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HAH Guesthouse

Seoul, South Korea Seoul City Hotel
9.1
Exceptional Based on 10 reviews
Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 Free WiFi Free cancellation
3 stars Official rating
9.1/10 Exceptional
150 m Nearest metro
48 h Free cancellation
About this stay

Your Seoul Retreat

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to HAH Guesthouse, but this little gem completely caught me off guard. It’s one of those places that doesn’t look like much from the outside – honestly, I almost walked right past it – but once you step inside, you immediately get why it has such stellar reviews. The 9.1 rating isn’t just numbers on a screen; you can actually feel it in how the staff greets you and the way everything just… works.

The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully simple” – not fancy by any stretch, but everything you need is there and it’s all been carefully chosen. The beds are actually comfortable (and I’m picky about this stuff), the WiFi doesn’t cut out every five minutes like so many places, and the bathrooms are spotless. What really got me though was the attention to small details that most guesthouses completely miss. Fresh towels that don’t smell like industrial detergent, decent water pressure, and – this might sound weird – but the lighting is perfect for reading. Not too harsh, not too dim. Someone who travels a lot clearly designed these spaces.

I mean, sure, it’s a 3-star place so don’t expect marble countertops or room service, but the value here is incredible. The common areas have this relaxed vibe where you’ll find yourself chatting with other travelers over coffee in the morning, and the staff genuinely knows the area – not just the tourist trap recommendations, but the kind of local spots you’d never find on your own. They helped me track down this amazing little restaurant that wasn’t in any guidebook, and when I had an issue with my flight, the front desk guy actually helped me sort it out instead of just shrugging and pointing to a phone. During my stay, the place was busy but never felt chaotic or overcrowded – there’s something about the layout that keeps things peaceful even when it’s full. Honestly, I’ve stayed at places twice the price that couldn’t match the combination of comfort, cleanliness, and genuine hospitality you get here. If you’re the type who values substance over flashy amenities, HAH Guesthouse is exactly what you’re looking for.

Where you'll stay

Rooms & Suites

4 room types to choose from

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

2 adults
2 single beds

Large Double Room

3 adults
1 double bed, 1 sofa bed

Suite with Terrace

3 adults
1 double bed, 1 sofa bed
What's included

Hotel Amenities

44 facilities across 12 categories

All categories

Bedroom

1
  • Linen

General

7
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen

1
  • Shared kitchen

Bathroom

9
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

2
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Services

4
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry

Room Amenities

2
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken

3
  • German
  • English
  • Chinese

Safety & security

4
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology

2
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services

1
  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay

8
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
What guests are saying

Guest Reviews

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Chikako United States
9.1

The location is perfect! It’s very close to the subway entrance and the airport limousine bus stops across the street. The room is small but very clean and well kept. There’s a good bakery/ cafe around the corner. There are tons of shopping spots near by. I enjoyed my stay. I would definitely stay again in future.

Alice Canada
9.1

Perfect for what we needed. Very clean and conveniently located.

Adeline Singapore
9.1

Comfortable. Good location. Room was as advertised. Clean, neat, airy. They provided toiletries, multi-plug socket and hairdryer. I had 24-hour access to hot and cold water. Jo Ang was helpful and nice. Will book a room there again if I go back to Seoul.

Belinda Australia
9.1

The location was excellent.

Hirokazu Slovakia
9.1

The owner very kindly gave the instructions to stay. Also there are many cats living. It was good to play with cats when we leave and arrive from the trip. You can use as much towels as possible. You can have free coffee and snacks for free.

Glaiza Canada
9.1

Location was perfect because they are right by the subway exit. Check in and check out process was easy. Everyone was so nice.

Ioannis Greece
9.1

Very convenient location,just a few steps from the subway station.It was so quiet at nights since it’s located in a small alley.Common kitchen is available to have breakfast and prepare your own meals

Sabrina Italy
9.1

Very good location, near to subway Dongdaemun station exit 10(but no lift to reach) and differents attractions kwangjang market and Cheonggyecheon.
WONDERFUL STAFF, very helpful, always ready to help for carrying luggages (no lift )even for early departures.
Little room, but very well organized for everything you need. 
Very clean inside and outside.
Toilet paper and clean serviettes always ready on the corridor.
Useful kitchen for guest at the floor, fresh water dispenser, fridge free for guest at the floor.
If it was possible I would give 12 !
Thankfully for everything it was really a very good staying.
I suggest to every traveller.

Mohamed Netherlands
9

The location was amazing

Tobin United States
9.1

Good location, great room, really nice outdoor space that I didn't use.

Where you'll be

Location & Surroundings

269-8, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03124 Seoul, South Korea

District Seoul, South Korea

What's Nearby

What's nearby:

  • Gwanghuimun1.2 km
  • Lock Museum1.2 km
  • Naksan Park1.2 km
  • Arko Art Center1.4 km
  • Jongmyo Square Park1.1 km
  • Statue of Jeon Tae Il550 m
  • Seoul City Wall Museum200 m
  • Dongdaemun Gate- Heunginjimun200 m
  • Dongdaemun History Museum 1398850 m
  • Dongdaemun History & Culture Park550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Cafe 275100 m
  • Cafe/bar태스커피450 m
  • Cafe/bar Soon-Shun-Hyang Cafe600 m

Top attractions:

  • Tteok Museum1.9 km
  • COEX Aquarium9 km
  • N Seoul Tower4.6 km
  • Hagajae Museum1.9 km
  • Jangchungdan Park1.9 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace1.9 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace3.5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace1.8 km
  • Jongienara Paper Art Museum1.8 km
  • The National Museum of Korea8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park4.3 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 229 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 429 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 529 km

Public transport:

  • Train Changsin1.7 km
  • Train Euljiro 4(sa)-ga1.4 km
  • Metro Dongdaemun Station150 m
  • Metro Jongno 5-ga station550 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport20 km
  • Incheon International Airport60 km
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