This is our list with cool, unusual and unique hotels near Gangnam-Gu, Seoul. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, apartments, villas, holiday homes, romantic hotels and boutique hotels. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Guest House.Creative. Great location. Popular among women. Seochon Guesthouse is set in the Jongno-gu district in Seoul, 600 metres from Gyeongbokgung Palace. The Korean-style rooms come with Ondol, Korean heated flooring, and futon mats. Certain units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room has a shared bathroom. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Dongwha Duty Free Shop is 600 metres from Seochon Guesthouse, while Lotte Duty Free Shop is 1.8 km away. Gimpo International Airport is 15 km from the property.Show full description
This guesthouse is a unique place to stay as it is situated in a traditional Korean house. The rooms have a distinct Korean style with heated floors. What sets it apart is the opportunity for guests to participate in cooking classes and discover traditional Korean cuisine.
Newly opened, December 2023. Situated conveniently in the Gangnam-Gu district of Seoul, HOTEL THE DESIGNERS LYJ SUITE YEOKSAM is situated 2.8 km from COEX Convention Centre, 2.9 km from Bongeunsa Temple and 8 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store. The property is around 8.9 km from Dongdaemun Market, 9 km from The National Museum of Korea and 9 km from Bangsan Market. At HOTEL THE DESIGNERS LYJ SUITE YEOKSAM all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street is 9.4 km from HOTEL THE DESIGNERS LYJ SUITE YEOKSAM, while Myeongdong Station is 10 km away. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.5 km from Gangnam Station. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The accommodation offers a business centre, free WiFi access and free private parking. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 24 km from the hotel.Show full description
Guest House.Creative. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women. Located within 2.6 km of Changgyeonggung Palace and 3.2 km of Dongdaemun Market in Seoul, Hanok Guesthouse Suni offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette including a microwave, fridge and kitchenware. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. A selection of options including warm dishes, pancakes and fruits is served for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can also relax in the garden. Changdeokgung Palace is 3.7 km from the guest house, while Gwangjang Market is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 23 km from Hanok Guesthouse Suni.Show full description
This traditional Korean guesthouse stands out for its unique features. It provides a relaxing atmosphere and is surrounded by beautiful surroundings. The comfortable rooms have heated floors, and there is a shared living/dining space for guests to enjoy.
Holiday Home.Newly opened, December 2023. Set in Seoul, 1.8 km from Jogyesa Temple and less than 1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace, NuileStay Seoul Premium Hanok offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 1.7 km from Dongwha Duty Free Shop. Myeongdong Station is 3.4 km away and Myeongdong Cathedral is 3.4 km from the holiday home. The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 3 bathrooms with an a bath or shower, a hair dryer and a washing machine. This holiday home is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Changdeokgung Palace is 2.4 km from the holiday home, while Jongmyo Shrine is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 18 km from NuileStay Seoul Premium Hanok.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great bar. Designed with a cinematic theme, Hotel28 Myeongdong is Korea's first hotel to be a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World Ltd. This boutique hotel is located in the centre of Myeongdong, a popular shopping area. Every floor displays film-inspired artworks. The property offers convenient facilities such as a rooftop garden, a restaurant, a library and a fitness centre.It also has a gallery featuring artwork by emerging local artists. All rooms are equipped with an air purifier, a flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms includes a free-standing bathtub, an electronic bidet, and free toiletries. Hotel28 Myeongdong is located within a 7-minute walk from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) and Euljiro 1-ga Station (Line 2). The hotel is about 3-minute walk away from Noon Square Mall and Myeongdong Art Theatre. Incheon International Airport is an hour's drive from the accommodation. There is an airport limousine bus stop, located 80 metres from the hotel.Show full description
Hotel28 Myeongdong is a trendy and stylish hotel in the heart of a bustling city. It has a unique cinema-themed concept with modern architecture. The hotel has a screening room, a gym, and a rooftop bar with breathtaking views.
