Mid-century hanok haven
Two architectural eras meet across a central garden, pairing a 1957 brick residence with a traditional timber hanok in historic Bukchon.
What it’s good at
Notable
Mid-century woodwork and retro fixtures paired with traditional tiled roofs and paper screens.
Notable
A preserved 1957 mid-century brick residence alongside a traditional tiled-roof hanok annex.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Marrying the traditional charm of an old Korean hanok and the comfort of a modern boutique hotel, Bonum 1957 Hanok & Boutique offers the best of both worlds.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along Bukchon-ro in the historic hanok village, the hotel sits a short walk from royal palaces and Gahoe-dong artisan workshops.
The rooms
Western rooms keep original 1957 woodwork and garden terraces, while the standalone hanok suite houses traditional ondol heated floors and changhoji paper doors.
At the table
The cafe pours morning coffee and evening wine, opening onto illuminated wooden terraces under pine trees in the garden.
How it began
Built in 1957 as a rare Western-style brick residence in Gahoe-dong, the structure was revived in 2017, preserving its historic ceilings, stairs, and fixtures.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.