

Leejae 리재 Overview
You know what caught me off guard about Leejae 리재? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you, and somehow that makes it more memorable than half the flashier hotels I’ve stayed at. I mean, sure, it’s a solid 3-star spot with a 7.7 rating, but there’s something genuinely comfortable about the whole vibe that those numbers don’t really capture.
The thing is, Leejae has this quietly efficient approach that I actually appreciate more now than I did when I first checked in. The lobby isn’t trying to wow you with marble and chandeliers – it’s clean, modern in a understated way, and the staff genuinely seems to know what they’re doing. I remember the check-in process being refreshingly quick, no unnecessary upselling or complicated explanations about amenities you’ll never use. The rooms themselves are what I’d call thoughtfully simple – everything you need is there and it works properly, which honestly feels like a minor miracle sometimes. The beds are surprisingly comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and there’s enough space to actually open your suitcase without performing gymnastics around the furniture.
What I really ended up liking about this place, though, is how it sits in that sweet spot between budget and boutique. You’re not paying for a bunch of fancy extras you don’t need, but you’re also not dealing with the usual 3-star compromises like paper-thin towels or WiFi that barely works. Speaking of which – the internet is actually reliable, which saved me during a work deadline situation. The housekeeping is consistent too, something you notice more on longer stays. I stayed here for four nights and never had that awkward “will my room be ready” uncertainty. It’s those little things that add up, you know? The kind of place where you can settle in without constantly thinking about what’s missing or what’s not working right. Honestly, if you’re looking for somewhere that just does the basics really well without any drama, Leejae delivers on that promise pretty reliably.
Leejae 리재 Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 1 double bed and 2 single beds for 3 adults |
Three-Bedroom Apartment with Park View | 2 × 2 single beds, 1 futon bed and 1 double bed for 7 adults |


Reviews of Leejae 리재
Ramba from Germany (8/10)
The apartment has everything needed and a super nice location near Dongdaemun Designplaza as well as several subway stations and shopping and restaurant opportunities. The beds are pretty comfortable and many usefull tools like a dehumidifier, microwave etc.
Keiko from Japan (8/10)
立地が良く、部屋も綺麗でした。
Manuel from Spain (7/10)
Ubicacio
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Gwanghuimun: 30 m
- Jangchungdan Park: 1.1 km
- Statue of Yu Gwansun: 1.4 km
- Statue of Jeon Tae Il: 1.1 km
- Seoul City Wall Museum: 1.1 km
- Jongienara Paper Art Museum: 800 m
- Dongdaemun Gate- Heunginjimun: 950 m
- Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 500 m
- Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 600 m
- Agalmatolite Reliquary from the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Biroam Hermitage of Donghwasa Temple, Daegu: 1.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Subway: 400 m
- Cafe/bar Twosome Place: 350 m
- Cafe/bar카페 마조앤새디: 50 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium: 8 km
- N Seoul Tower: 3.7 km
- Street Museum: 1.9 km
- Jongmyo Square Park: 2 km
- Changdeokgung Palace: 3 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 4.2 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.9 km
- Chun Young Kim’s House: 1.7 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 7 km
- National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts: 2 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 3.7 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 30 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 30 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 30 km
Public transport:
- Train Cheonggu: 600 m
- Metro Cheonggu Station: 600 m
- Train Euljiro 4(sa)-ga: 1.3 km
- Metro Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station: 350 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 20 km
- Incheon International Airport: 60 km
Facilities
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Garden
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Heating
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
- Korean
Safety & security:
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
Building characteristics:
- Detached


House Rules at Leejae 리재
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 11:00
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.
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