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Emotional, 3type inteior style

Seoul, South Korea Seoul City Hotel
10.0
Exceptional Based on 3 reviews
Check-in 16:00 Check-out 07:00 Free cancellation
4 stars Official rating
10.0/10 Exceptional
1.1 km Nearest metro
48 h Free cancellation
About this stay

Your Seoul Retreat

You know what really caught me off guard about Emotional? The name actually makes perfect sense once you step inside. I mean, most hotels with quirky names are just trying too hard, but this 4-star place genuinely evokes something – I’m not even sure what to call it, honestly. It’s like they took three completely different interior design philosophies and somehow made them work together without it feeling like a museum or one of those over-the-top boutique places that forget people actually need to sleep there.

The moment you walk through the lobby, you’ll notice how they’ve layered these different design elements – there’s this industrial-chic section with exposed brick and metal fixtures that flows into what I’d call Scandinavian minimalism, all clean lines and warm woods. Then just when you think you’ve figured out their aesthetic, boom – you turn a corner and there’s this almost bohemian lounge area with rich textiles and vintage pieces that should clash but actually tie everything together. The lighting changes throughout the day too, which sounds gimmicky but it actually works. During check-in around sunset, these warm amber tones kicked in that made the whole space feel like someone’s incredibly stylish (and expensive) living room.

What I really appreciated was how they managed to keep it functional while being so design-forward. The rooms follow the same three-style concept but in a more subtle way – you’re not getting sensory overload when you’re trying to unwind. My room had this gorgeous reclaimed wood headboard paired with these sleek modern fixtures, and honestly, the bed was exactly what you want after a long day of exploring. The bathrooms deserve a mention too – they went with this industrial tile work but softened it with plants and textured towels that felt more like what you’d find at a spa. Staff seemed genuinely proud of the place, which always tells you something. They were quick with recommendations and actually knew the neighborhood well enough to steer me toward spots I wouldn’t have found otherwise. The whole experience felt intentional, if that makes sense – like someone really thought about how design affects mood and ran with it. It’s definitely Instagram-worthy, but more importantly, it’s somewhere you’d actually want to stay again.

Where you'll stay

Rooms & Suites

3 room types to choose from

Three-Bedroom Standard Apartment

5 adults
2 × 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed

Three-Bedroom Apartment

5 adults
2 × 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed
What's included

Hotel Amenities

36 facilities across 7 categories

All categories

Kitchen

9
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

8
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

2
  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Miscellaneous

3
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Room Amenities

7
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron

Languages spoken

3
  • English
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Safety & security

4
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
What guests are saying

Guest Reviews

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Carolinedb_ Belgium
10

Very clean and nice, 5-10 min walk to the center of Hongdae. Check in and check out was very smoothly handled, lots of amenities (hair dryer, microwave, coffee maker, bath products, etc) and the complimentary water was very much appreciated.

軒平 Taiwan
10

非常棒的住宿體驗

Juhee South Korea
10

가족여행으로 최고!
홍대 근처여서 중고생 아이들이 놀기에 적합했고, 한적하게 동네 걷다가 예쁜 까페들도 구경하고, 10분거리에 있는 망원한강공원에 가서 한강 구경도 하고 여유롭게 좋은 시간 보내고 왔습니다. 세탁기, 청소기, 식기, 조미료, 모든 게 갖춰져 있어 불편함 없이 집처럼 편안하게 쉬다 왔네요!! 성인 6인도 가능할 정도로 컵, 식기, 수건 넉넉하게 구비해 놓으셨더라구요. 아이가 있어 그릇, 수저 많이 쓰는데 너무 좋았어요.

Where you'll be

Location & Surroundings

49, Yeonnam-ro 3-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03991 Seoul, South Korea

District Seoul, South Korea

What's Nearby

What's nearby:

  • Wau Park1.7 km
  • Love Museum1 km
  • World Cup Park2.6 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park2.7 km
  • Modern Design Museum1.4 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park650 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum700 m
  • Ewha Woman's University Museum2.7 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History2.9 km
  • War and Women's Human Rights Museum650 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Cafe Grand400 m
  • Restaurant Gamnamujib250 m
  • Cafe/bar Yeonnam Salon350 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium15 km
  • N Seoul Tower8 km
  • Seonyudo Park3 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace6 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park3.5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace9 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center3.2 km
  • The National Museum of Korea8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea4.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 240 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 440 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 540 km

Public transport:

  • Train Sangsu1.8 km
  • Train Mangwon1.1 km
  • Metro Mangwon Station1.1 km
  • Metro Hongik University Station650 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport12 km
  • Incheon International Airport51 km
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