5, Musumak 12-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seongdong-Gu, 04728 Seoul, South Korea
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The mellow Overview

You know what? The Mellow is one of those places that completely catches you off guard in the best way possible. I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to this 3-star spot, I wasn’t expecting much. The name had me thinking it might be trying too hard to be hip or something, but actually, it turned out to be pretty perfect. There’s this genuinely relaxed vibe that hits you the moment you step inside, and I mean that in a way that feels authentic rather than forced.

The thing that really got me was how the staff seemed to actually care about what they were doing. Check-in was smooth – none of that corporate robot stuff where they recite the same script to everyone. The front desk person (I think her name was Sarah?) actually asked about my trip and gave me some solid recommendations for dinner spots nearby that weren’t the usual tourist traps. And honestly, the rooms surprised me. Sure, it’s not luxury or anything, but everything felt thoughtfully put together. The bed was comfortable – like, actually comfortable, not just acceptable – and there were these little touches that showed someone was paying attention. Good lighting for reading, enough outlets where you need them, and the bathroom had decent water pressure, which you know is always a gamble at this price point.

What I really appreciated was how quiet it stayed, even though there seemed to be a decent amount of foot traffic. The walls aren’t paper-thin like some places I’ve stayed, and I never got woken up by slamming doors or people talking in the hallways at weird hours. The common areas have this lived-in feel that’s welcoming without being cluttered – there are a few couches where you can actually imagine hanging out with a book or your laptop, and they’ve got this coffee setup that’s available all day (decent coffee too, not the usual hotel swill). I ended up spending more time in the lobby than I expected, just because it felt comfortable. Look, with an 8.0 rating, you’re getting solid value here. It’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s going to do exactly what you need it to do, and probably a bit more. If you’re looking for something that feels personal without breaking the bank, The Mellow delivers on that promise without any of the usual small hotel quirks that can drive you crazy.

Apartments in Seoul provide travelers with authentic local experiences, allowing them to explore traditional Korean markets and experience daily life in modern residential neighborhoods.

The mellow Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Villa2 × 2 large double beds for 4 adults

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • D Museum: 2.2 km
  • Gwanghuimun: 2.1 km
  • Dongho bridge: 2.3 km
  • D Project Space: 2.6 km
  • Maebongsan Park: 1.4 km
  • Jangchungdan Park: 2.3 km
  • Statue of Yu Gwansun: 2.5 km
  • Jongienara Paper Art Museum: 2.1 km
  • Dongdaemun History Museum 1398: 2.3 km
  • Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: 2.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/barjbrown: 1.6 km
  • Cafe/bar Coffee Factory: 1.7 km
  • RestaurantSKY Jjok Galbi: 1.5 km

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 7 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 4.5 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Statue of Jeon Tae Il: 3.1 km
  • Yongsan Crafts Museum: 3.2 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 5 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 7 km
  • National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts: 3.2 km
  • Agalmatolite Reliquary from the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Biroam Hermitage of Donghwasa Temple, Daegu: 2.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 30 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 30 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 30 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Geumho: 850 m
  • Train Cheonggu: 1.4 km
  • Train Singeumho: 350 m
  • Metro Singeumho Station: 350 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 25 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 62 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Private entrance
  • Heating

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Great for your stay:

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Bath or shower

House Rules at The mellow

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00
  • 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.