UIST'25 will take place in Busan, Republic of Korea. Nestled along the southeastern coast of South Korea, Busan is a dynamic metropolis where tradition meets modernity. Famous for its stunning coastline, Busan boasts pristine beaches, including Haeundae and Gwangalli, where visitors can enjoy scenic ocean views and vibrant nightlife. The city is also home to majestic mountains, such as Geumjeong-san, and tranquil temples, including the iconic Haedong Yonggungsa, perched on a seaside cliff.
Easily accessible by air and train and with a comprehensive and modern subway system, we look forward to welcoming you to Busan.
Conference Hotel
UIST'25 will be held in the Paradise Hotel, in Haeundae, Busan. The Paradise Hotel features one of the largest 5-star hotel event facilities in Busan and can comfortably host UIST'25 and a long history of hosting academic and professional conferences. In addition to its event facilities, the hotel has numerous dining, cafe, and bar facilities offering both Korean and International cuisine.
Transportation
Entry to Korea
International travelers to South Korea must acquire either a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) or a Visa. To determine what you need, follow these steps:
Check here to determine if you need a K-ETA or Visa. This will depend on your citizenship.
If you need a K-ETA, you must apply for it and receive approval 72 hours prior to departure. You are strongly advised to apply for the K-ETA at least one week before your intended departure. The applicant fee is KRW 10,000 (approximately 8 USD).
If you are not eligible for a K-ETA, you must apply for a Visa (commonly a Short Term General Visa, C-3-1) for your travel to South Korea.
ACM can provide visa support letters to registered attendees of UIST'25, authors and speakers with accepted papers/posters/talks, and UIST'25 conference committee members. Please allow up to 10 business days for your information to be reviewed and your support letter to be processed. All requests are handled in the order they are received. If you cannot access this form for any reason, please email acmsupportletters@executivevents.com with the following information:
Name as it appears on your passport
Current postal mailing address
Name of the conference you are registering for
Registration confirmation number and/or
Title of your talk or presentation, if you are presenting
Fly To Busan
Busan's airport is Gimhae International Airport (PUS). It is well connected to destinations across Asia as well as within Korea. It is easy to reach the Paradise Hotel, where UIST'25 will be held, from Gimhae Airport:
Taxi: Between 30 minutes to one hour, cost of 25,000-40,000 KRW (~20-30 USD).
Subway: 1 hour 15 minutes, cost 2,700 KRW (~2 USD) from Gimhae International Airport to Haeundae Subway Station
Seoul has two international airports. Most international travelers arrive at Incheon (ICN), but there are also connections to Gimpo (GIM) from other parts of Asia. You can get to Busan by:
Flight: If you fly on Korean Air, you can connect directly from Incheon Airport to Busan Gimhae Airport. Otherwise, you must transfer from Incheon Airport to Gimpo Airport (a 4,000 KRW (2.5USD) 33-minute AREX train ride). There are frequent flights from Gimpo Airport to Busan Gimhae Airport.
Train: You can take the AREX express (10000 KRW, 51 mins) or all-stop subway train (2000 KRW, ~1 hour) to Seoul Station and catch a KTX bullet train to Busan Station (50,000-60,000 KRW, 35-40 USD). There are trains as frequently as every 10-15 minutes, and the journey takes approximately 2.5-3 hours. On the weekends, it is advisable to book tickets in advance.
Bus: You can take an express bus to Busan Bus Terminal from Incheon Airport. Bus tickets (60,000-70,000 KRW, 40-45 USD) can be purchased at the airport bus terminal. The journey takes approximately 5 hours. Buses run roughly once per hour.
Train/Bus in Busan
Trains arrive at Busan Station, while most buses arrive at Busan Bus Terminal. You can get to the Paradise Hotel, where UIST'25 will be held by:
Subway: Approximately 1 hour, cost 2,700 KRW (~2 USD) from the train or bus station to Haeundae Subway Station.
Taxi: Between 30 minutes to one hour, cost of 15,000-30,000 KRW (~12-25 USD). There are taxi ranks outside both stations. Additionally, you can use Uber to call and pay for a taxi.
Bus: City buses connect both train and bus stations to Haeundae and the Paradise Hotel. Google Maps provides accurate bus information about bus schedules and routes.
Around Haeundae
The Busan subway system is the easiest way to get around Busan and to the Paradise Hotel, where UIST'25 will be held. The closest subway station to UIST'25 is Haeundae, which is about a 10-minute walk away.
You can also travel around Haeundae using taxis (local rides will be 7,000-15,000 KRW (5-10 USD)). Taxis can often be hailed in the street, or your hotel can call one for you. You can also call and pay for a taxi using Uber.
Haeundae, the neighborhood around UIST'25, is very walkable, with Haeundae beach as well as numerous restaurants, cafes, and bars, as well as supermarkets, pharmacies, and other facilities, in the near vicinity.
Accommodation
Conference Venue: The Paradise Hotel (★★★★★)
UIST'25 will take place at the Paradise Hotel in Haeundae, Busan, Korea.
Quoted prices include 10% service charge and 11% tax. Breakfast is available at 42,350 KRW/person/day. An extra bed can be provided for 72,600 KRW/night.
These prices will be held until 28th August 2025 and are subject to availability. Due to the very limited number of rooms available at these prices, we recommend you book early.
Check-in at the Paradise Hotel is at 3:00 pm, and check-out is at 11:00 am.
Booking procedures to take advantage of these rates will be announced in the early summer.
Alternative Accommodation
There are many excellent hotels near the conference venue, catering to all budgets. We provide a list of reliable hotels below, each a walkable distance from the main venue. UIST'25 has no specific arrangement with these venues - you must book accommodation using the hotel website or a third-party booking service as normal.
We list these hotels in order of proximity to the venue. We list options with 3- to 5 stars.
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