35, Donggyo-ro 25-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03992 Seoul, South Korea
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DW Design Residence Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first walked into the DW Design Residence, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from a 3-star place, but this little gem actually surprised me in all the right ways. The lobby has this modern, minimalist vibe that feels way more expensive than what you’re paying, and you know what? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need when you’re traveling on a budget but don’t want to feel like you’re roughing it.

The design element really isn’t just marketing speak here – whoever put this place together actually has an eye for clean lines and smart use of space. My room was compact but thoughtfully laid out, with these clever built-in storage solutions that made unpacking a breeze (and I’m someone who usually lives out of a suitcase because hotel closets are terrible). The bathroom was surprisingly spacious too, which honestly caught me off guard. I mean, you expect cramped quarters at this price point, but they managed to fit in a proper shower that didn’t require contortionist skills to use.

What really won me over was the attention to small details that most places overlook. The lighting actually works for both getting ready in the morning and winding down at night – sounds basic, but you’d be amazed how many hotels mess this up. The bed was firm enough to sleep well on but not like sleeping on concrete, and the pillows… well, they weren’t amazing but definitely serviceable. The 7.8 rating makes total sense to me because while it’s not luxury, everything functions properly and looks good doing it. Check-in was smooth, the staff seemed genuinely helpful rather than just going through the motions, and the WiFi actually worked throughout my stay (another thing you can’t take for granted). Sure, you won’t get room service or a concierge, but if you’re looking for a clean, well-designed base to explore from without breaking the bank, this place delivers on its promises without any unpleasant surprises.

DW Design Residence Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Studio (1 Adult)1 single bed for 1 adult
Studio (2 Adults)1 large double bed for 2 adults
Studio (3 Adults)1 single bed and 1 double bed for 3 adults
Deluxe Double Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Triple Room1 single bed and 1 double bed for 3 adults
Suite (4 Adults)2 double beds for 4 adults
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Reviews of DW Design Residence

  • Julia from South Korea (8/10)

    Good area. Close to subway station and the Hongdae area. Check-in and check out were super easy. We had a room with a bathroom. It was very spacious. The beds were good.

  • Ang from Singapore (8/10)

    I will stay again

  • Sin from Hong Kong (8/10)

    Location is good

  • Guan from Taiwan (7/10)

    Location

  • Ngoc from New Zealand (8/10)

    Great location, large room, everything needed for 1 week stay

  • Alpha from Australia (8/10)

    Location is really good
    Bedroom is clean and comfortable
    Common kitchen is well-equipped
    Care-taker is contactable anytime

  • Supachok from Thailand (8/10)

    location, staff

  • Kenneth from Philippines (8/10)

    near hongik univ station

  • Jinsujee from Thailand (9/10)

    Near the station

  • Chong from Malaysia (9/10)

    Bigger Space with attached bathroom

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 1.5 km
  • Love Museum: 750 m
  • Seonyudo Park: 2.8 km
  • World Cup Park: 2.8 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park: 2.7 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 1.3 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 550 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 500 m
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 2.6 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 750 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar턴: 300 m
  • Cafe/bar Cafe Burano: 200 m
  • Cafe/bar Suave – Macaron: 350 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 17 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 8 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 3.3 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center: 3.3 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 2.9 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 4.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 41 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 41 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 41 km

Public transport:

  • Train Sangsu: 1.6 km
  • Train Mangwon: 1.2 km
  • Metro Mangwon Station: 1.2 km
  • Metro Hongik University Station: 600 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 12 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 51 km

Facilities

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Chinese

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tour desk
  • Private parking
  • Luggage storage
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House Rules at DW Design Residence

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.4

Comfort:

8.0

Location:

8.9

Free WiFi:

6.6

Facilities:

7.8

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

8.1