Name: Rakkojae Seoul
Address: 218 Gahoe-dong Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, Seoul, 03056, South Korea
Rating: 9

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All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

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City Hall

Seoul

Sinseol-dong

Jongno

Changdeok Palace

Ssamji-gil

Gyeongbok Palace

Gwanghwamun

Gwangjang Traditional Market

Deoksugung Palace

Namdaemun Market

N Seoul Tower

War Memorial of Korea

National Museum of Korea

Lotte World

Seoul Grand Park

Gimpo International Airport

Incheon International Airport

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A beautiful tranquil hanok in Bukchon Hanok Village. Very kind, responsive and accommodating staff.  Loved the amenities and breakfast delivered to my room. Close to a number of cafes and restaurants yet very peaceful. Such a unique experience, especially for a Westerner first time in Seoul.

A Lovely Place!

We stayed for three nights and loved the experience of being in a traditional Korean house. We were slightly concerned before arriving that we might find the beds too hard and would have difficulty sleeping. Once we tried them we realised this was not a problem at all - it seems there are specially-designed foam layers underneath the traditional mats. You do need to be able to get down to floor level and back up again. For us, this was not a problem and we slept very well every night. The place is really peaceful and the service on arriving and for meals was of an exceptionally high standard. We ordered traditional Korean food for breakfast and dinner (two nights only) and it was always delicious. 

This was all perfect for us, but it might be the wrong choice for some people. You have to remove shoes while inside, which can be uncomfortable if you are used to orthotic support. The furnishings are traditional and therefore not as plush as a regular hotel. The buildings are raised and the steps up and down are steep (as they are in all old areas of Seoul). A few concessions were made for the modern traveller - coffee machine with extra pods on request, small TV hidden in the cupboard, face masks, modern bathroom - all of which we appreciated (though did not use the TV). 

On the whole, this is a most interesting traditional experience, much more than a hotel, and the staff were wonderful and extremely helpful. Our only regret about staying here is that we were out seeing the sights every day and did not have more time in the quiet and beautiful environment, and did not take advantage of the sauna and other options available on site.

Excellent Service, Beautiful Small Hotel

Really happy with my stay here! would definitely be back, such a pretty traditional place and you can take really nice photos as they provide you hanbok to wear as well. The staffs were really polite and provided top notch service. Place is really clean and food is really yummy too. Thanks for making my stay memorable (:

Perfect stay at Rakkojae!

I stayed for 2 nights and also signed up for the cultural tour to Andong. Rakkojae Seoul is very beautiful and I loved the view. Breakfast was delicious with generous portions. I ordered bbq beef ribs for dinner. It was tender and very yummy! I saw Mr Kim cooking the beef for hours. As for the cultural tour, it was an eye-opener. Mr Kim led the tour and took my daughter and me to UNESCO sites. We had a memorable time! :)

Excellent Stay and Cultural Tour

Our two honeymoon nights at Rakkojae were just perfect. We warmly thank all the guesthouse staff for making our short stay in the patio room so terrific. The bathroom was trendy, clean and convenient. The beds were very comfortable. The collective mud sauna was a great plus for our rainy arrival. Both the continental and korean breakfasts were refined and delicious. The place in itself is a gem and very well-located in the Bukchon district. And we were strongly moved by the hearty welcome, the kind congratulations on our wedding and the lovely gifts for that special occasion. We highly recommend this human and traditional experience! 

Wonderful stay in Rakkojae Guesthouse ❤️

I had a wonderful time in Rakkojae. 

From booking till check out, they will attend to your request promptly. Staffs were warm and friendly. Breakfast given was tasty and rich. I can't describe it as it's beyond awesome. I walked out with full and satisfied tummy and the night spent at Rakkojae is surely to be treasured.

Will come back again for sure. One must come and spend one night at least to feel and know more of their historic wonderful treasure.

Rakkoejae is GREAT

What a treat to find this traditional small Hanok in the heart of Seoul. I spent two fabulous relaxing nights solo in the newly created single room.  Simple and perfect for a single traveler with a comfortable single bed, brand new compact bathroom, and absolutely fabulous Korean breakfast served in the room.  The traditional sauna is fantastic (lovely to be served a cool drink of rice tea and a small cookie!) after a long day walking in the charming, quiet historic area around the hotel and the nearby palace and Buddhist temple.  Highly recommended if you want to experience a taste of Korean tradition.  The courtyard is peaceful and beautiful.  

A traditional oasis 

Rakkajae is a charming place, and Kim, the manager, is really organised and helpful. The location is great too. 
Our bathroom was small but the bedroom was spacious. One sleeps on a thin mattress, Korean-style.  

Super-helpful manager

An oasis in the middle of Seoul. It has it all, wonderful staff, delicious breakfast, lovely garden and rooms with a bit of history to go with it. My favourite was the sauna with the delicate pink flowers on its walls. Exquisite. Something I can recommend to any and all.

An oasis in the middle of Seoul

Undoubtedly, one of the most unique, interesting, meaningful, and memorable hotel experiences my family and I have ever had was our one week stay at the Rakkojae Seoul Hanok situated in the historic district and close to several palaces and temples. The beautiful traditional Korean architecture as well as the overall design of the compound was striking. It was easy to see and appreciate the love and care that went into restoring and creating this extraordinary place to stay in Seoul. I cannot imagine that there is anything else in the city quite like it. For travelers who are looking for an authentic "old Korean style" experience, this is the hotel you are seeking.
     Rakkojae's location is fantastic with so many sights, subways, restaurants, and shops within easy walking distance. Like any first time visitors to Seoul, considerable time was devoted to seeing the many wonderful sights to behold in this remarkable city. Each day, however, our desire to return to the Rakkojae compound - perhaps my favorite sight of all - grew stronger and we found ourselves eager to "come home" at the end of each day. Reading and relaxing in the courtyard and enjoying the peace, tranquility, and soft Korean music in this beautiful environment was a daily highlight of our stay.
     It is important to mention the exceptional staff who were so helpful and happily offered their assistance in so many ways. The manager, Mr. Kim, was always ready to assist with recommendations, directions, and helping to secure local transportation when needed. He and his staff made daily breakfast and dinner an exciting event. One can chose either a traditional Western or a traditional Korean breakfast. I strongly recommend the latter for a memorable dining experience. Meals were eaten sitting on comfortable pillows. Floor seating with backrests were available on request.
     Since we were a guest family of twelve, we essentially occupied every one of the five (yes, only five!) rooms. This gave me an opportunity to see each one which I so appreciated. They are all 19th century rooms with 21st century bathrooms and excellent air-conditioning. All are uniquely different and equally attractive. My room was the Patio Room which was lovely and included a beautiful enclosed area overlooking the courtyard where we had our meals. 
     It might seem as though I am describing the perfect hotel. What I am intending to do is to describe what felt like a perfect experience. I found no deficits or had any disappointments during the entire week. As you can see, Rakkojae Seoul is quite heartily recommended for a Korean hotel experience that I believe you will cherish and never forget.

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