

DOBOY House Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to DOBOY House, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from this 3-star spot. The name had me curious (what exactly is a “doboy” anyway?), but once I stepped inside, it all started making sense. There’s this really welcoming, almost homey vibe that hits you right away. You know how some places try too hard to be fancy? This isn’t one of those – it’s got character without being pretentious about it.
What actually impressed me most was how the staff seemed to genuinely care about getting things right. I mean, you can tell when people are just going through the motions versus when they’re actually paying attention to details. The check-in was smooth, and they had these little touches throughout that showed someone was thinking about the guest experience. The rooms are clean and comfortable – not luxury-level fancy, but everything works properly and feels well-maintained. I particularly liked that the beds were actually firm enough to sleep on (you wouldn’t believe how many places get that wrong). The bathrooms are a decent size too, which honestly matters more than you’d think when you’re trying to get ready in the morning.
Here’s the thing about DOBOY House – it’s got that sweet spot rating of 8.4 for a reason. It’s not trying to be something it’s not, but what it does, it does well. I found myself genuinely comfortable here, which sounds simple but is actually pretty rare. The common areas have this relaxed atmosphere where you can actually sit and read or work without feeling like you’re in someone’s way. And the noise levels? Surprisingly good – I was expecting typical hotel sounds bleeding through walls, but the place is actually pretty quiet. The location works well too, though I’d recommend asking about parking if you’re driving (learned that one the hard way). Overall, it’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re getting honest value for your money, which these days feels like a small miracle. If you’re looking for somewhere dependable without the inflated prices of the flashier spots, this could definitely be your answer.
To book hotel in Seoul during the vibrant cherry blossom season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the city attracts K-culture enthusiasts and modern travelers from around the world.
DOBOY House Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 4 adults |


Reviews of DOBOY House
Travy from South Korea (9/10)
Located less than 10 minutes walk to Seoul Station and other points of interest.
Gert from Sweden (9/10)
Location a few minutes walk from Seoul station. The outdoor place is good.
Adara from Israel (7/10)
Ankur from India (9/10)
Yes we like property
Near by Seoul metro stationRashi from Singapore (1/10)
property location is good . very nice cafe nearby
Darya from Czech Republic (9/10)
Location; interior and decor
Angela from Australia (9/10)
Excellent location and responsiveness. Very clean, family friendly
Virginie from Belgium (7/10)
L’emplacement est idéal
Lit confortableLorenzo from Italy (9/10)
Comodissima da e per aeroporto, pulitissima e arredata con gusto, sembra di essere a casa
Albert from Spain (9/10)
Sistema de refrigeriació silencios i sense vent, llits cómodes i riba de llit confortable, espai i inslal.lacions noves.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Rice Museum: 1.9 km
- Seoullo 7017: 550 m
- Hyochang Park: 1.5 km
- Seosomun Park: 1 km
- Kim Koo Museum: 1.5 km
- Dokdo Museum Seoul: 1.3 km
- Agricultural Museum: 1.9 km
- Seoul Museum of Art: 1.9 km
- Culture Station Seoul 284: 1.4 km
- Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum: 1.8 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Cafe Gio: 20 m
- Cafe/bar Starbucks: 950 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium: 12 km
- N Seoul Tower: 3.4 km
- Deoksugung Palace: 2.3 km
- Changdeokgung Palace: 4.5 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 3.7 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 5 km
- Bank of Korea Money Museum: 2 km
- Korea Postage Stamp Museum: 2.2 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 5 km
- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung: 2.4 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 2 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 34 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 34 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 34 km
Public transport:
- Metro Seoul: 1.4 km
- Train Seoul Station: 350 m
- Metro Sookmyung Women’s Univ.: 1.1 km
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
- Incheon International Airport: 57 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Fan
Languages spoken:
- English
- Korean
- Chinese
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
Reception services:
- Luggage storage
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- View
- Terrace
- Free parking
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV


House Rules at DOBOY House
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
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.
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