Content Writer: Janice Chew • Tuesday, 26/02/2026 - 18:43:22 - PM
Casino sales at Jeju Dream Tower rose sharply in January, climbing 55% year-on-year to US$31.4 million, signalling a strong start to 2026 for one of South Korea’s most closely watched integrated resort developments. The performance reflects improving visitation trends to Jeju Island and growing traction for premium mass and international play at the foreigner-only casino.
The January result underscores the steady recovery of Jeju’s gaming market, which has benefited from increased regional air connectivity and a gradual return of overseas visitors. While Korea’s mainland casinos in Seoul continue to face structural and competitive pressures, Jeju’s resort-style positioning has allowed Dream Tower to capture demand from travellers seeking leisure-focused destinations rather than short urban gaming trips.
Operators and analysts point to Jeju Dream Tower’s integrated resort model as a key differentiator. Unlike many Korean casinos that operate as standalone venues, Dream Tower combines gaming with luxury hotel inventory, dining, retail and entertainment, enabling higher spend per visitor and longer stays. This diversification has proven critical in stabilising revenue and improving resilience amid fluctuating inbound tourism patterns.
The strong year-on-year growth also suggests improving yield quality, not just higher volumes. Industry sources note that premium mass players have contributed meaningfully to January’s results, helping lift average spend while reducing reliance on volatile VIP-driven play. This mirrors a broader regional trend where operators are increasingly prioritising margin stability over headline turnover.
Looking ahead, Jeju Dream Tower’s January performance sets a positive tone for the rest of the year, particularly if international travel—especially from Northeast Asia—continues to strengthen. While challenges remain in Korea’s tightly regulated gaming market, the latest figures reinforce the view that well-executed integrated resorts in destination locations like Jeju are better positioned to capture the next phase of growth in the Asian gaming landscape.
