Frequently asked questions
Which neighbourhood in Seoul is best to stay in?
Myeongdong is the most convenient for a first visit: shopping, street food, Namsan and airport buses. Jongno and Insadong are between the palaces and Bukchon Hanok Village. Hongdae and Sinchon have cafés, universities and the airport railroad. Itaewon and Gangnam are south of the centre.
Which are the best-rated places in this guide?
DADU House (9.6) in Myeongdong and Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae (9.5); then, at 9.1, Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul (2,224 reviews), 318 Stay (2,073), H HOSTEL Itaewon (1,820) and Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam.
What does the price per night include?
It is the lowest price of each month for 2 adults, per night, in Korean won (₩), as shown in each property’s calendar. Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul and Hotel Thomas Myeongdong serve a buffet breakfast; DADU House and H HOSTEL Itaewon also offer breakfast. If a property requires a minimum stay, it is shown below its price chart.
Are there places with a kitchen or for long stays?
Orakai Insadong Suites has apartments with a kitchen, 2 swimming pools and parking; 318 Stay, rooms with a kitchenette in Myeongdong. DADU House, Half rest hostel Jongno Insa and Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae have a shared kitchen.
Which ones are accessible for guests with reduced mobility?
According to their listings, 318 Stay, Hotel Thomas Myeongdong, Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae, Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam and HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL are adapted for guests with reduced mobility.
When is the best time to visit Seoul?
Spring (April and May) and autumn (September and October) have highs of 18 to 25 °C, good for exploring the city on foot. Summer is hot, and July and August are the rainiest months; winter is cold and dry. Each property’s card shows the price per night month by month.
How do I get there from Incheon Airport?
By the airport railroad (AREX) to Seoul Station or Hongik University, or by limousine bus, which stops near several properties in Myeongdong. Incheon is 50-61 km away; Gimpo, 11-23 km.