Hotels near Sinseol-dong Station, Seoul

This hotel boasts an excellent location. You can easily head west to Jung-gu, east to Seongsu-dong, and south to Gangnam. It's a mere one-minute walk from Sinseol-dong subway and bus stations. The self-check-in via QR code is super convenient, perfect for introverts! The hotel's design is very modern and exceptionally clean, a stylish blend of Korean minimalist retro, Nordic, and tech. The guests are mostly young people, a mix of locals and tourists. Dongmyo area, which is fantastic for exploring, is just a ten-minute walk away. If you're into retro, artsy, and aesthetic vibes, don't miss this hotel. Despite its rather uninspiring Chinese name, it completely exceeded my expectations once inside. I've stayed at the Four Seasons, Conrad, and Grand Hyatt in Seoul, which are all predictably five-star. But this place feels truly special and cozy, with a charmingly fresh and modernist appeal. The overall experience was absolutely wonderful. You'll understand once you stay here; the atmosphere is great, not at all gloomy.

It was my first time in Korea during the National Day holiday. I traveled with friends for a few days, and then they returned home. As a solo female traveler, I saw the price was decent, so I casually booked this hotel for two nights without much research. Once confirmed, it couldn't be canceled! This hotel is only suitable for a one-night layover, not for shopping or leisure tourists. I'll break down the pros and cons below. Also, you can find this hotel's address on China's Gaode Maps and Uber can get you there, but surprisingly, South Korea's local Naver Maps couldn't find the hotel name... Unless they improve their luggage policy, or if you only have a backpack, otherwise, tourists should look elsewhere. Price Pros: Compared to other options nearby during the National Day holiday, the price of this hotel was acceptable to me, around 290-300 per night. No other pros come to mind. Transportation Pros & Cons: ❌ It's quite far from the subway. The nearest subway station is Sinseol-dong Station on Line 1, a 10-minute walk. If you're not good at using Korea's Naver Maps, don't just walk, because I once got lost... ❣️ Taking the bus is more convenient. The nearest bus stop is just dozens of meters away: Bomun-dong Community Center. From there, take one stop to Sinseol-dong Station Crossroads, and then take the subway from Sinseol-dong Station on Line 1. ❌ Check-in time: If you arrive early, you can't check in early. You need to check in at 7 PM and check out by 12 PM the next day. If you check out after 12 PM, you'll be charged separately for the extra time. Also, no matter how many nights you've booked, by 12 PM the next day, you have to pack your luggage and take it with you. Then, you re-check in at 7 PM that evening. If you store your luggage at the hotel, there's an extra charge, and it's not cheap – you could book a decent hotel for that price. Having to take my luggage with me was a major pain; I stayed two nights and dragged my luggage around for a whole day, it was exhausting. Environment and Hygiene: I used my own towels and toothbrushes, not the hotel's. Rooms on the third floor are quite small. For those with no other options, choose a larger room on the fifth floor. Also, there's no deadbolt chain on the door, which made me, as a woman, feel a bit unsafe. Later, I read other reviews and it seems this hotel might be a couple's 'love hotel'? That would explain the different check-in times and luggage rules...

We were able to store our luggage there prior to our stay as we wanted to go for Busan for a few days. We brought the luggage early in the morning around 6. Even though the hotel reception is closed at that time, the receptionist woke up for us to get our luggages. He had his night shift and was sleeping. Many thanks for him. Overall really nice and helpful employees. Breakfast is really simple, but for to go it’s good to have a bit. Room is really small but fictional. Not recommended if you have a lot of big luggages and like to spread them all over the room. But if you have light luggage it’s not a problem at all Room was small but clean. Nearby cafes are really nice. If you want to go shopping and party in hongdae then it’s good place to stay. Also not far to myeongdong - like 20 min I think. But far for Gangnam.

