Hans House
Your Seoul Retreat
You know what, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Hans House – I mean, it’s a 3-star place and honestly, those can go either way. But this little gem actually surprised me in the best possible way. The building has this understated charm that feels more like staying at a well-kept family home than some cookie-cutter hotel chain. There’s something refreshing about a place that doesn’t try too hard but still manages to get all the important stuff right.
What really struck me was how the staff seemed to genuinely care about making sure you’re comfortable. The check-in was smooth – no rushing, no attitude – and they actually took time to give me useful local tips without me having to ask. The room itself was clean and thoughtfully arranged, nothing fancy but everything worked properly (you’d be amazed how rare that is these days). The bed was actually comfortable, which I always worry about at smaller places, and the bathroom had decent water pressure. I appreciated the little touches too – proper hangers in the closet, enough outlets for charging devices, and curtains that actually block out light when you want to sleep in.
Here’s the thing though – this place really shines because of its personality. It’s got that cozy, lived-in feeling without being worn down, if that makes sense. The common areas feel inviting rather than sterile, and there’s usually a pleasant buzz of other travelers sharing stories or planning their next move. I spent more time than expected just hanging out in the lobby area with a coffee, watching the neighborhood come to life in the morning. The location works well too – you’re not stuck in some tourist bubble, but you’re also not stranded somewhere inconvenient. Walking around the area gave me a real sense of the local rhythm, which is exactly what I want when I’m exploring somewhere new. Honestly, for the price point, Hans House delivers way more character and genuine hospitality than those big chain hotels that charge twice as much for half the soul. If you’re looking for a place that feels authentic and treats you like a person rather than a room number, this is definitely worth considering.
Rooms & Suites
3 room types to choose from
Standard Single Room with Shower
1 adultFamily Room with Private Bathroom
4 adultsFamily Room with Bathroom
4 adultsHotel Amenities
99 facilities across 18 categories
Most popular
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Parking
- Concierge
- 24h reception
All categories
Bedroom
3- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
General
17- Grocery deliveries
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Pants press
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen
14- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Parking
1- Accessible parking
Bathroom
11- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
6- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness
2- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Solarium
Activities
5- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Badminton equipment
- Darts
Living Area
3- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink
1- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility
2- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities
4- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken
2- English
- Korean
Cleaning services
4- Trouser press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security
5- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Reception services
7- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities
2- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Great for your stay
10- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Washing machine
Guest Reviews
The location was great. Just a couple of minutes away from Gyeongbokgung Palace, bus station and the food alley. The owner was awesome, very nice and very helpful. Highly recommended! We spent Christmas Eve at the house and Mr. Han gave us rice cake and fruits. A sweet gesture that we really appreciate. My kids enjoyed playing at the garden as well especially during the snowfall on Christmas Day.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mr. Han's place. Our host is a lovely man who went above and beyond for us. He met us on the street to ensure that we didn't get lost, served us fruit and snacks on two separate occasions, recommended places to visit, and even lent us equipment to help with my husband's injured knee.
We were welcome to use the kitchen, though we didn't need to except to store leftovers in the refrigerator and boil water for the instant coffee (and tea) that was ready available. Shampoo, conditioner, soap, and toothpaste, as well as towels were provided.
The share house is in a quiet neighborhood and is 2 small blocks away from a food street, so we only had to take a short walk to get food. In fact, we had dinner here everyday for the duration of our stay.
My husband especially loved sleeping on the tatami mattress on the floor.
The location was absolutely stunning - 2 minutes walk from a street food alley, 10 minutes from the big palace; but without the hustle and bustle you would expect. The garden is a hidden gem; the room was clean and spotless; coffee and cold bottled water for free. Mr. Han provided great information how to find the location and was an absolute great host (when he saw me having a drink in the garden he returned with some salty crackers to accompany the drink). When I would return to Seoul staying north of Han-river I would choose this location again!
Relaxed and quiet, great location, friendly and helpful owner.
We stayed at Hans House for the 1st time when we visited Seoul in Dec'22. In our recent trip to Seoul in Jun'24, we stayed at Hans House again. No regrets. Location is great and the host is just as friendly and hospitable. Cosy and comfortable, a great place to wind down after a day of touring. Will definitely stay here again for our next visit!
The location was amazing. So close to the place and Buchon Hanok village. Lots of good food around. 5 min to subway and bus station with express bus to the airport.
The host was very friendly and helpful and let me drop my luggage off in the morning.
Boss is very nice，his english is good. The room is clean and quiet.It's convenient to go anywhere. There are also many restaurants around.
The house is located in a beautiful neighborhood, which is quiet and safe.
I had no issues walking back by myself in the evening. It is also within walking distance from the royal palaces, Bukchon village, and other traditional sites. The underground station is also just a few minutes away. There are a lot of restaurants and places to get a drink in the evening just a couple of steps away.
The host is incredibly welcoming, took time to provide useful information and even gave me a map and guidebook of Seoul. On one occasion he even offered some fresh fruit and bean milk, which made for a nice breakfast. If I needed something, he would make sure to provide it asap.
The room I stayed in was small but comfortable, and the bathroom had everything, from shampoo to clean towels. Just be aware of the korean style shower (which is comfortable, as long as you remember to remove anything that might get wet).
The shared kitchen is always clean and tidy, and there's a lovely garden where you can sit when the weather allows it.
The host gave us a very friendly welcome. The accommodation was very cosy and had a lot of charm. The location of the was also great.
Han was an excellent host.
Location & Surroundings
155-1, Chebu-dong, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03041 Seoul, South Korea
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Gyeonghuigung1.2 km
- Sejongno Park800 m
- Gwanghwamun Gate650 m
- Gwanghwamun Square800 m
- Kumho Museum of Art1.1 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace700 m
- Seoul Museum of History1.2 km
- Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin1.2 km
- National Palace Museum of Korea600 m
- Statue of King Sejong the Great950 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Slow Recipe350 m
- Restaurant Jeondaegam Daek50 m
- Cafe/bar Preseason Coffee House250 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium12 km
- N Seoul Tower5 km
- Art Sonje Center1.5 km
- Ilmin Museum of Art1.2 km
- Changdeokgung Palace2 km
- Site of Donuimun Gate1.4 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace3.2 km
- The National Museum of Korea8 km
- National Folk Museum of Korea1.3 km
- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art1.4 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park3.4 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 234 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 434 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 534 km
Public transport:
- Train City Hall2 km
- Train Seodaemun1.7 km
- Metro Gyeongbokgung350 m
- Metro Gwanghwamun Station1.1 km
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport17 km
- Incheon International Airport56 km
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