Choosing the right accommodation is crucial for comfortable recovery. Seoul offers various options for medical tourists.

Clinic-Affiliated Housing

Advantages

  • Close to clinic for check-ups
  • Staff familiar with post-surgery needs
  • Often includes meals
  • Nurse visits may be available

Considerations

  • May be more expensive
  • Less independence
  • Variable quality

Recovery Guesthouses

Features

  • Designed for medical tourists
  • Staff experienced with recovery
  • Meals catering to healing
  • Community with other patients

Price Range

$50-150/night depending on services

Hotels

Gangnam Area

  • Close to most clinics
  • Many options at all price points
  • Familiar international chains available
  • Room service for recovery days

What to Look For

  • Elevator access
  • Comfortable bed (you'll spend time in it)
  • Nearby convenience stores
  • Good lighting for checking healing

Airbnb/Serviced Apartments

Advantages

  • Kitchen for preparing soft foods
  • More space
  • Washing machine access
  • Often more economical for longer stays

Location Tips

  • Stay within 20 minutes of your clinic
  • Ensure easy transportation access
  • Nearby pharmacies useful
  • Consider neighborhood convenience stores

Booking Strategy

  • Book flexible/refundable initially
  • Confirm dates after surgery booking
  • Consider extending if recovery takes longer