산청 지리산뷰캐슬펜션

When I arrived at the reception counter with the help of a local, we needed to shout many, many times to no avail. When the local entered the room to find if someone was around, the lady host was watching TV! There was no chair. The table was a folding table that was meant for sitting on the floor. The water pressure was weak and extremely difficult to adjust water temperature without further affecting the pressure. I booked 1 day more in case the next day rained. Having completed my summit hike, I decided to check out 1 day earlier. Upon checking out, the reception area was locked. I literally shouted out loud and there was not a single soul around. The hosts' car was not there. I eventually left my room key in the room and left. Throughout my 3 days' stay, I didn't see anyone except the 2 hosts. As much as I could see the kindness of the 2 hosts, there was language barrier and we needed to rely on translation app. Still, I am appreciate that the 2 hosts came to knock my door at 6 am and drive me to the trailhead to meet up with other hikers for another drive by different driver and car. I could see the pension is one of the nearest to the trailhead. There are a few eateries and 2 convenience shops within 10 minutes walk. You could explore lower Jirisan too. The bus stop for Jinju Intercity Bus Terminal and Wonji Bus Terminal are there too. At least I got what I stayed for - Mt Jirisan. Just be mentally prepared for the trade offs. I tried to call the 2 numbers displayed at the pension. They didn't seem to be/weren't valid numbers calling from my overseas mobile - at least might not be updated.