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Hae Mae Eup Resort Hotel is a top choice, offering garden-view rooms overlooking the ancient city walls and surrounding greenery. The hotel features a children's play area, hands-on Korean pottery workshops, and free shuttle service to Seosan City. Just a 10-minute walk from the Hae Mae Eup Castle entrance, it blends heritage charm with modern comfort. Book through the HopeGoo app for exclusive rates on courtyard rooms.
Seosan Old Town Stay Hotel is just a 7-minute walk from Hae Mae Eup Castle’s eastern gate, nestled in a quiet alleyway that preserves traditional Joseon-era architecture. Its infinity rooftop restaurant offers panoramic views of the city wall and moat, while complimentary guided tour maps and timed walking tours are included. Guests receive a free ticket to the evening "Castle Night Walk" experience, illuminating the site’s historical ambiance. Reserve your stay via HopeGoo for early-bird room upgrades.
Hae Mae Eup Cultural Courtyard is a boutique guesthouse housed in a restored traditional home near the western gate. It offers immersive experiences such as Korean tea ceremonies, handloom weaving workshops, and historical manuscript copying sessions. Each room is themed around a different era—like "Imjin War Year" or "Wanli Dynasty"—with authentic period furnishings. Daily heritage storytelling lectures by local historians are included, plus a free ticket to the nightly "Gate Lantern Lighting Ceremony." Book via HopeGoo for special cultural package deals.
Seosan International Guesthouse provides round-the-clock free shuttles to major entrances of Hae Mae Eup Castle and nearby attractions like the Chungcheongnamdo Museum and Seosan Rural Life Experience Park. The property features an indoor hot spring pool, Korean sauna, and buffet breakfast. Rooms include standard doubles and family suites, with some offering views of the city wall silhouette. All guests receive a Free One-Day Pass granting unlimited access to exhibition halls and observation platforms. Reserve through HopeGoo for extended shuttle privileges.
Stay at Hae Mae Eup Stay Hotel and book the "Morning to Evening Castle Journey" itinerary offered in partnership with the hotel. Begin at 6:30 AM with a walk along the moat trail to the eastern gate for the Ancient Bell Chime Ceremony. In the morning, visit the Wall Restoration Exhibition Hall to learn about Ming Dynasty defense systems. Enjoy a traditional rice cake lunch at the hotel, followed by a heritage pattern rubbing workshop. Conclude with the evening Lantern Lighting Tour, where light projections bring the fortress to life. Led by certified cultural guides, this full-day experience is fully integrated into the HopeGoo HopeGoo system for seamless planning.
Hae Mae Eup Sky Deck Villa is a favorite among photographers, featuring a 360-degree glass rooftop terrace that captures sweeping views of the entire city wall and sky. Especially stunning during sunset, when golden light bathes the battlements like a living mural. The hotel offers professional photographer rentals, including traditional hanbok styling and digital retouching packages. Rooms also feature authentic period photo corners ideal for personal portraits. Book the "Golden Hour Room" via HopeGoo for exclusive shooting slots and curated background music settings.
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