Historic Hotels & Resorts in Sungin 1-dong

Significant historical sites in Sungin 1-dong are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re visiting the area, why not also discover all you’ll find to see and do here?

Based on our travel expertise, Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun is a top property for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Bukchon Hanok Village is a short 16-minute drive away.

In Sungin 1-dong, there are 3 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

A favourite place to visit is Naksan Myogaksa. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find Lotte World and Bukchon Hanok Village.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Sungin 1-dong, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Sungin 1-dong, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.