12-2, Wangsan-ro 43na-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Dongdaemun-Gu, 02487 Seoul, South Korea
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Nroo Stay Overview

Look, I’ll be honest with you – Nroo Stay isn’t going to blow your mind with fancy amenities, but sometimes that’s exactly what you need. When I first walked into this 3-star place, my initial thought was “okay, this is clean and straightforward,” which honestly ended up being more refreshing than I expected. You know how some hotels try so hard to impress that they forget the basics? Well, this isn’t one of those places.

The rooms are what I’d call functionally comfortable – nothing Instagram-worthy, but the bed was actually pretty decent (I’m picky about mattresses), and the bathroom had proper water pressure, which you can’t always count on. The staff seemed genuinely helpful rather than just going through the motions, and check-in was quick without any of that awkward upselling you get at some places. I mean, with a 7 out of 10 rating, you’re getting exactly what that suggests – solid, reliable, no major surprises either way. The walls aren’t paper-thin, which I appreciated since I’m a light sleeper, though you might catch the occasional conversation in the hallway.

What I found interesting is that this place seems to attract a mix of business travelers and tourists who prioritize location and value over luxury touches. The lobby has this unpretentious vibe where people actually sit and chat rather than rushing through. Honestly, if you’re the type who spends most of your time exploring and just needs a clean, comfortable base to crash at night, Nroo Stay delivers on that front. The housekeeping is thorough – I stayed three nights and never had to ask for fresh towels or deal with half-empty soap dispensers. Parking was straightforward too, no circling around looking for spots or dealing with valet situations. It’s not the kind of place you’d book for a romantic getaway or if you’re planning to spend lazy mornings in a luxurious room, but for what it is, it does the job well without any pretense.

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Nroo Stay Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Room Apartment1 single bed, 1 large double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults, 3 children
Double Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Nroo Stay

  • Prsh from Indonesia (9/10)

    Отличное месторас

  • Kei from Brunei Darussalam (5/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Naksan Park: 4.8 km
  • Uireung Royal Tomb: 3.1 km
  • Hongneung Arboretum: 1.2 km
  • Statue of Jeon Tae Il: 4.6 km
  • Seoul City Wall Museum: 4.1 km
  • King Sejong Memorial Hall: 1.1 km
  • Dream Forest Main Entrance: 4.6 km
  • Dongdaemun Gate- Heunginjimun: 4.5 km
  • Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 4.6 km
  • Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 4.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar1 F 카페: 1 km
  • Cafe/bar Coffee December: 1.4 km
  • Cafe/bar Serendipity Coffee: 1.4 km

Top attractions:

  • Gwanghuimun: 5 km
  • Lock Museum: 5 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 10 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 8 km
  • Arko Art Center: 5 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Jeongneung Royal Tomb: 5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 5 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 12 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 25 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 25 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 25 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Hoegi: 1.3 km
  • Train Korea Univ.: 1.5 km
  • Train Hoegi Station: 1.3 km
  • Metro Cheongnyangni Station: 650 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 24 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 64 km

Facilities

General:

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Iron

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

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

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean
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House Rules at Nroo Stay

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 21:00

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

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:

8.8

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

6.3

Facilities:

6.3

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

7.5