

N285Hotel Overview
So here’s the thing about N285Hotel – it’s one of those places that completely catches you off guard in the best possible way. I’ll be honest, when I first saw the name I thought it was going to be some sterile, corporate chain situation, but actually walking into the lobby was like discovering a well-kept secret that locals have been quietly enjoying while tourists fumble around elsewhere.
What really got me was how the staff seemed to genuinely care about getting the details right. You know that feeling when you check in somewhere and the person behind the desk actually looks at you instead of just going through the motions? That’s what happened here. The whole vibe is relaxed but professional – they’ve clearly figured out that sweet spot between being helpful and not hovering over you every five minutes. I mean, for a 3-star place, they’re definitely punching above their weight. The 8.4 rating makes total sense once you spend a night or two there; it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but everything just works the way it should.
The rooms have this comfortable, lived-in quality without feeling worn down, if that makes sense. Nothing fancy, but the bed was actually comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), the shower had decent water pressure, and honestly, the whole place just felt clean in that reassuring way where you can tell they pay attention to the small stuff. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stayed at night – you know how some places have paper-thin walls and you end up knowing way too much about your neighbors? Not an issue here. I also noticed they’d thought about practical things like having enough outlets near the bed and decent lighting for reading, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places mess that up. The location ended up being one of those happy accidents where you’re close enough to everything that matters but tucked away from the chaos. I found myself walking to places I hadn’t planned to visit just because they were right there, and there’s something to be said for stumbling onto good restaurants or interesting shops because you’re staying somewhere that puts you in the mix without drowning you in it.
Seoul’s apartments offer modern accommodations with contemporary design, perfect for families wanting to experience daily life in this technologically advanced Korean metropolis.
N285Hotel Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Double A – Parking is not available | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Twin Room – Parking is not available | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
Double B – Parking is not available | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Double C – Parking is not available | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |


Reviews of N285Hotel
Anjelica from Australia (9/10)
Location. It’s only a few streets away from busy Myeongdong, but still accessible and close to a lot of tourist spots, and a train station. There’s also a good coffee shop nearby and a convenience store next to the hotel.
Joseph from United Kingdom (9/10)
Superb location, friendly staff and very clean
Francois from Singapore (8/10)
Great location, great & very nice staff, comfy bed and very clean rooms
Hon from Hong Kong (8/10)
The location is excellent, very convenient.
Staffs are very friendly and helpful.Eun from Australia (8/10)
Good location to visit tourist spots also easy to get on bus and metro! Room was perfect for one person but if its two it can be small or no space to put stuff.
Pierre from Canada (8/10)
Location, very clean, quiet
Aicha from France (7/10)
Good location walking distance to main attractions, very clean, nice staff
Rendez from Australia (9/10)
The location is brilliant. Right in the middle of Insa-dong with a lot of shopping and restaurants nearby. The room is cleaned every day and the facilities are new and modern. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
Seungjoon from United States (9/10)
Great location for travelers. Close to areas of interest, public transportation, food and nightlife. The room was clean and the staff were helpful and friendly. There's a convenience store on first floor and a bar in the basement.
Franziwillweg from Germany (9/10)
Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and spacious room. Walking distance to several metro lines, great neighourhood. Highly recommended!
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Tapgol Park: 250 m
- Topgoal Art: 450 m
- Unhyeongung: 400 m
- Jongno Tower: 450 m
- Tteok Museum: 500 m
- Hagajae Museum: 500 m
- Wongaksa Pagoda: 350 m
- Beautiful Tea Museum: 100 m
- Alive Museum Insa-dong: 150 m
- Kyungin Museum of Fine Art: 350 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar소금인형: 30 m
- Cafe/bar Rice wine pub: 50 m
- Cafe/bar The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: 7 m
Top attractions:
- Berlin Square: 650 m
- COEX Aquarium: 11 km
- N Seoul Tower: 4.6 km
- Savina Museum: 650 m
- Cheonggyecheon: 900 m
- Bosingak Pavilion: 700 m
- Changdeokgung Palace: 850 m
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 1.4 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.1 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 3 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 31 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 31 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 31 km
Public transport:
- Train City Hall: 1.6 km
- Metro Jonggak Station: 550 m
- Train Euljiro 4(sa)-ga: 1.5 km
- Metro Jongno 3-ga Station: 450 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 19 km
- Incheon International Airport: 58 km
Facilities
View:
- City view
- View
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Minimarket on site
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
- Korean
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV


House Rules at N285Hotel
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
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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