In Korea, facilities called jimjilbangs—which include saunas and large public baths—are popular with people of all ages. Here, you can also enjoy services such as body scrubs, massages, and mugwort steaming. Many of these facilities are open 24 hours and can be used as accommodations, so you can even get a body scrub late at night. In this article, we introduce 2 popular jimjilbangs in the Seomyeon and Bon-il-dong areas where you can experience a body scrub at midnight. After enjoying shopping and gourmet delights in Seomyeon until late, be sure to check these out!
1. Shinton Panton
Located about 500m south of Seomyeon Station, Shinton Panton is a very popular jimjilbang among young people and shoppers in the Seomyeon area. Situated on the 8th floor of the GOLDEN VIEW building, this relatively new facility is open 24 hours and remains busy even late at night. Unlike some jimjilbangs that do not allow children, this one accepts children, making it a bonus for families. Many locals visit here with their children.
Name: Shinton Panton
Address: 522-4, Budong, Busanjin-gu, Busan
2. Kang Dong-Hyo Esthetic & Massage House
Located just a few minutes' walk from Exit 10 of Bon-il Station in Seomyeon, Kang Dong-Hyo Esthetic & Massage House is a jimjilbang with a strong local atmosphere that focuses on esthetic treatments and massages. Although it is open 24 hours, unlike other jimjilbangs, this establishment includes a sauna as an option with its esthetic and massage services. Therefore, you can receive a thorough and attentive body scrub treatment.
While it is great that you can experience body scrubs and saunas until late at night, walking the streets at midnight might be a concern especially for groups of women. In such cases, take advantage of the pickup service available in the Seomyeon, Nampo-dong, and Bon-il-dong areas. Depending on the course and number of people, they will provide transportation, so don’t hesitate to ask.
There are several course options available separately for men and women, allowing you to choose the one you prefer. The prices are relatively affordable, and if you reserve in advance or select a course, you can get an even better deal!
Name: Kang Dong-Hyo Esthetic & Massage House
Address: 839-32, Soman Building 5F, Boncheon 1-dong, Busanjin-gu, Busan
◎ Summary
We introduced 2 spots in the Seomyeon and Bon-il-dong areas of Busan where you can receive a body scrub until late at night. Seomyeon is a vibrant area where many young people visit for shopping and gourmet experiences, and although Bon-il-dong also has department stores and other shopping spots, it retains a more local atmosphere.
The two jimjilbangs featured here each capture a unique local vibe. Be sure to experience various jimjilbangs—not just at midnight—to immerse yourself in Korean culture and achieve beautifully smooth skin!