Name: Hanok Guesthouse Soo
Address: 13-4 Pirundae-ro 5ga-gil Jongno-gu,Pirundae-ro 5ga-gil, Seoul, Seoul, Seoul, 110-042, South Korea
Rating: 10

Smoke-free property

All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

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City Hall

Seoul

Sinseol-dong

Jongno

Gyeongbok Palace

Gwanghwamun

Ssamji-gil

Deoksugung Palace

Namdaemun Market

N Seoul Tower

War Memorial of Korea

National Museum of Korea

Lotte World

Gimpo International Airport

Seoul Grand Park

Incheon International Airport

Hanok Guesthouse Soo

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limited-time

lounge

treatment

no-window

bay-view

bosphorus-view

canal-view

city-view

courtyard-view

garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

land-view

mountain-view

ocean-front

ocean-view

oceanside

panoramic-view

park-view

partial-ocean-view

partial-sea-view

partial-view

pool-view

river-view

sea-front

sea-view

street-view

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water-view

with-view

annex

basement

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not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

breakfast-for-1

breakfast-for-2

pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

My family and I stayed at Soo GuestHouse for 3 nights and it was fantastic. Gene outperformed all our expectations. A few (I literally mean this is a few of many, many more!!) examples are:

a) Before we landed in South Korea, Gene provided us very precise directions to her guesthouse. Given that it was our first time in Seoul and we do not speak the language, Gene came to pick us up on the bus stop in a burning hot sun and mid 30 degrees Celsius. What is even more amazing is that Gene helped us set up the bus pass and taught us how to take the bus.
b) I had drafted a preliminary plan on where my family and I wanted to go, and Gene helped us reorganized the plan. She provided us with great advises on how to reduce our costs and maximize our time in Seoul. 
c) Gene is an amazing cook. We were lucky enough to have breakfast - it was a different and mouthwatering experience every morning. We were up for some delicacies and were always looking forward to discovering new mouth palettes. 
d) Gene is a very interesting person - she is very literate (in addition to her excellent English) and has an open mind. I miss our conversations at night when we got to share our thoughts and cultures. We learned a lot about the South Korean culture and really got to understand the life of the average South Koreans in just a few days.

In addition to being a great host, Gene also has an excellent place located in the heart of Seoul. The location is very close to a small market which we bought lots of candies. My family and I also loved to walk past the market to see the locals in their day to day activities. The bus stop and subway is literally within a 5-10 min walk, which is very convenient. There is also a hidden gem, the 09 bus which stops literally 2 min walk from the guesthouse. The place is also very peaceful and well maintained; it is very clean and well organized.

My parents are not very young anymore - so one of our fears were that they wouldn't be able to sleep on the futon mattress but thankfully the futons at Gene's place were very comfortable. My parents thoroughly enjoyed the experience. 

Overall Gene's place felt like home and I would not hesitate to go back; highly recommended!

Amazing stay - definitely a 5 stars

We stayed two nights with our family (a couple and a little girl of 1 year and a half) in Soo GuestHouse and I can only highly recommend this establishment: the simplicity, the calm, the authenticity and the warm welcome of Eunjin makes her a remarkable host.

Arrived at the last minute for a trip in Seoul, we were superbly welcomed and we felt like "at home". The traditional house is a real “peaceful haven” in the heart of the city. The neighborhood is ideally located, close to small shops and a nice market. Our room and bathroom were spotlessly clean. The bedding is traditional with mattresses on the floor - not common for Westerners but very comfortable. Eunjin enjoys sharing her culture and the atmosphere of the house is particularly well suited for that.

Eunjin is also very attentive to her guests and she always has a nice attention at the right time, while remaining very discreet. In a perfect English, she shares great tips for visiting the city. We also spent two very enjoyable evenings discussing the Korean culture around an excellent tea. Our little girl was able to enjoy the small garden and water the plants with Eunjin, who also agreed to look after our child when we went to the restaurant next door with my wife. What more can I say except that it's a perfect holiday 😊. Thanks again Eunjin and all the best for the future!

