Title: Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102502054&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Pension in Gyeongju with free parking ## Photo gallery for Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla ![Exterior - Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla (Gyeongju)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102510000/102502100/102502054/cae16577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms (BLI - A) | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla (Gyeongju)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102510000/102502100/102502054/94d1d513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms (BLI - A) | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla (Gyeongju)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102510000/102502100/102502054/6097266e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms (BLI - A) | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla (Gyeongju)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102510000/102502100/102502054/d2cb4618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room, 2 Bedrooms (BLI - A) | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi - Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla (Gyeongju)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102510000/102502100/102502054/ce08e162.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies The tranquil atmosphere of Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla offers a perfect retreat. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGyeongju-Hotels-Gyeongju-Blibli-Poolvilla.h102502054.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGyeongju-Hotels-Gyeongju-Blibli-Poolvilla.h102502054.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.78874%2C129.30293&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BoKqcc1mYZJwCQdi5yvmr41DU3A=) 49-80, Saegol-gil, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 38128 #### What's nearby - Gyeongju National Park \- 6 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Kyongju Folk Craft Village \- 7 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Bulguksa Temple \- 12 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Bomun Lake \- 14 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Hwangnidan-gil Road \- 27 min drive \- 11.6 miles #### Getting around - Gyeongju Station - 21 min drive - Ulsan (USN) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪불국사 토함산밀면 - ‬18 min walk - ‪어탕명가(보불어탕명가) - ‬19 min walk - ‪류화담 - ‬17 min walk - ‪쑥부쟁이 - ‬18 min walk - ‪할머니 손칼국수 - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Pension in Gyeongju with free parking An outdoor pool, a garden and barbecues are available at this pension. Self parking is free. Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla offers 2 accommodations. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Recreational amenities at the pension include an outdoor pool. 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 8 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Pension Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Gyeongju-si Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Pension Gyeongju-si ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla? ### Is Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla? ### What time is check-in at Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla? ### What time is check-out at Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla? ### Where is Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Gyeongju Blibli Poolvilla Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sangyoun 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 수영장이 충분히 크고 깊어서 7-11살 아이들 4명이 마음껏 놀수 있었습니다. 수영장의 습한 공기가 거실쪽으로 들어오지 않도록 잘 차단되어있어서 쾌적했습니다. ##### Sangyoun Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taekyung 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 매우 만족했습니다. 시설은 깨끗하고 편리했습니다. 3인 가족이 이용했는데 2층에 방 두개에 거실까지 있어 6\~7인도 부족함이 없어 보였습니다. 정원에는 아이들 놀수있는 장난감들도 좋았고 무엇보다 아이가 좋아했어요. 물놀이도 체크인 후 2시간 퇴실하기전 1시간 신나게 놀수있었습니다 재방문의사 있으며 적극 추천합니다 ##### Taekyung Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 가성비 훌륭한 풀빌라 경주 풀빌라는 처음인데 아주 만족했어요. 추가인원 다 하니 비용이 꽤 되긴했지만 마당도 있고 단독 수영장도 있어서 잘 놀았습니다. 구명조끼나 장난감 노후된것만 조금씩 손봐주시면 더 좋을 것 같아요. 무엇보다 청결도가 만점입니다! 펜션 찝찝해서 잘 안가고 호캉스만 했는데 여긴 진짜 신축처럼 깨끗했어요. 또 갈게요\~^^ ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e21bd54c-ac9d-433b-9ba8-9ac5ad707415-1746193129509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cffff95d-74c5-4c15-8cd0-9dacab64adc8-1746193143286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c21aaa61-9cf1-4f76-bfbe-c620a96ba3dc-1746193130056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 경주 가족여행 최고 4살 아이와 부모님 모시고 방문했어요, 깨끗하고 편안한 가족여행이었습니다 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### taejun 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 가족 여행으로 최고! 이번 여름에 갔던 물놀이 숙소들중에서 최고였습니다. 잘 관리된 정원부터 시작해서 방 컨디션, 수영장, 개별 바베큐장 등 모든 것이 완벽했습니다. 주인분도 너무 친절하셨구요. 재방문의사 100프로입니다! 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