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Sophia Guesthouse is steps from historic Gyeongbokgung Palace. Guests enjoy local cuisine for breakfast and unwind in the peaceful garden. The guesthouse offers in-room WiFi, and the helpful staff provides concierge services and assistance with tours and tickets.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Suite

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Free WiFi

Studio Suite

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, is home to Sophia Guesthouse. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Mountain Park. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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157-1 Sogyukdong Jongrogu, Seoul, 110200

What's nearby

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Traditional Korean style architecture at Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, South Korea.
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gyeongbok palace in Seoul City, Gyeongbokgung palace landmark of Seoul, South Korea, Korean wooden traditional house in Gyeongbokgung the main royal palace of Joseon dynasty.
    Gwanghwamun
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gwanghwamun Square
    Gwanghwamun Square
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Insa-dong
    Insa-dong
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Anguk Station
    6 min walk
  • Seoul Station
    10 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • 기와 탭룸
    1 min walk
  • 교촌치킨
    1 min walk
  • 마담면
    1 min walk
  • 북촌손만두
    1 min walk
  • SUSHI KIZUNA (すし 絆)
    2 min walk

About this property

Sophia Guesthouse

Guesthouse near Gyeongbokgung Palace
A short walk from Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun, Sophia Guesthouse provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Concierge services, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Sophia Guesthouse include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, cable channels, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

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Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sophia Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sophia Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sophia Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sophia Guesthouse located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gwanghwamun. Myeongdong Street and Insa-dong are also within 1 mi (2 km). Anguk Station is 6 minutes by foot and Jonggak Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sophia Guesthouse Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall our stay here was nice. The host are nice and very welcoming. They took care of our luggage while we walk around the whole day Please wash the pick bla
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Djerick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly ajussi!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a traditional hotel by any means, but very traditional South Korean guest house. The Korean breakfast was fantastic. A bit hard to find.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a really cool location and experience but the room is quite small and not sound proof at all. The owners were friendly but I could hear them and other guests at night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GinNee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed as a group of four—two adults and two kids. The room was a bit small but cozy, and overall, it was a very good experience for all of us. The kids really enjoyed sleeping on the futons. It took the adults a little time to get used to them, but it ended up being a very memorable stay. Breakfast was brought to our room, and we enjoyed leaving the door open to eat while taking in the quiet morning atmosphere. The location is great—just a short walk from Anguk Station and still manageable even with luggage. We loved being able to walk around the neighborhood, which is full of shops and restaurants. We would definitely recommend staying here if you're looking for a wonderful traditional Korean-style accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew J

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

michelle

First off, good luck getting a taxi that can actually find this place. The taxi dropped me off and then I spent an hour trying to locate the place on foot. It ended up being a 25 minute walk to the other side of town with all my luggage in tow on a hot and sunny day which was very unpleasant. Once I arrived, check in was easy. The accommodation was very basic which I didn’t mind because I only needed a place to sleep for one night. The shower leaked water all over the sleeping area even though the shower door was closed so I had to use my towel to mop it up. Then when I finally laid down to go to sleep, I woke up to my blankets, floor mattress, and phone charging cord being soaking wet due to the air conditioner apparently dripping water at fast pace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donnalee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

joel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple old style korean in an interesting part of Seoul near palace
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Massive disappointment for multiple reasons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tinh

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a traditional style hanok building with sliding paper/wood doors and an open roof atrium in the centre. Our room had low ceilings about 6ft high. The floor cushion/mattress is a 3-4 inch padded mat so it’s not as soft as a western style mattress. The air conditioner worked great even in the 30degree Celsius rainy weather we had. The pillows were Korean style cylinders filled with rice. The breakfast was delicious. We were given 8 side dishes, rice and bean sprout soup, which had an amazing broth. You sit in your room at a low table on the floor for eating which was brought to our door at 7:30am. The room itself locked from the inside but not the outside. It’s located right in the middle of a very cute and walkable neighbourhood filled with cafes, Photo Booth studios, shops and restaurants. You cannot drive up to the door, you need to walk about 50 metres around the corner. Shampoo, conditioner and bar soap was provided. Medium sized towels were provided but no bath towels. Importantly, the washroom was a Korean style no-bathtub situation, with a drain in the floor and a removable shower head. Me and my sister really enjoyed this authentic experience, we are able to sleep on the floor. By the way it’s not sound proof but our neighbours were quiet so we slept well. The shared lobby area had many items stored there like extra cases of food and buckets and watermelons. It is not wheelchair accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rocio carrillo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo muy bien! Céntrico, desayuno delicioso y típico
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

香織

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
到着後すぐにお部屋に案内してくださり手早くスーツケースのタイヤを履いて部屋に入れて翌日のモーニングの案内をしてくださりました。 6人部屋に5人で宿泊しましたが敷布団がダブル2枚シングル2枚、掛け布団は毛布が2枚、分厚くて重い掛け布団が3枚備えてありオンドルがある為暑くて毛布を人数分欲しかったなぁと思いま した。 モーニングは韓国の家庭料理を出してくださりとても美味しかったです。 部屋にトイレ、シャワーもあり備え付けのシャンプー、リンス、石鹸がありました。 2泊でしたが２日目の夜はチキンをテイクアウトし部屋にある机で食べました。テレビもあり快適です。 ３日目のモーニングはお断りして近くに有名なパン屋さんがあるのでテイクアウトしてお部屋で食べてからチェックアウトをしました。程よく放置してくださるしチェックアウトも鍵を冷蔵庫の上に置くだけなので気軽に宿泊ができてよかったです。 ゲストハウスの周りはとても素敵なお店やカフェ、人気のアーティストベーカリーもあるのでここに宿泊して本当に良かったです。
ゲストハウスの入り口。この通路の両サイドにもおしゃれなカフェがあります。
中庭。
中庭。
モーニング。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

KUBO

Liked: Cleanliness
設備に関しては、手洗い場で水を流すと床から水が漏れ出して靴下がびしょびしょになった。よって次からは必ずスリッパを履くようにしたこと以外は特に問題なかった。あと6人部屋スイートルームでしたが業務用の大きい冷蔵庫が置いてあり部屋が狭く布団は少し大きめだったが3枚しか敷けず雑魚寝のような感じで6人寝た。床暖房がついていて部屋はとてもあたたかく快適だった。朝食はスープが日替わりで3日間とも違うものだった。他のおかずは同じ。宿泊代からするとこの設備で朝食付きはとても良い。宿の隣のしゃれたアイス屋さんは値段は高いけど美味しい。立地は安国駅から徒歩10分くらいの場所。明洞や南大門、東大門に行く時には1回乗り換えが必要だけど距離は短いので苦にはならなかった。3泊でしたが部屋の掃除等はなかったがタオルを替えたりゴミ袋を替えたりは自分から伝えれば快く対応してくれた。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Habitación acogedora, me sentía como en casa y a pesar que era temporada de frío, la habitación estaba caliente.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

tsugumi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3泊しましたが、途中でゴミ捨てや掃除もして欲しかったです。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
방은 따뜻하고 좋았는데 화장실에서 냄새가 너무 많이났고 화장실문도 닫히지 않아서 불쾌했습니다. 방음이 잘안되는데 옆방소리때문에 잠자기 불편했어요. 주인분은 미리 손님들에게 소음에 관한 내용을 분명히 주의를 주셔야겠습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

MIKA

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

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。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

경란

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sun-young

Liked: Room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

min ryeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

친절한 한옥 스테이~^^

위치도 좋고...너무너무친절하고..아침밥도 만족입니다! 단지 한옥이라...모기가 많네요~ 다음에 또 놀러갈께요!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022