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Openings and closures of places to stay in Korea, 2017–2026
Counted from license and closure dates in Ministry of the Interior and Safety license data (2026 up to Nov 13, 2026).
Sources MOIS business licenses · KTO TourAPI · hotel star-rating listsData as of Nov 13, 2026Updated weekly
| Year | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1,416 | 236 |
| 2018 | 1,430 | 283 |
| 2019 | 2,624 | 458 |
| 2020 | 1,564 | 569 |
| 2021 | 1,608 | 629 |
| 2022 | 1,738 | 560 |
| 2023 | 1,965 | 504 |
| 2024 | 1,858 | 586 |
| 2025 | 2,129 | 515 |
| 2026 | 1,930 | 451 |
FAQ
How many places to stay opened and closed in Korea in 2025?
Based on business license records, 2,129 hotels, hanok stays, pensions, residences, hostels and condo resorts opened and 515 closed in 2025 (motels and homestays excluded).