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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

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
Stephen Pang and Punnat Punsri Capture Special Lions at APT Incheon
Stephen Pang wins the APT Incheon Main Event for KRW 411 million as Punnat Punsri takes the Superstar Challenge and KRW 360 million.
2026.08.16
Stephen Pang Wins Record APT Incheon Main Event for KRW 411M
Stephen Pang survives a wild heads-up battle to win the record 1,393-entry APT Incheon Main Event and KRW 411.18 million after an ICM deal.
2026.08.15
Stephen Pang Leads Final 9 as Masatoshi Minowa Wins Zodiac Classic
Stephen Pang leads the APT Incheon 2026 Main Event final nine as Masatoshi Minowa wins the record-breaking Zodiac Classic for KRW 155m.
2026.08.15
Shinichiro Kano Leads Final 47 as APT Incheon Records Continue to Fall
Shinichiro Kano leads the final 47 in the record APT Incheon Main Event, while the Zodiac Classic draws 403 entries and Yingjie Chen wins.
2026.08.14
Deng Leads Record APT Incheon Main Event Into the Money; Lin Tops High Roller
The APT Incheon Main Event record falls as 1,393 entries build a KRW 3 billion prize pool, with 207 players advancing into the money.
2026.08.13
Kunlei Xie Wins APT Incheon High Roller Ultra Stack as Main Event Tops 1K
Kunlei Xie wins the APT Incheon High Roller Ultra Stack for KRW 179.6 million as the Main Event grows to 1,177 entries.
2026.08.12
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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