LikeU Guest house
Your Seoul Retreat
You know what caught me off guard about LikeU Guest house? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you – and somehow that makes it even better. I mean, sure, it’s a 3-star spot, but honestly, the 8.6 rating it’s pulling makes total sense once you spend a night or two there.
The first thing you notice walking in is how the staff actually remembers your name after like, one conversation. Not in that forced, corporate way either – more like your friend’s cool aunt who insists on making you tea every time you visit. The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully simple.” Nothing fancy, but everything works properly (which is more than I can say for some fancier places I’ve stayed). The beds are actually comfortable – not too soft, not like sleeping on concrete – and the Wi-Fi doesn’t randomly cut out every ten minutes, which honestly is half the battle these days. There’s this nice attention to small details too, like decent water pressure in the shower and blackout curtains that actually block light if you’re trying to sleep in.
What really sold me though was the genuine vibe of the place. You’ll find yourself chatting with other guests in the common areas without it feeling awkward or forced – there’s just something about the atmosphere that makes people more relaxed. The breakfast isn’t going to win any awards, but it’s fresh and filling, and they don’t rush you out if you want to linger over coffee and plan your day. I actually ended up staying an extra night because, well, sometimes you find a place that just works for you. The pricing is fair too – no hidden fees or surprise charges that make you feel like you got played. It’s the kind of spot where you’d feel comfortable bringing your parents or recommending to a colleague without worrying they’ll think you’re cheap or have terrible taste. Sometimes the best travel experiences come from places that simply get the basics right and add a bit of heart to it, and LikeU Guest house definitely falls into that category.
Seoul’s apartments offer modern accommodations with contemporary design, perfect for families wanting to experience daily life in this technologically advanced Korean metropolis.
Rooms & Suites
2 room types to choose from
Duplex Studio
4 adults, 3 childrenDuplex Studio
4 adults, 3 childrenHotel Amenities
63 facilities across 14 categories
All categories
View
2- City view
- View
Bedroom
2- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General
14- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Mosquito net
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen
9- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom
10- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
2- Balcony
- Terrace
Services
2- Grocery deliveries
- Luggage storage
Living Area
3- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Accessibility
1- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room Amenities
3- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken
2- English
- Korean
Safety & security
7- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology
5- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Reception services
1- Invoice provided
Guest Reviews
very near to subway station and convinance store. friendly host. and complite amneties. very good.
The room got 2 level. Can fit up to 4 people. Near Hongik station exit 5 & 7. Easy access to airport railroad (Blue Line) Convenience for Line 2 & 4 (Green Line)
the owner is very responsive, very pleasant stay at seoul.
Location
the location was the best thing!
Highly recommend!
Very close to subway station.
The accommodation was quiet because it was in a residential area, and there was a park right in front of it, so it was good to rest quietly, and the convenience store was close, so it was convenient to buy water or snacks.
The clean bed and bedding were so fluffy that I could sleep well.
It's a space that highlights the interior and meticulous consideration for guests one by one 🥰
It's a place I really want to come back to!
Location: just next to a metro station, next to a convenient store, lots of restaurants nearby, walking distance to dryer facility.
Loved the location! It was very close to the train station and walking distance to the food and shopping street in Hongdae. The convenience store located on the next building was also a plus. The heated floor is amazing and very comforting, since we stayed there during the winter. The room was very clean and spacious enough for a family of 4.
Excellent location, very responsive and accommodating owner. The apartment was big enough for 3 people. Was nice having the washer in the room.
Great location also owner is so helpful!
Location & Surroundings
5F, 53, Wausan-ro 35-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04052 Seoul, South Korea
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Wau Park700 m
- Love Museum800 m
- Seonyudo Park3.1 km
- Modern Design Museum500 m
- Gyeongui Line Forest Park300 m
- Kakao Friends Concept Museum450 m
- Ewha Woman's University Museum1.9 km
- Seodaemun Museum of Natural History2.9 km
- War and Women's Human Rights Museum1.7 km
- Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea3.5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Little Big100 m
- Cafe/bar Tailor Coffee50 m
- Cafe/bar Mobssie Cheesecake cafe20 m
Top attractions:
- Mapo Bridge3.9 km
- COEX Aquarium14 km
- N Seoul Tower7 km
- World Cup Park3.6 km
- Changdeokgung Palace7 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace5 km
- Mangwon Hangang Park3.5 km
- Yanghwa Hangang Park3.7 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace8 km
- The National Museum of Korea7 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park6 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 237 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 437 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 537 km
Public transport:
- Train Sangsu1.4 km
- Train Gwangheungchang1.4 km
- Metro Sogang Subway Station900 m
- Metro Hongik University Station300 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport12 km
- Incheon International Airport52 km
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