Guest House.Hip. Popular among women. Offering city views, Foreign Female Only Gangnam Stay is an accommodation set in Seoul, 3.5 km from COEX Convention Centre and 4.2 km from Bongeunsa Temple. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.4 km from Gangnam Station. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. With a shared bathroom, units at the guest house also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace. The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store is 8.9 km from the guest house, while Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street is 9.2 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 24 km from Foreign Female Only Gangnam Stay.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest guest house in Seoul.
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant.Opened May 2021. Located in Seoul, 1.6 km from Gangnam Station, Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam features views of the city. Featuring a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. All units at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Cantonese and Chinese cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam offers an indoor pool. COEX Convention Centre is 2.7 km from the hotel, while Bongeunsa Temple is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 24 km from Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most elegant luxury hotel in Seoul.
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Offering city views, Urban Space Seolleung is an accommodation set in Seoul, 2.1 km from COEX Convention Centre and 2.3 km from Gangnam Station. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and slippers. The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store is 7.8 km from the apartment, while Dongdaemun Market is 8.7 km away. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from Bongeunsa Temple. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 24 km from Urban Space Seolleung.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, February 2024. Featuring city views, Apartment in Gangnam is situated in the Seocho-Gu district of Seoul, 3.8 km from Bongeunsa Temple and 4 km from COEX Convention Centre. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. All units at the apartment complex have air conditioning and a desk. The National Museum of Korea is 7.1 km from the apartment, while The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store is 7.2 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Gangnam Station is 1.2 km away. The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with shower and slippers. There is also a fridge, kitchenware and a kettle. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 22 km from Apartment in Gangnam.Show full description
Guest House.Delightful property. Great location. Set 800 metres from Changdeokgung Palace, Bukchonmaru Hanok Guesthouse offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. With city views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The guest house has family rooms. At the guest house, the units include a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and slippers, units at the guest house also have free WiFi. At the guest house, units are fitted with a seating area. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Jongmyo Shrine, Jogyesa Temple and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The nearest airport is Gimpo International, 20 km from Bukchonmaru Hanok Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This charming traditional house in Seoul's picturesque Bukchon neighborhood provides a unique experience of staying in a traditional Korean hanok. The hosts are welcoming, offering comfortable rooms and delicious traditional meals.
Villa. Offering mountain views, Luxury hanok with private bathtub - Hyeonhyeonjae is an accommodation located in Seoul, 1.2 km from Changdeokgung Palace and 1.2 km from Jogyesa Temple. It is set 1.4 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace and provides full-day security. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking villa features a hot tub. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and slippers. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Jongmyo Shrine is 1.8 km from the villa, while Dongwha Duty Free Shop is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 19 km from Luxury hanok with private bathtub - Hyeonhyeonjae.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Situated in Seoul, 2.6 km from Bongeunsa Temple and 2.8 km from COEX Convention Centre, Urban Space Sinnonhyeon offers air conditioning. The property is around 6.9 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store, 7.8 km from Dongdaemun Market and 8 km from Bangsan Market. The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Gwangjang Market is 8.1 km from the apartment, while The National Museum of Korea is 8.4 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Gangnam Station is 1.8 km away. A flat-screen TV is available. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 23 km from Urban Space Sinnonhyeon.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Charming. Superb interior design. Residence Unicorn offers cosy studio-type rooms with a private kitchen and free WiFi, within a 15-minute walk from Sinseoldong (Line 1 and 2) and Dongmyo (Line 1 and 6) subway stations. It provides express check-in/out and a tour desk, and an ATM is on site. Featuring wooden flooring, rooms come with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with a stovetop and a microwave for self-catering. All rooms also have a washing machine, a private bathroom and an international adapter. Selected rooms feature a swing sofa or Hello Kitty amenities. Unicorn Residence offers laundry and ironing services, and ticketing service is also available. Free parking is available, and staff can help to arrange a car rental. Residence Unicorn is only a minute's walk from a supermarket, and within a minutes' walk of local restaurants. The lively Dongdaemun shopping area is 1.5 km away to the west. The property offers free shuttle to and from Dongmyo Subway Station upon prior reservation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most charming and well designed apartment hotel in Seoul. It also has great affordability!
