17-10, Sillim-ro 48-gil, Gwanak-gu, Gwanak-Gu, 08781 Seoul, South Korea
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The Pastel Overview

You know what really caught me off guard about The Pastel? The name actually makes perfect sense once you walk through the front doors. I mean, I was expecting something maybe a bit too cute or Instagram-trendy, but honestly, whoever designed this place understood that soft colors can be sophisticated without being boring. The lobby has these gorgeous sage green walls with dusty pink accents that somehow manage to feel both calming and energizing at the same time – if that makes any sense.

What I really appreciated about this 3-star gem is that they seem to get the basics right without trying too hard to be something they’re not. The staff genuinely knows their stuff, and I’m talking about real recommendations, not just the touristy spots everyone mentions. When I asked about breakfast places nearby, the front desk guy actually said “well, depends what you’re in the mood for” and then gave me three completely different options that were all spot-on. The rooms are clean and thoughtfully laid out – nothing fancy, but you can tell someone actually considered how people use hotel spaces. The shower pressure is solid (always my litmus test), and the beds are that perfect firmness where you don’t wake up feeling like you slept on concrete or quicksand.

Here’s the thing that really sold me on The Pastel though – it’s got this relaxed confidence that you don’t always find in mid-range hotels. They’re not trying to convince you they’re luxury, but they’re also not cutting corners in ways that actually matter. The common areas stay tidy without feeling sterile, there’s decent WiFi throughout (I was working from the lobby one morning and had zero issues), and honestly, the whole vibe just works. I stayed during what seemed like a pretty busy period, and while you could hear some hallway chatter in the evenings, it never felt chaotic or poorly managed. Plus – and this might sound weird – but the place actually smells good, like they use quality cleaning products instead of that harsh chemical stuff that makes your eyes water. It’s those little details that make you realize a place takes pride in what they’re doing, even if they’re not charging five-star prices.

The Pastel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 large double beds, 1 sofa bed and 1 futon bed for 6 adults
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Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • 63 Building: 6 km
  • Nakseongdae: 3.4 km
  • Yeouido Park: 7 km
  • Dongjak Bridge: 7 km
  • Yeongdeungpo Park: 5 km
  • Yeouido Hangang Park: 6 km
  • Geumcheon Waterfall Park: 5 km
  • Gwanaksan Park Outdoor Botanical Garden: 3.1 km
  • Seoul National University Museum of Art: 2.6 km
  • The Korean Christian Museum at Soongsil University: 3.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Pascucci: 1.9 km
  • Cafe/bar Starbucks: 2 km
  • Cafe/bar포말커피: 1.1 km

Top attractions:

  • Mapo Bridge: 8 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 13 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 11 km
  • Yongsan Family Park: 8 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 14 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 14 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 15 km
  • KBS On Broadcasting Museum: 7 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 11 km

Ski lifts:

  • Zeta Lift: 47 km
  • Hanui Lift: 47 km
  • Whistle Lift: 47 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Sillim: 750 m
  • Train Seorim: 1.3 km
  • Train Seowon: 250 m
  • Metro Bongcheon: 1.3 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 15 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 54 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Cleaning services:

  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at The Pastel

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 12:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

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.