3FL, 96, Bugahyeon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seodaemun-Gu, 03748 Seoul, South Korea
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New open, Pick-up svc, Private, 3 rooms, Hongdae Overview

You know what caught me off guard about New open, Pick-up svc, Private, 3 rooms, Hongdae? The fact that a 3-star place could feel this boutique and personal. I mean, when you’re dealing with just three rooms total, you’re basically getting the whole intimate guesthouse experience without the awkwardness of staying in someone’s actual home.

The location is honestly perfect if you want to be right in the thick of Hongdae’s energy but still have a quiet retreat to crash in. I’m talking maybe a 3-minute walk from all the karaoke bars and street food stalls, but tucked away enough that you won’t have drunk university students singing outside your window at 3 AM. The owner actually provides pick-up service, which sounds simple but trust me – when you’re dragging luggage through those narrow Hongdae side streets after a long flight, you’ll appreciate not having to navigate the maze yourself. The whole area can be pretty overwhelming if you don’t know where you’re going, especially with all the construction and temporary shop changes that seem to happen monthly around there.

What really impressed me was how they’ve managed to make each room feel completely private despite the small scale. The soundproofing is surprisingly good (I tested this theory during peak weekend hours), and honestly, the 9.8 rating makes total sense once you experience the attention to detail. The owner clearly gets that travelers want local immersion but also need their downtime space. I found myself actually hanging out in the common areas because they felt designed for real conversation, not just Instagram photos. The whole setup reminds me more of staying with a really organized friend who happens to know all the best late-night snack spots within a two-block radius. You’ll probably end up getting restaurant recommendations that aren’t in any guidebook – the kind of places where locals actually eat after the bars close. Just don’t expect a massive lobby or room service; this is more about authentic neighborhood living with hotel-level cleanliness and comfort.

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New open, Pick-up svc, Private, 3 rooms, Hongdae Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 single bed, 2 × 1 double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 5 adults
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Reviews of New open, Pick-up svc, Private, 3 rooms, Hongdae

  • Sisi from Australia (10/10)

    Property next door to a CU convience store, cafe downstairs and bus stop at front door. Location is perfectly situated in a nice neighbourhood not too far from downtown. House was fully furnished with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Owner always checking on how we were and if we needed anything. One of the nights we stayed, there was a power cut on the street, and she came with a torch for us to use. Beds very comfortable.

  • Gary from United States (9/10)

    Roomy and lots of good restaurants close by

  • Aliento from Philippines (10/10)

    The host is always quick to answer to questions and concerns. Very helpful to give directions. They even helped us locate and get back our camera that we dropped in a taxi. With that we are very very thankful to the hosts.

    The place is also very convenient with a CU store right in the corner where you can buy daily needs, a delicious bakeshop across for breads and the bus to go around, stops right outside the gate. It is that convenient!! 🙂

  • Maëva from France (10/10)

    la superficie, la déco, la propreté, le calme
    les hôtes avaient offert deux bons pour prendre le petit déjeuner dans le très bon café en dessous de l'appartement.
    Ils nous ont aidé à commander un taxi et l'ont même gentiment offert

  • Huiting from China (10/10)

    房东在入住之前很细心的帮我们写了多国语言的民宿到达路线,以及入住指南,期间也非常贴心的让我们存放行李
    民宿里有3个房间,足够住5-6人,非常干净整洁,设备齐全,甚至还有充电转换插头,住的非常舒服
    体验感满分~

  • Jun from Italy (10/10)

  • Тамара from Russia (10/10)

  • Sisi from China (10/10)

  • Meshari from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Rice Museum: 1.6 km
  • Seosomun Park: 1.8 km
  • Dokdo Museum Seoul: 1.7 km
  • Agricultural Museum: 1.6 km
  • Site of Donuimun Gate: 1.8 km
  • Seoul Museum of History: 2.1 km
  • Seodaemun Independence Park: 2.1 km
  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall: 2.2 km
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 1.4 km
  • Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum: 2.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Gyros: 1.2 km
  • Restaurant Marie: 1.7 km
  • Restaurant Nambe & Chef g: 1.8 km

Top attractions:

  • Seoullo 7017: 2.6 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 14 km
  • Gyeonghuigung: 2.5 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 5 km
  • Dongnimmun Gate: 2.3 km
  • Seoul Museum of Art: 2.4 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 4.6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 3.6 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 5 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 3.7 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 35 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Ahyeon: 950 m
  • Train Aeogae: 1.5 km
  • Train Seodaemun: 1.4 km
  • Metro Chungjeongno: 1.4 km

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 16 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 55 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Video
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower
  • Picnic area

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
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House Rules at New open, Pick-up svc, Private, 3 rooms, Hongdae

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 17:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

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:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

9.1

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10