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Paradise City Incheon: Korea’s Luxury Poker Resort

Callum Jury
Callum JuryLive Content & Social Media Specialist
Reviewed by Jessy

Paradise City Incheon is South Korea’s prestige integrated resort, a stunning masterpiece of art and entertainment located right next to Incheon International Airport. As the first and largest multi-complex resort in Northeast Asia, it serves as the ultimate high-end gateway for poker travellers entering the Korean peninsula. The property is world-renowned for its “Art-tainment” concept, housing over 3,000 pieces of contemporary art; including the iconic yellow pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama, creating an unparalleled atmosphere where luxury gaming meets cultural gallery.

Why Paradise City Incheon?

  • South Korea’s Major Stage: The primary home for the country’s most prestigious poker festivals, including the APPT Cambodia (historically Korea) and the WPT Korea .
  • Premier Poker Room: Features a dedicated, sophisticated poker space that is widely considered the gold standard for professionalism and service in the region.
  • Unrivalled Proximity: Situated just minutes from the airport via a complimentary shuttle or magnetic levitation train, making it the most accessible venue for international grinders.
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GAMES
NLHE & PLO
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STAKES
₩1k/3k to High Stakes
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VIBE
Ultra-Luxury Art

The Paradise Poker Experience

The poker action at Paradise City runs 24/7 in a dedicated room known for its high-caliber staff and elite player comforts. Cash games are consistent, primarily spreading No-Limit Hold’em with blinds starting at ₩1,000/₩3,000, while higher stakes and Pot-Limit Omaha games frequently materialize during peak hours and major festivals. The venue is equipped with the latest RFID technology and high-end table equipment, ensuring a seamless and secure environment for both recreational players and professional high-rollers.

The true spectacle at Paradise City is its ability to handle massive international fields. During major series like WPT Korea or the APPT, the resort utilises its expansive ballroom spaces to host hundreds of tables simultaneously, breaking regional attendance records year after year. Unlike many other Asian hubs, the resort offers an integrated “stay-and-play” experience where world-class dining, a luxury spa (Cimer), and high-energy nightclubs (Chroma) are all just a short walk from the tournament floor.

Venue Logistics

📍 Location: Located within the International Business Center (IBC) of Incheon International Airport.

🏨 Accommodations: Features 711 guest rooms including ultra-luxurious suites and villas, complemented by a world-class spa and family-friendly indoor theme park.

📝 Entry & Requirements: Entry is restricted to international passport holders aged 19 and older; local South Korean citizens are not permitted to enter the casino areas.

 

♠️ Official Paradise City Updates

Connect with the venue for live game availability, festival schedules, and luxury bookings.

Festivals at Paradise City Incheon

APTC
Asia Series Poker Tour Korea 2024
APTC/2024
Jan 05-Jan 14
APTC
Hong Kong Poker Tour (HKPT) Paradise City Korea 2023
APTC/2023
Jun 20-Jun 25
APTC
** CANCELED ** Korea Open Poker Tour 2020
APTC/2020
Nov 20-Nov 23
APTC
Japan High Roller Festival 2020
APTC/2020
Jan 03-Jan 06
APTC
Club46 Japan High Roller Festival 9
APTC/2019
Nov 15-Nov 17
APTC
Paradise City Paradise Poker Series 5
APTC/2019
Nov 07-Nov 11
APTC
Club46 Japan High Roller Festival
APTC/2019
Sep 26-Oct 29
APTC
Paradise Poker Series 3
APTC/2019
Feb 07-Feb 11

Paradise City Incheon related news

Hirotaka Fukatsu Wins APPT Korea Main Event for KRW 218 Million ($161,000) – More Than Ten Times His Previous Best
Hirotaka Fukatsu defeated Xueying Zhao to win the APPT Korea Main Event for KRW 218M (~USD 161k), ten times his previous best cash.
2026.09.14
Yukinori Kojima Triumphs in Marathon Heads-Up to Claim Super High Roller Title at APPT Korea
Yukinori Kojima wins the APPT Korea SHR at Paradise City Incheon, defeating Kotaro Kurotaki heads-up for KRW 95M after a 2.5-hour battle.
2026.09.12
Shaoshuai Li Stops the Steamroll to Claim APPT National Title for KRW 64 Million
Shaoshuai Li overcomes Xueying Zhao's chip lead to win the APPT National at APPT Korea 2026 for KRW 64,100,000.
2026.09.10
Shion Sakamoto Claims First Spadie and Over KRW 40 Million in APPT Korea Mystery Bounty
Shion Sakamoto wins the APPT Korea Mystery Bounty at Paradise City for a total haul exceeding KRW 40M.
2026.09.07
APPT Korea Returns After Seven Years as Tomohiro Kawada Claims Paradise City Kickoff
APPT Korea 2026 is underway at Paradise City Incheon. Tomohiro Kawada wins the Paradise City Kickoff for KRW 14,996,000.
2026.09.05
Passport Ready: APPT Korea 2026 Starts Tomorrow at Paradise City Incheon, September 3–14
APPT Korea 2026 starts tomorrow, September 3, at Paradise City Incheon, with a KRW 1 billion Main Event, major tournaments and High Rollers.
2026.09.02
Two Victory Laps, Eight Records and One Huge APT Incheon
APT Incheon 2026 drew 14,059 entries and awarded KRW 15.96B as Stephen Pang won the Main Event and 8 tournament records fell in Korea.
2026.08.23
14,059 Entries as Lee and Liao Close APT Incheon
APT Incheon 2026 ends with 14,059 entries and KRW 15.96 billion awarded as Chang Hwan Lee, Po Hao Liao and six more champions win titles.
2026.08.17
Chang Hwan Lee Flies High With KRW 200M APT Incheon High Roller Victory
Chang Hwan "Jack" Lee turns the Day 1 chip lead into a KRW 199.87 million APT Incheon High Roller victory after defeating Jun Li heads-up.
2026.08.17
APPT Korea 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the Return to Incheon
APPT Korea is making a stop from Sept 3-14 at Paradise City Incheon, headlined by a KRW 1 Billion guaranteed Main Event.
2026.08.16
About the Editor
Callum Jury
Callum Jury

Callum Jury is SoMuchPoker's Live Content and Social Media Specialist, reporting live from WSOP and Asia Pacific poker festivals including the APT and PokerStars LIVE series. Originally from the Lake District in the UK, he has covered the Southeast Asian poker circuit since 2025, combining day-by-day tournament reporting with the social and digital content that brings the action to fans.

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