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Sophia Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Guesthouse within walking distance of Gyeongbokgung Palace

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Suite | Free WiFi
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Suite | Free WiFi
Free daily local cuisine breakfast

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Cable TV service
  • Free toiletries
The price is $106
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Free WiFi

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Triple Room | Free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Suite | Free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
157-1 Sogyukdong Jongrogu, Seoul, 110200

What's nearby

  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gwanghwamun - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seoul City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Myeongdong Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 52 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 61 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 18 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 25 min drive
  • Anguk Station - 6 min walk
  • Jonggak Station - 13 min walk
  • Gyeongbokgung Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪경춘자의 라면 땡기는 날 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪momos coffee | speciality for all - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪북촌손만두 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SUSHI KIZUNA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪이태리재 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sophia Guesthouse

Sophia Guesthouse puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun. Free perks include WiFi and local cuisine breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9 AM. Also, Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Anguk Station is 6 minutes and Jonggak Station is 13 minutes.

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8 AM–9 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Free bottled water

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Sophia Guesthouse House Seoul
Sophia Guesthouse House
Sophia Guesthouse Seoul
Sophia Guesthouse
Sophia Seoul
Sophia Guesthouse Seoul
Sophia Guesthouse Guesthouse
Sophia Guesthouse Guesthouse Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Does Sophia Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sophia Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sophia Guesthouse?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sophia Guesthouse?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Sophia Guesthouse.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sophia Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Sophia Guesthouse?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (5-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Sophia Guesthouse and nearby?
Sophia Guesthouse has a garden.
What's the area around Sophia Guesthouse like?
Sophia Guesthouse is a short 6-minute walk from Anguk Station and 7 minutes' walk from Bukchon Hanok Village.

Sophia Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Pretty good
Generally a good stay. Great breakfasts, friendly hosts, wonderful location. We'd do it again. Not for everyone though. Our room for 5 was very tight and the AC drained directly on to the bathroom floor. With some tidying up and care, this could really be a first rate stay, esp. given its location. If you don't mind a somewhat barebones experience with a good breakfast, go for it.
Andrew J, 6-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

This accommodation is traditional Korean lodging style with only a comforter (some has stains) as a bedding which is hard for those not used to hard sleeping surface. The floor is heated though. Air conditioning is available. The space is small for 4 people with luggages. The Korean breakfast is great and served at 8 am. The location is close to many restaurants (even Michelin rated) and walking distance to Gyeongbokdung palace and train stations.
Donnalee, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Interesting way to live in past history in this hundred year old home. The owner speaks rudimentary English. Not super friendly people. The morning ethnic food is tasty but no changes to accommodate with allergies or food preferences. The place could be much better if they clean up and organize the centre courtyard to be nicer. Sleeping on floor with a thin mattress was ok but not super comfortable. Very near centre of Bukchon Hanbok village. Very walkable area. Lots of restaurants, cafes and shops nearby.
Tinh, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Massive disappointment for multiple reasons.
Wendy, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience
This is an absolutely amazing place. It it tucked away in the middle of the Hanok village area and is within walking distance of the Changdeok Palace and Insadong. It was a perfect place for all of our activities. The hospitality of the staff is beyond amazing. From carrying your bags in, to accommodating arrival times While the site mentions their breakfast, it does not being to describe the experience. At around 8am you slide open the doors to your area and are presented loaded trays of freshly made traditional Korean foods to start your day. The soups and food are prepared in the courtyard. Our 2nd morning was chilly and the amazing gukbap soup was far better than a cup of coffee to get us started. There is also filtered water in the courtyard and the location is right beside 2 restaurants with multiple others and continence stores minutes away. On the comfort level, this is a Hanock, which means there are not beds. There are traditional sleeping mats and blankets. We were in the deluxe and a bit surprised of the actual size (about 6ft by 12ft in the main area. This may be an adjustment for some western travelers. We did have some struggles with luggage and getting settled in at night with 4 people and some large bags. We will get the larger room on our next visit. Temperature wise, we were very comfortable even though it was fairly cold. The bathroom also had a heated floor and was larger than other Korean hotels I've stayed in. Loved our visit!
Shelley, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Simple old style korean in an interesting part of Seoul near palace
joel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Just a place to sleep
room is super small even we have noted that would be small. sleeping with flies, very noisy environment. the host will wake you up at 7:30am because of 8am breakfast. it is not in good value.
River, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great breakfast, nice people
1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!
My stay was really nice! I was sent a confirmation text right after booking with directions from the subway station to the guesthouse and it was pretty easy to find. The area it's surrounded by is really nice and right next to a bunch of museums and palaces! It's also surrounded by tons of shops, cafes, and restaurants. I chose to travel around, but I could have easily stayed in that area with zero problems. The staff were incredibly friendly and knew a bit of English. The single room is smaller than it appears in the pictures, but it was still really nice, clean, and has plenty of room for me and my things. You also get a private bathroom. It's small, but average for most Korean style bathrooms and had everything I needed. There's an AC unit inside the room, too, and the floor is heated, so I was super comfortable. If I had to guess the size laying down, I would say it's about roughly 185-190 cm, so, if you're taller than that, it might be a bit of a squeeze. Breakfast was served in the morning (homemade bibimbap) and was really lovely. The garden area is just as pictured. I would absolutely book again!
Holly, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Warmest welcomes and perfect location
If traveling to Korea, experience a traditional guest house. Sophia Guest House was amazing, the owners living right there attentive to every need. Walk out the door to microbreweries, restaurants, locals, tourists, the palace, everything! The kids are still asking to return, to sleep on the heated floors, and enjoy the attention of the family.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overall ok but room a little too small.
Everything seem ok but the only down fall is the breakfast. He should allocate at least 1/2 hours for each group to have their breakfast.
Danny , 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice stay and enjoyed the night mood!
it was good to see the old Seoul
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

