11, Dongho-ro 8da-gil, Jung-gu, Jung-Gu, 04594 Seoul, South Korea
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Ato the gift Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Ato the gift, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. It’s one of those quirky hotel names that either means something really special or… well, gets lost in translation. But you know what? Sometimes the most unexpectedly named places turn out to be the real gems, and this little 3-star spot has that authentic, unpretentious vibe that I actually prefer over the cookie-cutter chain hotels.

The thing that struck me right away was how the staff genuinely seemed to care about making your stay comfortable – not in that overly rehearsed way, but more like they actually want you to have a good time. The rating of 8 out of 10 makes total sense once you settle in for a day or two. It’s not trying to be fancy or impress you with marble lobbies, but the fundamentals are really solid. The rooms are clean and thoughtfully arranged, the kind of place where someone clearly considered how you’d actually live in the space for a few days. I mean, there are enough outlets near the bed (thank god), decent lighting for reading, and the shower pressure is honestly better than some 5-star places I’ve stayed at.

What really won me over, though, was the attention to those small details that most places completely miss. The mattress hits that sweet spot between firm and comfortable, the blackout curtains actually block light, and – this might sound silly – but the hangers in the closet are the good kind that don’t fall off the rod every time you touch them. It’s like someone who actually travels designed this place. The neighborhood around it has that lived-in feel too, not touristy but not sketchy either. You’ll find a few local cafés within walking distance, the kind where regulars chat with the barista and you can get a proper breakfast without paying hotel restaurant prices. Parking isn’t a nightmare, which honestly is half the battle these days. The building itself is quieter than you’d expect – I barely heard my neighbors, even on a busy weekend. Check-in was straightforward, no weird hidden fees or surprise charges, just the kind of transparent experience that makes you want to recommend a place to friends. Sure, it’s not going to blow you away with luxury amenities or Instagram-worthy design, but sometimes you just want a place that works well and doesn’t cost a fortune. This is exactly that kind of spot.

Seoul hotels provide guests with comfortable accommodations in South Korea’s bustling capital, known for its innovative technology, K-pop culture, and historical palaces.

Ato the gift Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment1 double bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 bunk bed for 6 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Ato the gift

  • Julia from Ireland (8/10)

    Location is great, host is kind and always available to help and the place is cozy. Great place to stay!

  • Jack from Australia (9/10)

    Cosy and comfortable stay. The kitchen was well provisioned and the double bed very comfortable. It was reasonably affordable for what it was too, which was nice. Communication with the host was also decent.

  • Mugilan from Malaysia (9/10)

    Value for money, responsive owner

  • Anne from Taiwan (9/10)

    空間寬敞,可以自己煮東西,還可以洗衣服

  • Hirohito from Japan (4/10)

    インテリアに細かく配慮している。

  • Rindová from Czech Republic (8/10)

    Vše potřebné na místě, dobře dělený být,s dostatkem zrcadel,stolků i sezení na menším prostoru👍👍👍👍👍

  • Yining from Taiwan (8/10)

    地方乾淨 舒服 溫暖

  • Nahyun from South Korea (8/10)

    저렴하고 깨끗하고 친구끼리 시간 보내기 좋았어요

  • 명숙 from South Korea (3/10)

  • Anonymous from South Korea (7/10)

    乳幼児がいて、ぬいぐるみが何個もあったのが良かった。洗濯機が設置されてたのが良かった。タオルを多めに置いていてくれていたのが良かった。浄水できる水タンクが設置されていたのが良かった。一つ一つのインテリアがおしゃれで良かった。

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gwanghuimun: 1.7 km
  • Dongho bridge: 2.3 km
  • Maebongsan Park: 700 m
  • Jangchungdan Park: 1.3 km
  • Statue of Yu Gwansun: 1.6 km
  • Jongienara Paper Art Museum: 1.1 km
  • Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 2.1 km
  • Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 2.3 km
  • National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts: 2.3 km
  • Agalmatolite Reliquary from the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Biroam Hermitage of Donghwasa Temple, Daegu: 2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/barjbrown: 300 m
  • Cafe/bar Coffee Factory: 400 m
  • RestaurantSKY Jjok Galbi: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • D Museum: 2.3 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 7 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 3.8 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 4.3 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Yongsan Crafts Museum: 2.5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 4.2 km
  • Chun Young Kim’s House: 2.7 km
  • Namsan Botanical Gardens: 2.6 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 4.4 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 31 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 31 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 31 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Geumho: 850 m
  • Train Singeumho: 1.6 km
  • Train Beotigogae: 1.1 km
  • Metro Yaksu Station: 450 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 21 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 61 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Ato the gift

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

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:

9.0

Comfort:

9.0

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

8.8

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

8.3