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2.5 out of 5
Laon Hanok Gguljam
99-6, Hanji-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 211 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 211 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 211 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 211 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 211 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hosang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

kwang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Laon Hanok Gguljam is a great place to stay. It is walking distance to the major attractions. Breakfast is offered in a separate room. You have to prepare it yourself as usual in Korea. You carry your tray to your room and return it after breakfast. Then you have to wash up your dishes. The staff is friendly. The even drove me to the station when I left.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Monika

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Called to check in - patron said no English and hang up, had to get staff at our Seoul hotel to call them on our behalf. Weather was warm but the underfloor heating was switched on full making sleeping the in the room impossible. Security on front door was via keypad _ security on side door consisted of a spoon to hold the lock shut and nothing else. We were there for 3 nights - bin provided for the toilet waste was never changed/emptied. Looks good on pictures but reality is somewhat different :(
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from 대표 on 11 Oct 2023
Hi, this is RaonThank you for visiting my houseIn the guest room where you stay consecutively, the cleaning staff does not enter the room for the safety of your itemsIf I had told you in advance, the staff would have cleaned the trash canYour room has a doorknob so you can easily lock it from insideI think you didn't know that because you weren't used to itAnd it was warm because you didn't operate the boiler properly

4/10 Poor

Ck

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tiny room with tiny bathroom. Bad smells around, lots of mosquitoes there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Smaller room than photo, uncomfortable bed(too thin futon), noise from upstairs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Seung Hee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dean

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room as promised. Amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

ChoHee

10/10 Excellent

miseok

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gyeong in

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay. Nice coffee in the morning. The parking was a bit weird though. We bought a parking coupon that didn't work so we ended up paying 36,000 won which was less than ideal. Perhaps directions and clear instructions on parking can be sent ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Yesy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great korean experience
Pro: Is located in the Hanok village. It was really convenient and there’s a coffee shop above and you get a discount for staying at hotel. The view is spectacular. If you’re looking for a korean style stay this is it. You will be sleeping on the floor with very soft blankets. The owner was very friendly as well. A small Community kitchen-net is available if you need to get water or out items in the fridge. Cons: No parking. The garbage cans were not properly wash and it smelled like poopoo from other people because they place their toilet there and hotel do not place plastic bags in them. Rooms are very tiny. Also, just an advice if you suffer from back problems do not stay in this kind of hotels. You will be miserable at night time. But overall it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is really comfortable And cosy despite being a little bit small. Overall we had a good 2 night rest. Floor is equipped with thermal heater to keep us warm during winter. Owner was really nice and provided a simple breakfast for us in his cafe. Although we reached the hanok very late at night after our flight + express bus, the owner waited for us to check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

NM, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hanok is extremely well located, right in the middle of the Hanok Village. It is a beautiful property, the rooms are small but it was as expected when you stay in this type of properties.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Vivien, Singapore

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a small lane, it was convenient and has the basic things you need. We stayed for 2 nights there and everything was fine. They have a heater installed if you feel cold, you can just turn it on. We turned if off after awhile and the floor was kept warm till the next morning. There is also can individual aircon installed in the room so you can turn it on if you feel hot. Toilet was kind of small but just right for 2 person. The boss was really nice, explained the things we had to take note of and there is also simple breakfast provided at their cafe just above the rooms. Would be a little troublesome if you have heavy/large luggages as you have to lift it up the platform of the room. Everything was good and we enjoyed our stay as a whole!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is as advertised. We are very happy with the stay. There is a shared kitchen where we can prepared late night snack - ramen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Didn't get a chance to stay in this hanok in the end as the heater was faulty on the day we arrived. So Mr Liu booked another Hanok for us instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, but just beside a main road, so you will hear trucks and buses at night if you sleep with the inner door opened. We went with our 5-year-old and the location and facilities were great for our needs. Room is a bit smaller than a regular hotel though, there was just enough room for our 2 medium-sized bag packs, and we stayed only a night. Will stay there again if we go back to Jeonju.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and located in a fun area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The owner was friendly, but this is not a hotel so don't expect someone to answer to your needs anytime. We checked out in the morning around 7 am and there was nobody to answer or confirm the check out, and no one was there to help us call a taxi. The room was not big, I would say it could house up to two people but no more than that.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Bon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think May is a good month to stay in the Hanok. Although the property has A/C, which you will need it at night if you prefer to sleep with your doors closed, during the day it's so comfortable to sit near the door and just let the sun shine in. Laon is also very close to the main streets of Hanok village, so you can get around very easily. The hosts are very nice people and their cafe on the rooftop is just perfect to start/end your day at. I really enjoyed my stay there. One small suggestion - if you can place a small water bottle in each room so that the guest can help themselves with the water in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owner and a unique experience. However, had a lot of trouble locating this place as it shows up differently on all maps as Raon Hanok Kkkuljam. Cab drivers all had no idea how to get there either as there are so many! Perhaps in future a pre-arrival email/contact will help foreigners find the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was really nice! everything was well prepared. Loved the service the owner gave us: discount on their own coffee shop eve after we checked out. Thank you! I would totally visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

