Paradise City Resort Incheon: Art, Pools, Spa and What To Know Before You Go

Last Updated on April 11, 2026

Paradise City Resort in Incheon is one of those places that’s difficult to describe without sounding like you’re overselling it. Over 3,000 works of art. An indoor carnival. A couples-only hotel wing. Year-round heated outdoor pools. A spa complex that friends have raved about every single time they’ve visited. A nightclub designed by one of Europe’s most celebrated architecture firms. And a free art museum.

I originally went out to the resort just to photograph the architecture from outside, and didn’t even go in. Once I finally did, I went back multiple times. There is actually too much to see in one visit, and the resort is designed in a way that makes you want to wander and find things rather than following the obvious path.

One thing worth knowing upfront: you do not need to book a room to visit and use many of the facilities. Day visitors can access the Plaza, the free art museum, Club Chroma, Wonderbox, and Cimer on a paid basis. The pools require a day pass for non-guests. This makes Paradise City worth a trip even if you’re not planning to stay, though you may change your mind once you’re there.

The resort sits on Yeongjong Island alongside Incheon International Airport. For everything else to see and do on the island, read the complete guide to things to do near Incheon Airport.

Find out all you need to know about Paradise City Resort in Incheon, Korea:

• How To Get To Paradise City Resort
• Where To Stay
• The Artwork
• The Rooms
• Breakfast
• Swimming Pools
• Kid Zone
• Art Paradiso
• The Plaza
• Paradise Art Space
• Wonderbox
• Cimer
• Chroma
• The Architecture

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How To Get To Paradise City Resort

Paradise City Resort is on Yeongjong Island, the same island as Incheon International Airport.

From Incheon Airport: A taxi to the resort takes approximately 10 minutes and is the easiest option.

From central Seoul: Take the AREX Airport Railroad to Incheon Airport Terminal 1 or 2, then take a taxi from the airport to the resort.

From central Incheon: A taxi from the Incheon Station area takes roughly 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.

There is parking available at the resort for those arriving by car.

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Where To Stay

The entire resort is stylish and chic and various decor aesthetics blend into a harmonious mixture that inspires creativity. A stay here is relaxing but really gets the creative juices flowing as well. Paradise City Resort has three wings of 711 guest rooms, and a separate couples-only wing called Art Paradiso. Here’s how to choose.

Main Resort: Three wings with a range of room configurations. The rooms are significantly more spacious than most Seoul hotels, our family room had a freestanding tub, a separate shower, and two toilet rooms, which tells you something about the scale. Views overlook the Art Garden or architectural features of the resort. The mini-fridge contents are included in the stay.

Art Paradiso: 58 rooms exclusively for couples, no children allowed. Dark, moody interiors with velvet furniture and gold accents. Complimentary bottle of wine. A TV built into the bathroom mirror for watching from the freestanding circular tub. Views over the Plaza. This wing is booked separately from the main resort. Confirm the current booking process directly with the resort or through the website, as this may have changed.

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The Artwork

One of the major highlights throughout the resort is the 3,000-piece curated art collection exhibited across every area. Enter the lobby and you’re welcomed by Damien Hirst’s Golden Legend. Walk further into the central hub of the hotel and you’ll find Yayoi Kusama’s Great Gigantic Pumpkin, one of the most photographed objects in the whole resort. Further along the corridor is Alessandro Mendini’s Paradise Proust.

These are just three pieces from a collection that requires a map to navigate properly. When you check in, ask for the art tour course maps. This is not a formality, there are works in corridors, alcoves, and outdoor spaces that most guests walk past without realizing. The map is super helpful and will change the experience.

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The Rooms

The resort itself has three wings and the rooms are much more spacious than most you’ll find in Seoul. A highlight for us was the freestanding tub in the huge bathroom which also had a shower stall and a toilet room but then there is ANOTHER toilet room across the hall. If that isn’t family friendly, I don’t know what is. Two loos in one room? I’ll take it.

There is no bad view from the rooms either. Since the resort is near the airport there are a lot of airplanes departing and landing. It’s not noisy at all, but absolutely provides something fun to look out the windows for. There are also views out over the Art Garden and other architectural spots of the resort. The resort doesn’t skimp when it comes to the amenities in the room.

For our family friendly room, there was Penhaligon’s products for adults and kid friendly items as well. The mini-fridge is stocked and unlike a lot of places these days, everything inside is included in the stay, so have at it! Interested? Book Your Stay Here!

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Breakfast

Breakfast at On The Plate is included with most room bookings. My husband, who is not generally a buffet enthusiast, called this one of the top three best buffets he has ever eaten. It’s the kind of assessment I trust precisely because he doesn’t say it lightly.

The spread looks fairly standard from a walk-around with breads, a made-to-order egg station, bacon, pastries, waffles, salmon, cheeses. Then you actually eat it and realize the quality of ingredients is well above what the buffet format usually produces. The croissants and egg tarts particularly stood out. If we’d had bigger stomachs, we wouldn’t have stopped.

