6-6 Yeonnam-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 03988 Seoul, South Korea
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Sunnyhill Guesthouse Hongdae Overview

You know what struck me first about Sunnyhill Guesthouse Hongdae? It’s actually tucked away just enough from the main chaos to give you some breathing room, but you’re still close enough to stumble back from the bars without needing a taxi. I mean, when you’re staying in Seoul‘s party district, that balance is honestly harder to find than you’d think.

The place has this sort of cozy, no-frills vibe that works really well if you’re not expecting luxury but want something clean and comfortable. The rooms are compact – well, this is Seoul, so that’s pretty standard – but they’ve managed to squeeze in everything you actually need without making it feel cramped. The beds are surprisingly decent, and honestly, after walking around Hongdae all day (trust me, you’ll be doing a lot of walking), you’ll appreciate having a proper place to crash. What I really liked was how quiet it stays despite being in the middle of everything. The soundproofing is better than most places in this price range, which is crucial because Hongdae doesn’t really sleep until around 6 AM.

The staff here actually knows what they’re doing – they’re not just going through the motions like at some guesthouses. They’ll point you toward the good late-night food spots that aren’t just tourist traps, and they understand that most people staying here are either young travelers or locals who want to be walking distance from the nightlife. Check-in was smooth, and they’re pretty flexible about luggage storage if you arrive early or need to leave bags after checkout. The common areas are nothing fancy, but there’s a decent spot to hang out if you want to meet other travelers, though honestly, most people are either sleeping off the previous night or getting ready for the next one. The location really is the star here – you’re maybe a three-minute walk from Hongik University Station, and all those narrow streets packed with bars, clubs, and 24-hour Korean BBQ joints are right there. Plus, you’ve got convenience stores on every corner, which becomes important when you realize you forgot something or need snacks at 2 AM. For a 3-star place with a 7.4 rating, it delivers exactly what it promises without trying to be something it’s not.

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Sunnyhill Guesthouse Hongdae Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Double Room1 double bed for 2 adults
Twin Room with Bathroom2 single beds for 2 adults
Superior Family Room2 single beds and 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Sunnyhill Guesthouse Hongdae

  • Kaewkan from Thailand (8/10)

    It's a very clean place, easy to go everywhere. It's near every transport. The owner is very kind. If you need some help, he always helps you. I recommend you!!!👍👍👍

  • Thidarat from Thailand (7/10)

    Want you more clean the room.

  • Emrul from Bangladesh (8/10)

    Lot's of love and give 100 % requirement fullfil

  • Mikey from Australia (8/10)

    A really convenient and comfortable place to stay in Hongdae.

  • Kathy from Australia (5/10)

    The aircon was good in the bedroom and the water bottles given were very convenient.

  • Maia from Norway (8/10)

    Great room with good kitchen. Forgot something and staff came to retrieve it for me after i had left:))))

  • Kristina from Germany (9/10)

    It was clean and you had everything you needed.
    It is close to Hongdae.

  • Emrul from Bangladesh (8/10)

    Atmosphere

  • Esther from Malaysia (8/10)

    The owner is very friendly. The environment is quite and is perfect for rest. The room and bathroom is very clean.

  • Renée from Singapore (3/10)

    The only plus point was the location of the accommodation. It’s near a bus stop and not terribly noisy even though it’s next to the road. It’s near convenience stores, places with coffee in the morning, and good food. The accommodation itself is a disappointment.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wau Park: 1.9 km
  • Love Museum: 1.5 km
  • World Cup Park: 2.8 km
  • Mangwon Hangang Park: 2.6 km
  • Modern Design Museum: 1.6 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park: 800 m
  • Kakao Friends Concept Museum: 1 km
  • Ewha Woman’s University Museum: 2.7 km
  • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History: 2.5 km
  • War and Women’s Human Rights Museum: 700 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Gamnamujib: 350 m
  • Cafe/bar Yeonnam Salon: 150 m
  • Cafe/bar별빛카페달빛차: 40 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 16 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 8 km
  • Seonyudo Park: 3.4 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 7 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 6 km
  • Yanghwa Hangang Park: 3.9 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 8 km
  • Seoul Energy Dream Center: 3.3 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall: 4.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 7 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: 1.1 km
  • Train Mangwon: 1.5 km
  • Train Mapo-gu Office: 2 km
  • Metro Hongik University Station: 800 m

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

View:

  • View

Bedroom:

  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

General:

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

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

Services:

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean
  • Thai

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
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House Rules at Sunnyhill Guesthouse Hongdae

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 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:

8.1

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

8.0

Facilities:

7.8

Cleanliness:

7.5

Value for money:

8.0