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Chingu Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Central hostel connected to a shopping center, within easy reach of Hongik University

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Exterior
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
At Chingu Guesthouse, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Bonuses like refrigerators and microwaves are offered in all rooms, along with Smart TVs and DVD players. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Hongik University Station is 7 minutes and Mangwon Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 7 shared guestrooms
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television

Room options

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Private Double Room (Foreigners only)

Private Double Room (Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

1 Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory (Female,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Map
19-3, Wausan-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 04074

What's nearby

  • Hongdae Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hongik University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • YG Entertainment Building - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Yonsei University - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 33 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 49 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 12 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 14 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 21 min drive
  • Hongik University Station - 7 min walk
  • Mangwon Station - 12 min walk
  • Hapjeong Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪아날로그가든 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪안동한우마을 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪도원 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪카타코토카페 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪차곡파티세리 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chingu Guesthouse

At Chingu Guesthouse, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Bonuses like refrigerators and microwaves are offered in all rooms, along with Smart TVs and DVD players. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Hongik University Station is 7 minutes and Mangwon Station is 12 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Korean, Spanish, Turkish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from noon - 10 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Video-game console
  • DVD player
  • 53-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of KRW 5000

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for KRW 10000.0 per stay

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel's policy is to accept bookings from non-Korean citizens only. Guests with residences in Korea will not be allowed to check in.

Also known as

Mr. Kim's Friends Guesthouse
Mr. Kim's Friends Guesthouse Hostel Seoul
Mr. Kim's Friends Guesthouse Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel
Chingu Guesthouse Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse
Chingu Guesthouse Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Chingu Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Chingu Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chingu Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Chingu Guesthouse?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (6-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (16-min drive) are both nearby.

What's the area around Chingu Guesthouse like?

Chingu Guesthouse is located on the Strip in Hongdae, a short 7-minute walk from Hongik University Station and 9 minutes' walk from Hongik University.

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Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

This place was good for our short stay. The piping in the washroom was a mess and anything that went down the sink went on the floor. The staff were really nice.
1-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

easy to get to in a central location. the staff was very nice. met some nice people during my stay there,
27-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
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6/10 Good

7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Home away from home

Great cozy hostel. Friendly staff and good location for night life and also ideal location when in Seoul for touring and site seeing
Bevon, 11-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good, quite
5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this place! I slept in a mixed 8 dormitory. It was a pleasant stay. I had to share the bathroom with many people, but it wasn’t a hassle at all. It was pretty clean to me. I love the staffs and the manager, Pablo, even hanging out with Karen and Tim! They were all pretty amazing and friendly. My stay was super great because of them. I love that is super close to Hongdae and Sangsu station. Thank you so much, Chingu! Great price and super nice location!
Carly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location

Convenient location, clean and very nice atmosphere
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel

Good location. Great hostel atmosphere
2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Nice people, but the house is old and loud

Everytime someone came in or out of the house, the entire house creaked/shook. So if other tenants stay out late, you heard it loud at all times from them opening the door. Even just closing the doors softly shook everything so it was hard to get a good rest. Otherwise the people were nice/courteous. No one was loud, it's just the house is old.
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Great value for backpackers/long layovers.

This guesthouse is well located in a trendy west-side neighborhood of Seoul, very close to train stop & several restaurants, cafes, & bars. Rooms are clean & relatively comfy, international English-speaking staff is very hospitable & friendly. Small but intimate common areas make it easy to interact with other travelers. Would definitely stay here again!
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Traveler's paradise

It was very nice place, also a perfect location to get a Subway, bus or any transport. Bars, spas, restaurants, dance clubs, everything is just like 5 minutes walk from here. Staff is so friendly and manager is awesome. I will recommend this place to everyone who is going to visit Seoul. It was best place that I ever had.
Rodrigo, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Short stay only

This place was okay. I was rather disappointed when I arrived. Definitely had a backpackers feel to it. Kitchen was well equipped with things to cook with. However, there's only one shared bathroom for 3 rooms (around 16 people on a busy day). There is a bathroom downstairs as well. Room was okay. Not a lot of room for 8 people to stay in and not enough plugs for everyone to charge their phones and electronics. Bunk beds were quite shaky, did not feel sturdy. And our room had a damp smell to it. At night, there are no curtains for the windows to block out the light. So, the lamp post from outside shines into the room. Host was friendly though. The place is not in the busy part of Hongdae, which was nice. This guesthouse is good for a night or so. I would say that if you are planning on staying in Hongdae for awhile, there are other cheap places that you can stay that are a bit better.
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6/10 Good

The bunk bed was very shaky, easy to disturbed or to be disturbed. My stay was a unlucky one as my neighbors where drunk on the first night which they kept talking the whole night. It took quite long time to wait for shower as there is only one bathroom and toilet.
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Free coffee and rice. Very good location, you are close to the metro station and to several places.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

close to subway,shopping,nightlife

the staff is very friendly and helpful. it was like staying with friends. close to subway so it was easy to get to tourist attractions. near shopping,night life and restaurants as well
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6/10 Good

good location. great people
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly guesthouse easy to access

Everybody working there was really friendly and you immediately feel comfortable. It was clean and chill. The location is also good, easy to access and not far from the train station.
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2/10 Poor

The guest house was very cheap. staff was very nice and helpful. The only problem was that rooms were very small for 8 beds. So, not a good air inside the room. the pillow and blanket had a specific smell. Not a good sleep at all.
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6/10 Good

Economical Way To Travel.

The stay was enjoyable. The staff are very friendly & helpful. Even the boss Carl goes out of his way to help. Its conveniently located near the Hongik station and to the shops.
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8/10 Very good

Super Friendly + Convenient Location

Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Located very close to the heart of Hongdae (5 minute walk from Hongik University Station). The guesthouse was overbooked so some people did not get the room they had booked online, though to be honest there was very little difference between the rooms (it didn't bother me at all). I think a screen in one of the windows may have been broken as there were a TON of mosquito inside at night, but I'm sure this will be fixed soon (if not already), and mosquito season is almost done for the year anyway. Apart from that, very clean and well kept. One washroom among 16 people per floor can be a bit tough though, but for the price and the location I didn't mind.
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8/10 Very good

Very kind owner

There was some sort of problem with my booking, but the manager was extremely kind and helpful and got it sorted out for me. The guesthouse is not too far from the subway, although I did have a little trouble finding it. The guesthouse had a fun vibe and there was even a party going on while I was there--everyone staying in the hostel was invited. I would stay here again.
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4/10 Fair

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6/10 Good

Great staff

This hostel was decent, but the thing that did it for me was the guys working there and also a couple of the people i met there. It's definitely most for young people who also want to meet and drink with other young people. The room i stayed at was next to the living room where there was some partying at nights. This means that if you're there to only be a tourist and get up early, you'll have to specify that you need a quiet room (they do have those). If you're there to party as well, then this is the place to go. The hostel itself is placed close to some great places to go out, and there's always the metro, making it easy to get around town. To me, the hostel was clean, but it's not really a concern of mine. Would definitely go again if the same people are working there
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