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Swimming Pools

The pools operate year-round, indoor pool, two outdoor pools, and multiple jacuzzis including outdoor infinity jacuzzis. In summer, time your jacuzzi session right and you can watch planes landing behind you. There’s a children’s mushroom waterfall pool as well.

• Basic Info: If you’re not a guest of the hotel but want to use the pool, you can get a day pass. Adults are W80,000 and children are W60,000.
• Hours: 9:00am ~ 9:00pm (2:00pm to 3:00pm is cleaning time.)
• Location: Paradise City Hotel 3rd Floor

Pro Tip: Most guests check in at 3:00pm and head straight to the pool. Don’t. Go in the morning instead. When we went after everyone else had moved on to dinner and evening activities, the pool was noticeably quieter and the experience was completely different. Guests get one complimentary pool visit per night of stay, use it in the morning and you have the space to yourselves.

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The Kid Zone

The Kid Zone spans several areas across the resort, which means there’s always somewhere for children to go regardless of age.

The first area is well-suited for younger children with seven themed zones separated by color covering climbing and sliding, magnetic sand play, a reading area, a small toy section, and a jumping pit. Mornings here are predominantly families with babies and toddlers.

Walk down a set of stairs and you’ll find the space for older children: a VR zone with multiple game systems (guests get one hour free), two mini bowling lanes and two full-size bowling lanes (small additional charge), dart boards, and other games that adults will also happily use.

Outside, a rooftop playground connects to another wing of the resort. Between the three areas, children have more than enough to keep busy across an entire day.aces, there’s plenty for kids to do if they need a break from the room or just something else to do.

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Art Paradiso

The couples-only wing deserves its own section because the experience of walking into it is definitely different from the main resort. The decor shifts immediately into a more dark, moody, deliberately opulent style. Velvet couches. Gold accents. A complimentary bottle of wine in the room. A TV in the bathroom mirror for watching from the circular freestanding tub.

Art Paradiso is also home to Serase, a contemporary Korean bistro decorated in black, white, and deep red. Non-guests can dine here too making it a useful option if you want a more intimate, designed dinner experience rather than the Plaza’s casual food hall vibe. Worth dressing for.

Do be aware that you need to ook into Art Paradiso specifically to stay here. You can’t book through Paradise City Resort to stay there.

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The Plaza

The Plaza is connected to the main hotel via the Paradise Walk, a corridor of changing colored lights that takes a minute to walk through and several minutes to actually experience properly. It’s not part of the art museum, it’s simply a hallway, and it’s completely free. Walk it slowly.

Inside the Plaza: budget-friendly food options, a cafe, shopping, and duty-free shops for travelers. A rooftop playground separate from the Kid Zone inside the hotel. And a rooftop garden above it that is consistently, mysteriously empty. Take the escalators all the way up and you’ll have it almost entirely to yourself.

The Plaza is also where you’ll access Paradise Art Space, Wonderbox, and Cimer.

For me, one of the best things about the resort is how many spaces there are. Most people follow the same route it seems and miss some of the best bits. If there were a thousand people staying at the resort, you could easily feel as though you were one of just fifty there if you find these hidden spaces.

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Paradise Art Space

Free for guests and members. If you’re not a guest, membership is straightforward, just get on their website and sign up. The rotating exhibitions use the space well and the museum is genuinely worth the time even if contemporary art isn’t your primary interest. The architecture of the space itself is a reason to visit.

• Hours: 10:00am ~ 8:00pm
• Admission: Free

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Wonderbox

The Wonderbox features a rather stunning carnival indoors. I wouldn’t recommend going on the weekends because it can be packed and the lines long, but there was plenty to do and the performance was really stunning.

There are acrobatic performers walking around on stilts and flipping all over during the performance. Be sure to start scoping out seats early because the front rows fill up fast. The performance is at 1:00pm and 6:00pm so plan accordingly.

We stayed for a couple hours and had a blast playing the carnival games, riding the carousel and just taking in the fantastic decor.

• Hours: Monday – Friday: 10:00am ~ 9:00pm; Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am ~ 10:00pm
• Performance Showtimes: Tuesday ~ Sunday: 1:00pm & 6:00pm

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Cimer

Cimer is a swimming pool and spa that I haven’t yet had the pleasure of enjoying because children under 10 can’t enter, BUT I did go through on a tour and have had friends visit and absolutely raved. If you’ve wanted to go to a Korean style jjimjilbang but want to try an upscale version that is super luxurious, this is the spot.

Be welcomed into a main pool area with colorful hanging seats, loungers in the water and then halls to various must-try spots. Walk around to see every bit because there are various spa zones, relaxation spaces, and a spot to eat. You could, and probably should, spend the entire day there if you can.

