BTS fans offered accommodation in Buddhist temples amid rising hotel prices ahead of concerts

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22 May 2026 • 10:21 PM MYT
The Independent
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BTS fans offered accommodation in Buddhist temples amid rising hotel prices ahead of concerts

  • Buddhist temples in and around Busan are offering free or low-cost accommodation to BTS fans.
  • This initiative addresses the significant surge in hotel prices and booking cancellations caused by the K-pop group's upcoming concerts in the South Korean city.
  • The concerts on 12 and 13 June mark BTS's first tour since all seven members completed their mandatory military service.
  • Accommodation prices in Busan reportedly rose 2.4 times higher than usual rates, with some guesthouses increasing prices by over tenfold.
  • Busan authorities have responded to numerous complaints by launching inspections, threatening tax audits, and introducing a 'Fair Lodging Challenge' to encourage standard pricing.

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