great location near Isadong and Bukchon!!!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Warm hospitality in a tranquil hanok setting.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

If you want just cheap place
The bed sheet was not clean and too noisy with other guests if you need cheap place is ok. Great location close to subway and palace
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Comfortable stay at this guesthouse
It was a novelty experince living in a traditional Korean house in the centre of the city. One night seems sufficient for the experience. It was comfortable and sufficient. One thing could be improved is the breakfast- it was good, but I wouldn't have preferred a Korean breakfast instead of Western. Also, there are a lot of mosquitoes at night so a repellent would be advisable.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hanok stay.
Wonderful stay at a great neigbourhood. You don't have to walk far to experience local culture and food. My room was small but nice, warm and beautiful hanok.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

家庭的な韓屋でした
安国駅からレトロな街並みを少し歩き細い路地に入ったところにあります。 途中で迷ってスマホを見ていると親切な韓国人のお姉さんが案内してくれました。 玄関の木のドアを開けると写真で見るより狭い感じがしましたが、韓屋にテンション上がりました！ お部屋はスーツケースも広げられたし、良いお部屋でした。 シャワーとトイレは一体で床は濡れますが、想定内だったので問題なし。 韓国旅行時は捨てるタオル持参必須！ 完璧なバストイレを望む方はやめ た方がいいです。 このような環境を楽しむ人向け。 豪に入れば郷に従えで楽しいです。 景福宮まで歩いて行けるし、仁寺洞散策も出来るし、とにかく便利な場所です。 オンドルが入っていて暖かかったですが、寝る時はやや暑く感じたのでエアコンで温度調節しました。 快適です。 朝ごはんは7時半にビビンバが来ました。 美味しかった〜！ ウォーターサーバーも調理場の前にあり。私たちの部屋に冷蔵庫はなし。 チェックアウト後、観光に行く間のスーツケースは預かってくれました。 無口なアジョシ、たまの笑顔が優しかったです。
MIKA, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Keine Hanok-Erfahrung. Sehr schlecht
Hier haben wir keine wirkliche Hanok-Erfahrung gemacht. Das Zimmer ist anderes, als im Internet abgebildet. Das Zimmer war sehr klein, ohne Fenster und die Toilette war defekt.
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

JAE HWANG, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

J'avais payé une chambre pour 5 et j'ai eu 2 chambres avec 4 futons pour 5 personnes. L'épaisseur de la literie nous donne l'impression d'avoir dormi à même le sol.
Marion, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

여자6명이 자는데 큰 문제는 없었다. 집 자체는 옛날 한옥집이여서 추억 돋는 장소이나 시설은 좀 낡아서 (특히 화장실) 조금 불편했으나 주인 아저씨의 친절함은 아주 좋았다. 집 찾아 가는 길도 길거리 공연도 있고 예뻐서 걷는게 힘들지 않았다. 무엇보다 좋았던건아침 조식!! 기대를 안하고 받아본 밥상이라서 그런지 간만에 잘 차려진 밥상에 감동~ 너무 좋았다.
경란, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

가족과 함께 가기 좋은 곳
방안에 냉장고가 있어서 깜짝 놀랬어요. 저녁 먹으러 외출했다가 방에 들어왔는데 음식냄새가 나더라구요ㅠ.ㅠ 잘 때 누웠는데 반찬냄새가 솔솔 났답니다. 그것 빼고는 조식을 방으로 갖다 주시고 아이들이 편하게 있을 수 있어서 좋았습니다. 욕실도 따뜻해서 좋았습니다.
Sun-young, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

yongim, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review