Hanso Presidential Suite Hanok Hotel

Hanso Presidential Suite Hanok Hotel Overview

You know what caught me off guard about the Hanso Presidential Suite Hanok Hotel? It’s actually a proper hanok – I mean, not one of those modern interpretations you see everywhere, but something that feels genuinely rooted in traditional Korean architecture. The moment you step through the entrance, there’s this immediate shift from whatever urban chaos you left behind to something much more deliberate and calm.

I’ll be honest, when I first saw it was rated as a 3-star property, I almost dismissed it entirely. But that 9.1 rating isn’t just inflated review scores – there’s something real happening here. The presidential suite setup means you’re not dealing with tiny cramped quarters, and the hanok design actually works in your favor with these beautiful wooden beams overhead and ondol heating that keeps the floors perfectly warm underfoot. What really got me was the attention to detail in how they’ve maintained the traditional elements while sneaking in modern conveniences where you actually need them. The bathroom situation is handled way better than I expected, and honestly, the Wi-Fi is stronger than half the business hotels I’ve stayed in.

The staff here genuinely knows their stuff – they’re not just going through hospitality motions. When I mentioned I was trying to avoid the tourist crowds at some of the bigger palaces, they pointed me toward timing and routes I never would have figured out on my own. Actually, staying in a hanok gives you this weird insider perspective on Seoul that you just don’t get from a regular hotel tower. You start noticing architectural details everywhere, understanding why certain neighborhoods developed the way they did. There’s also something to be said for the silence – I mean, you’re still in the city, but the traditional construction seems to buffer sound in this really effective way. Morning coffee in the courtyard area (yes, there’s a small courtyard) became this daily ritual I actually looked forward to. Fair warning though – if you’re someone who needs extensive room service or a full concierge desk, this isn’t that kind of place. But if you want to experience Seoul from a more thoughtful angle, with enough comfort and space to actually unwind after long days of exploring, the Hanso Presidential Suite really delivers on something most places just promise.

Hotels near me in Seoul offer convenient access to the city center, where guests can easily walk to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Myeongdong shopping district, and authentic Korean BBQ restaurants.

Hanso Presidential Suite Hanok Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Hanso Presidential Suite Hanok Hotel

• Sidney from Switzerland (9/10)

  Lots of space, enough beds for a large group or family. Fully equipped kitchen, AC and washing machines. Calm neighborhood yet not isolated. It was possible to deposit the luggage before the check in, greatly appreciated.

• Miryam from Spain (8/10)

  El tamaño del apartamento y la localización.

• Nicola from France (9/10)

  Nous avons beaucoup aimé l'emplacement de l'appartement, situé à proximité des quartiers animés tout en étant dans une rue très calme avec un petit jardin. L'appartement était impeccablement propre, bien décoré, et parfaitement aménagé. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié le confort des lits, les meilleurs que nous ayons eus en Corée !

• Bernice2022 from Japan (10/10)

  とても綺麗ですし、部屋も大きいです。グループ旅行におすすめです。キッチン設備も浴室設備も全部揃えています。快適でした！コスパ最高なところ！

• 翊婕 from Taiwan (7/10)

  廚房設備齊全，有洗衣機乾衣機可使用

• Kaniza from Cambodia (9/10)

• Janet from Singapore (10/10)

• Emma from South Africa (10/10)

• Gemiel from United States (10/10)

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