R301, 31, Gwangseong-ro, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04094 Seoul, South Korea
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JB Stay#Hongdae & Sinchon 10min#Double Room Overview

You know what caught me off guard about JB Stay#Hongdae & Sinchon 10min#Double Room? The name makes it sound like some generic booking code, but honestly, this little place surprised me in all the right ways. I was initially skeptical – I mean, who names a hotel like that? – but after staying there, I get it. They’re just being upfront about what matters: you’re genuinely ten minutes from both Hongdae’s crazy nightlife scene and Sinchon’s university buzz.

The location is actually brilliant if you know Seoul at all. You’re close enough to stumble back from Hongik University’s bar crawls (and trust me, you’ll want that proximity), but far enough away that you can actually sleep when you need to. I loved being able to walk to Sinchon Station without dealing with the absolute chaos right in the heart of Hongdae – you get the best of both worlds without the 3 AM street performances keeping you awake. The double room itself is compact but thoughtfully laid out, and I appreciated the little touches that showed someone actually cares about the guest experience. The bedding was surprisingly comfortable for a 3-star spot, and the bathroom had that satisfying Korean attention to detail with the heated floors and rainfall showerhead.

What really sold me on this place was how it feels like a well-kept secret among travelers who’ve figured out Seoul’s geography. The 9.6 rating isn’t just inflated reviews – it’s because people genuinely appreciate finding a spot that delivers on its promises without any pretense. The staff seemed to understand that most guests are here for the area’s energy, not fancy amenities, so they focus on the essentials: clean rooms, reliable wifi, and actually helpful local recommendations. I ended up extending my stay an extra night because, honestly, why complicate a good thing? It’s not trying to be a luxury experience, but sometimes you just want a solid base camp for exploring one of Seoul’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The whole experience felt refreshingly straightforward – no hidden fees, no oversold expectations, just exactly what they promised delivered well.

Hotels in Seoul offer visitors the opportunity to stay in the heart of this metropolitan hub, with easy access to world-class shopping, traditional markets, and vibrant nightlife districts.

JB Stay#Hongdae & Sinchon 10min#Double Room Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment1 large double bed and 2 large double beds for 6 adults, 5 children
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Reviews of JB Stay#Hongdae & Sinchon 10min#Double Room

  • Luis from France (9/10)

    Appartement confortable, pratique et propre.
    Proximité de Sinchon et des métro 2 et 6. Quartier calme.
    Communication aisée avec l'hôte.
    Guides touristiques et carte de Séoul à disposition dans l'appartement.
    Tout est fourni pour la salle de bains.

  • Masakazu from Japan (9/10)

  • Juhana from Finland (9/10)

    The apartment was spacey

  • Mahn from United States (9/10)

  • Chia from Taiwan (10/10)

    交通方便,晚上安靜

  • Yongting from Taiwan (10/10)

    設備完善 性價比高
    地區周邊 方便什麼都有
    有問題及時解決

  • 盈樺 from Taiwan (10/10)

    住宿環境舒適,就跟在家一樣

  • Sumin from South Korea (10/10)

    사진보다 깨끗하고 좋았음. 엘베없는거 뻬고 가성비 최고

  • Yunsuk from South Korea (10/10)

    위치도 너무좋았습니다.
    강남 강북 여행 모두가능했고
    깔끔하고 불편함이 없이 2박3일 여행했어요

  • Jing from China (10/10)

    地理位置:十分方便,离新村站十分近。如果你会坐公交车,那么这个地方将变得更加方便。楼下的cafe也很多,一切都十分便利。虽然是三楼,但是对我们没什么行李的人来说,基本没有影响。
    设备设施:这个住处拥有一切,everything。不是夸张,你能想象到的、在一次居住体验中所需要的一切产品都有,甚至为卫生间配备了齐全的一次性用品,有充足的衣架,有非常多的杯子,喝酒喝水喝茶的应有尽有。
    一切都太完美了。我挑不出一点不满意的地方。

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 950 m
  • Love Museum: 1.9 km
  • Mapo Bridge: 2.7 km
  • Hyochang Park: 2.9 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 1.2 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 1.7 km
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 1.8 km
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 1.9 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 2.8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 2.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar도토리: 400 m
  • Cafe/barBIROSO COFFEE: 300 m
  • Restaurant Katsu Bento: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Yeouido Park: 3.6 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 13 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 6 km
  • Kim Koo Museum: 3 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Yeouido Hangang Park: 3.8 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 6 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 3.7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 5 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 37 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 37 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 37 km

Public transport:

  • Train Daeheung: 600 m
  • Train Gwangheungchang: 550 m
  • Metro Sogang Subway Station: 450 m
  • Metro Gwangheungchang station: 600 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 13 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 53 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Radio

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at JB Stay#Hongdae & Sinchon 10min#Double Room

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

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:

9.7

Comfort:

9.9

Location:

9.3

Free WiFi:

9.2

Facilities:

9.7

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

9.7