30, Wausan-ro 29-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04052 Seoul, South Korea
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Roise House In Hongdae Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Roise House In Hongdae, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a place with such a simple name in one of Seoul‘s most chaotic neighborhoods. But you know what? Sometimes the understated spots end up being the real gems, and this turned out to be exactly that kind of find.

The thing about staying in Hongdae is that you’re literally in the heart of Seoul’s college scene – I mean, Hongik University is right there, so the energy is just constantly buzzing around you. What impressed me about Roise House is how they’ve managed to create this perfect balance where you’re close enough to stumble back from the clubs and late-night chicken spots, but the actual hotel itself feels like a peaceful retreat from all that madness. The soundproofing is actually really good (trust me, this matters when you’re dealing with Korean nightlife that goes until sunrise), and I was surprised how quiet my room stayed even on weekend nights when the streets were packed.

The staff here really gets it – they understand that people staying in Hongdae aren’t your typical business travelers or tour groups. They’re cool with you coming back at 3 AM, they know which convenience stores nearby have the best hangover remedies, and honestly, they gave me some of the best local recommendations I got during my entire Seoul trip. The rooms themselves have this clean, minimalist vibe that feels very Korean but not in that trying-too-hard way some boutique places do. Everything just works – the Wi-Fi is solid (essential for posting those Hongdae street food pics), the beds are comfortable, and the bathrooms are way nicer than you’d expect for the price point. I particularly loved that they stock good quality toiletries and the shower pressure was excellent, which after walking around Seoul all day, you really appreciate. What really sold me on this place though was the location specifics – you’re literally a two-minute walk from Hongik University Station, which means you can easily hop on Line 2 or 6 to get anywhere in the city, but you’re also within stumbling distance of Club FF, Rolling Hall, and all those tiny basement bars that make Hongdae special. The 10-point rating they’ve earned makes total sense once you experience how they’ve nailed every little detail that actually matters to travelers.

Best hotels in Seoul range from luxurious properties in the upscale Gangnam district to boutique hotels with stunning views of Namsan Tower and the Han River.

Roise House In Hongdae Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 double beds and 2 × 1 double bed for 6 adults
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Reviews of Roise House In Hongdae

  • Hyeyoung from South Korea (10/10)

    It was the best accommodation I've experienced in Hongdae!! The location is very close to Hongdae Station, and there are many shopping streets, restaurants, and great cafes around. It couldn't be better than this. we had a lot of luggage, and it was great that we could store it for free. The host was especially kind and responded very quickly, providing excellent service.
    I would definitely stay here again if I’m back in Hong-Dae!
    I really liked the interior of the accommodation and it was the cleanest accommodation I've ever been to.

  • Maria from United States (10/10)

  • 靜玲 from Taiwan (10/10)

  • 창우 from South Korea (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 600 m
  • Love Museum: 800 m
  • Seonyudo Park: 3.3 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 400 m
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 500 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 500 m
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 1.8 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 3.1 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 1.7 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 3.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Tailor Coffee: 50 m
  • Cafe/bar Cafe Unplugged: 50 m
  • Restaurant Kim Gyeong Ok Chicken feet: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Mapo Bridge: 3.8 km
  • COEX Aquarium: 16 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 7 km
  • Kim Koo Museum: 4 km
  • World Cup Park: 3.7 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 5 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 3.8 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 6 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 Sangsu: 1.3 km
  • Train Gwangheungchang: 1.2 km
  • Metro Sogang Subway Station: 800 m
  • Metro Hongik University Station: 450 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 12 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 52 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Services & Extras:

  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
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House Rules at Roise House In Hongdae

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10