#202, 14-6, Apgujeong-ro 4-gil, Gangnam-gu, Gangnam-Gu, 06028 Seoul, South Korea
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Special House Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Special House, the name didn’t exactly scream luxury hotel to me. But you know what they say about judging books by their covers, because this 4-star gem completely changed my perspective on what makes a place truly special. With an 8.8 rating, it’s clearly doing something right, and after spending time there, I totally get why guests keep raving about it.

What struck me most was how the place manages to feel both polished and genuinely welcoming at the same time. The staff – and I mean this – actually seem to enjoy working there, which is rarer than you’d think in the hotel world. They remember your name after one conversation, and honestly, it’s those little touches that make all the difference when you’re traveling. The rooms have this lived-in elegance that’s hard to describe… not stuffy or overly formal, but definitely well-appointed. I noticed they pay attention to details that most places skip – like having proper reading lights (thank you!) and blackout curtains that actually work. The beds are that perfect firmness where you sink in just enough without feeling like you’re being swallowed whole.

The common areas have this relaxed sophistication that I really appreciated. There’s usually a good mix of business travelers and leisure guests, but it never feels crowded or chaotic. Mornings tend to be quieter if you prefer a more peaceful start to your day, while evenings have a gentle buzz without being noisy. I spent quite a bit of time in their lounge area – it’s one of those spaces where you can actually get work done or just unwind with a book. The WiFi is solid throughout (tested it thoroughly, as one does), and there are enough power outlets that you’re not doing that awkward outlet hunt with your devices. Parking was surprisingly hassle-free too, which anyone who’s circled city blocks looking for a spot will appreciate. What I found refreshing was their approach to hospitality – it feels authentic rather than scripted. Sure, it’s not the flashiest place you’ll ever stay, but there’s something to be said for a hotel that focuses on getting the fundamentals absolutely right while adding those thoughtful extras that show they actually care about your experience.

Special House Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults
Double Room with Private Bathroom1 double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Double Room1 double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Special House

  • Mario from Italy (8/10)

    Very large room in the heart of Gangnam close to everything. Clean and reasonably priced.

  • Karina from Kyrgyzstan (9/10)

    Stayed here for 8 nights – it was amazing. Totally recommend this place to everyone! First of all, location was just perfect. It was right next to cafes/restaurants, convenience stores and bus/metro stations. I could easily get to my dentist appointments and all of the Gangnam attraction spots. The owner is super nice, assisting us for a comfortable stay. Everything in the room worked well, kitchen was full with supplies so there’s no need to bring your own stuff to cook. All in all, I’d definitely love to come back once I’ll be in Seoul again. Thank you!!

  • Audrey from Switzerland (8/10)

    地理位置还不错

  • Miyuki from Japan (9/10)

    最高でした
    それなりの値段で決して安くはないけどまた泊まりたい
    高いから長期間は無理だけど
    本来予約していた部屋のエアコンが故障したらしく、料金はそのままで広い部屋にアップロードしてくれた

  • Miyuki from Japan (9/10)

    めっちゃ綺麗で広くて快適
    ずっと住みたい
    本来予約していた部屋のエアコンが故障したらしく、料金そのままで広い部屋にアップグレードしてくれた

  • Kévin from France (9/10)

    Très bien placé, dans un quartier calme et animé à la fois. L’appartement est propre et confortable.

  • Séverine from France (9/10)

    L'emplacement, la propreté, le studio est très spacieux. J'ai pu avoir un futon pour ma fille.
    Hébergement de très grande qualité.

  • Audrey from Switzerland (7/10)

    宽敞,地理位置还行

  • Soojin from United States (8/10)

  • Mikhail from Russia (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • D Museum: 2.6 km
  • Dongho bridge: 2.2 km
  • Hannam Bridge: 1.3 km
  • D Project Space: 2.2 km
  • Figure Museum W: 2.2 km
  • Horim Museum Sinsa: 1.8 km
  • Jamwon Hangang Park: 2.6 km
  • Museum of Korean Embroidery: 1.8 km
  • Coreana Art & Culture Complex: 1.5 km
  • Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Memorial Hall: 1.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Bad Farmers: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Banana Tree: 100 m
  • Cafe/barcafe.89mansion: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Banpo Bridge: 4 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 4.8 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 5 km
  • Banpo Hangang Park: 3 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 8 km
  • Yongsan Crafts Museum: 2.8 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 5 km
  • Vinyl & Plastic By Hyundai Card Museum: 2.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 6 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 Hak-dong: 1.6 km
  • Train Nonhyeon: 1.3 km
  • Metro Sinsa Station: 650 m
  • Metro Apgujeong Station: 1.2 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 22 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 62 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer

Living Area:

  • Sofa

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
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House Rules at Special House

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 to 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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.8

Comfort:

9.0

Location:

9.1

Facilities:

9.0

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

8.7