Room #401, 516-1, The Palace, Gosanja-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Dongdaemun-Gu, 02479 Seoul, South Korea
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Stay Anuk Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Stay Anuk? The name made me think it was going to be some trendy boutique thing, but honestly, it’s just this refreshingly straightforward 3-star spot that gets everything right without trying too hard. I mean, when you see a 9.0 rating, you sort of brace yourself for either inflated expectations or a place that’s genuinely onto something – and Stay Anuk definitely falls into the latter category.

The first thing I noticed walking in was how the lobby actually feels lived-in rather than staged for Instagram photos. There’s this comfortable buzz of actual travelers checking maps and chatting with staff who seem to know their stuff, not just reciting scripts. The check-in process was smooth – no unnecessary upselling or lengthy presentations about amenities I didn’t ask about. What really impressed me was the attention to those little things that matter when you’re tired from traveling: the wifi password was already written clearly on the key card holder, there were phone chargers available at the front desk if you’d forgotten yours, and the elevator was quick enough that you didn’t find yourself awkwardly staring at the floor numbers.

The rooms strike that perfect balance between clean and comfortable without feeling sterile. I actually appreciated that they didn’t go overboard with the minimalist trend – there were enough outlets near the bed, proper blackout curtains that actually blocked light, and a bathroom with decent water pressure and toiletries that didn’t smell like generic hotel soap. The housekeeping staff clearly takes pride in their work; towels were always properly folded, not just thrown together, and I never had that moment where you walk into your room and something feels slightly off. For a 3-star property, the beds were surprisingly comfortable – firm enough to sleep well but not so hard that you wake up feeling like you wrestled with the mattress all night. The neighborhood around Stay Anuk has this authentic feel where you’ll find local cafes mixed in with the usual tourist spots, and the staff actually gave useful recommendations rather than just pointing toward the most expensive restaurants. Parking was straightforward when I needed it, and the area felt safe walking around even in the evening. It’s one of those places where you realize that sometimes the best travel experiences come from hotels that focus on doing the basics exceptionally well rather than trying to be everything to everyone.

Stay Anuk Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 large double beds and 2 × 1 large double bed for 5 adults, 4 children
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Reviews of Stay Anuk

  • Minh from Vietnam (9/10)

    Chủ nhà phản hồi hỗ trợ rất nhanh. Dễ thương và nhiệt tình, căn hộ set up xinh xắn, cực kỳ sạch sẽ.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Naksan Park: 3.9 km
  • Uireung Royal Tomb: 3.8 km
  • Hongneung Arboretum: 1.1 km
  • Statue of Jeon Tae Il: 3.9 km
  • Seoul City Wall Museum: 3.8 km
  • King Sejong Memorial Hall: 900 m
  • Dream Forest Main Entrance: 3.9 km
  • Dongdaemun Gate- Heunginjimun: 3.9 km
  • Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 3.9 km
  • Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 4 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar1 F 카페: 200 m
  • Cafe/bar Starbucks: 750 m
  • Cafe/bar Serendipity Coffee: 550 m

Top attractions:

  • Gwanghuimun: 4.4 km
  • Lock Museum: 4.2 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 9 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 8 km
  • Arko Art Center: 4.3 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Jeongneung Royal Tomb: 4.2 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 4.7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 11 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 26 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 26 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 26 km

Public transport:

  • Train Anam: 850 m
  • Metro Jegi-dong: 2.3 km
  • Train Korea Univ.: 600 m
  • Metro Cheongnyangni Station: 1.3 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 24 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 63 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

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

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Lift

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at Stay Anuk

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10