Key Moments:
- Jeju Dream Tower attracted 59,050 casino visitors in September 2025, surpassing the previous monthly record.
- Casino sales climbed 23.2 percent month-to-month, reaching KRW 52.9 billion (US$37.6 million).
- Year-to-date casino sales increased 51.3 percent year-on-year to KRW 333.9 billion (US$238 million).
Record-Setting Visitation Drives Growth
Jeju Dream Tower, owned by Lotte Tour, achieved unprecedented results in September 2025 as it continued its upward trajectory within South Korea’s gaming sector. The property welcomed 59,050 guests to its casino during the month, outdoing the 57,042 customer record from August. This momentum underlines the casino’s continued popularity and its appeal as a premier destination on Jeju Island.
Strong Casino Performance and Sales Breakdown
The casino’s gaming drop rose 4.3 percent month-to-month in September to KRW 293.3 billion (approximately US$209 million). Sales recorded a striking 23.2 percent sequential increase, totaling KRW 52.9 billion (US$37.6 million). Compared to September last year, sales have surged by 86.3 percent, illustrating a robust recovery.
Category | September 2025 Value | Month-to-Month Change | Year-on-Year Change |
---|---|---|---|
Casino Drop | KRW 293.3 billion (US$209 million) | +4.3% | – |
Casino Sales | KRW 52.9 billion (US$37.6 million) | +23.2% | +86.3% |
Table Game Sales | KRW 51.1 billion (US$36.5 million) | +24.2% | – |
Gaming Machine Sales | KRW 1.83 billion (US$1.3 million) | +0.6% | – |
Hotel Sales (August) | KRW 6.93 billion (US$4.9 million) | -17.1% | – |
Table games contributed significantly with a 24.2 percent rise during the month, recording KRW 51.1 billion (US$36.5 million) in sales. Gaming machines posted a more modest gain of 0.6 percent to KRW 1.83 billion (US$1.3 million). However, hotel revenues showed a 17.1 percent decline in August to KRW 6.93 billion (US$4.9 million).
Year-to-Date Trends and Comprehensive Performance
For the first nine months of 2025, casino sales showed a substantial 51.3 percent year-on-year improvement, totaling KRW 333.9 billion (US$238 million). By contrast, hotel sales declined by 10.2 percent for the same period, reaching KRW 59.1 billion (US$42.2 million). This divergence highlights the property’s strength in gaming operations amid softer hotel revenue.
Facilities and Infrastructure Support Momentum
The Jeju Dream Tower rises 169 meters with 38 stories, making it the tallest building on Jeju Island. Beyond gaming, the complex provides a diverse suite of amenities, including a shopping mall, 14 restaurants and bars, an outdoor swimming pool, a rooftop skydeck lounge, and two spas, offering a luxury experience for guests.
The casino relocated in June 2021 from the former Lotte Hotel Jeju to the current site. It now features a 5,000-square-meter gaming floor housing 141 tables, 190 slot machines, and 71 electronic table games, providing considerable capacity for both guests and gaming activities.
Jeju Dream Tower’s Position in the Market
The sustained increases in casino visitation and revenue during September reinforce Jeju Dream Tower’s competitive edge in Jeju’s gaming sector for 2025. Even as hotel revenues softened, the strong rebound in casino-related metrics signals a focused and resilient core business, further cementing the property’s reputation as a luxury entertainment and hospitality destination under Lotte Tour’s stewardship.
- Author
Daniel Williams
