14, World Cup-ro 3-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04026 Seoul, South Korea
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Healing House Overview

You know what really caught me off guard about Healing House? The name actually makes sense once you step inside – there’s something genuinely restorative about this place that goes way beyond typical hotel marketing fluff. I mean, I’ve stayed at plenty of 3-star properties that promise relaxation and deliver nothing but thin walls and questionable Wi-Fi, but this one’s different.

The moment you walk through the entrance, you’ll notice how quiet everything gets. Not dead silent, but that kind of peaceful hush where you can actually hear yourself think. The lobby has this warm, almost therapeutic vibe with soft lighting and what I swear smells like a subtle blend of lavender and eucalyptus – nothing overpowering, just enough to make you take a deeper breath. The staff here genuinely seem to care about creating that healing atmosphere they’re going for, and honestly, it shows in the little details. Room service arrives on actual ceramic plates instead of disposable containers, the linens feel substantial (not that scratchy hotel standard stuff), and they’ve somehow managed to soundproof the rooms well enough that I couldn’t hear my neighbor’s TV, which is basically a miracle in my book.

What really impressed me was how they’ve managed to earn that 9.3 rating without going overboard on fancy amenities. The rooms are thoughtfully designed rather than flashy – think comfortable reading chairs positioned near good natural light, blackout curtains that actually block out light completely, and bathrooms with rainfall showerheads that have proper water pressure. The beds are legitimately comfortable too, which I mention because I’m pretty picky about mattresses and usually end up tossing and turning the first night anywhere new. Here, I slept straight through, which almost never happens. They’ve also got this really nice common area where you can grab herbal tea throughout the day, and there’s usually someone there who can give you solid local recommendations without trying to sell you on expensive tours. The whole place feels more like a wellness retreat that happens to offer hotel services rather than a hotel trying to rebrand itself as trendy. If you’re looking for a place to actually unwind and reset – maybe you’re dealing with work stress or just need a proper break from city noise – this spot delivers on that promise in a way that feels authentic rather than manufactured.

Healing House Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment with River View2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Healing House

  • Nelly from France (10/10)

    The appartment is well located so near the subway station hajpeong and also bus station included bus6002 to go to airport. In the appartment you have the washing machine, water boiled and also hair straightener on top of the hair dryer so pretty useful for
    If you are a woman. The owner was very kind, helpful and fest to react when I needed. For example I needed the washing powder, I got it the day after.

  • Fangfang from Taiwan (10/10)

  • Brian from Germany (8/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 2.2 km
  • Love Museum: 1.3 km
  • Seonyudo Park: 1.4 km
  • World Cup Park: 2.5 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park: 2 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 2.1 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 2 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 1.8 km
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 1.5 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 1.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Danje: 350 m
  • Cafe/bar Starbucks: 400 m
  • Cafe/bar안티카페 손과얼굴: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Yeouido Park: 4.9 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 17 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 9 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 9 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 10 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center: 3 km
  • KBS On Broadcasting Museum: 4.7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 4.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 42 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 42 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 42 km

Public transport:

  • Train Sangsu: 1.2 km
  • Train Mangwon: 700 m
  • Metro Mangwon Station: 700 m
  • Metro Hapjeong Station: 350 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 11 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 50 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Activities:

  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • River view
  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Healing House

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 10:30 to 11:00

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.2

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

10

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

9.2