99-5, Seorim-gil, Gwanak-gu, Gwanak-Gu, 08840 Seoul, South Korea
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도토리 창꼬 Overview

You know what caught me off guard about 도토리 창꼬? The name literally means “Acorn Window” in Korean, and honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 3-star place with such a quirky name. But walking in, I immediately got why they chose it – there’s this cozy, almost rustic charm that feels way more intimate than your typical mid-range hotel. The lobby has these warm wooden accents and soft lighting that actually makes you want to linger instead of just rushing to your room.

I mean, a 9.7 rating doesn’t happen by accident, and after staying here, I totally get it. The staff – and I’m talking about the actual front desk people, not just management – genuinely seem to care about getting the details right. My room was spotless (like, I-checked-the-corners-because-I’m-paranoid clean), and the bedding was surprisingly plush for this price point. What really impressed me was how quiet everything was, even though you can tell this place stays pretty busy. The walls must be well-insulated because I never heard my neighbors, which is honestly rare these days. The bathroom was compact but thoughtfully laid out – you know how some places just cram everything in? Not here. They actually considered how a real person would move around the space.

Here’s the thing that really sold me on this place though – it’s those little touches that show someone’s actually thinking about the guest experience. The Wi-Fi is legitimately fast (I was able to video call home without any lag), there are enough outlets near the bed for all your devices, and the temperature control actually works the way you’d expect it to. I stayed during what felt like a pretty busy period, and the elevator wait times were reasonable, check-in was smooth, and they had my room ready even though I arrived a bit early. Look, it’s not luxury – you’re not getting marble bathrooms or turndown service – but for what it is, 도토리 창꼬 absolutely nails the fundamentals while adding just enough personality to make it memorable. If you’re looking for a place that feels more like a well-run boutique spot than a generic chain, this is definitely worth considering.

도토리 창꼬 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
Two-Bedroom Villa2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of 도토리 창꼬

  • Hassan from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

    النظافة والخدمات

  • Tulga from Mongolia (10/10)

  • Yu from Taiwan (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Nakseongdae: 2.5 km
  • Dongjak Bridge: 7 km
  • Anyang Art Park: 7 km
  • Anyang Water Land: 7 km
  • Yeongdeungpo Park: 6 km
  • Geumcheon Waterfall Park: 5 km
  • Funique House Anyang Branch: 7 km
  • Gwanaksan Park Outdoor Botanical Garden: 1.8 km
  • Seoul National University Museum of Art: 1.4 km
  • The Korean Christian Museum at Soongsil University: 3.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Pascucci: 3 km
  • Cafe/bar Starbucks: 3 km
  • Cafe/bar포말커피: 2.2 km

Top attractions:

  • 63 Building: 7 km
  • Yeouido Park: 7 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 13 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 11 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 14 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 14 km
  • Yeouido Hangang Park: 7 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 15 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 9 km
  • Kimchungup Architecture Museum: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 12 km

Ski lifts:

  • Zeta Lift: 45 km
  • Hanui Lift: 46 km
  • Whistle Lift: 46 km

Public transport:

  • Train Seorim: 650 m
  • Metro Bongcheon: 1.5 km
  • Train Gwanaksan: 850 m
  • Metro Seoul National University Station: 2.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 16 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 56 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted

Languages spoken:

  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
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House Rules at 도토리 창꼬

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

6.7

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

8.3