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DW Stay Hongdae

Name: DW Stay Hongdae
Address: 566-52, Yeonnam-Dong, Seoul, Seoul, 121-869, Seoul, KR

★★★·8.6/ 10Recommended

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📍566-52, Yeonnam-Dong, Seoul, Seoul, 121-869 · Seoul ↗

📞+8223344605

Express check-out24-hour front deskLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outFree WiFiConcierge serviceAll 14 facilities +

Review

Official

With a stay at DW Stay Hongdae in Seoul (Mapo), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hongik University and YG Entertainment Building. This guesthouse is 3. 6 mi (5. 8 km) from Seoul City Hall and 3. 9 mi (6. 2 km) from Myeongdong Street. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Stay in one of 13 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and slippers. Conveniences include phones with free local calls, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests consistently praise the convenient Hongdae location, strong value for money, luggage elevator, and well-equipped shared spaces. Common complaints involve very small rooms, poor bathroom drainage causing flooding, thin walls affecting sleep, unclear pre-arrival check-in information, and minor security concerns regarding access and passwords.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location8.5

Surroundings8.2

Value8.1

Service8.1

Cleanliness7.9

Rooms7.8

Facilities7.7

Wi-Fi5.8

＋ PraisedConvenient location · Helpful luggage elevator · Strong hot water · Well-equipped public areas

－ ComplaintsSmall room size · Poor soundproofing · Lack of service response · Security concerns

KEYBest for budget travelers prioritizing location. Bring earplugs, pack compact luggage, and expect basic self-check-in with limited on-site staff.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and transportation convenience?＋

Located in the heart of Hongdae near universities and subway stations. It scores 8.5/10 for location, praised for convenience and nearby dining.

valueIs this hotel good value for money? Recommended?＋

Highly recommended with a 99% rate. The 'Value' dimension scores 8.1/10. Guests find it affordable and practical despite compact rooms.

roomHow big are the rooms? Can suitcases be opened fully?＋

Rooms are quite small; guests often report difficulty opening suitcases fully. While a luggage elevator helps, indoor space is limited.

roomHow is the bathroom drainage? Is there flooding?＋

Some guests report poor drainage leading to water accumulation during showers. Hot water is strong, but control flow to avoid flooding.

roomIs the soundproofing good? Is it quiet at night?＋

Soundproofing is weak due to thin walls; earplugs are recommended. Some rooms also have poor blackout curtains.

facilityWhat public facilities are available? Is there a kitchen?＋

Features a well-equipped shared kitchen with water dispensers and microwaves. Facilities score 7.7/10, plus luggage elevators and free WiFi.

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Room types · 5

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Double Room

1 × Queen Bed17 ㎡up to 2

1 Queen Bed183 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioningNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Family Triple Room

1 × Double bed / 1 × Twin bed17 ㎡up to 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed183 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioningNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

1 × Twin bed9 ㎡up to 1

1 Twin Bed100 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioningNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Twin Room

1 × Bunk bed9 ㎡up to 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed100 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioningNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Standard Twin Room (Bunk beds)

1 × Bunk bedup to 1

1 Twin Bunk BedSoundproofed room Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, slippers, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioningNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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DiningSights

Sarukame

Ramen · Bib

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Sarukame is currently run by its second-generation owner-chef Hiroto Honma. He is carrying on its culinary legacy by preserving its original recipes. Such effort, coupled with his gastronomic sensibility and international experience in the restaurant business, is adding new narrative layers to this establishment. Sarukame continues to create exclusive menus that combine the flavours of trendy ramen in Japan, classic flavours, and new original flavours, thereby shaping its brand identity and serving the ever-changing needs of Seoul's ramen aficionados.

