B-1922, 19, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03157 Seoul, South Korea
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the glory house Overview

You know what caught me off guard about the glory house? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try to be something it’s not – and honestly, that’s exactly what made my stay there so comfortable. I mean, sure, it’s a 3-star spot, but there’s something refreshingly unpretentious about the whole experience that I actually found more relaxing than some of the fancier hotels I’ve stayed at.

The moment you walk into the lobby, you get this genuine sense that the staff actually cares about what they’re doing. Check-in was smooth – no unnecessary upselling or awkward small talk, just efficient service from people who seem to know their jobs well. The rooms are what I’d call thoughtfully basic: clean lines, decent beds (honestly better than I expected), and those little touches that show someone’s been paying attention. The shower pressure is solid, which, let’s be real, can make or break a hotel stay. I also appreciated that the walls are surprisingly well-insulated – you’re not going to hear every conversation from the hallway, which is more than I can say for a lot of places in this price range.

What really impressed me, though, was how the place feels during different times of day. Mornings have this calm energy – you can actually think while having your coffee in the lobby area. Evenings get a bit more lively but never chaotic, and the staff seems to strike this perfect balance between being helpful and not hovering around. The breakfast setup is simple but done right – fresh coffee, decent pastries, and they don’t try to overwhelm you with choices that half don’t taste good anyway. Parking was straightforward too, which saved me the headache of circling blocks looking for a spot. Look, I’m not saying this place will blow your mind or give you stories to tell for years, but sometimes you just want a hotel that does the fundamentals really well without any drama. The 7.8 rating makes total sense to me – it’s the kind of place where everything works like it should, the price feels fair, and you leave thinking “yeah, I’d definitely stay here again.” If you’re looking for somewhere reliable that won’t eat up half your travel budget, the glory house delivers exactly what it promises.

the glory house Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 double beds and 1 futon bed for 5 adults
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Reviews of the glory house

  • Noorbaya from Malaysia (9/10)

    Excellent In-room facilities for family travelling
    Good Location
    Cleanliness

  • Holger from Germany (8/10)

    Top Lage, Sauberkeit

  • Soohyeon from South Korea (1/10)

    위치는 서울 시내를 구경하기 아주 좋습니다.
    숙소도 깔끔하고 특별히 아쉬운 점은 없이 무난했습니다.
    주상 복합 건물이라 1층에 내려가기만 해도 편의점, 음식점 등 다양하게 있어 편리합니다.

  • Nicolas from France (8/10)

    Excellente localisation et hôte aussi prévenant que réactif.
    Clairement un bon plan à Séoul 🙂 !

  • Julia from Philippines (8/10)

  • Weiju from Taiwan (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Seoul Plaza: 700 m
  • Jongno Tower: 350 m
  • Cheonggyecheon: 600 m
  • Art Center Nabi: 200 m
  • Bosingak Pavilion: 350 m
  • Gwanghwamun Square: 700 m
  • Ilmin Museum of Art: 300 m
  • Beautiful Tea Museum: 700 m
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin: 300 m
  • Statue of King Sejong the Great: 550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Four B: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Caffe Bene: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Has Been There: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 11 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 4.1 km
  • Sejongno Park: 800 m
  • Hwangudan Altar: 850 m
  • Gwanghwamun Gate: 800 m
  • Grevin Seoul Museum: 700 m
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 1.5 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 1.3 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 2.5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 32 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 32 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 32 km

Public transport:

  • Train City Hall: 850 m
  • Train Seodaemun: 1.4 km
  • Metro Jonggak Station: 250 m
  • Metro Gwanghwamun Station: 500 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 18 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 57 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs KRW 6,000 per hour.:

  • Electric vehicle charging station
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House Rules at the glory house

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

8.0

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.5

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

7.9