a great experience for the price.
Helpful Tip for International Travelers: Most Korean water parks and hotel pools require proper swimwear and some form of head covering, usually a swim cap. Many places will also allow a baseball cap or rent you a swim cap for a small fee. If you plan to use the water park, come prepared to avoid any inconvenience. Also note that water park and bathhouse access requires an additional fee like $20 for bothe access to water park and bth house, which i find it very fair value.
The resort has beautiful mountain views and good amenities. Our room included a basic kitchen with cookware and utensils, making it easy to prepare meals. There are also restaurants on-site.
Although the resort is older, the rooms appear to have been updated recently and were comfortable and clean. The water park was plenty of fun for our family, and overall I would rate the experience 9 out of 10 for value alone.
Even if you don't use the water park, this is still a worthwhile stop for travelers passing through the area.
As a bonus, there is a dinosaur footprint site nearby, known for having one of the highest concentrations of dinosaur footprints in the world, making for an interesting side trip during your stay."
"This is a beautiful property. One thing the property needs to address is removing the Korean breakfast from their listing. It is not currently available and should not be advertised. Also, a word of warning - they heat the floors with wood and they get so hot we were very uncomfortable the 1st night and asked them to refrain from using any wood on the 2nd day. It worked and we were very comfortable. The location of the property is better than anything we could have asked for. Also, they include free admission to all the major area attractions. The gardens are directly nextdoor and spectacular. The front desk also provided us with the name and location of a wonderful gym. We were able to get a fantastic workout. We will be returning to this property on our next visit to Korea and highly recommend when you visit Namwon."
"Conveniently located near the famous Hwaeomsa Temple and the entrance to hike up to the Nogodan Peak, I couldn't have picked a better place to stay for my two-day trip. The property is owned and operated by an amazing couple who treat you like family. They went above and beyond to make sure I had what I needed for my hike up to Nogodan Peak. The rooms are affordable and very clean. They provide all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Various restaurant choices all within walking distance. "
"The hotel owner was amazing. Not only did he introduce us to traditional Korean tea in their little cafe, but he and his wife fed us fresh persimmons and baked sweet potatoes in the wood burning stove. Had the best night and would stay again! "
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Panda-ri, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.
What can I see and do in Panda-ri?
While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Seomjingang Train Village, or get outside and enjoy nature at Gwanghalluwon Garden. Gwanghallu Pavilion and Chunhyang Theme Park are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.
What are holiday rentals like in Panda-ri?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Panda-ri. Holiday rentals feature extras such as hot tubs, fire pits and patios so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can provide a sense of security away from public hotel lifts and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a popular choice for a family trip.
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