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Home in Seoul
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

[Sowoldam] Buchon Hanok Village - Enjoy a private rest in a private accommodation with Hinokitang!

'Sowoldam' is a hanok accommodation with Seoul City-Hanok experience business officially designated and can be used by both Koreans and foreigners.☺️ You can heal while looking at the open yard from the hinoki (cypress bathtub). Enjoy a dip in the pool and a private rest while watching the sunlight during the day and the stars in the evening sky! You can visit tourist attractions such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun, Ikseon-dong, and Euljiro on foot ☺️ [Amount Information] ✅ This is the price for 2 people. ✅ When adding 1 person: 50,000 KRW (maximum 6 people) [🛏️ Bedroom 1 - Standard Room] ✅ When booking for 2 people as standard, 1 room will be provided. [🛏️ Bedroom 2 - Additional Room] ✅ Provided for reservations of 3 or more people. ✅ If you would like to use 2 bedrooms even though you are booking for 2 people, please request in advance. (50,000 KRW) ✅ If the number of visitors exceeds the number of people in the reservation, you will be asked to leave without a refund🙏 [Early Check-in/Rate Check-out] ✅ 20,000 KRW per hour (maximum 2 hours)

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Home in Seoul
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

[Sowoljeong] Check-out at 1 pm - Enjoy relaxation and privacy in a Hanok in the northern village with Hinokitang!

'Sowoljeong' is an officially designated Hanok accommodation by the Seoul City Hanok Experience Project, and is available to both Koreans and foreigners.☺️ You can heal while looking at the open yard in Hinoki (Cypress bath). Enjoy a half-bath while looking at the sunlight of the day and the stars in the evening sky! You can bookstay in a private Sowoljeong, leave your familiar workplace for a workation, or focus on your time with yourself or your loved ones without doing anything:) #There are hot places such as the London Bagel Museum and #Artist Bakery, and you can walk to tourist attractions such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Ikseon-dong, and Euljiro ☺️ [Base price is for 2 people] * Additional person: 70,000 KRW (up to 4 people/2 people recommended) * Additional bedding is provided for reservations of 3 or more people. [Early check-in / Late check-out] * 20,000 KRW per hour (up to 1 hour) * If there are more visitors than the number of reservations, the room will be vacated without refund🙏

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A cozy living area is displayed with a brick fireplace, accompanied by ambient lighting from decorative string lights. A small Christmas tree adds a festive touch, while a wooden desk and comfortable seating create a welcoming atmosphere.
Cottage in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 652 reviews

Udam: Healing in a country house overlooking the secret garden of the palace in downtown Seoul!

Entire space on the 1st and 2nd floors, available for 2-8 people, 2 bedrooms (2 queen beds), 2 large living rooms (2 queen sofa beds), 2 bathrooms, 1 kitchen (fully equipped with cooking utensils), 12-seat large walnut dining table (4m), board games, Nintendo Switch games available Kitchen-Electric rice cooker, microwave, induction, ice water purifier, coffee machine (espresso machine), cooking utensils and seasonings, tableware utensils, wine glasses, and fridge The most beautiful accommodation in downtown Seoul with a palace as a backdrop. You can enjoy healing while overlooking the undisclosed Changdeokgung Palace Garden Secret Garden area, and both the subway station and public transportation are close, so there are plenty of travel conveniences. The manager lives 10 minutes away, so he can respond to your needs at any time. **There is no parking space, but public parking is a 5-minute walk away.

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The spacious living area features wooden beams and a warm wooden floor. Large glass doors open to the outdoor patio, allowing natural light to fill the room. Comfortable seating arrangements are visible, creating an inviting space for relaxation and conversation.
Home in Seoul
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Heritage Classic/Entire Hanok/Classic House Bukchon Heritage

🏆Master piece of Hanok/Entire hanok, perfect privacy! 🏆Seoul Best Stay Award/2024 Excellent Seoul Stay The 📌Classic House Bukchon consists of two Hanoks, Heritage and Retreat. The two hanoks are separated by different gates and walls, ensuring complete privacy. 🏡Classic house Heritage Room 3, Toilet 3, Spacious living room (Daecheongmaru), Beautiful kitchen, and a large yard with a beautiful pine tree, it consists of a tea room connected to the large jade jade. “Healing Room” where you can meditate while stepping on a pebble, “Color Room” where you can experience Korean colors in pastel, As a “Room of Thought” with a clothes hanger and a work desk, it is a rare structure of hanok with a beautiful bathroom with a Dyson hair air lap in every room, and double windows that are warm in winter and cool in summer, making it a suitable accommodation for large families or group trips.