The location is good, right in front of the subway station. Other than that it's not so good. The elevator is small and only one. The moment I entered the room I was hit by a moldy smell. There is a hair dryer and refrigerator in the room. The water pressure in the shower is quite weak. Even though I was on the fifth floor there were mosquitoes and I woke up at 3am because of the itching. I killed five of them and went back to sleep, but the next night I woke up at 4am because of the itching. I couldn't kill them that day so I put up with it and went back to sleep. The location is good, but I don't think I'll stay here again.

The location is great, very convenient, and close to both Exit 7 and Exit 6 of Dongdaemun Subway Station. Exit 6 has a direct elevator, which is a plus if you have a lot of luggage. The service is also excellent; the front desk staff helped me with my bags and were always polite, bowing and greeting me whenever I left. Their attitude is really nice! This place is perfect for solo travelers, and the value for money is outstanding. The only downside is that it's not very soundproof, but the hotel does provide earplugs for sleeping!

Capsule bed was very comfortable, although I wouldn’t be able to stay linger than 2 maybe 3 nights due to lack of windows and no air flow. Amenities were great, useful balcony upstairs. It was difficult to find but the owner was extremely helpful. I recommend it, that was the best stay I had in Seoul.

Honestly, it was much better than I expected, incredible value for money. I really didn't anticipate this kind of environment or quality. The attitude and service quality were also very satisfying. It's much better value than where I stayed for the previous five days. The hygiene is excellent; I didn't check the opening date, but the furnishings and items feel very new. Plus, they've thought of everything you might need. The heating is also fantastic; it was warm as soon as I entered the room, even before I put the key card in. The bed is super comfortable too. I'll definitely stay here again next time. The surrounding facilities are also very comprehensive and it's not noisy. All in all, as a solo traveler, I had a very comfortable stay. The subway is also very close, just a few hundred meters, so it's not tiring even with luggage. 👍

The hotel's location is truly excellent. It's just a few minutes' walk to the MRT station, and there are plenty of food options and convenience stores nearby. However, the air conditioning unit in the room couldn't provide heating. In spring, when the weather fluctuates so much, heating is actually quite necessary. Also, both the duvet and sheets had stains on them. I hope they check them after washing before making the bed, as the stains were very obvious.

My stay at this hotel left a truly positive impression! The area is good – quiet, not crowded, and close to public transport. There's always someone at the front desk. The rooms are clean, and they were tidied daily with fresh linen and towels. They also provided water and coffee. My reservation was for two guests, but there was only one set of towels, which was a minor drawback. Be aware that the rooms are a bit dark. Wi-Fi was available 24/7. Overall, I recommend it!

The hotel is conveniently located near Wangsimni Station, just a 3-minute walk from exits 1 or 2. If you have luggage, using the escalator at exit 3 or the elevator near exit 6 (both within a 10-minute walk) makes it much easier to get to. The room had a circular bed, not the rectangular one shown in the pictures. It was quite large, easily big enough for two people. I barely noticed the typical Korean bathroom smell, though the shower drain was a bit clogged, which was a minor issue. The hairdryer was in a drawer; it was a little noisy but powerful enough to dry my hair effectively! At night, the heating was on constantly, making the room quite dry. I found that turning off the bathroom fan helped make it more comfortable. Behind the front desk, there was a lounge area with a coffee machine, a hot water dispenser for cup noodles, a microwave, and more, all available for guests to use freely. This was also the only place where free Wi-Fi was available. Room cleaning can be requested at the front desk when you head out in the morning. If you leave used bath towels and trash outside your door, they will be collected. You can also get fresh bath towels from the front desk if you ask. I'd read some reviews mentioning mold, but upon closer inspection, it was minimal, so if you're sensitive, you might want to bring your own. They provided enough room wear for everyone. There were several bottled waters in the fridge, and you could freely grab more from a dispenser near the front desk, which was a great perk. All the staff were incredibly kind and wonderful. I'd definitely like to stay here again! Thank you!