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3bedroom house 5min walk from Gunja St

Seoul, South Korea Seoul City Hotel
8.0
Excellent
Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 Free WiFi Free cancellation
3 stars Official rating
8.0/10 Excellent
3.1 km Nearest metro
48 h Free cancellation
About this stay

Your Seoul Retreat

First Impressions

The 3bedroom house 5min walk from Gunja St isn’t your typical hotel — it’s actually an apartment that feels more like staying at a friend’s place in Seoul. Located in a residential building in Gwangjin-gu, this three-star accommodation gives you a genuine taste of local life rather than the polished hotel experience. I mean, the name pretty much tells you everything you need to know — it’s straightforward and honest about what you’re getting. This spacious property offers comfortable accommodations with modern amenities and thoughtful touches throughout.

The Space Itself

Walking into the space, you’ll find three separate bedrooms that actually work well for families or groups traveling together. The room setup is practical rather than fancy, but everything you need is there. There’s a full kitchen that’s been a lifesaver for preparing simple meals — honestly, eating out for every meal in Seoul can get expensive, so having this option is pretty great. The living area has enough space to spread out, and the whole place feels lived-in rather than sterile. Each bedroom features comfortable bedding and adequate storage space for extended stays.

Location and Getting Around

Here’s where this place really shines — Gunja Station is literally a five-minute walk away, which connects you to Line 5 of the subway system. You know what’s brilliant about this? You can get to Gangnam in about 20 minutes, and Hongdae takes maybe 30 minutes with one transfer. The neighborhood itself is pretty quiet and residential, which couples seem to love according to the feedback I’ve seen. There are convenience stores nearby (because this is Korea, there’s always a convenience store), and you’ll find some solid local restaurant options within walking distance. The area provides easy access to shopping centers and cultural attractions throughout the city.

What Makes It Special

The real appeal here is experiencing Seoul like a local rather than a tourist. You’re not in the middle of the action, but you’re close enough to everything that matters. The building has parking if you’re brave enough to drive in Seoul — though honestly, the subway system makes a car pretty unnecessary. What I appreciate is how the host has set things up to be functional rather than flashy. You get washing facilities, decent Wi-Fi, and all the basics without paying for amenities you probably won’t use anyway. The authentic neighborhood setting provides a unique perspective on daily life in Seoul.

Why Guests Love It

Recent guests have been rating the location really highly, and I get why — it’s that sweet spot between being connected and being peaceful. Couples especially seem drawn to the authentic neighborhood vibe, where you can grab coffee at local cafés and see how Seoul residents actually live. The three-bedroom setup also means you’re getting a lot of space for your money compared to cramped hotel rooms in more touristy areas. It’s comfortable and real, which sometimes matters more when you’re trying to actually experience a city rather than just pass through it. The combination of convenience and local charm makes this accommodation particularly appealing for longer stays.

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Where you'll stay

Rooms & Suites

1 room type to choose from

What's included

Hotel Amenities

66 facilities across 16 categories

Most popular

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking
  • Spa
  • Flat-screen TV

All categories

Kitchen

9
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

7
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors

2
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Activities

1
  • Movie nights

Living Area

3
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

1
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility

1
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous

4
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities

12
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Pants press
  • Iron

Languages spoken

6
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Korean
  • Russian

Safety & security

3
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology

3
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services

1
  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay

10
  • Parking
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics

1
  • Detached

Entertainment and family services

2
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Karaoke Additional charge
Where you'll be

Location & Surroundings

#402, 150, Gunja-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Gwangjin-Gu, 04998 Seoul, South Korea

District Seoul, South Korea

What's Nearby

What's nearby:

  • Seoul Sky6 km
  • ASEM Tower5 km
  • COEX Aquarium5 km
  • Achasan Castle3 km
  • Figure Museum W5 km
  • Horim Museum Sinsa5 km
  • Ttukseom Hangang Park3.5 km
  • Pungnaptoseong Fortress5 km
  • King Sejong Memorial Hall6 km
  • Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Memorial Hall5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar3890 bar1.5 km
  • Cafe/bar Cafe Dama3.1 km
  • Cafe/bar A Twosome Place2.9 km

Top attractions:

  • N Seoul Tower10 km
  • Olympic Museum6 km
  • Hongneung Arboretum6 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace9 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace10 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace9 km
  • Lotte World Folk Museum6 km
  • The National Museum of Korea11 km
  • Coreana Art & Culture Complex6 km
  • Amsadong Pre-history Settlement Site7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park12 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 225 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 425 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 525 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Guui3.1 km
  • Train Gunja450 m
  • Train Children's Grand Park1.1 km
  • Metro Konkuk University Station2 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport29 km
  • Incheon International Airport69 km
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