63, Maebongsan-ro 2-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03930 Seoul, South Korea
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StayPuzzle Overview

I’ll be honest – I wasn’t expecting much when I first heard about StayPuzzle, mostly because the name sounds like some kind of escape room concept hotel. But you know what? Sometimes the places with quirky names turn out to be the hidden gems, and this 4-star spot absolutely proved that theory right. The moment I walked through the lobby, I could tell someone actually put thought into this place instead of just slapping together another cookie-cutter hotel.

What really struck me was how they managed to nail that sweet spot between boutique charm and reliable comfort. The rooms have this thoughtful design – I mean, you can tell they considered how people actually use hotel spaces rather than just making everything look pretty for photos. The lighting actually works for reading (shocking, I know), and the bathroom setup doesn’t require contorting yourself around a poorly placed door. Honestly, the attention to practical details reminded me why I keep coming back to places that understand travelers aren’t just looking for Instagram backdrops. The staff seemed genuinely invested too – not in that over-the-top fake way, but more like they actually care about making sure your stay works out well. During my visit, they helped sort out a dinner reservation issue without me even asking, which says something about how they operate.

Here’s the thing that really sets StayPuzzle apart though – it feels like they’re constantly fine-tuning the experience based on what guests actually need. The WiFi is rock solid (tested it thoroughly during a work call that couldn’t afford to drop), the beds hit that perfect firmness level that doesn’t leave you waking up sore, and the soundproofing is surprisingly good for a place that doesn’t make a big deal about it. I stayed during what seemed like a busy period, but the common areas never felt chaotic or overwhelming. The whole place has this calm energy that’s hard to fake – you either create that atmosphere intentionally or you don’t, and they clearly did. With a 9.7 rating, I guess I’m not the only one who noticed these details. It’s refreshing to find a hotel that doesn’t rely on flashy amenities to distract from basic hospitality done really, really well.

Hotels in Seoul offer visitors the opportunity to stay in the heart of this metropolitan hub, with easy access to world-class shopping, traditional markets, and vibrant nightlife districts.

StayPuzzle Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment6 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults
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Reviews of StayPuzzle

  • 家豪 from Taiwan (10/10)

    I think the best part is the cozy feeling of being at home and the cleanliness. Even though the accommodation is in a semi-basement, it doesn't affect the overall experience at all.

  • Manwoo from South Korea (9/10)

    주차가 편리했으며, 실내는 깨끗하고, 조용했으며, 가까운 곳에 다양한 종류의 음식점들이 있어 쉽게 식사를 해결할 수 있었어 좋았습니다.

  • Sarah from United States (10/10)

    널럴한 공간과 아늑하고 깔끔한 분위기의 숙소였어요! 반지하이긴해도 전혀 불편함 없었어요. 주위에 식당과 카페가 아주 많아요. 너무 좋았어요! 지하철도 가까이 있어서 교통이 편리했어요! 다시 온다면 반드시 이 숙소를 사용할거에요!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Love Museum: 3.7 km
  • Seonyudo Park: 4.9 km
  • World Cup Park: 1.9 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park: 3.3 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 4.3 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 4.1 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center: 2.1 km
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 3.6 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 4.9 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 2.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Starbucks: 600 m
  • Cafe/bar청춘호프: 100 m
  • Restaurant Primo Pasto: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Wau Park: 5 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 12 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 10 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 9 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 5 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 11 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 11 km
  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall: 7 km
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 5 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 10 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 42 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 42 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 42 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Susaek: 550 m
  • Train Jeungsan: 2 km
  • Train World Cup Stadium: 900 m
  • Metro Digital Media City: 700 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 10 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 49 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

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

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at StayPuzzle

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • 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:

10

Location:

9.2

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

9.2