• Pool villa pension: Pool villa pensions with individual swimming pools are popular nationwide.  Pool villas offer a unique charm of their own with scenic views, such as an ocean or a mountain view, offering an opportunity to relax in a luxurious manner.  
   
• Jjimjilbang pension: Jjimjilbang is a sauna facility made for people to sweat out and relax, typically operated as large-scale business. Jjimjilbang pensions incorporate these facilities as an amenity by providing a private sauna room in guest rooms for guests to conveniently enjoy the jjimjilbang experience and privacy during their stay. A hot private sauna is an excellent way to relieve stress and fatigue after a long day.  
   
• Kids pension: Kids pension is a great option for family trips with children. These pensions offer the atmosphere similar to that of a theme park or a water park with various entertaining facilities that are both kids-friendly and fun.

Notes for staying at a pension 

• Most Koreans enjoy samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly) barbecue when staying at a pension. Some pensions provide barbecue equipment for rental or even prepare a full course meal with meat and side dishes. However, there are a few pensions that do not offer barbeque options so visitors are advised to check in advance.  
   
• Although there are many kids- and pet-friendly pensions, some pensions do not accept children or pets.  
   
• Some pensions offer breakfast either for free or with a fee. 

Recommended reference for finding a pension

• Stayfolio: This is an accommodation booking website that is designed to assist travelers in browsing and selecting the accommodation that suit their needs. It handpicks and introduces quality lodging facilities to lessen your searching woes.