Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Cons:
Room size smaller than expected
Cleanliness issues
Noise problems

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
Several mentions of issues, including odors and poor bathroom conditions.
Service
9.9
Generally positive feedback about friendly and helpful staff.
Location
10
Highly praised location, very close to public transportation and conveniences.
Room Quality
7.94
Reviews indicated rooms were smaller and had various issues regarding comfort.
Amenities
8.89
Basic amenities provided, but some issues noted with the room layout.
Value for Money
9.92
Affordable pricing and good location contribute positively.
Food and Beverage
9.38
Not explicitly mentioned, so assigned 'Standard quality for this hotel tier'.
Overall Experience
9.93
Mixed feelings but predominantly positive with room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:01

Property Description

Prime Location
Hotel Firststay Hongdae is perfectly situated in the heart of Seoul, just a stone's throw away from major attractions like Hongik University and Seoul Station.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms even feature a cozy terrace for a relaxing evening.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the vibrant Namdaemun Market and Dongwha Duty Free Shop located just a short distance from the hotel. Make the most of your stay by visiting Ewha Womans University, only 1.3 km away.

Book your stay at Hotel Firststay Hongdae now for an unforgettable Seoul experience!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 877 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.89
Value for Money: 9.92
Food and Beverage: 9.38
Overall Experience: 9.93
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BarryK88 • extended_group • nl
9
Comfy, well located and a perfect First Stay in Seoul.
Pros:

The location of the FIrstStay was perfect to our needs. We were visiting Seoul as a citytrip and explored the city a lot. The hotel is close to one of the buzzing districts in Seoul called Hongdae. You can easily reach the subway station Sinchon, which is also a cross-platform for various 'lines'. It made it easy for us to get to known places nearby without much hassle. Just down of the hotel there are 2 convenience stores, making it easy for you to grab a snack or drink for on the way.

The room was quiet, had a small window for fresh air, shower and toilet was working good, well cleaned so for our needs it was perfect.

Hotel staff was friendly (Yuri; thank you), interested in our day activities and good give some good recommendations in case we wanted to know some places closeby (such as good chimeak!). Also for our return they were flexible in thinking of a possible late check-in/check-out.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ilyassova • family_with_children • kz
8
Pros:

Очень приветливый персонал, все объясняет и помогает. Номер соответствует фотографии на сайте. Месторасположение хорошое. Чистое лобби с бесплатными напитками (чай, кофе, вода).

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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ASAKA • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Wai Yee • family_with_children • hk
7
Pros:

It’s convinient for the tourist to go to different part of Seoul. Thanks Min for her help.

Cons:

A bit expensive with this size

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Conan • solo_traveller • us
10
Amazingly convenient location with everything around it.
Pros:

I loved how the room was compact and spacious at the same time and very close to the metro station.

Cons:

It was a little confusing to find the toilet handle.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
K
Keerthi • couple • in
10
Min at the reception was super friendly and helpful and her recommendations were always on point.
Pros:

The location is perfect, very close to all modes of public transportation.

Cons:

Loved everything.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Chia-An • couple • tw
9
Pros:

水壓很大、水很熱，冷氣也很涼，晚上睡覺很安靜，最重要的是，櫃檯人員非常的親切，服務非常好～

Cons:

房間有點小

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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HIDEKI • couple • jp
10
Pros:

駅からも近くてとてもいいホテルでした♪特にフロントのYuriさんがとても親切にしてくれて本当に良かったです！ありがとうございました！

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
金城 • couple • jp
9
Pros:

sueさんおよびスタッフのみなさんすごく良くしてくださり、部屋も綺麗でとても過ごしやすかったです！
また利用させていただきます

Cons:

特になし

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Pustowar • extended_group • kz
10
Pros:

Отличный отель! Чисто. Удобная кровать. Персонал очень приветливый! Всё необходимое для прибывания есть в отеле ( зубные щетки, мыло, шампунь, тапочки) . Можно оставить багаж на хранение перед заселение и после. Огорчает только заселение в 16.00. Хотелось бы раньше.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • us
9
Great for basic accommodations which visiting.
Pros:

Stayed there to help move my son move back to the US after he graduated from college there. Close to transportation, restaurants, convenience stores, etc. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

No dislikes about this place. No frills, but I just needed a place to sleep at night. Don't expect expansive views or luxurious accommodations. My room had one small window, but I kept the drapes closed most of the time so it didn't matter.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • ca
10
Good choice
Pros:

Good location and nice staff. Thank you Min for your kindness, helpfulness and everything! Would recommend 🤗🤗

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Dyer • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Room was clean and bathroom had both a bath and two showers. Beds were very comfortable and the front desk staff member Min was lovely and super helpful.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Tra Thanh Vy • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Good location, easy to travel around the city, the staff are incredible friendly especially Seungmin and Yuri!

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Yan • extended_group • cn
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
대니 • couple • kr
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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JUNICHI • couple • jp
10
良かった。
Pros:

今春、日本の大学から延世大学大学院に進学した娘のアパート、大学をみるため初めて韓国に来、夫婦でホテルを利用しました。約25年ぶりの海外旅行でしたが、駅、大学に近く、ホテルのスタッフも親切で気持ち良く3泊できました。特に日本人のＹuriさんには、とても親切にして頂きありがとうごさいました。卒業式にもまた利用したいと思います。

Cons:

シャワーを浴びる時、体を洗うスポンジ等
あればよかった。

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Gannon • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything was great. Every time I go to Seoul, thats my spot. Yuri was the best!

Cons:

Nothin

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Alexandria • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Bernadette • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

L'hôtel est très bien placé mais suffisamment au calme. Le personnel est très accueillant, après une grosse déception vis à vis d'un autre hôtel, nous avons trouvé celui-ci. Merci à Yuri et merci à son manager qui nous a surclassées pour nous remonter le moral. N'hésitez pas à y poser vos valises !

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee