

Salt1 Overview
I’ll be honest, when I first walked into Salt1, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect – the name’s pretty minimalist, and from the outside it has this understated vibe that could go either way. But you know what? Sometimes the places that don’t try too hard end up being exactly what you need. This is one of those solid 3-star spots that actually delivers on its promise without any pretense or flashy gimmicks.
The lobby hits you with this clean, almost industrial aesthetic – think exposed brick mixed with warm wood accents and these interesting salt crystal fixtures (which, okay, now the name makes total sense). The staff at check-in were genuinely helpful, not just going through the motions, and I appreciated that they actually listened when I mentioned I’m a light sleeper. Got a room away from the elevator, which – trust me – makes all the difference at night. The rooms themselves are surprisingly spacious for what you’re paying, with this nice balance of modern touches and comfort that doesn’t feel sterile. The beds are actually good – like, sink-into-them-after-a-long-day good – and the bathrooms have these rainfall showerheads that work way better than expected. I mean, we’ve all been disappointed by fancy-looking fixtures that barely trickle water, right?
What really won me over was how the place feels during different parts of the day. Mornings are quiet and peaceful – you can grab coffee in their little café area and actually think for a minute. Evenings get a bit more lively with guests coming and going, but it never feels chaotic or party-central. The common areas have this relaxed energy where people actually hang out instead of just rushing through. And honestly, for the price point and that solid 8-rating it’s earned, Salt1 delivers something that’s becoming rare these days – a straightforward, comfortable stay without trying to be something it’s not. It’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but it’ll take care of you properly, and sometimes that’s exactly what you want when you’re traveling.
Salt1 Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults |


Reviews of Salt1
陳 from Taiwan (9/10)
民宿內部整體環境舒適,有大空間可以擺放行李箱,晚上還可以和家人坐在餐桌吃宵夜,很棒!
Goerdath from Mexico (7/10)
Alles wat we nodig hadden waren her aanwezig
Pei-ju from Taiwan (7/10)
地點極佳
Yu from Taiwan (3/10)
地理位置不錯,離地鐵站算近
Gabriella from Indonesia (8/10)
Tzu from Taiwan (8/10)
あかり from Japan (8/10)
謝 from Taiwan (8/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Gwanghuimun: 1 km
- Lock Museum: 1.6 km
- Naksan Park: 1.6 km
- Jongmyo Square Park: 1.7 km
- Statue of Jeon Tae Il: 550 m
- Seoul City Wall Museum: 450 m
- Jongienara Paper Art Museum: 1.7 km
- Dongdaemun Gate- Heunginjimun: 350 m
- Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 400 m
- Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 450 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Cafe 275: 400 m
- Restaurant N-Table: 600 m
- Cafe/bar Cafe de Fessonia: 500 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium: 9 km
- N Seoul Tower: 4.5 km
- Arko Art Center: 1.8 km
- Jangchungdan Park: 1.8 km
- Changdeokgung Palace: 2.4 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 4 km
- Statue of Yu Gwansun: 2.1 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.3 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
- Agalmatolite Reliquary from the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Biroam Hermitage of Donghwasa Temple, Daegu: 2.3 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 4.4 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 29 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 29 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 29 km
Public transport:
- Metro Dongmyo: 500 m
- Train Changsin: 1.5 km
- Train Cheonggu: 1.5 km
- Metro Dongdaemun Station: 400 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 20 km
- Incheon International Airport: 60 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Desk
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
Outdoor & View:
- River view
- City view
- Lake view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Electric blankets
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
Languages spoken:
- Korean
Safety & security:
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV


House Rules at Salt1
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:
- From 10:00 to 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.
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