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The exterior features traditional hanok architecture, showcasing wooden beams and intricate latticework. A central courtyard is surrounded by warm lighting that highlights the wooden doors and windows. Lush greenery provides a natural frame, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere of this unique space.
Place to stay in Jongno-gu
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 319 reviews

Winner of 2024 Seoul Best Stay & Seoul Best Hanok

- 1929년 지어져, 3년 전 리노베이션 한 96년된 전통 한옥입니다. 한옥의 100년을 시각적으로 표현하고자 다양한 시대를 대표하는 동서양의 디자인 가구들로 채워 놓았고, 오래 전부터 이 집에 있던 고재와 부속품을 최대한 살려서 복원하였습니다. - 역사와 전통의 중심지. 유명 관광지 도보 여행 가능 - 24시간 편의점과 공항버스 정류장까지 도보 5분 이내, 지하철역까지 도보 5분 거리. - 숙소 바로 옆에 서울의 레스토랑/카페/쇼핑 상점이 수백개 있습니다. - 수하물 보관/공항 픽업 가능. - 초고속 인터넷 와이파이, 유튜브 / 넷플릭스 프리미엄 시청 가능 - 조용하고 편안한 분위기 : 서울의 중심부에 위치해 있지만, 한옥 안에 들어오면 마치 시간 여행을 온 듯 놀랍도록 조용하고 고즈넉한 분위기에 놀랄 거예요. - 각 공간의 매력을 천천히 즐기시면서, 나와 소중한 사람들의 좋은 추억을 만드시고 잠시나마 몸과 마음의 피로를 회복하는 시간 되시길 진심으로 바랍니다.

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An outdoor area is highlighted by a serene jacuzzi, surrounded by carefully arranged stones and greenery. The traditional wooden structure features ornate detailing, while soft ambient lighting enhances the tranquil atmosphere. A seating bench invites relaxation in this private space.
Home in Jongno-gu
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

[New] Signature_Classic/Gyeongbokgung Station/Entire Hanok

Gotaek (고택) means an old hanok, typically over 100 years old, The Classic-Goteak Seochon chosen by world-renowned artist Nicolas Party for a 6-week, and Filming locationn for famous Korean movie [Architecture 101]. A private luxury Hanok hotel with an outdoor jacuzzi, exclusively for one group, in the heart of Seoul. A stunning architectural gem preserving the charm of traditional Hanok while blending modern sophistication. Its rare loft-style design features state-of-the-art amenities

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Villa in Jongno-gu
5 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

[AI Living Stay] Seoul Hanok near Gyeongbokgung

[Where hesitation is welcomed] Buam-dong, behind Gyeongbokgung. Seoul's quietest village. One private hanok on the land of Prince Anpyeong of Joseon. Built the hanok way; comfort learned from hotels. · Entire house · 3BR · 2BA · up to 6 · Courtyard · free parking · self check-in · Crib · high chair 🏅 Quietly proven · Seoul Stay Award, 3 years · Korea B&B Awards, No.1 Seoul · Archiworld's featured hanok · 5.0 · Guest Favorite, top 1% Yet the word guests leave most is "hospitality."

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Home in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews

Gowoon Anchae | Anguk Bukchon Hanok | View · Bath

🌳 Gowoon Anchae is a private hanok designed for sharing unforgettable moments together. Nestled on a quiet hillside in Bukchon Gahoe-dong, it offers panoramic views of Inwangsan Mountain, traditional hanok rooftops, and the Seoul skyline through a wide picture window. Featuring a living pine tree, warm wooden interiors, a spacious dining table, and a private courtyard, Anchae is the perfect place for families and friends to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the timeless beauty of Seoul.

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An inviting outdoor space features a natural stone jacuzzi surrounded by decorative plants. The adjacent room showcases large windows allowing natural light, creating a serene atmosphere. Soft lighting highlights the wooden architectural details, enhancing the calmness of the environment.
Home in Seoul
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Premium Hanok #outdoor bathtub#Free parking

Hello. This is Hanok Stay [Heewa], a space where joy [喜] can come to everyone who visits here. Stay Heewa is a private hanok for only one team per day, and it is a private space where you can use the private house and large outdoor bathtub. Stay Heewa is located in the center of Seoul, ‘Jongno’. We hope that your stay here will be filled with joy, where you can enjoy Naksan Park along the Hanyangdoseong Circular Road and Hyehwa Station Daehak-ro, the mecca of young people’s art.

