Rakkojae is a beautiful hanok guesthouse and restaurant that is located near Anguk Station. Built over 130 years ago, Rakkojae's main building was once a Korean cultural academy. The building has undergone subsequent renovation and was remodeled into its current form by Jeong Yeongjin who holds the designation of Master Carpenter of Human Cultural Properties. At Rakkojae's restaurant, visitors can enjoy Korean food, a tea drinking ceremony, Korean folk music and dance in the picturesque setting of a traditional hanok. Advance reservations are required to dine at Rakkojae. Experience Seoul in a beautiful traditional hanok!
Check-in time: After 3:00 PM
Check-out time: Before 11:00 AM
Holidays
Open year round
Days of Operation
Daily
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Rakgojae is a traditional cultural experience center where visitors can stay in a traditional hanok and enjoy traditional food, music, and dance. Built in an “ㅁ” shape around a central courtyard, Rakgojae faithfully recreates the refined lifestyle of the yangban aristocracy of the past. The beauty of traditional architecture is enhanced by the natural charm of the tiled walls, pavilions, ponds, jar racks, and chimneys, as well as the pine trees and bamboo scattered among the hanok buildings. Visitors can also experience Korean traditional culture, including traditional cuisine and tea ceremonies, as well as performances of traditional Korean music such as daegeum and pansori. However, Rakgojae is rented out as an entire house for groups of 5–9 people, and the price is comparable to that of a hotel. Agungi Jjimjilbang: Rakgojae features an Agungi Jjimjilbang. Overnight guests can use it free of charge. The unique warmth of the ondol heating system is another charm of the hanok for foreign tourists. Exclamations of “Wonderful!” keep coming out.
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Latest 5 reviews of Rakkojae Seoul Bukchon Hanok Village
A peaceful taste of the past in frenetic Seoul
This is a wonderful place. The design speaks for itself and is a wonderful contrast to super modern Seoul. Rooms are a good size and the bathrooms modern and well equipped. We had the Korean...
I6673KLmarkh2026-08-05
A Beautiful Experience
This hotel was a dream. The ambience is peaceful and it feels special to be there. Every morning a Korean breakfast was delivered to our room. The staff ensured that we had our welcome tea and...
Pret C2026-04-06
Great authentic Korean experience
If you are looking for a Marriott or Disney-like property, this is not for you. I was looking to an authentic traditional Korean experience and this is exactly what I got. I love the traditional...
Jia L2026-02-08
Simply dreadful!
Simply dreadful!
Really difficult to find, very rude staff, very poor breakfast, no vegan or gluten free options.
On arrival the lady had no English and just kept shouting at us, Like if you shout...
meljbunce2025-12-01
Consider carefully before booking and temper your expectations
Although a charming place to stay, the Rakkojae may not have been the best accommodation for the type of vacation we planned. Our stay in Seoul was the end of a several country Asian vacation...
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
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예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation) ※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation) ※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)