• Age Limitations: Must be 10 or older to enter and sometimes older if there are specific events that aren’t minor friendly.
• Admission For The Entire Facility (Aqua Spa Tickets): W30,000 ~ W70,000 depending on age and inclusion of jjimjilbang or not
• *If you sign up for their free membership you can get up to a 30% discount depending on the season. Check with staff for current rates and discounts.
• Hours: Every day: 10:00am ~ 9:00pm

For those new to Korean spa culture, the guide to Korean bath houses has everything you need to know before your visit.

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Chroma

I haven’t been to Chroma either, the combination of children and evolving schedules, but the venue’s reputation is consistent: multiple floors including a pool, a music lounge with a retro atmosphere, a main stage, and a beach club for special events. The mirrored tunnel entrance is worth seeing regardless of whether you go inside , it’s one of the most photographed architectural details on the property.

• Hours:
  • 1F Music Lounge: Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday: 6:00pm ~ 2:00am; Friday & Saturday: 6:00pm ~ 4:00am
  • 2F Main Stage: Saturdays 9:00pm ~ 4:00am; Second Stage: Fridays 9:00pm ~ 4:00am
  • 3F Sky Box: Saturdays 9:00pm ~ 4:00am
  • 4F Beach Club: Follow their Instagram @pcitychroma to see about special events and when it’s open.
• Admission for 2F, 3F & 4F: Men W30,000 / W50,000; Women W20,000 / W30,000

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The Architecture

The reason I first heard about and went out to the Paradise City Resort was the architecture of Club Chroma and Wonderbox. ‘The Imprint’ designed by the architects MVRDV created two buildings with a windowless facade and the entrances are meant to look as if a curtain that was draped over it is being lifted up to let you in.

Walk through the draped entrance of Club Chroma to find a tunnel full of mirrors and at night they light up with various colors. It’s really stunning and made for a perfectly background for our yearly family photos. Couldn’t have asked for anything more eye catching and appealing.

The buildings are truly eye catching and are an amazing addition to the art collection that can be found inside. If you are interested in this and other architectural wonders around the city of Seoul, check out this post with all of the cool architecture to see in and around Seoul, Korea.

This was just a perfect introduction to the new luxury resort here in Korea and I’m glad I’ve been able to go back to visit even more. There is plenty to see and plenty to do. Whether you’re going out to stay or just visit Chroma, Cimer, or the art museum, it’s definitely a must see.

It depends what you want to do, but if you’re like me, you’ll probably want to take a few trips out there. I’m so comfortable with the place, you might find me nonchalantly hanging out in the rooftop garden when you decide to go! See you there?

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FAQ

Can you visit Paradise City without staying at the hotel?

Yes. Day visitors can access the Plaza, Paradise Art Space (with membership), Wonderbox, Cimer, and Club Chroma on a paid or ticketed basis without booking a room. The swimming pools require a day pass. The art collection throughout the hotel lobby and corridors is accessible to all visitors during regular hours. A day visit is a legitimate way to experience much of the resort.

Is Paradise City family friendly?

Very much so, with some age-specific areas. The main pool, Kid Zone, Wonderbox, and art museum are all family-appropriate. Cimer requires guests to be at least 10 years old and sometimes older depending on events. Club Chroma is an adult nightclub. Art Paradiso is couples-only. Everything else, including the Plaza, rooftop spaces, and art collection, works for all ages.

How far is Paradise City from Incheon Airport?

About 10 minutes by taxi. It’s on the same island (Yeongjong-do) as Incheon International Airport, making it genuinely convenient as a pre-departure stay or a stopover destination.

Is Paradise City worth it?

For a special occasion stay or a unique day out near Seoul, yes. The combination of world-class art, distinctive architecture, the spa facilities, and the sheer variety of things to do in one place is difficult to find elsewhere in Korea. It’s priced at the luxury level but non-guests can access a significant amount of what makes the resort special without booking a room.

What is included with a hotel stay at Paradise City?

Breakfast at On The Plate is included with most bookings. One complimentary pool visit per night of stay is included. Access to the Paradise Art Space museum is free for guests. Cimer, Wonderbox, and Club Chroma all have separate admission charges regardless of guest status. Verify what’s included when booking as packages change.

What is Art Paradiso?

Art Paradiso is the couples-only wing of Paradise City Resort with 58 rooms that are exclusively for adults with no children permitted. It has its own distinct design aesthetic (darker, more intimate than the main resort), complimentary wine, and access to the Serase bistro. It’s booked separately from the main resort so check the Paradise City website for the current booking process.

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Paradise City Resort is the kind of place that’s better experienced than described. The art collection alone justifies a visit. Add the pool, the hidden rooftop spaces, the architecture of the Chroma building at night, and whatever’s currently showing in the art museum, and you have a full day without touching the spa or the club. If you’re spending time near Incheon Airport, before a flight, on a layover, or as part of an Incheon day trip, it’s the most interesting stop on the island.

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