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A tranquil courtyard is surrounded by traditional wooden structures. Soft lighting highlights the stone pathway leading through the space, with greenery adding a natural element. The harmonious design reflects the authentic atmosphere of a traditional hanok.
Home in Seoul
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Full moon hanok(Premium stay, Open sale)

Experience the charm of traditional Korea at our beautifully restored Hanok. ‘Full Moon Hanok' blends over a century of rich Korean Hanok history with modern interior design, offering you a comfortable and unique stay in the heart of Bukchon Hanok Village. this private place offers the entire house exclusively for you.Full-Moon Hanok is conveniently located near the subway station (8min away from Anguk station)so you can easily go to almost all major tourist attractions in Seoul.

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An outdoor area of a traditional Hanok features stone stepping stones leading through a landscaped garden with subtle lighting. Wooden doors and a slatted screen provide a blend of privacy and openness, creating a serene transition between spaces as night descends.
Home in Seoul
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 98 reviews

A hanok with a panoramic view, Moonlight Hill

Moonlight Hill is a hanok retreat nestled in Bukchon, offering stunning views of Bukak and Inwang Mountains. Perched on a hillside, it provides a peaceful escape with a panoramic view of the village below. The annex hot tub is available year-round, offering guests a serene and relaxing soak. Here, tradition and nature exist in perfect harmony—experience a calm, beautiful day in the heart of the city. **There are steep stairs on the entrance of the entrance of the gate**

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Light filters through wooden lattice doors, illuminating a wooden floor in a spacious room. A cozy bed is positioned out of sight, and a serene courtyard is visible through the glass-paneled doors, adding a touch of tranquility.
Home in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 768 reviews

Central Seoul/HanokStay/Traditiona Village/Palaces

My place is located in a place overlooking the view of Bukchon. It is a private hanok that only up to four people can enter and does not share with other guests. In the yard, there is an outdoor Jacuzzi that reinterprets the Hanok Sarangbang in a modern way. Feel the beauty of Seoul hidden in the hanok yard where you can see the sky. -Jacuzzi is available from April 1st to October 31st because of the weather condition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is Gwanghwamun Gate located?

    Gwanghwamun Gate stands at the main entrance to Gyeongbokgung Palace, within the central district of Seoul. It is surrounded by government buildings, cultural sites, and bustling city life.

  • When is the best time to visit Gwanghwamun Gate?

    Late spring and autumn are frequently suggested for visiting Gwanghwamun Gate, as temperatures are milder and skies tend to be clearer. Winter has brisk air but fewer crowds and distinctive snowy scenery.

  • How old is Gwanghwamun Gate?

    Gwanghwamun Gate dates to the fourteenth century, though it has seen multiple reconstructions due to historical events. The current structure represents traditional Joseon-era architecture as restored over recent decades.

  • Why was Gwanghwamun Gate built?

    Gwanghwamun Gate was constructed as the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, symbolizing authority and dignity in Seoul. It served as a royal gateway and an important point for official ceremonies.

  • What are some things to do near Gwanghwamun Gate?

    Around Gwanghwamun Gate, you can explore Gyeongbokgung Palace, discover art at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, or stroll along the Cheonggyecheon stream. Traditional tea houses and government squares invite deeper cultural experiences.

  • How is the weather near Gwanghwamun Gate?

    Gwanghwamun Gate experiences cold winters around 22–41°F (-6–5°C) with light snow, and warm, humid summers reaching 86°F (30°C) and frequent rain. Spring and fall are often suggested for comfortable weather and gentler breezes.

  • How was Gwanghwamun Gate built?

    Artisans constructed Gwanghwamun Gate using traditional wooden framing and stone foundations, reflecting Joseon Dynasty methods. Major reconstructions incorporated both historic craftsmanship and modern restoration techniques.

  • What is the history of Gwanghwamun Gate?

    Gwanghwamun Gate has a layered history as the principal entryway to Gyeongbokgung Palace, enduring significant damage during wars and colonial periods. Extensive restorations have preserved its symbolic presence at the heart of Seoul.