Toyoko-Inn Busan Jungang Station

Good as always, clean and tidy. It offers the most generous breakfast among budget hotels. It remains my top choice for trips to Busan, now and in the future.

It is about 700 meters from Busan Station, with Jungang Station (Busan Subway Line 1) nearby. The Toyoko Inn No. 1 is right next to Busan Station, so it's easy to accidentally go to the wrong place if you're not paying attention. The front desk staff are professional and friendly, and the first-floor lobby features a laundry room, water dispenser, and vending machines. The room is a standard Japanese-style single room—clean, tidy, well-lit, and with great natural light. Staying on a higher floor on a clear day offers views of the ocean and the bridge. The bed is soft and comfortable, though it's a pity there is no bedside table, making it a bit tight for small items. The bathroom features the standard Japanese modular design with an integrated shower and bathtub. The toilet comes with a bidet/cleaning function, and the tub is great for soaking and unwinding after a long day of travel. Breakfast is served buffet-style on the second floor with a wide variety of options, including both Western and Korean dishes. The food is tasty, with the fish cakes and rice cakes being particular highlights.

Overall, it's great value for money. It's not far from Busan Station, about a 10-minute walk, and there are many places to eat nearby. Getting here from the airport is also convenient. I think it's pretty good, and the price is cheap too. The only thing is that check-out time is 10 AM.

The Wi-Fi kept cutting out and sometimes had no speed. The showerhead's water pressure was weak, and so was the bidet on the toilet. The exhaust fan and refrigerator were a bit noisy. On the bright side, the soundproofing from outside was excellent. However, the room door lock and bedside lamp were wobbly, indicating poor maintenance. On Sunday morning, there was a long queue for breakfast, but it was much better on Monday morning, with the addition of curry and pork cutlets. The rice was also better than at Haeundae.

I stayed for three consecutive nights. I've stayed at all four Toyoko Inns in Busan, and I'd recommend the Central and Haeundae branches the most. Toyoko Inn Central is more convenient for transportation, while Haeundae is better for beach access. Toyoko Inn Busan Station can be a bit noisy. Toyoko Inn Seomyeon is okay, but rooms are often in high demand and prices are higher. Overall, this hotel probably offers the best value for money.

This is a typical Japanese-style hotel. The room was quite small, with an integrated bathroom, but it was clean. It wasn't very quiet as it faced the street, and the soundproofing wasn't great. However, the breakfast was good, and the location was super convenient; right outside, there's a bus stop, making it easy to get anywhere.