1F, 24-9, Yeonnam-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03990 Seoul, South Korea
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Starlight Stay #Hongdae station 5min Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Starlight Stay #Hongdae station 5min? It’s actually positioned perfectly for someone who wants the full Seoul nightlife experience without feeling like they’re sleeping inside a nightclub. I mean, Hongdae can get pretty wild – we’re talking student district energy that doesn’t quit until sunrise – but this place manages to give you quick access while keeping things surprisingly peaceful when you need to crash.

The five-minute walk claim is legit, by the way. I timed it because, honestly, I’m always skeptical about those distance promises. It’s more like a leisurely four minutes if you know the shortcuts through the smaller alleys, which the front desk folks will definitely point out (they seem to genuinely care about helping you navigate the maze that is this neighborhood). What I really appreciated was how they acknowledged that first-timers to Hongdae can get completely turned around – there’s something refreshing about staff who remember what it’s like to be lost in a new city. The area itself is this fascinating mix of indie music venues tucked between Korean BBQ joints and late-night coffee shops that somehow make perfect sense together.

Here’s what sold me on the place though – the attention to details that matter when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days. The rooms have this clean, modern setup that doesn’t try too hard to be trendy, plus really good blackout curtains (essential when you’re dealing with Seoul’s neon-bright nights and your jet-lagged sleep schedule). I noticed they’ve got solid soundproofing too, which is clutch because Hongdae’s street performers and weekend crowds can get enthusiastic well past midnight. The whole building feels well-maintained in that Korean way where everything just works properly – you know, hot water that’s actually hot, reliable wifi that doesn’t cut out when you need it most, that sort of thing. Honestly, for a 4-star spot with a perfect rating, it delivers exactly what you’d hope for without any of those unpleasant surprises that can derail a trip. If you’re planning to explore Seoul’s music scene or just want to be where things are happening after dark, this is the kind of base camp that lets you dive into the chaos and then retreat somewhere comfortable when you need to recharge.

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Starlight Stay #Hongdae station 5min Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Room Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 2 × 2 large double beds for 6 adults
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Reviews of Starlight Stay #Hongdae station 5min

  • Sonia from Italy (10/10)

    Era ben fornita da asciugamani e accessori aggiuntivi.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 1.7 km
  • Love Museum: 1.1 km
  • World Cup Park: 2.8 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park: 2.8 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 1.4 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 550 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 650 m
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 2.6 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 2.8 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 800 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Cafe Grand: 300 m
  • Restaurant Gamnamujib: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar Yeonnam Salon: 250 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 15 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 8 km
  • Seonyudo Park: 3.1 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 3.6 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center: 3.3 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Memorial Museum National Assembly of South Korea: 4.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 6 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 40 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 40 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 40 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Gajwa: 1.4 km
  • Train Sangsu: 1.8 km
  • Train Mangwon: 1.2 km
  • Metro Hongik University Station: 600 m

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Outdoor & View:

  • Landmark view

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Carpeted
  • Fan

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Starlight Stay #Hongdae station 5min

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

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:

7.5

Comfort:

10

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

7.5