19-4 Jahamun-ro 1na-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03041 Seoul, South Korea
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Maison Sunlit Overview

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of boutique places over the years, but Maison Sunlit honestly caught me off guard in the best possible way. You know how some hotels try really hard to be trendy and end up feeling forced? This isn’t that. From the moment I walked through the front doors, there was this immediate sense that someone actually cared about creating something special here – not just checking boxes for Instagram photos.

The thing that struck me first was the light. I mean, with a name like “Sunlit,” you’d expect them to nail that aspect, and they absolutely do. The way natural light flows through the common areas feels intentional but not overdone. My room had these gorgeous windows that actually opened (thank god – I’m one of those people who gets claustrophobic with sealed hotel windows), and the morning light was just… perfect with my coffee. Speaking of which, the coffee situation is solid – they’ve got this great setup where you can grab a proper cup anytime, not just during those weird breakfast hours that never align with real life. The staff clearly knows their stuff too. Not in that overly rehearsed way where everyone sounds like they’re reading from a script, but genuinely knowledgeable. When I asked about dinner recommendations, the front desk person actually pulled out their phone to show me photos from a place they’d been to the weekend before. That’s the kind of authentic touch that makes a difference.

What really sets this place apart, though, is how they’ve managed to feel both polished and relaxed at the same time. The design is thoughtful without being precious – you know what I mean? Like, you can actually put your feet up and feel comfortable, but everything still looks beautiful. The beds are fantastic (and I’m picky about mattresses), the bathrooms have good water pressure, and honestly, the whole place just works. I stayed during what seemed like a busy period, but it never felt chaotic or rushed. Even check-in was smooth – none of that awkward standing around waiting while they figure out their computer system. With a 9.6 rating, you’d expect excellence, and Maison Sunlit delivers on that expectation without making you feel like you’re in some sterile luxury box. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to extend your stay, not because you feel obligated to enjoy your expensive booking, but because you genuinely don’t want to leave. If you’re looking for somewhere that gets the details right while still feeling like a real place where real people would want to spend time, this is it.

Apartments in Seoul provide travelers with authentic local experiences, allowing them to explore traditional Korean markets and experience daily life in modern residential neighborhoods.

Maison Sunlit Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Villa4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Maison Sunlit

  • Lanny from Australia (10/10)

    Quite place to sleep on after you have a long flight. Rooms have historic feel with old hard wood floors. very clean. Comfort bed, walking distance to everything, staff was friendly and helpful.

  • Paul from Australia (10/10)

    Fantastic location and wonderful amenities.
    Welcome pack of Korean noodles was great and communication with the host was exceptional.

  • Caines from Hong Kong (8/10)

    Gorgeous hanok in a very convenient location.

  • Pascale from Belgium (9/10)

    Le lieu est juste incroyable. Tout est parfait.

  • Mikyung from South Korea (9/10)

    구조가 깔끔하고 집이 조용해서 좋았어요. 가족여행으로 왔는데 부모님이 또 와도 좋겠다고 하시더라구요~

  • William from United States (10/10)

  • Amira from United Kingdom (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gyeonghuigung: 1.1 km
  • Sejongno Park: 750 m
  • Gwanghwamun Gate: 600 m
  • Gwanghwamun Square: 750 m
  • Kumho Museum of Art: 1 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 600 m
  • Seoul Museum of History: 1.2 km
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin: 1.1 km
  • National Palace Museum of Korea: 500 m
  • Statue of King Sejong the Great: 900 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Slow Recipe: 300 m
  • Restaurant Jeondaegam Daek: 100 m
  • Cafe/bar Preseason Coffee House: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 12 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 4.9 km
  • Art Sonje Center: 1.5 km
  • Ilmin Museum of Art: 1.2 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 1.9 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 3.1 km
  • World Jewellery Museum: 1.6 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • National Folk Museum of Korea: 1.2 km
  • National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art: 1.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 3.4 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 34 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 34 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 34 km

Public transport:

  • Train City Hall: 1.9 km
  • Train Seodaemun: 1.7 km
  • Metro Gyeongbokgung: 300 m
  • Metro Gwanghwamun Station: 1 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 56 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Garden

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Private entrance
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

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

Media & Technology:

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

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Coffee machine

Building characteristics:

  • Detached
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House Rules at Maison Sunlit

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

9.5

Facilities:

10.0

Cleanliness:

10.0

Value for money:

8.5