SHUK HAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!!
Enjoy the breakfast time & nice view. Very close to most scenic spots. Amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
There is no bed. However the room and place are beautiful. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolutely fantastic hanok to spend the night in Jeonju. Location is just off one of the main streets so it remains quiet despite nearby streets being packed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel right in the hanok village
the owner/staff was very polite, kind and nice. He was checking on us how was the AC, room and every little thing but not by annoying us tho. I would definitely come back here again. I think you should visit here if you ever go to jeonju.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staying at Laon was the highlight of my stay in Jeon Ju. It is a beautiful, authentic Han-Ok in a great location in Han-Ok Village. Our rooms were impeccably clean and cozy. Each room is for max of 2 guests. The hotel staff is also so friendly and accommodating. The upstairs cafe is also charming and beautiful, overlooking the rooftops of Han-Ok village. The simple breakfast and coffee at the cafe was an added bonus and a great start to the day. The cafe is also located on a main street with very easy access to cabs. I'd highly recommend this spot for anyone! Such a beautiful and reasonably priced hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, would probably only stay one or two nights, but would recommend for people to stay. Breakfast is simple, but is good. Location is good on the edge of the Hanok area, with the upstairs area level with the outside street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tony, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traditional Korean, a different but great experien
Amazing traditional Hanok room. Sleep on a futon on the floor, surprisingly comfortable. Room has under floor heating. Functional wet room too. The WiFi is superb and it’s located right in the traditional village. The guy who checked us in was really friendly spoke really great English. Didn’t bother with breakfast as there are plenty of places to eat nearby.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lighthen up our trip. Thanks loan.
The host are friendly and understanding. Althought we are late check in due the flight schedule but he still give us a very good service...easy to communicate in english and give us excellent direction guide so that we are not wasting time and complete our trip. Highly recommented because host have a royal service that make us like welcome by korea. Worth more than what we pay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chi Fun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good and recommended
Good price. Good location inside hanok village. The owner is friendly and speak good english. Overall, it was a good hanok experience. Highly recommended.

8/10 Good

Yushu, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, great view, awesome staff!
Location wasn't hard to find, service provided by the staff was excellent! Really enjoyed our stay there. View on the second floor was great. Breakfast provided was nice too. Overall great service! Love the friendly staff! Would love to go back to stay again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leo, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy Hanok stay
It was a warm stay - literally too since the floor was heated and the outside temperature was about 0 C. Great staff making you feel like home.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and comfortable stay
Both the room and the bathroom were very clean and the beddings comfortable. The location is excellend and the breakfast provided was also very convenient. I'd recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in very good location
Very friendly staff. The owner would explain everything about the place as soon as you check in. Also, it is in very good location. Parking is very near and affordable. The room was very clean but a bit small. However it is a perfect size if you do not have kids. Complementary breakfast is very simple but good. I would absolutely recommend this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved this place. Great location and service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Han oak experience
We wanted to stay in the traditional Korean style room. and we find a perfect place. the area has good food and good historical site. the hotel owner also has a Cafe adjacent to the hotel which we ate breakfast and also we ordered some water melon juice. the water melon juice is very very good. Everyone should try it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laura, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Korea trip
Loved it. Traditional yet. Charming experience. Host was awesome. He went out if his way to make our stay enjoyable. Continental breakfast was appreciated, and we still went out for breakfast, but didn't have to rush because we had a little something to get us by. Recommend as the price is low and the experience was a great one. Very very clean. Also private bath was a plus, extremely clean bathroom. Would stay again at Laon Hanok.
Rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nomathemba

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay
I stayed overnight with Mr 13 and Miss 9. The owner was really helpful and welcoming. His simple breakfast was to our taste.
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

8/10 Good

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel for one-night Hanok stay
Nice option for a one-night stay at a "traditional" hanok (building is new but made to resemble a traditional Korean hanok, as are most other buildings in Jeonju's hanok village). The room was small as it should be, but clean and comfortable: a good mattress and pillows are important if you're sleeping on the floor! Main drawback was the bathroom, as the Korean style shower in a corner over the sink was uncomfortable even by Korean standards, and toiletries were lacking: shampoo, soap, toothbrush and toothpaste were provided, but nothing else was (not even a glass in the room, and no big towels but only hand towels). Overall this is not too important if you're staying just one night, but would probably be uncomfortable for longer stays. The location is good, but be prepared to ask around upon arrival as the place is somewhat hidden in a secluded alley. The staff was friendly and speaks good English, and was very helpful with restaurant recommendations. Breakfast is in the nicely set cafe upstairs, which is also open to the public, and was frugal but good (coffee, milk, orange juice, toast, jam and some fruit). However, it is only served from 9 to 10, so don't count on it if you want an early start. Probably won't be coming back to Jeonju, but could recommend the place to someone else.

8/10 Good

Casie, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful house.
A nice cafe, friendly owners, clean room! Guests staying there needs to keep their voice down at night because the whole place is very quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Ade, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Hanok Stay
Owner is a very warm person and he makes us feel at home. Every detail was well taken care of and he ensured we had everything we needed. Laon Hanok is a new and beautiful place and we highly recommend anyone who wants to experience Jeonju Hanok Village in a full package. Location is perfect and everywhere is just a short walk away. A simple breakfast was provided every morning and the view from the cosy cafe was a highlight. Thank you for your kind hospitality!
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Ji Hwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
The coffee shop on the second floor was beautiful and everything we had was good :D