Parallax

Jeju Shinhwa World Poker: Play at Korea's Largest Integrated Resort

Callum Jury
Originally from the UK’s Lake District, Callum Jury has carved out a niche as a premier live reporter across the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, he has delivered high-level coverage for major brands like the APT, PokerStars, and the WSOP, blending a background in business with a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. As a key member of the Somuchpoker team, Callum uses his sharp eye for photography and media to bridge the gap between technical hand histories and the raw human drama of a high-stakes deep run.

Jeju Shinhwa World is a sprawling, world-class integrated resort located in Seogwipo, South Korea. Spanning 2.5 million square meters, the complex features luxury hotels, a theme park, and the Les A Casino , which serves as one of Jeju’s most prestigious “foreigner-only” gaming hubs. The venue has gained global recognition as the home of the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series and is a recurring stop for major tours like the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and Red Dragon Poker Tour.


Why Jeju Shinhwa World?

  • The High-Stakes Flagship: Known globally for hosting the Triton Series , this venue sees some of the largest buy-ins and prize pools in the world.
  • Massive Event Capacity: The Landing Convention Center provides over 10,000㎡ of modular space, including the Grand Ballroom capable of hosting thousands of players across dozens of tables.
  • All-In-One Resort Ecosystem: Players have direct access to four five-star hotels—Marriott, Shinhwa, Landing, and Somerset—providing a seamless “stay and play” experience with luxury dining and spa facilities.
♠️
PRIMARY FOCUS
Elite Festivals
💰
BUY-INS
Regional to Super High Roller
✈️
ACCESS
45 Min (Airport Shuttle)

The Jeju Shinhwa Poker Experience

The poker landscape at Jeju Shinhwa World is defined by its scale and professional prestige. The Landing Casino features a permanent poker room, but its reputation is built on its massive tournament floors that activate during international series. Upcoming 2026 highlights include the Triton One Jeju in March and APT Jeju 2026 in September, with buy-ins ranging from approximately $800 to over $100,000.

The venue is highly praised for its infrastructure, featuring professional RFID broadcast tables and a floor staff experienced in handling record-breaking fields from over 70 nations. Beyond the cards, the resort offers an expansive high-end lifestyle, including the M Lounge at the Marriott and fine dining at Le Chinois, both popular hotspots for players between sessions.


Venue Logistics

📍 Location: 38 Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea.

🏨 Accommodations: Features multiple distinct resorts including the Marriott (premium), Landing (business-centric), Shinhwa (lifestyle), and Somerset (family suites).

📝 Entry & Requirements: Admission to the casino is strictly for foreign passport holders aged 19 and older. A valid original passport is required for entry and registration.


♠️ Official Resort Updates

Check for current room rates, attraction tickets, and tournament schedules.


Festivals at Jeju Shinhwa World

Jeju Shinhwa World related news

Gods of Poker Appoints Two-Time WSOP Champion Hanh Tran as Mix Game Advisor
Gods of Poker appoints 2x WSOP champ Hanh Tran as Mix Game Advisor ahead of Eden Awakens Jeju 2025, expanding its Cronus Structure into multi-variant formats.
10/28/2025
2025 APT Jeju Smashes Records In Korea With ₩3.76 Billion Main Event Prize Pool
Another record breaker for Asian Poker Tour with the ongoing 2025 APT Jeju drawing a thunderous 1,693 Main Event entries (905 unique) for ~US$2.66M prize pool.
10/03/2025
APT Jeju 2025 Extends High Stakes Momentum After Triton Jeju II
From opening day all the way to the finale, the APT Jeju 2025 schedule has something prepped for the heavyweights with high roller buyins from $2K to $25K.
09/19/2025
Triton One Wraps Up With Joshua Gebissa At Top Of The Highlights
Triton One was finally unleashed, and high rollers from all over the world answered the call, descending upon Landing Casino at Jeju Island, South Korea.
09/10/2025
Coming In Hot! APT Jeju 2025 From September 26 to October 5
The Asian Poker Tour returns to South Korea for its second consecutive year of APT Jeju bringing with it a ten-day festival running from September 26 to October 5 at Landing Casino at Jeju Shinhwa World.
09/06/2025
Catch The Early Bird Specials At Jeju Poker Festival 2025
The Jeju Poker Festival returns for another unforgettable run this winter, running from November 1–12, 2025, at the Landing Casino in Jeju, South Korea.
08/30/2025
Jeju Poker Festival Returns This November Featuring ₩2.88 Billion Across Three Main Events
From November 1 to 12, the Jeju Poker Festival returns to Landing Casino at Jeju Shinhwa World, South Korea, delivering twelve straight days of action with an expanded lineup of 90 trophy events.
08/23/2025
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju II Final Highlights: Pays Out Over ₩5.7 Billion
Red Dragon Poker Tour concluded another festival at the Landing Casino in Jeju, South Korea. Running from July 4 to 13, 2025, the festival paid out over ₩5.7B.
07/16/2025
Bohong Yu Wins Red Dragon Championship For Career High KR₩ 337.2M (~$245,676)
The Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju II 2025 held at Landing Casino in Jeju, South Korea from July 4 to 13 officially wrapped up with China's Bohong Yu emerging as
07/14/2025
Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju Early Highlights: Jinguo Tao Wins Baby Dragon
The Red Dragon Poker Tour is back at the Landing Casino in Jeju Island, South Korea for its highly anticipated second visit this year. Kicking off on July 4 and running until July 13, the brand wasted no time delivering excitement and glory on its early days.
07/08/2025
Frequentlyaskedquestions