A regular question in our group is to ask for help to find the best traditional hanok guesthouse stay while visiting South Korea. You may not realise that in Seoul itself there are several hanok villages where a hanok stay is available. This accommodation is centrally located to enable easy access to the major tourist attractions in Seoul.
Here are our top picks to help you find a place you will love! Please be aware that traditional Korean hotel accommodation means that you will sleep on futon mats on the floor. If you are not used to sleeping on a futon, be aware that you may find it to be too thin – in this case you may want to request an additional futon to enable you to have a more comfortable sleeping experience.
Where to Stay in Seoul
Seoul is a large city with many different districts with different vibes. if you are looking for a traditional Korean Hanok stay in Seoul then the best area to stay is in the area of Jongno-gu – in the centre of the palace district and located on the northern side of downtown Seoul! I have put together a map below which shows the major attractions in that area in red.
Best Hanok Stay in Seoul
To see more details about my recommended Korean hanok stay options see below for details and to make your booking through AirBnB or Booking.com. This list includes pricing options from cheaper hanok hotel rooms through to the more expensive stunning hanok holiday houses. As a result you can have either a cheaper hanok stay in Seoul through to a more luxurious experience!
STAY256 Hanok Guesthouse
The STAY256 Hanok Guesthouse is located in is located in Jongno-gu, on the western side of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The guesthouse has excellent reviews and is located within a short walk to a train station.
Accommodation options include:
- My pick! A gorgeous Korean style hanok guesthouse with either private or shared bathrooms and air conditioning. There is also a stunning shared courtyard, small kitchen and lounge/dining area with TV. Free wifi is also available.
- Traditional Korean style Single, Double, Triple and Quadruple rooms with either private or shared bathrooms which can sleep up to four people.
Click here to check out the latest pricing and to make your booking through an AirBnB Superhost!
Namhyeondang Hanok Guesthouse
The Namhyeondang Hanok Guesthouse is located in is located in Jongno-gu, on the western side of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The guesthouse has excellent reviews and is located within a 5-minute walk from Jongno 3-ga Subway Station (Lines 1 and 3).
Accommodation options include:
- A traditional Korean style hanok guesthouse with either private or shared bathrooms and air conditioning. There is also a shared kitchen, free bikes, wifi and luggage storage.
- Korean style Family room with private bathroom which can sleep up to four people
- Korean style Double Room with shared bathroom which can sleep up to four people
Click here to check out the latest pricing and to make your booking through Booking.com
Hanok Mon Oncle à Séoul
The Hanok Mon Oncle à Séoul is a newly constructed hanok style house located in Jongno-gu, on the western side of Gyeongbokgung Palace. This home has excellent reviews and is located within a short walk to a train station.
This accommodation is the entire home, so you will have a great hanok style experience in private. Up to 8 guests can be accommodated in this home, with three bedrooms. So it is a great option for a family or larger group.
There is a fully equipped kitchen, free wifi, washer and dryer, bathroom amenities, board games and more! Breakfast is also available for an additional fee.
Click here to check out the latest pricing and to make your booking through an AirBnB Superhost!
Cheongchunjae Hanok Home
The Cheongchunjae Hanok Home is a recently constructed hanok style house located in Jongno-gu, on the western side of Gyeongbokgung Palace. This home has excellent reviews and is located within a short walk to a train station.
This accommodation is the entire home, so you will have a great hanok style experience in private. Up to 4 guests can be accommodated in this home, with two bedrooms. So it is a great option for a family or smaller group.
There is a small kitchen, living room, tiny garden and lovely elevated patio. Also included are a washer and dryer, air conditioning, free street parking and bathroom amenities.
Click here to check out the latest pricing and to make your booking through an AirBnB Superhost!
Things to do around Jongno-gu in Seoul
To get an idea of things to do in and around Jongno-gu in Seoul, check out the below AirBnB experiences map. Options range from guided tours to cultural, craft and special interest activities. Click on each box below to see what experience is on offer (you will stay on this page to easily explore an overview of each option)!
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