6, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seocho-Gu, 06524 Seoul, South Korea
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The Riverside Hotel Overview

You know what, The Riverside Hotel is one of those places that surprises you in ways you don’t expect. I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to it, I wasn’t blown away by the exterior. It’s got that straightforward, no-nonsense look of a solid 3-star property, but honestly? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

The thing that really got me was stepping inside and realizing how much effort they’ve put into the details that actually matter. The lobby has this warm, lived-in feeling – not like they’re trying too hard to impress you, but more like someone’s comfortable home that happens to welcome guests. The staff behind the front desk actually seemed to know what they were talking about when I asked about local spots, which is rarer than you’d think these days. I mean, sure, the rating sits at 5.7, and I get why – this isn’t going to be anyone’s luxury getaway. But here’s what I noticed: my room was genuinely clean (I’m talking about checking behind the curtains and under the bed clean), the water pressure in the shower was fantastic, and the bed was way more comfortable than I expected. Sometimes you stay at places that look great in photos but then you’re lying awake on a mattress that feels like it’s made of cardboard – not the case here.

What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night. You know how some hotels feel like you’re sleeping next to a highway even when you’re not? The Riverside actually lives up to its name in that sense – there’s something about being near the water that just makes everything feel more peaceful. I found myself opening the window just to catch that subtle sound of water moving, especially in the early morning hours. The neighborhood itself has character too – it’s not touristy in that overwhelming way, but there’s enough going on that you can grab coffee or a decent meal without having to trek across town. I actually discovered this little bakery just a few blocks away that locals clearly frequent, the kind of place where they know your order after two visits. Look, I’m not going to pretend this is some hidden gem that’ll change your life, but it does what it promises without any drama or disappointments. If you’re looking for a place where you can actually relax, get a good night’s sleep, and feel like you’re staying somewhere with a bit of soul rather than some cookie-cutter chain, The Riverside delivers on that front. Plus, honestly, in today’s world where hotel prices seem to climb higher every month, finding a spot that gives you genuine value without cutting corners on the basics – that’s worth something.

The Riverside Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Superior Double Room with City View1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Double Room with City View1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Triple Room3 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
Superior Twin Room with City View2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Double or Twin Room – No Window2 single beds and 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Double Room with Lake View1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Twin Room with Lake View2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Double Room with Lake View1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of The Riverside Hotel

  • Salome from Georgia (9/10)

    Best location, very nice stuff❤️

  • Eunsoo from South Korea (6/10)

    Location is superb.

  • Carter from United States (7/10)

    Ok

  • Yoosun from United States (6/10)

    Friendly staff. Good location. Great value

  • Jonathan from Singapore (7/10)

    Basics for what you would expect from a 3-star hotel is there.

  • Yang from Taiwan (7/10)

    The location

  • Coty from United States (6/10)

    •The bed was comfortable
    •The view was nice
    •The price of our stay wasn’t bad
    •The room service workers were always polite and understanding.

  • Sandra from Japan (5/10)

    The location is really nice. No one really bothered us there, bed was really comfortable.

  • Jasmine889 from Taiwan (7/10)

    I like its seat because I used the metro and its seat isn't so far with the metro. Moreover, the front staffs could use English language to connect. I think it is better.
    However, I didn't know the culture of Korea. Did they like to hold weddings in August? I met about 10 or 9 weddings during this weekend. It is interesting for me.

  • Sergey from South Korea (7/10)

    Location was good at Sinsa dong.
    The MEDI SPA was relaxing.

Facilities

General:

  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Wellness:

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Spa facilities
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Indoor swimming pool Additional charge:

  • Open all year
  • Adult only
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House Rules at The Riverside Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00

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:

7.2

Comfort:

6.5

Location:

8.1

Free WiFi:

6.3

Facilities:

5.9

Cleanliness:

6.1

Value for money:

6.7