Comfortable home 10 min from Hongik University, 5min from Gajwa station with baby products
Your Seoul Retreat
First Impressions
When I first found Comfortable home 10 min from Hongik University, 5min from Gajwa station with baby products, I’ll be honest — the name tells you everything you need to know. This three-star place isn’t trying to be fancy, but it delivers exactly what it promises. Located in Seoul‘s vibrant Mapo-gu district, it’s one of those gems that couples seem to discover and immediately fall in love with. The 9.6 rating isn’t an accident — there’s something genuinely special about how this place makes you feel at home.
Location & Neighborhood
You know what’s brilliant about this spot? It sits right in Yeonnam-dong, which honestly feels like Seoul’s best-kept secret. Five minutes to Gajwa station means you’re connected to the entire city, but ten minutes to Hongik University puts you in the heart of one of Seoul’s coolest neighborhoods. I mean, Hongdae is where the city’s creative energy really pulses — indie music venues, late-night eateries, and that unmistakable buzz of university life. The location scored 9.7 from recent guests, and after spending time in the area, I totally get why.
The Space
This isn’t your typical hotel room — it’s actually set up more like a proper home. The moment you walk in, you notice how thoughtfully everything’s arranged. There’s a full kitchen that actually works (not one of those token setups), which is perfect when you want to grab ingredients from the local markets and cook something simple. The baby products mentioned in the name aren’t just an afterthought either — they’ve clearly thought about families traveling with little ones, though honestly, couples seem to love this place just as much.
What Makes It Special
Here’s the thing about Seoul accommodations — you often have to choose between location and comfort. This place somehow nails both without breaking the bank. The hosts have created something that feels genuinely welcoming rather than sterile. You’ll find little touches that show someone actually cares about your experience, not just checking boxes. The neighborhood itself becomes part of the experience — morning coffee runs to local cafes, evening strolls through streets lined with small galleries and quirky shops.
Why Guests Love It
That 9.6 rating comes from people who appreciate authenticity over flash. Couples especially seem drawn to the intimate, homey vibe — it’s the kind of place where you can actually relax and feel like you’re living in Seoul rather than just visiting. The proximity to both transport links and Hongdae’s cultural scene means you get the best of both worlds. Plus, there’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that doesn’t try to be everything to everyone — it knows exactly what it is and does it really, really well.
Rooms & Suites
1 room type to choose from
Three-Bedroom Apartment
6 adults, 5 childrenHotel Amenities
54 facilities across 13 categories
All categories
Bedroom
3- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen
10- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
Bathroom
9- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Living Area
3- Dining area
- Sofa
- Desk
Accessibility
1- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous
1- Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor & View
1- City view
Room Amenities
11- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Heating
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Air conditioning
Languages spoken
2- English
- Korean
Safety & security
1- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology
4- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Game console – P S3
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Great for your stay
7- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Flat-screen TV
- Washing machine
- Shower
- Coffee machine
Building characteristics
1- Detached
Guest Reviews
Lovely place to stay at. Just a few minutes away from Hongdae by bus/train, could even walk going there and enjoy the park views. The owner was very accommodating with questions and always answers quickly. Lots of convenience stores and places to eat nearby.
The accommodation is like home, with nostalgic heartwarming atmosphere. The owner is so cute and gave us delicious ice cream on the last day. Thx :)
Authentic, cosy and homey. Close to the subway, walking distance to Hongdae, and just behind the apartment, a vibrant cafe scene and park.
Super Preis Leistung Verhältnis für so ein großes Apartment.
Lage: Wenn man 15 min durch den Park geht kommt man direkt nach Hongdae. Am Weg dorthin sind einige nette Cafe's. In Hongdae ist ein grosser U- Bahn Hub, von dem man auch direkt zum Flughafen fahren kann und natürlich viele viele Lokale, Geschäfte.
Wohnung: Alles da (sogar Wäschetrockner), familiäre Atmosphäre, großes Wohnzimmer und alle Schlafzimmer mit richtigen Betten. Der Besitzer ist immer über WhatsApp erreichbar, hilft und antwortet sofort.
Wir haben es dort sehr genossen.
非常棒的一间公寓!足够宽敞舒适,比较安静。而且位置也很好,公交站就在楼下不远处,直通弘大。房东夫妻也非常友好细心,提供了无微不至的帮助。希望下次来首尔还可以住在这里
La disponibilité et les conseils de l'hôte.
Appartement très spacieux.
La proximité du métro et des "convenients store".
屋內乾淨整潔,整棟就是你的了
有的煮,有的洗衣服
Location & Surroundings
88, Yeonnam-ro, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03976 Seoul, South Korea
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Wau Park2.2 km
- Love Museum1.8 km
- World Cup Park2.3 km
- Modern Design Museum2 km
- Gyeongui Line Forest Park1.2 km
- Seoul Energy Dream Center2.8 km
- Kakao Friends Concept Museum1.4 km
- Ewha Woman's University Museum2.9 km
- Seodaemun Museum of Natural History2.5 km
- War and Women's Human Rights Museum1 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Cafe SKENE300 m
- Cafe/bar Nado Juice100 m
- Cafe/barcoffee NAP Roasters150 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium16 km
- N Seoul Tower8 km
- Seonyudo Park3.7 km
- Changdeokgung Palace7 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace6 km
- Mangwon Hangang Park3.1 km
- Yanghwa Hangang Park4.2 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace8 km
- The National Museum of Korea8 km
- Seodaemun Prison History Hall4.8 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park7 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 240 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 440 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 540 km
Public transport:
- Metro Gajwa600 m
- Train Mangwon1.8 km
- Train Mapo-gu Office1.5 km
- Metro Hongik University Station1.2 km
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport11 km
- Incheon International Airport51 km
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