#101, 18, Saechang-ro 6ga-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04169 Seoul, South Korea
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Rosie Stay Overview

You know what really surprised me about Rosie Stay? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you – and somehow that makes it even better. When I first walked in, I was honestly expecting your typical budget chain hotel experience, but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the whole setup that caught me off guard.

The thing is, this isn’t trying to be a luxury destination, and I mean that in the best possible way. It’s a solid 3-star spot that actually delivers on what it promises instead of overpromising and falling short. The rooms are clean and comfortable – not Instagram-worthy, but the kind of space where you can actually relax after a long day of exploring. The beds are surprisingly decent (I’m pretty picky about mattresses), and honestly, the shower pressure was better than some 4-star places I’ve stayed at recently. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays at night – you’re not dealing with paper-thin walls or hearing every conversation in the hallway.

The staff here actually seems to care, which you can’t always count on these days. Check-in was smooth, no weird hidden fees popping up, and when I had a question about local restaurants, the front desk person gave me three solid recommendations that weren’t just the tourist traps. That 8.0 rating makes total sense to me – it’s not perfect, but it consistently does the basics really well. The lobby area is nothing fancy, but it’s got this lived-in comfort that feels authentic rather than sterile. I noticed they keep fresh coffee available most of the day, which is such a small thing but somehow makes everything feel more hospitable. If you’re looking for a place that won’t break the bank but also won’t leave you counting down the hours until checkout, Rosie Stay hits that sweet spot. It’s the kind of hotel I’d actually book again without hesitation – not because it blew me away, but because I know exactly what I’m getting, and what I’m getting is pretty damn good for the price point.

Rosie Stay Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Family Apartment2 × 2 single beds and 2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Mapo Bridge: 1.8 km
  • Seoullo 7017: 2.9 km
  • Hyochang Park: 1.2 km
  • Seosomun Park: 3.3 km
  • Kim Koo Museum: 1.1 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 3.1 km
  • Yeouido Hangang Park: 3.2 km
  • Culture Station Seoul 284: 3.1 km
  • The War Memorial of Korea: 2.3 km
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Fritz Dohwa: 500 m
  • Restaurant La Stella: 600 m
  • Cafe/bar Fritz Coffee Company: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Wau Park: 3.3 km
  • 63 Building: 3.8 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 11 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 4.6 km
  • Dokdo Museum Seoul: 3.4 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 4.2 km
  • Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum: 3.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 3.6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 36 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 36 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 36 km

Public transport:

  • Train Mapo: 800 m
  • Train Daeheung: 1.4 km
  • Metro Mapo Station: 750 m
  • Metro Gongdeok Station: 500 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 15 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 55 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Carpeted
  • Fan

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

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

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Shower

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
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House Rules at Rosie Stay

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 23:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 11:00 to 11:30

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 20

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.