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Luxury hanok with private bathtub – SW11

Seoul, South Korea Seoul City Hotel
9.3
Exceptional Based on 6 reviews
Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 Free WiFi Free cancellation
4 stars Official rating
9.3/10 Exceptional
Seoul Capital city stay
48 h Free cancellation
About this stay

Your Seoul Retreat

You know what really caught me off guard about Luxury hanok with private bathtub – SW11? I mean, I’ve stayed in plenty of traditional Korean houses before, but this one actually nails the whole “luxury meets authentic” thing without feeling forced or touristy. The moment you step inside, there’s this immediate sense of calm – maybe it’s the way the light filters through the hanji paper windows, or how the ondol heating system keeps everything perfectly warm without that dry hotel air feeling.

The private bathtub situation is honestly a game-changer. I’m talking about a proper deep soak kind of deal, not some cramped Western-style tub squeezed into a corner. They’ve managed to blend it seamlessly with the traditional architecture, so you’re not sitting there thinking “wow, this feels completely out of place.” The whole bathroom setup actually respects the hanok’s original design principles while giving you modern comfort. And honestly, after walking around all day, there’s something almost therapeutic about soaking in your own private space while looking out at the traditional courtyard – it’s like having your own little sanctuary.

What really impressed me was the attention to detail in the sleeping arrangements. The bedding is this perfect hybrid – they’ve got quality mattresses that actually support your back properly (thank god, because I’ve definitely suffered through some overly traditional floor sleeping experiences), but they’ve kept the low-profile aesthetic that makes hanoks so special. The room stays surprisingly quiet too, which I wasn’t expecting given how thin some of these traditional walls can be. I mean, you might hear the occasional footstep or door closing, but nothing that’ll keep you up at night. The rating of 9.3 makes total sense when you experience it firsthand – it’s one of those places where the small touches really add up. The check-in process was smooth, the space was spotless, and everything just worked the way it should. Plus, staying in an actual hanok gives you this authentic Korean experience that you just can’t get in a regular hotel, but without sacrificing the comfort level that makes for a proper vacation.

Where you'll stay

Rooms & Suites

1 room type to choose from

What's included

Hotel Amenities

54 facilities across 10 categories

Most popular

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24h reception
  • Flat-screen TV

All categories

Kitchen

8
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

12
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Living Area

3
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Miscellaneous

5
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities

5
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken

2
  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security

6
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology

2
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV

Reception services

1
  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay

10
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hot tub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
What guests are saying

Guest Reviews

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Tamara United States
9.3

The hanok was comfortable and clean. The location was amazing! Butler Lee was accessible and responsive.

Olimpia Australia
8

It was clean with good amenities and the beds were very comfortable. The air conditioning in every room was also excellent.

Pierre France
9.3

The location is perfect, 10min from metro and in the middle of a very nice neighbourhood

笠原 Japan
9

清潔だった
オートロックでセキュリティがしっかりしていた

Xi China
9

就在景福宫旁边,走路10分钟

Asmaa France
9.3
Where you'll be

Location & Surroundings

18, Pirundae-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03039 Seoul, South Korea

District Seoul, South Korea
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