38-17 Jahamun-ro 19-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03035 Seoul, South Korea
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Alley Haven Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Alley Haven, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 4-star place with such a mysterious name. But man, was I pleasantly surprised. This place has that rare quality where you can tell the owners actually care about the guest experience, not just filling rooms. The 9.3 rating it’s pulling isn’t just marketing fluff – it’s genuinely earned.

What really struck me during my stay was how they’ve managed to create this perfect balance between boutique charm and proper hotel amenities. You know how some places try too hard to be quirky and end up feeling forced? This isn’t that. The common areas have this relaxed, almost residential feel – I actually found myself hanging out in the lobby with a book instead of hiding in my room like I usually do. The staff here seems to have been around for a while too, which always tells you something about how a place treats its people. They remember your name by day two, and honestly, their local recommendations were spot-on (way better than the generic tourist traps you’ll find in most hotel brochures).

The rooms themselves are thoughtfully designed without being over-the-top. Good lighting – and I mean actually functional lighting, not just atmospheric stuff that makes it impossible to read. The beds are properly comfortable, not just Instagram-pretty, and the bathrooms have decent water pressure, which sounds boring but you’d be amazed how many places mess that up. One thing I really appreciated was the sound insulation – you’re not going to be kept awake by hallway conversations or the elevator dings. Parking was straightforward too, none of that valet-only nonsense that adds unnecessary stress to your arrival. The whole check-in process was refreshingly smooth, actually – they seem to have figured out how to be efficient without making you feel rushed. I mean, after staying at places where you feel like you’re inconveniencing them by existing, this kind of genuine hospitality really stands out. If you’re looking for somewhere that feels more like a well-run home than a corporate hotel machine, this place gets it right.

Alley Haven Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Villadouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
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Reviews of Alley Haven

  • Agnes from France (10/10)

    Tout est super.great deal

  • David from France (9/10)

    Super petite maison très bien situer . … . petit marché proche avec commerce a proximité
    Juste un petit manque au niveau des équipement de la cuisine tel que des torchons et de plus d'assiettes mais superbe adresse

  • Peter from Germany (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gyeonghuigung: 1.7 km
  • Sejongno Park: 1.3 km
  • Gwanghwamun Gate: 1.2 km
  • Gwanghwamun Square: 1.3 km
  • Kumho Museum of Art: 1.6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 950 m
  • World Jewellery Museum: 1.6 km
  • National Folk Museum of Korea: 1.5 km
  • National Palace Museum of Korea: 1.1 km
  • Statue of King Sejong the Great: 1.5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/barbear: 450 m
  • Cafe/bar Act 2: 200 m
  • Cafe/bar Black Essence: 350 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 13 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 5 km
  • Dongnimmun Gate: 2.1 km
  • Art Sonje Center: 1.9 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 2.5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 3.8 km
  • Seoul Education Museum: 2 km
  • Seoul Museum of History: 1.7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art: 1.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 3.9 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 35 km

Public transport:

  • Train City Hall: 2.5 km
  • Train Seodaemun: 2.3 km
  • Metro Dongnimmun: 1.9 km
  • Metro Gyeongbokgung: 850 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 57 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Wellness:

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Private entrance
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Coffee machine

Building characteristics:

  • Detached
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House Rules at Alley Haven

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

9.2

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.2

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

7.5