Sam Stay Hongdae Seoul, Seoul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

6Th Floor, 21Magellan156-2, Donggyo-Dong, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 121-200

Sam Stay Hongdae, a 2-star hotel in the Mapo-Gu district - Seoul's art and culture center, provides a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout.

Equipped City View Rooms

Rooms at Sam Stay Hongdae feature city views, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Each unit includes a kitchen, dining area, seating area, and desk with kettle. Private bathrooms come with showers, hairdryers, and slippers.

Kitchen Amenities

The quadruple room's kitchen contains a stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, and kitchenware.

Guest Services

Sam Stay provides luggage storage and room service for guests' convenience.

Transit Access Location

Located 0.1 miles from Hongik University Station, the hotel sits 3 miles from Seven Luck Casino and 7.5 miles from Gimpo International Airport. Public parking costs KRW 20000 daily.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Seoul 3.0 mi

Airports

Gimpo (GMP) 8.0 mi

Train

Seoul Station 2.5 mi

Yeongdeungpo Station 3.1 mi

Metro stations

Hongik Univ.700 ft

Location

6Th Floor, 21Magellan156-2, Donggyo-Dong, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 121-200

Map view

6Th Floor, 21Magellan156-2, Donggyo-Dong, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 121-200

City landmarks

Museums

Trickeye Museum Seoul

3700 ft

Parks

Gyeongui Line Forest Park

2200 ft

94 Wausan-ro

Hongik University Street

5200 ft

홍익로 3길 20 서교프라자 B1 러브뮤지엄

Love Museum

3700 ft

University

Yonsei University

1.0 mi

Mall

Hyundai Department Store Sinchon

1.0 mi

Market

Dongjin Flea Market

2200 ft

Mall

Mecenatpolis Mall

1.1 mi

Museums

War and Women's Human Rights Museum

1.0 mi

University

Ewha Woman's University Museum

1.6 mi

Museums

Seodaemun Museum of Natural History

1.5 mi

Parks

Hongik Park

3700 ft

Mapo-gu

Sinchon

3800 ft

96-1 Hapjeong-dong

Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine

1.4 mi

Night club

nb1 홍대

2300 ft

Museums

Seodaemun Prison History Hall

2.1 mi

Stadiums

Seoul Stadium

1.7 mi

University

Sogang University

1.2 mi

Events

Kt&g 상상마당

3700 ft

Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace

3.2 mi

Sinchon-dong

Yeonsero

4700 ft

Night club

Club Cocoon

2100 ft

Shopping Area

Grand Mart

3500 ft

Museums

ALTERNATIVE space loop

2200 ft

Parks

Yeun-nam Central Park

2200 ft

105 Namsangongwon-gil

N Seoul Tower

3.5 mi

Uri Health Care Lab

2600 ft

360-28 Seogyo-dong

Hongdae Mural Street 홍대벽화거리

2700 ft

Nearby

138-7

Ice Gallery

2000 ft

Kakao Friends Shop

2000 ft

Restaurants

Coffee and People

800 ft

Travel Maker

1300 ft

Bluish Green Western Restaurant

1000 ft

220-7

Churro 101 Hongdae

1100 ft

128

KFC Hongik University

800 ft

156

Charles Sutbul Gimbap Donggyo Main

1100 ft

187

Chicken Baengi

1100 ft

127

GLT Gelato

900 ft

10-8

Coffee Brown

1200 ft

119

Hong Kong Banjeom 0410 Hongik Univ

1500 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.8

Service

9.0

Dining

7.8

John

United States of America, February 2025

7.4/10

I had a fantastic stay at Rio House Hongdae. The location was perfect—just a short walk from the subway station and in the vibrant Hongdae area filled with cafes and shops. The hosts, Insung and Rachel, were incredibly welcoming and attentive. However, I did find the bathroom amenities a bit lacking. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Seoul.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and clean, with a comfortable bed and a small kitchen area. However, the bathroom could use some improvements, particularly with ventilation.

Service

9.0

Insung and Rachel were wonderfully helpful, responding quickly to my queries via LINE and assisting with bookings for tours and activities.

Location

9.0

The location near Hongdae station was unbeatable, making it easy for me to explore the city. Plus, the proximity to the airport express was a great bonus.

Dining

8.0

While I often ate out, the option to prepare light meals in the room was handy, and the area has many great food choices nearby.

Facilities

7.0

Having access to a small kitchen and laundry facilities was a plus, but I did wish the towels were larger and of better quality.