Guest House.Very stylish. Great views. Popular among women. Puzzlestay House is 1.6 km away from the nearest hiking trails of Bukhansan Mountain. This guesthouse is 520 metres away from Bukhansan Bogungmun Station (Ui-Sinseol Lightrail Line). Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. All rooms have air conditioning and are fitted with a desk, closet and safety deposit box. Bathrooms provide a hairdryer and free toiletries. Certain rooms offer views of the garden. This guesthouse provides free luggage storage and a shared lounge area. Puzzlestay House serves simple breakfast including coffee and bread which can be enjoyed in the garden or the dining room. Jeongneung Royal Tomb is a 10-minute drive away, while Gimpo International Airport is a 40-minute drive west.Show full description
I think this is one of the most STYLISH guest houses in Seoul.
Villa. Situated in Seoul, 2.8 km from Namdaemun Market and 3 km from Seoul Station, Newly renovated hidden gem features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. This recently renovated villa is located 3.4 km from Myeongdong Station and 3.7 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.9 km from Myeongdong Cathedral. The villa features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Guests can also relax in the garden. Dongwha Duty Free Shop is 4.2 km from the villa, while Jogyesa Temple is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gimpo International, 19 km from Newly renovated hidden gem, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Great views. In the Yongsan-Gu district of Seoul, close to Seoul Station, Photo Park Guesthouse has a garden and a washing machine. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Opening to a terrace with mountain, garden or city views, all units are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge. Every unit is fitted with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while certain rooms have a balcony and some have inner courtyard views. All units at the guest house have air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests can take advantage of the property's barbecue facilities, saving a trip to the supermarket by requesting grocery delivery. A car rental service is available at the guest house, while walking tours can be enjoyed nearby. Namdaemun Market is 2.6 km from Photo Park Guesthouse, while Myeongdong Station is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 19 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be one of the most LIVELY guest houses in Seoul. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. Located in Seoul, 2.7 km from Gangnam Station and 5 km from COEX Convention Centre, Yangjae Promenade, park,cafe street&Relaxation offers air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. This apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bidet. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 26 km from the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from Bongeunsa Temple. For guests with children, Yangjae Promenade, park,cafe street&Relaxation provides outdoor play equipment. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation. Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street is 9 km from Yangjae Promenade, park,cafe street&Relaxation, while Garden 5 is 10 km away.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Newly opened, November 2023. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Zizel Raonjae 2 is located in Seoul. It is situated 2.2 km from Gangnam Station and offers a lift. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom aparthotel provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge. Towels and bed linen are provided in the aparthotel. There is private parking and the property features an electric vehicle charging station. The accommodation is non-smoking. The family-friendly restaurant at the aparthotel serves Italian cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. COEX Convention Centre is 5.6 km from Zizel Raonjae 2, while Bongeunsa Temple is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International, 22 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Villa.Newly opened, December 2023. Located within 2.9 km of Gangnam Station and 5 km of Bongeunsa Temple in Seoul, Deluxe room provides accommodation with a kitchen. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Myeongdong Station is 6.2 km away and The National Museum of Korea is 6.4 km from the villa. Featuring free WiFi, the units have a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. All units are complete with a private bathroom and air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a balcony. COEX Convention Centre is 5.2 km from the villa, while The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store is 5.7 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 23 km from Deluxe room.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, October 2023. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, garden view and a balcony, The Raum Penthouse, Konkuk Univ Station is set in Seoul. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free apartment features a hot spring bath. The spacious apartment with a terrace and river views has 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Bongeunsa Temple is 4 km from the apartment, while COEX Convention Centre is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 28 km from The Raum Penthouse, Konkuk Univ Station.Show full description
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