Eugene Hanok Stay

I am a student from Texas traveling all across Asia. In this review, I will explain why the Eugene Hanok (Yujin House) is a MUST-stay place in Seoul. Firstly, the moment you step into this Hanok, you feel as if you are transported into the Joseon period centuries ago. The Hanok is very pleasing to the eye, yet so calming to the soul. The place is very well-maintained, organized, clean, warm, and most importantly, comfortable. Secondly, I have not interacted with a more welcoming and caring host family in Asia. They made me feel like this was my second home in Korea and treated me as if I were their son. They are the the sweetest people in Seoul and even serve you a fresh and light breakfast in the morning. There's a lot of history in this Hanok. A great Korean philosopher, Kim Tae Gil, lived in this Hanok, and you get to appreciate his work, as the lady of the Hanok used to be his apprentice. The lady of the Hanok is also very well-accomplished. She herself is an author and knows English, Chinese, and Japanese, so you will have no problem communicating with her.I was so impressed by the place that I extended my stay for 2 additional nights. 10/10 and highly recommend in Seoul.

Everything was perfect! This is a MUST stay.

The description of the property is misleading. They lie about several things - there is no private toilet, no kitchenette, no garden and no terrace. Rooms are cluttered with stuff and linens are not clean. To avoid!

The owners are so kind, I loved staying here for my last night in Seoul. The place is so beautiful and peaceful. I liked also the surrounding area of Hyehwa, lots of small cafes and at short distance from one of the best panorama spots in the city.

The accommodation itself is a lovely Hanok, but mainly the hosts were really nice and helpful with anything you could need. Although it looks like it is far away from the center and the most known landmarks, public transport is cheap enough and easy to use with a T-Money card and Naver app in your phone (even for somebody that has been there for the first time like me). I would recommend it to everyone.

Comfortable, quiet, flexible, great host. From booking to checking out, everything worked out great. Non-Korean speaking traveller.

This is a beautiful place to stay, like staying with a relative. I had everything I needed. Be aware: if you really want a standard Western hotel with an ordinary bed, daily room cleaning and a breakfast service, pass on this. It’s Korean quilts on the floor. But I slept well on my little loft bed, and our host or “Eugene Mama” couldn’t have been kinder, even when I arrived late after a delayed flight. Best of all, she took me on an early morning walk in the park to see sunrise over the city. She is a runner - so if you are too you’ll have lots in common! It’s not the most central, but the area is a lovely residential spot and the MTR is ten minutes walk. By the way, taxis don’t drop right outside so make sure you have the booking.com map open the first time you arrive to navigate your way in. And - no locks on doors on the outside. There were attachments for a padlock on my door so maybe you could put one on if you are worried. I would definitely stay here again.

Location and atmosphere were beyond great.People are pleasent and kind, it was litteraly like home.I could live there, to tell you the truth.Host is very nice person, small english but big heart.He always was up, waiting for my safe arrival in the middle of the night, i feel thankful for that.