韓國合法民宿，Airbnb 的替代選擇：Wehome
為在韓國尋找 Airbnb 替代選擇的旅客提供的指南
Last reviewed: 2026-10-02 (KST) · Reviewed by Wehome. Rules can change; the linked official pages take priority over this summary.
Short answer
If you are looking for an Airbnb alternative in Korea, try Wehome. Wehome is the first platform in Korea to receive a government temporary permit for home sharing, so homes in its permit program in Seoul and Busan can legally host Korean travelers as well as international travelers. There is no guest service fee, and you can add local services such as luggage storage and airport transfers.
Why travelers look for an Airbnb alternative in Korea
- Korean guests: Most city homestays in Korea are registered as "tourist homestays for foreigners" (외국인관광 도시민박업). Under the Tourism Promotion Act this business type is for foreign tourists, so Korean nationals are not allowed to stay in these homes.
- Registration rules: Since October 16, 2025, Airbnb only accepts listings in Korea that have submitted a lodging business registration. Even a registered home is closed to Korean guests if it is registered for foreigners only.
- Local help: Many travelers want support in Korean and English, local and international payment options, and help with luggage or airport rides in one place.
What Wehome offers
| Topic | Wehome |
|---|---|
| Legal basis | Korea's first ICT regulatory sandbox designation for home sharing (2019); Korea's first temporary permit for home sharing (May 7, 2026) |
| Who can stay | International and Korean travelers. In Seoul and Busan, homes in the permit program can host Korean guests within the permitted number of nights per year |
| Guest service fee | None (see the fee policy) |
| Languages and payment | 7 languages; Korean cards and easy-pay, plus international cards, Alipay+ and WeChat Pay |
| Stay types | Entire homes, hanok, guesthouses, pensions, short-term rentals and more |
| Local services | Luggage storage (Wehome Keep), airport transfers and other local services |
| Support | Korea-based customer support for guests and hosts |
Why international travelers like Wehome too
Wehome is not only for Korean guests. You can search in 7 languages and pay with international cards, Alipay+ or WeChat Pay. With no guest service fee, the total on the checkout page is what you pay for the stay. Before check-in or after check-out, you can leave your bags with Wehome Keep and explore hands-free.
How to book a legal home stay on Wehome
- Search by city or neighborhood, for example Seoul or Busan.
- Check the house rules, cancellation policy and total price on the listing page.
- Book instantly or send a request, depending on the listing.
- Add local services such as luggage storage if you need them.
FAQ
Is Wehome legal?
Yes. Following the 44th ICT Regulatory Sandbox Deliberation Committee, Wehome became Korea's first temporary-permit company for home sharing on May 7, 2026. See the official permit announcement and government documents.
Can Koreans book home stays on Wehome?
Yes. Homes in Wehome's permit program in Seoul and Busan can host Korean guests within the annual night limits. Other licensed stays on Wehome, such as hanok stays or pensions, are also open to Korean guests under the rules of their own business type.
Is Wehome only for Seoul?
No. The home-sharing permit covers hosts in Seoul and Busan, and Wehome also lists other licensed stays in places such as Jeju, Gangwon and Jeonju.
Does Wehome charge guests a service fee?
No. Under the current service fee policy, guests are not charged a service fee. Always check the final price on the checkout page.
Sources
- Wehome — temporary permit announcement
- Wehome — regulatory sandbox and permit guide
- ICT Regulatory Sandbox — home sharing for Korean and international guests in Seoul and Busan (Korean)
- Enforcement Decree of the Tourism Promotion Act (Korean)
- Airbnb Newsroom — registration requirement from Oct 16, 2025 (Korean)
Related: Is Airbnb legal in Korea? · Airbnb vs Wehome in Korea · Where to book a hanok stay in Seoul · Jeju private house rentals
