

Zest Homes Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Zest Homes, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 4-star property with such a simple name. But you know what? Sometimes the places that don’t try too hard with fancy marketing are exactly the ones that surprise you, and this spot absolutely delivers on that front.
What really struck me right away was how they’ve managed to nail that sweet spot between boutique charm and practical comfort. The rooms have this fresh, uncluttered vibe – not sterile like some chain hotels, but actually thoughtful. I mean, they’ve got these little touches that make you think someone who actually travels designed the space. The lighting is spot-on (no harsh overhead fluorescents that make you look dead), and honestly, the beds are ridiculously comfortable. I’m talking about the kind of sleep where you wake up confused about what day it is. The housekeeping is meticulous too – everything always felt properly clean, not just surface-level tidy.
The staff here really gets it, which isn’t something you can say about every place. Check-in was smooth without being overly formal, and they actually seem to know their neighborhood well enough to give you real recommendations, not just the tourist trap suggestions you get handed everywhere else. The common areas have this relaxed energy where you might actually want to hang out – good wifi, comfortable seating that doesn’t look like it came from a catalog, and they keep the temperature reasonable year-round. Parking situation is pretty straightforward, which anyone who’s circled blocks looking for a spot will appreciate. I stayed during what seemed like a busy period and never felt like the place was overwhelmed or chaotic – they handle volume well without losing that personal touch. The only minor thing I’d mention is that if you’re someone who needs absolute silence, the walls aren’t paper-thin but you might catch occasional hallway conversations. Nothing disruptive, just worth noting if you’re a super light sleeper. What really sealed the deal for me was this perfect 10 rating they’ve earned – and after spending time there, I completely understand why guests keep rating it so highly. It’s one of those places that just works without trying to impress you with unnecessary bells and whistles.
Zest Homes Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults |
Two-Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults |
Two-Bedroom Family Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults |
Two-Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults |
Two-Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults |
Two-Bedroom Apartment with View | 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults |
Room #1262401308 | 4 × 1 large double bed and 2 × 2 large double beds for 8 adults |


Reviews of Zest Homes
Daniel from South Korea (10/10)
Clean, cozy room. Perfect location. Strongly recommend!
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Seoul Plaza: 550 m
- Hwangudan Altar: 550 m
- Deoksugung Palace: 750 m
- Dokdo Museum Seoul: 900 m
- 3 D Black Art Museum: 850 m
- Grevin Seoul Museum: 750 m
- Seoul Museum of Art: 700 m
- Bank of Korea Money Museum: 300 m
- Korea Postage Stamp Museum: 450 m
- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung: 800 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Café Fine: 100 m
- Restaurant Aesung Hoigwan: 250 m
- Restaurant Hanyang Jumulleok / Bukchang Memil Makguksu: 200 m
Top attractions:
- COEX Aquarium: 11 km
- N Seoul Tower: 2.9 km
- Seosomun Park: 1 km
- Changdeokgung Palace: 2.6 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 2.1 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 3.8 km
- Culture Station Seoul 284: 950 m
- The National Museum of Korea: 6 km
- Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum: 950 m
- T.um – SK Telecom Ubiquitous Museum: 1.2 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 1.3 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 33 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 33 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 33 km
Public transport:
- Train City Hall: 550 m
- Train Seoul Station: 1.2 km
- Metro Hoehyeon Station: 600 m
- Metro City Hall Station: 600 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
- Incheon International Airport: 57 km
Facilities
Bathroom:
- Private bathroom
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken:
- English
- Korean
Cleaning services:
- Laundry
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
- Lift


House Rules at Zest Homes
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.
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