58m

Nishimuramen

Ramen · Bib

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This Fukuoka restaurant, known for its unique combination of Japanese ramen and French cooking, has now opened in Seoul. Created by Chef Takahito Nishimura as an expression of his deep passion for ramen, the restaurant showcases his personal style through layered flavours built from carefully balanced toppings, sauces, and oils. While remaining true to ramen tradition, the kitchen thoughtfully localises its dishes with elements such as laver oil, Cheongyang chilli pepper, and tsukemono inspired by white kimchi. A standout dish of freshly cooked pot rice mixed with cheese and ramen broth furthe

375m

Jin Jin

Chinese · Bib

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For over 40 years, Chef Wang Yuk-sung has been committed to popularizing Chinese cuisine in Korea. Unlike most generic Korean-style Chinese restaurants ubiquitous to Seoul, Chef Wang offers a limited menu of just ten dishes to ensure that the quality of the food he serves is consistently high. Some of the most requested dishes include shrimp toast, stir-fried crab meat with egg white, mapo tofu and stir-fried beef with gai lan.

863m

Damtaek

Ramen · Bib

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Damtaek is a cozy little ramen haven nestled in a quiet alley near Hapjeong Station. Chef Jo Won-hyeon has purposefully adorned this quaint space with vintage artifacts. The restaurant’s shio ramen, and associated variations that use the same soup base, are in stark contrast to its homey, down-to-earth vibe. The refined and clean flavors of the soups are singular and inspire lingering addiction. With a passion for creating tastes unbound by culinary convention, the chef has persistently dedicated his craft toward perfecting the art of shio ramen, creating ramen that can delight any palate.

963m

Okdongsik

Dwaeji-gukbap · Bib

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Okdongsik has defined its own refined take on dwaeji gukbap, offering a light, clean broth reminiscent of gomtang. Made from the ham and foreleg of native Korean black pigs raised on Jirisan Mountain, the broth is subtle yet elegant in flavour. Prepared using the toryeom method—repeatedly pouring hot broth over the rice—each grain comes alive, enhancing the dish's depth. The house dipping sauce complements paper-thin slices of pork beautifully. Delicately crafted kimchi dumplings complete the comforting dining experience.

1.2km

Seokyonanmyunbang

Noodles · Bib

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Chef Nak-young Kim, an expert on Italian cuisine, offers his unique take on noodle dishes at Seokyonanmyunbang. His nanmyeon is a unique, creative fusion of Korean and Italian culinary traditions. The chef delicately balances these two distinctive traditions to highlight the texture of noodles and the delectable flavours of broth. Signature dishes include gueomdak nanmyeon made from a Jeju breed of chicken and seokyo nanmyeon featuring a broth made from chicken and Hanwoo beef. The chef creates seasonal noodle dishes, making it worthwhile to make multiple visits for new experiences.

1.2km

Oreno Ramen

Ramen · Bib

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Oreno Ramen blends its broth just before serving, creating a frothy soup that pleasantly coats the palate. The paitan, made by boiling a whole chicken, is a milky broth with a nutty flavour and creamy texture. House-made noodles, melt-in-your-mouth chicken, kelp, and egg complete an exceptional bowl. For an extra kick, opt for the spicy broth, and take advantage of complimentary refills of noodles, rice, and broth. Though the restaurant often has a long queue, turnover is quick, so waits are usually short. A side of chilli peppers is also recommended and provided free of charge.

1.6km

Hapjeongok

Gomtang · Bib

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Hapjeongok is a restaurant born of nostalgia. As they were reminiscing one day on the father-in-law’s beef bone soup and boiled beef slices, the latter suggested to his daughter-in-law that they should open a beef bone soup restaurant. The establishment stays true to the inspiration — deeply flavorful beef broth, rice rendered soft and sweet in the piping hot soup, tender slices of beef, and a generous serving of boiled offal. The restaurant’s cabbage soybean paste soup is also a must try. Only around 100 portions of soup are served daily, so go early.

1.7km

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DW Stay Hongdae

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 5

Double Room

Family Triple Room

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Standard Twin Room (Bunk beds)

Facilities · 14

Nearby & map