I think it’s safe to say around this time of year, everyone needs a vacation or a staycation. As a self proclaimed Seoulite, I’m in the big city almost every weekend. Sometimes I just need a place to relax and stay after a long day of hanging out with my friends at a Line Cafe or shopping and eating cupcakes in Hongdae. For those of you who don’t know, Seoul is a very loud city. The hustle and bustle of the cars come alive all hours of the day while shops crank up their music to attract customers.
Cue Hotel Maui, nestled away in a quiet neighborhood by Dongmyo Station. If you’re looking for a cozy place and find it hard to sleep with loud noises, but still want to be right in the center of Seoul, then you should take a closer look at this cute hotel.
The walk from the station is very short and the video and PowerPoint with directions provided to me by the friendly hotel staff made navigation effortless. Upon arrival, I noticed how brand new and clean the place looked. The front has a patio and nearby there’s a convenience store. Koreans love their chicken and beer so you can enjoy a party on the patio with your bad old self if you feel like it. When I entered Hotel Maui, I was greeted by hearty Christmas decorations and the staff who made check-in just as easy as getting there. Here’s five reasons why Hotel Maui should be on the top of your booking list if you’re a budget traveler.
Cozy Room Atmosphere
I ordered a double room and when I walked I felt right at home. The bed was firm which was amazing for my back. One of my favorite parts of Korea are the heated floors which kept my toes nice and toasty. In addition, Hotel Maui is making an effort towards being eco-friendly because the key fits into a slot that controls the electricity. The room is painted a pastel green color with hanging lights giving it a relaxing aura.
The Bathroom
As the hotel industry expands, it’s standard to have great smelling shampoos, conditioners and body wash. Just an FYI rinse is Konglish for conditioner. Everything smelled like a sweet aroma of happiness. Also, the bathroom is almost as big as the actual room itself and as a woman, our getting ready time is sacred. The bigger the space, the happier of a camper we are.
The Rooftop
Did anyone say party in Korea? The ROK has some of the best parties I’ve ever been to. On the roof, you can enjoy the scenic night time views with the umbrella and picnic table. For guests that are staying awhile, they also provide washing machines and drying racks after 4pm.
The Location
I really enjoyed how quiet and quaint this hotel was. The neighborhood is quiet so you don’t hear any shenanigans going on. There’s a few Korean and Western restaurants located all around if you get hungry. Also, there’s a local market where you can bargain your face off for the best deals and it’s close to Cheonggyecheon Stream where you can enjoy the Seoul Lantern Festival and Christmas Illuminations. It’s also one stop away from Dongdaemun where you can enjoy more shopping and the Design Plaza.
Great Deals
If a staycation without breaking the bank is your middle name then you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to stay in the heart of Seoul. Take advantage of their great deals and book now.
Address: 14 Jong-ro 66ga-gil, Sungin 2(i)-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Phone Number: 010-5738-8010
Naver Map: http://naver.me/xh8Ra9jz
Gina Bear was invited to stay at Hotel Maui as a guest. As always all opinions, photos and thoughts are my own.
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Cute spot for a staycation for the locals, or budget travelers. I heard Seoul was nosiy, so I would certainly look for a quiet hotel or resort for a visit.
Yes! I love staycations and Seoul is the best for shopping and food. Have you had Korean cuisine?
The slippers are so cute. I love how cozy it looks and how it feels like a small apartment and less of a hotel feeling. Love that it is downtown and is budget friendly
The slippers were my favorite part! I don’t really like cats, but for some reason cat decorations are so cute! I definitely felt really cozy and welcome here.
Hotel Maui sounds ideal for people like me who like to be in the heart of the city, but want a relaxing, quiet retreat, too. The heated floors is a real bonus, and I’m surprised how big the bathroom is for a budget hotel! Looks like a great option. 🙂
After living in Korea, I absolutely cannot live without heated floor anymore! Big bathrooms are perfect because you need lots of room to get squeaky clean! Lol 😉
It never o cured to me that Korea would be super noisy. I always think of India as being the noisiest place. This is good to know when planning my trip there in February
I’m so excited you’re coming here in February! What do you plan on doing and where do you plan on going?
I’ve never been to Korea, but this place looks so cute. I love the cat slippers and heated floors are THE best. I just moved into an apartment with heated floors and it’s amazing.
You guys have to make it to Korea one of these days! I know your heart is in Japan, but I really think you’ll love it here too!
Wow, this budget Hotel can really line with luxury hotel. I find it very clean and organize. The color and the design really fits to my own taste. I like the location as well since its a bit far from the bustle of a city voice in Seoul. I will surely penned this on my bucket list.
It definitely is a luxurious stay with a budget price. I’m glad you’re considering staying here!
Ooh this looks like a great place to stay! And I totally agree, if a vacation isn’t possible then there is nothing better than a quick staycation to revive you after a few tough weeks!
Yes! I was so excited to have had this opportunity because in Seoul, we work hard and play harder.
I didn’t realize Seoul was such a noisy and happening place to visit. I would definitely like to stay close to the scene but not right in it so Hotel Maui sounds like a great choice for me. Plus, the bathroom slippers are too cute!
Seoul is definitely one of the noisiest cities because they’re known for not sleeping. Hotel Maui was so comfortable and cozy. I had an amazing night’s sleep there!
It really is great to read hotel reviews as they become so useful when you are checking places out. I read them all the time. Looks like a very good place to stay. How cute are those slippers !?
I’ve been really into reading blog posts on hotels these days as well to make sure I get a first hand experience of where I’m staying through the blogger. I loved the slippers as well. They’re too cute!
That is a really great deal! I love that the room is bright green + cozy all at the same time! Plus, location is a huge factor in where to stay. It’s not a budget location when you have to pay a massive amount to get anywhere you want to be! Thanks for the great budget tip!
Totally! What’s great about Korea is that everything is cheap including transport. Luckily, the walk isn’t too far from the station which makes it a great location!
Looks like a cute little hotel that won’t break the bank! Love that they provided detailed directions to get there as well – thanks for sharing this hidden gem!
I loved that they gave detailed directions because I’m super direction challenged. If I didn’t have them, I wouldn’t have made it so easily. I like how the staff was super helpful as soon as I got in. I even forgot something at the front desk and they brought it up to my room!