Gregory

United States of America, January 2025

6.2/10

My stay at Rio House in Hongdae was fantastic, thanks to its unbeatable location and spacious rooms. The hosts, Insung and his wife, were incredibly helpful, offering insights into local attractions and even upgrading our room. However, the bathroom requirements could use improvement, particularly regarding the cleanliness of towels and better ventilation.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a Triple Room, which was spacious and had a lovely view of the bustling street. The room felt like home, with a fridge and a small kitchen area, although I wished for better bathroom amenities.

Service

9.0

Insung and his wife were prompt and friendly in their communication, always ready to assist with travel tips and reservations. They even created a LINE chat group to make it easier for us to reach out.

Location

8.0

The location is ideal, just a short walk from Hongik University Station and surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and nightlife. However, getting to places like Myeongdong required a subway line change, which was a bit inconvenient.

Dining

7.0

While there were many dining options nearby, I found the kitchen amenities helpful for quick snacks. I even hoped to cook with the hosts next time!

Facilities

6.0

The guesthouse had good basic facilities, but I expected a bit more attention to cleanliness in the bathroom, and some items like towels could be improved.

Ron

United States of America, December 2024

6.2/10

My stay at Rio House Hongdae was enjoyable overall. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the subway and surrounded by vibrant dining options and shopping. The hosts, Insung and Rachel, were incredibly welcoming and helpful, making my experience feel personal. However, I did find some aspects like the bathroom cleanliness in need of attention and the towels could have been better.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a spacious room with a cozy layout that included a full-size refrigerator and a neat bathroom. The storage was ample, but I noticed some maintenance issues in the bathroom.

Service

9.0

Insung and Rachel were good hosts, always ready to assist and provide local tips. Their willingness to help made my stay more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The guesthouse is excellently located near Hongdae Station, with easy access to restaurants and shops, making it very convenient for exploration.

Dining

8.0

There are numerous nearby eateries, and I appreciated the recommendations from my hosts, particularly for trying local dishes.

Facilities

6.0

I appreciated the basic amenities provided, including the wifi egg for internet access, but I did encounter some concerns with the bathroom cleanliness that need improvement.

Kathryn

United States of America, October 2024

6.6/10

My stay at Rio House Hongdae was enjoyable, with fantastic hosts and a great location. The rooms were comfortable and equipped with everything I needed, although there were a few minor issues with bathroom maintenance. Overall, I would definitely return to enjoy the atmosphere and the hospitality.

Rooms

7.0

The Quadruple Room was spacious and well-equipped, and I loved that it offered a sense of home. However, the bathroom could use some improvements regarding ventilation and overall cleanliness.

Service

9.0

Insung and Rachel were incredibly helpful throughout my stay, providing tips and promptly answering questions via LINE. Their friendly approach made me feel very welcome.

Location

9.0

Rio House is ideally situated just a short walk from Hongdae Station, making it easy to access other parts of the city. The area is lively with lots of dining options, contributing to a great atmosphere.

Dining

8.0

I appreciated the local recommendations by Insung, and the nearby eateries offered a variety of delicious options. Dining options in Hongdae were significantly better compared to Myeongdong.

Facilities

6.0

The free laundry facilities were convenient and the room amenities were adequate, but I felt the towels provided were a bit lacking.

Jimmy

United States of America, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a fantastic time at Sam Stay Hongdae. the location was unbeatable, being so close to the subway and nestled in the lively Hongdae area with plenty of cafes and restaurants. The hosts, Insung and Rachel, were incredibly warm and welcoming, which made my stay feel special. However, I did find that the bathrooms could use some attention in terms of cleanliness.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was spacious and equipped with a small kitchen. it felt like a home away from home. However, I noticed that some towels felt less than clean, and I wish there were better bath towels provided.

Service

9.0

Insung and Rachel were always ready to help. they even upgraded my room, which was such a nice touch. I appreciated their quick responses via LINE, even if I didn't get to meet Insung in person during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect. just a short walk from the subway, and right in the heart of all the nightlife and shopping in Hongdae. It made exploring the area so convenient.

Dining

8.0

While I didn't eat at the guesthouse, the nearby dining options were fantastic. so many places nearby to grab delicious food.

Facilities

8.0

In-room amenities were good, and the free Wi-Fi was a lifesaver during my stay. the portable Wi-Fi rental option was particularly useful for my daily explorations.