One of several guesthouses that are springing up in centuries-old hanok in Ikseon-dong, this one is run by a young crowd. The spartan rooms are all ondol with yo mattresses and have attached bathrooms.
Significant discounts when booked online.
Bibimbap Guesthouse
Gwanghwamun & Jongno-gu
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