Gyeongbokgung Stay Overview
You know what caught me off guard about Gyeongbokgung Stay? It’s one of those places where the name actually tells you everything you need to know – and I mean that in the best possible way. When you’re this close to Gyeongbokgung Palace, you’re basically waking up in the heart of historical Seoul, and honestly, that location alone is worth talking about.
I’ve stayed at plenty of four-star places that feel like they’re trying too hard, but this one gets it right without the fuss. The morning light hits the rooms just perfectly, and if you’re lucky enough to get one of the upper floors, you’ll catch glimpses of the palace rooftops through the urban maze – it’s sort of magical, actually. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being in such a central spot. I mean, you’re walking distance from Gwanghwamun Station, but somehow the noise doesn’t follow you inside. The staff clearly knows their stuff too; they had restaurant recommendations that weren’t just the obvious tourist traps, and their English was solid enough that I didn’t have to resort to Google Translate every five minutes.
Here’s the thing that really sold me on this place – the attention to small details that actually matter when you’re traveling. The shower pressure is excellent (and trust me, after a day of palace-hopping and street food hunting, you’ll care about this), the Wi-Fi doesn’t drop out every time someone else connects, and they’ve got those little touches that show they understand international travelers. The check-in was smooth, no weird surprises about deposits or fees, and they genuinely seemed happy to help with directions to the less obvious neighborhoods. If you’re planning to hit up Bukchon Hanok Village or explore the galleries around Samcheong-dong, you’re literally a pleasant walk away – no subway transfers needed. I’d definitely come back, which honestly says more than any rating ever could.
Gyeongbokgung Stay Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 futon bed for 4 adults |
Reviews of Gyeongbokgung Stay
Daniel from South Korea (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Gyeonghuigung: 1 km
- Sejongno Park: 550 m
- Gwanghwamun Gate: 400 m
- Gwanghwamun Square: 550 m
- Kumho Museum of Art: 750 m
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 650 m
- Seoul Museum of History: 1 km
- Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin: 900 m
- National Palace Museum of Korea: 100 m
- Statue of King Sejong the Great: 700 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Chimney pub: 150 m
- Cafe/bar Coffee Bean: 150 m
- Cafe/bar Preseason Coffee House: 200 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium: 12 km
- N Seoul Tower: 4.8 km
- Art Sonje Center: 1.2 km
- Ilmin Museum of Art: 1 km
- Changdeokgung Palace: 1.7 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 3 km
- World Jewellery Museum: 1.4 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 7 km
- National Folk Museum of Korea: 1.2 km
- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art: 1.2 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 3.2 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:
- Train City Hall: 1.8 km
- Train Seodaemun: 1.5 km
- Metro Gyeongbokgung: 100 m
- Metro Gwanghwamun Station: 850 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
- Incheon International Airport: 56 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
Room Amenities:
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Heating
- Fan
Languages spoken:
- English
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- BBQ facilities
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Washing machine
- Shower
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
House Rules at Gyeongbokgung Stay
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
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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