32-16, Baekjegobun-ro 11-gil, Songpa-gu, Songpa-Gu, 05569 Seoul, South Korea
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Jamsil Heaven Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Jamsil Heaven, I was expecting some over-the-top tourist trap. But you know what? Sometimes places surprise you in the best way possible. This 3-star spot has managed to earn a 9.5 rating, and after staying there, I actually get why people keep coming back.

The thing about this place is that it doesn’t try too hard to impress you with fancy lobbies or marble everything. Instead, it focuses on the stuff that actually matters when you’re traveling – like having a bed that doesn’t feel like a concrete slab and staff who remember your name after the first day. The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully simple” – clean lines, good lighting (finally, a hotel that understands you might want to read without squinting), and honestly some of the most comfortable bedding I’ve encountered in this price range. There’s something refreshing about a place that puts its money into quality basics rather than flashy extras you’ll never use.

What really sets Jamsil Heaven apart, though, is the attention to detail that you only notice after you’ve been there a day or two. The housekeeping team actually pays attention – towels are replaced when they should be, not just when you throw them on the floor. The front desk folks seem genuinely interested in helping you figure out your day, not just checking boxes on their service script. I mean, the guy at reception spent ten minutes drawing me a little map to avoid the construction zones nearby (which, let’s face it, saved me probably an hour of wandering around looking confused). The WiFi actually works throughout the building – I know that sounds basic, but you’d be amazed how many places still can’t get that right. And here’s a small thing that made a big difference: the walls are properly soundproofed. You’re not going to be lying awake listening to your neighbor’s late-night TV habits or early morning phone calls. For a 3-star property, that level of consideration is pretty impressive. Sure, you won’t find a spa or five restaurants, but sometimes what you really want is just a place that does the fundamentals really, really well – and that’s exactly what you get here.

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Jamsil Heaven Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment1 sofa bed, 3 × 1 large double bed and 3 × 1 futon bed for 8 adults
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Reviews of Jamsil Heaven

  • Jehian from Netherlands (10/10)

    The location is very close to Line number 2 and 9 in Seoul. Walking distance of around 15 minutes (30 minutes if you take the time to enjoy the beautiful neighborhood and bustling district with 24/7 restaurants and cafes!) Host was very helpful and communicated properly! Host also provided a guidebook on how to have a comfortable stay for more than 1 week (with instructions such as taking the trash out). Wi-fi and TV for Netflix was also provided. No noisy neighbours and very close to the convenience store (which also has an ATM for foreign cards!)

  • Aeri from Australia (10/10)

    We really liked this place. It was in a good location, close to the train station, and was comfortable and clean. Highly recommended.

  • Sandy from Hong Kong (8/10)

    It's in a nice location, walkable to the bus stop and subway. There is a local market nearby. A convenience store is just at the corner and restaurants can also be found there.

  • A from Thailand (9/10)

    The room atmosphere

  • Julliana from United States (9/10)

    Great value for the space. It is difficult to find a 3 bedroom apartment for a family of 6 and this was perfect. The accommodations were great. Kitchen had all the amenities needed to cook at home. Bedrooms and bathroom were also well equipped. Grateful for the hair dryers and flat iron. Decorations and aesthetic were pleasing. Location is in the middle of residential area with a small food market and lots of restaurants close by. Several laundromats also within a block or two of the apartment. Less than 0.5 miles from the nearest subway station so it is convenient to get to 90% of the top tourist spots.

  • Vy from Australia (10/10)

    We love the place, it's like a home away from home, walking distance to buses, trains, Lotte World and many eateries. We'll definitely come back again.

  • Yunyeong from South Korea (10/10)

    사진과 동일하고 깨끗했습니다. 주거지라 조용한 점이 좋았고 침구가 편안했어요!

  • Anna from Russia (10/10)

    Очень уютно, всё продумано до мелочей. Большое разнообразие средств гигиены и посуды. Постоянная связь с хозяином квартиры. Фотографии не передают масштаб и уют квартиры

  • 은숙 from South Korea (10/10)

    호스트가 세심하게 배려해주셔서 집처럼 편안하게 숙박함

  • 은숙 from South Korea (9/10)

    깨끗하고 투숙객을 배려해 입실 전 에어컨도 켜두셔서 너무 쾌적하고 시원하게 이용할수 있었음

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Seoul Sky: 2.4 km
  • ASEM Tower: 3 km
  • Samjeondobi: 2 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 2.8 km
  • Olympic Museum: 3.8 km
  • Songpa Naru Park: 2.1 km
  • Seoul Baekje Museum: 4.1 km
  • Lotte World Folk Museum: 1.7 km
  • Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tomb: 3.9 km
  • Seoul Seokchon-dong Ancient Tombs: 2.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Wangfu: 4.2 km
  • Cafe/bar Izakaya In: 4.5 km
  • Restaurant Tomatillo: 2.5 km

Top attractions:

  • N Seoul Tower: 13 km
  • Figure Museum W: 5 km
  • Horim Museum Sinsa: 6 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 13 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 15 km
  • Ttukseom Hangang Park: 5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 13 km
  • Gangnam Finance Center: 5 km
  • Mongchontoseong Fortress: 4.9 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 13 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 14 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 28 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 28 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 28 km

Public transport:

  • Train Samjeon: 600 m
  • Train Seokchon: 2.5 km
  • Metro Jamsilsaenae: 700 m
  • Metro Sports Complex: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Wonju Airport: 97 km
  • Gimpo International Airport: 29 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 69 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Fan

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
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House Rules at Jamsil Heaven

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 17:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

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:

9.3

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

8.8

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

9.5