Pretty and authentic stay in the heart of Seoul

My family and I had a very pleasant stay at Hanok Guesthouse Soo. The owner, Gene, who speaks excellent English, was very hospitable and sociable in hosting us. She was very helpful in giving us advice on travel tips in Seoul and prepared a delicious Korean breakfast for us. Furthermore, she spent time with us as we enjoyed mingling and interacting with other guests staying there. Gene even went the extra mile to accede to our needs until the time we left. Highly recommended!

Awesome Hanok Stay!

My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at Guesthouse Soo for 4 nights. Gene took very good care of us with a different, freshly cooked breakfast every day. The whole experience was like staying with good friends, but then in a classic, well maintained Korean house. The garden in the house is an oasis of tranquillity in the centre of exciting Seoul.

Great hospitality in a beautiful and relaxed environment

I originally booked Guesthouse Soo for a few days while on a work trip in Seoul, but stayed an additional week it was so wonderful!  I can't suggest this hanok stay more, it was so great! Gene- the host - is amazing and so hospitable. I've been coming to Seoul for years and always wanted to stay in a hanok. I quite like the neighborhood Nuha-dong - the house and neighborhood are a great combination of old meets new, and it's convenient to everywhere you need to go. Lots of artsy, creative shops & cafes in the area, as well as historical sites. Gene also made sure I was comfortable and well every day - even helping with the laundry, walking me to the jimjilbang and lending me all kinds of things I needed. Plus her breakfast was delicious. Definitely will be back when I return to Seoul in the future!

Unbelievable hospitality in a true Korean Hanok!

駅からのアクセスもよく、目的地までの道のりも昔ながらの建物が立ち並びすごく可愛いところでした:)なによりもオーナーさんが至れり尽くせりでとても良くしてくださいました。韓国らしいものが食べたいという漠然とした要望も聞いてくださって、朝ごはんもお昼ご飯もとても美味しかったです:)
Thank you so much everything!! I have a great trip by you! See you again~~~:)

素敵な滞在になりました。

We had a wonderful stay in the place. Our host Gene is by far the best host we had! We feel like we are at home with family, she is very thoughtful and caring especially on the needs of our parents. I couldn't thank Gene enough. Her home-cooked breakfast and coffee is superb! The house is beautiful, clean and comfortable even in winter! Guesthouse Soo is highly recommended, this is the highlight of our Seoul travel. We will definitely be staying again soon! Thank youuuu Gene, from our family.

Holiday's highlight!

It was my first time visiting Korea in years, and although I'm Korean, there is a lot of Korean culture and history that I haven't learned or experienced. My cousin and I spent a night at this Hanok Guesthouse, and it was such an amazing experience. The guesthouse was very comfortable, beautiful, and charming, and it was truly designed to give you the experience of sleeping in a traditional Korean home. The surrounding area had so many amazing restaurants, bars, cafes, shopping, as well as beautiful natural settings. The host was so kind and welcoming, and she truly made it such a comfortable and wonderful experience! I would recommend this guesthouse to any of my friends and family looking to visit the area, and if I do visit again, I will most definitely come stay at this guesthouse again!

The Best of Both Worlds

it was such a delightful & surprising stay at this lovely guesthouse "soo". perfect location. amazingly neat & clean. super quiet. fantastic english speaking warm hearted host. wonderfully cozy. simply one of the best experiential stay in seoul. please come, be a guest, and you would not feel leaving this place.

A HIDDEN TREASURE IN THE HEART OF SEOUL

Among over hundred hotels and B&B my partner and I have stayed, Hanok Guesthouse Soo is the only one that makes us feel like home. Gene is a considerate and kind host. From the day one when we arrived during a light snow flurry at midnight, she welcomed us with hot yuja-cha (a traditional Korean tea made by yuja marmalade) and offered suggestions on our itinerary in the coming day. Being a Seouler (well, she may not think she is), she can always tell you where you should visit, what to eat and what you may skip. She also takes personal travel preferences into consideration and adapts to individual needs. For some of the journeys we taken, we should have listened to her advice instead of following tripadvisors and bloggers. Gene speaks fluent English and is willing to share her experience, not only Korean culture and society, but also various life matters. We enjoyed our conversation each morning and night along with refreshments. Gene devoted herself to the house. The house is small, but tidy. The location is unbeatable. If you want to explore and experience Seoul, we highly recommend Hanok Guesthouse Soo. I believe that you will enjoy your stay.

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