International BTS fans nearly fill up city-run accommodation options in Busan

Published May 5, 2026 12:04

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

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A long-anticipated Arirang World Tour by the globally recognized K-pop band BTS is in full swing. Therefore, to support foreign fans and ensure city safety, Busan authorities introduced foreigner-exclusive accommodation in youth training centers and a temple for approximately 400 people at affordable prices. Prices start at roughly $7 for youth centers and $54.51 for the temple, with reservations opening in late April ahead of the concerts scheduled for June 12 and 13.

According to the Yonhap News Agency, the upcoming concerts at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium sold out during presale in late April and the municipal-run stay options are almost fully booked.

The reservations are available through NOL World, a Korean travel and ticket platform designed for international users. According to Yonhap, citing the city authorities, reservation rates were in the mid-80% range for June 11-12 and 99.56% for June 12-13.

The world tour was announced on Jan. 13 and kicked off on April 9 in Goyang, South Korea, running through 2027.

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