5-22, Sinchon-ro 4-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04056 Seoul, South Korea
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DJ Stay Overview

Look, I’ll be completely honest with you about DJ Stay – this one’s a bit of a puzzle. When I first walked into this 4-star property, I had mixed feelings that honestly haven’t quite sorted themselves out even now. The lobby has this modern, minimalist vibe going on with sleek surfaces and contemporary lighting, which initially impressed me. You know what though? Sometimes first impressions can be deceiving.

The rooms are spacious enough and decorated with clean lines and neutral tones – sort of that Instagram-ready aesthetic that looks great in photos. I mean, the beds are comfortable and the bathrooms are updated with decent fixtures, so you’re not roughing it by any means. Actually, the soundproofing between rooms is better than I expected, which is always a relief when you’re trying to get some rest. But here’s where things get tricky – the service and overall experience didn’t quite match what I’d typically expect from a 4-star establishment. The staff seemed understaffed or maybe just overwhelmed, and simple requests took longer than they should have. I noticed other guests having similar frustrations during my stay, which is never a good sign.

What really struck me was the disconnect between the property’s potential and its execution. The common areas have good bones – there’s a decent fitness center and the business facilities are adequate if you need to get some work done. The Wi-Fi actually works well throughout the building, which honestly can’t be taken for granted these days. But small details kept nagging at me: housekeeping was inconsistent, the front desk couldn’t answer basic questions about local recommendations, and maintenance issues seemed to linger longer than they should. I’m not trying to pile on here, but when you’re paying 4-star prices, you expect a certain level of attention to detail. The location itself isn’t bad – you’re within reasonable distance of main attractions and there are decent dining options nearby if you venture out. Just manage your expectations and maybe consider it more of a place to sleep rather than a destination experience. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need, but it’s good to know going in.

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

DJ Stay Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 double beds and 2 single beds for 6 adults
Apartment3 × 1 double bed, 2 × 1 single bed and 2 double beds for 14 adults
Two-Bedroom Apartment1 double bed and 2 double beds for 6 adults
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Reviews of DJ Stay

  • Doris from Hong Kong (1/10)

    Location

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 800 m
  • Love Museum: 950 m
  • Seonyudo Park: 3.4 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 550 m
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 400 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 600 m
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 1.6 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 2.9 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 1.8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 3.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar카페바인: 400 m
  • Cafe/bar Florte Flower Cafe: 100 m
  • Cafe/bar Black Drum Roasters: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Mapo Bridge: 3.9 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 14 km
  • Hyochang Park: 4.1 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 7 km
  • Kim Koo Museum: 4.1 km
  • World Cup Park: 3.7 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 37 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 37 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 37 km

Public transport:

  • Train Sangsu: 1.6 km
  • Metro Sinchon Station: 750 m
  • Train Gwangheungchang: 1.5 km
  • Metro Hongik University Station: 400 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 13 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 53 km

Facilities

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean
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House Rules at DJ Stay

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 17:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

2.5

Comfort:

5.0

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

5.0

Cleanliness:

5.0

Value for money:

5.0