Suwon Opens 'Namsuheon,' a Traditional Hanok Accommodation and Cultural Space, Now Taking Reservations from August 14

Suwon Special City (Mayor Lee Jae-jun) has completed the trial operation of 'Namsuheon (南水軒),' a public hanok cultural facility created in Namsu-dong, Paldal-gu, and will now begin full-scale operations.

Namsuheon, located near the Suwon Fortress walls (address: Namsu-dong 11-453) in Paldal-gu, is a residential complex cultural space where visitors can stay in traditional hanok accommodations and experience traditional culture. Following its opening ceremony on March 27, the facility underwent trial operations during which facilities and services were inspected and improved. Beginning August 14, it will accept lodging reservations from citizens and tourists.

Namsuheon spans a total floor area of 2,644.01 square meters with one basement level and two above-ground floors. Construction began in April 2023 and was completed in April this year. The first floor, which features a gallery café and hanok library, is an open cultural space accessible to all visitors. The second floor is a lodging experience space equipped with 12 hanok guest rooms.

Guest rooms are operated in various sizes, including single and double rooms, rooms for 3-4 people, and rooms for 6-8 people. Room rates are 180,000 to 500,000 won based on off-peak season pricing. Flexible pricing will be applied during peak seasons and weekends, and Suwon residents will receive discounts on up to 10% of available rooms.

Awon Co., Ltd. (CEO Jeon Hae-gab) will operate Namsuheon, handling hanok accommodation experience facilities, gallery café operations, program management, and facility maintenance.

Lodging reservations can be made through the Namsuheon website (www.namsuheon.kr) starting August 14. More information is available on the website and social media (https://www.instagram.com/namsuheonhanok/).