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Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
Connect in the welcoming lobby or explore vibrant Hongik University area. Enjoy easy check-in and secure luggage storage.

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Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel in central Seoul is a practical base for exploration. Guests appreciate the multilingual staff, free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Its location near Lotte Outlets Seoul Station adds to its appeal.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Standard four bed mixed dormitory

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Standard six bed mixed dormitory

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Standard six bed female dormitory

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard 10 bed mixed dormitory | Free WiFi

Standard 10 bed mixed dormitory

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Standard four bed female dormitory

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Shared Bathroom (6 people)

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Shared Bathroom (4 people)

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Hongdae neighbourhood, Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel is connected to a shopping centre. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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67-6, Yeonnam-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul

What's nearby

  • Hongdae Street
    Hongdae Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hongik university in Seoul, South Korea; Shutterstock ID 517224160; Purchase Order: -
    Hongik University
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Yonsei University Underwood Hall and Yeonhi Hall in Seoul during winter morning at Seodaemun-gu , Seoul South Korea : 5 February 2023
    Yonsei University
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station
    7 min walk
  • Haengsin Station
    13 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • 중화복춘 골드
    2 min walk
  • 주막보리밥
    2 min walk
  • 카페 애틱 (Cafe Attic)
    4 min walk
  • 대충유원지
    2 min walk
  • 터틀힙
    2 min walk

About this property

Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel

  • Hostel near Hongik University
  • Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-in, a lift and meeting rooms
    • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
  • Other amenities include:
    • Shared bathrooms with showers
    • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 797 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel located?

Located in Hongdae, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Gyeongui Line Forest Park and Hongik University. Hongdae Street and Yonsei University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Hongik University Station is 7 minutes by foot and Mangwon Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kimchee Hongdae Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

7.0

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

WooJune

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
침대가 너무 삐꺽 소리가 나고 방도 더럽다 그리고 에어컨만 괜찮고 다른걸 별로 였다
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

HEEJOO

어.. 위치 좋은.. 바람만 막을만할만한 곳입니다!

어.. 위치 좋은.. 바람만 막을만할만한 곳입니다!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

EUNJUNG

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I visited here alone. The bed is massed up(i don't think they don't checked everyday) if you don't ask towel u can't received it. Ur room is suddenly locked.. you need key all the time. Cheep price. But only cheep. Usually i dont write this... but people have to know this!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

HYEON UK

저렴해서 좋아요
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

kaori

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
何よりも汚い、階段にバスタオルがたくさん落ちて黒くなって何日も放置、缶のドリンクも中身こぼれてほっとかれ放置。寝室も床は歩くと足の裏が真っ黒で、ゴミもそこら中落ちてる。扉が錆びてて開きづらい。 タオルも臭くて使えず自分で持参したものを使いました。 セキュリティが全くなっておらず、入口、部屋、ロッカーどこにも鍵はありません。誰でもいつでも寝室に入れます。毎晩不安に思いながら寝ていました。 女性専用部屋を予約したにもかかわらず、男性が部屋の中に入ってくる(その寝室を使っている女性の友人)そしてそのまま話してる。女性専用部屋なのだから、男性は入れないで欲しいです。 フロントに伝えると。やんわりーと注意するだけで解決にならず。 3泊しましたが、2日目、3日目の夕方まで部屋のトイレ、シャワーが使えなくなり、寒い中夜中に違うフロアのトイレを借りなくてはいけなくなった。 ちなみに部屋の水周りは常に水漏れしていました。 トイレだけやむを得ず使いましたが、シャワーは3日全て最寄りの銭湯(チムチルバン)を利用しました。 フロント横に喫煙室がありますが、ちゃんとドアが閉められてないのかフロントまでかなりタバコ臭く、フロント目の前にある小さいキッチンは匂いが気になり使えません。 二度と利用したくありません。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
非常髒亂。衛浴設備很爛
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

.

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Instalaciones en mal estado, limpieza muy pobre y a veces inexistente.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
いつも泊まるが毎回すごく良い。 スタッフも優しい！また行きたい。
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The whole experience was disappointing. The only thing that was good for me were a few of the other guests and the location of the guest house. The staff during check-in were kinda unprofessional and the guest house overall looked to be a mess.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
部屋にエアコンもついていてよかった。シャワールームとトイレが一緒で床が濡れてて汚ないと思った。寝るだけなら全然良い。オーナーさんが優しい。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

후기

욕실 세면기 때문에 발이 다 젖었어요 욕실관리만좀 잘해주시면 좋을거 같아요 다른건 괜찮았어요 이불도 오리털이라 편하게 잤어요
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

ANNOYMOUS

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
sound proof is not good. couple making love at adjacent room can be hear clearly... what a hostel is it?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Estella

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dirty and unsafe but good location

You can find a way better place for the same price. It's a basic guesthouse, but based on my experience it was very dirty and none of the doors had locks (not even the main entrance door), which really bothered me. This is an ok place to stay for one night, since the location is good, but I still wouldn't recommend this guesthouse.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

MI JIN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
게스트하우스 문을 열고 들어서는 순간부터 정리안되고 먼지 가득하고 더럽다라는. 생각이 들었다 근데 지정된 방 청소상태와 방바닥의 먼지들 이불에서 빠진 오리털 침대아래 다른손님에 양말에 ... 정말 이런 게스트하우스를 외국인이 묵는다는게~ 우리나라에 대해 어떤 인상이 심길지... 여러분들 정말 더러워요.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The layout in which the dormitories are set up, it is interesting for sure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. They were full of helpful local information and if I had any concerns they were able to sort them all out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thibault

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is very well located The atmosphere is nice and quiet And the staff is really cool and helpful especially Mathias
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good job

Overall was fine, I've been there for 15 days without any kind of issues.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L’ambiance à la guest house est pas mal Merci particulièrement à Mathias pour son aide Je reviendrai
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JUNGEUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
괜찮아요 가성비갑
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
전철역에서 걷기 좋은 위치에 있었고, 두번째 방문 서비스 대응도 빠르고, 직원분들이 친절하고, 밝았습니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
共用ルームではみんな優しかった
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

ドミトリーです。

お金節約には、良いと思います。 普通に、寝られます。水周りokです。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Yura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

활기찬 김치게스트하우스

게하를 첫방문이라 낯설었다. 안내해주는 분이 젊은 외국여성분이였는데, 남자랑 함께 숙박하는 룸에 안내해서 처음 당황스러웠다. 잘 쉬고 왔어요. 체크아웃 할때, 밝은 미소가 좋았다고 칭찬해줘서 김치게스트하우스를 3박 예약해 다시방문합니다.ㅎㅎ
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019