94-13, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03051 Seoul, South Korea
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Moonlight Hill Overview

You know what struck me first about Moonlight Hill? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you – and honestly, that’s exactly why it works so well. I mean, sure, it’s a 3-star property, but there’s something refreshingly authentic about the whole experience that you just don’t find at those cookie-cutter chain hotels anymore.

The moment you walk into the lobby, you can tell this place has character. It’s not flashy or over-designed – actually, it feels more like staying at a well-appointed friend’s place than a hotel, if that makes sense. The staff genuinely seemed to care about making sure I was comfortable, not just going through the motions with rehearsed scripts. During check-in, the front desk manager actually took time to chat about local restaurants worth trying, and I could tell he knew what he was talking about because every recommendation turned out to be spot-on. The rooms themselves are clean and thoughtfully arranged – nothing fancy, but everything you need is there and it all works properly (which, let’s be honest, isn’t always a given these days). I particularly appreciated the blackout curtains that actually block light, and the fact that the air conditioning runs quietly enough that you can sleep through the night without that constant humming noise some places have.

What really sets Moonlight Hill apart though is how it manages to punch above its weight in terms of overall experience. The 8.0 rating it’s earned feels absolutely deserved – this isn’t a place trying to be something it’s not, but rather a hotel that does the fundamentals really well. The housekeeping is thorough without being intrusive, breakfast timing is flexible enough that you don’t feel rushed, and there’s this relaxed atmosphere throughout the property that makes it easy to unwind after long days of exploring. I noticed they pay attention to little details too – fresh towels that actually smell clean, decent water pressure in the shower, and room service that arrives when they say it will. It’s the kind of place where you end up extending your stay an extra night just because you’re comfortable and don’t feel like dealing with the hassle of moving somewhere else. If you’re looking for over-the-top luxury, this probably isn’t your spot, but if you want a solid, reliable place to stay with genuine hospitality and good value for money, Moonlight Hill delivers exactly what it promises.

Moonlight Hill Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentdouble bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
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Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Owl Museum: 500 m
  • Myeongin Museum: 550 m
  • House of Go Hui-dong: 500 m
  • Bukchon Hanok Village: 750 m
  • Samchung Train Museum: 550 m
  • World Jewellery Museum: 700 m
  • Bukchon Museum Old Fragrance: 350 m
  • Bae Ryeom’s House in Gye-dong: 500 m
  • Baek Hongbeom’s House in Wonseo-dong: 450 m
  • Seoul Intangible Cultural Heritage Center: 700 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Ogada: 450 m
  • Cafe/bar Gyedong 13: 350 m
  • Cafe/bar Paulin pancake: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Wonseo Park: 1.1 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 12 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 5 km
  • Art Sonje Center: 900 m
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 1.3 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 1.2 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.5 km
  • Seoul Education Museum: 750 m
  • The National Museum of Korea: 9 km
  • National Folk Museum of Korea: 1.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 4.5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 33 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 33 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 33 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Anguk: 900 m
  • Metro Hyehwa: 2.4 km
  • Train City Hall: 2.9 km
  • Train Euljiro 4(sa)-ga: 2.9 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 19 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 58 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Kitchenette

Outdoors:

  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Hot spring bath
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House Rules at Moonlight Hill

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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.