W hostel

Hotels
3FL, 523, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu , Seoul , kr

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
24-hour security
Security alarm
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Internet access

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near subway/bus and many restaurants/cafes
Helpful, friendly owner/staff
Clean rooms and plentiful towels
Free laundry facilities with detergent and dryer
Complimentary ramen, coffee, cereal and water
Good value/affordable for Gangnam area
Cons:
Very small rooms and particularly small bathrooms; shower/toilet layout can leave fixtures wet
No elevator — stairs to upper floors with luggage
Thin/noisy walls and late-night noise from other guests
Smart TV streaming issues reported (YouTube/Netflix not working)
Mattress slippage and limited storage in bathroom
Entrance can be hard to find

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple reviews highlighted that rooms and common areas were clean, towels were freely available and changed, floors were heated and overall cleanliness was a strong positive; only minor issue was that shared shower setup could leave the toilet wet.
Service
1
Hosts/staff described as friendly and helpful, responsive to messages and supportive with logistics and use of shared facilities, creating a reassuring guest experience.
Location
1
Repeatedly praised as 'top' — close to subway and bus stops, many restaurants and cafes nearby; location is a standout strength for guests.
Room Quality
1
Several guests reported very small rooms and very small bathrooms, shower/toilet configurations causing wet fixtures, mattress slippage, lack of storage in bathrooms, and no elevator making upper floors onerous — cumulatively these significantly detracted from room quality.
Amenities
1
Strongly positive: free laundry with detergent, dryer, water dispensers, coffee/tea, instant ramen, cereal, microwave and fridge were noted as thoughtful and convenient amenities.
Value for Money
1
Guests noted the price was affordable for the Gangnam area and that included amenities and location made the stay feel like good value.
Food and Beverage
1
Limited but appreciated offerings (instant ramen, coffee, cereal, water) were available and welcomed by guests; not a full F&B service but positively received.
Overall Experience
1
Despite strong location, service and amenities, recurring negatives (small cramped rooms, bathroom layout, nighttime noise, and no elevator) had a sizable negative impact on the overall stay for multiple guests, producing a mixed overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-24 18:01

Property Description

Experience the vibrant energy of Seoul at W Hostel, your perfect getaway in the heart of the city!

Prime Location
Situated just a 17-minute stroll from Gangnam Station, W Hostel places you within easy reach of iconic landmarks including Bongeunsa Temple and COEX Convention Centre.

Comfortable Accommodations
Our non-smoking rooms feature modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms stocked with free toiletries, ensuring an enjoyable stay.

Inviting Atmosphere
Unwind at our stylish bar or connect with fellow travelers in a welcoming environment while enjoying complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property.

Don’t miss the chance to elevate your Seoul experience; book your stay at W Hostel today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Sébastien • couple • fr
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Sébastien • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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QIUJUN • solo_traveller • jp
9
Pros:

ロケーションがとても良かったです。カンナムですが、値段も手頃です。近くには現地の方がよく行く食堂、おしゃれな喫茶店もあって、とても満足できます。

Cons:

シャワーとトイレは同じ部屋なので、シャワーの後は、便器も濡れてしまいます。

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
나영 • couple • kr
4
조금 아쉬웠어요
Pros:

논현역 가까움, 라면 커피 물 휴지 수건등은 잘비치되어 있고 직접 가져가서 쓰면 됨, 콘센트 여러개임

Cons:

방이 매우 좁고 화장실은 더 좁아서 씼기 불편함 세면대가 실내에 따로 나와있었음, 스마트TV 안됨(유툽, 넷플릭스 등)
엘베없고 화장실에 물건(옷) 둘곳이 없어 불편함, 침대 매트리스가 쏠림, 도로변에 있어 소리 예민한 사람은 불편할수 있음

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
J
Jojo_chao • extended_group • tw
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
P
Petit oiseau bleu • solo_traveller • pf
8
SÉOUL FEV 26
Pros:

Très bien équipé(café, thé, bouteilles d’eau, fontaine d’eau froide et chaude, laverie avec lessive, serviette, frigidaire soupe, internet).
La chambre etait propre avec sol chauffé.
La localisation est top, pas loin de SEOUL EXPRESS BUS.
Il y a tout a proximité commerces, restaurants, arrêt de bus et station de métro.

Cons:

Nous avons eu du mal a trouvé l’endroit car l’entrée n’était pas visible rapidemment.
Les battons de senteur dans la chambre était trop fort pour moi.
Pas d’acensseur, il faut voyager leger pour monter au 3eme étage.
Deux autres coussin aurait été bien plus confortable.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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SEOKMIN • solo_traveller • kr
8
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Eri • solo_traveller • jp
8
また利用したいhostelです！
Pros:

お部屋・フロア全体清潔感がある。洗濯(洗剤もあり)・乾燥機が無料で使える。インスタントラーメンも食べれる。暖房を利用しなくても室内暖かくて寒い冬でも快適でした。

Cons:

２２時以降もフロアのテーブルで騒いでいた人がいたり、２４時過ぎにも大音量で音楽を流していた人がいたので、夜の騒音が気になった。ホテル側の問題というより、その日の利用者の問題。

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
K
Kuan-Ting • couple • tw
10
公共空間有泡麵、煮泡麵機、早餐麥片、微波爐、咖啡機、飲水機、洗衣機、烘衣機等，真的很方便，而且價格實惠
Pros:

地點位置很好～室內空調舒適，還備有乾淨毛巾可以替換
而且洗衣機竟然還有附洗衣精！超級貼心～
若之後活動地點在江南，會想再回訪！

Cons:

隔音不好、長住的話希望可以多放一套更換的被單

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
M
MAKI • family_with_children • jp
8
フレンドリーで清潔感のあるカンナムの宿泊所
Pros:

コンパクトで清潔な室内、冷蔵、冷凍庫も使い勝手が良かったです。３日に一度お掃除が入ります。日程の調整や共有スペースの洗濯機や乾燥機の使い方なども、オーナーさん？と気軽にメッセージで確認出来てとても心強かったです。清潔なタオルも沢山自由に使えたり、トイレットペーパーも各自補充できたり、ラーメンやシリアルも食べ放題でしたし、美味しいお茶やお水も自由に使えて有り難かったです。

Cons:

エレベーターがないので、重いスーツケースを4階まで自分で持ち運ばなければならない。それくらいなんとも無いくらい快適でした！

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
C
CHEN-I • couple • tw
8
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
M
Mustafa • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
I
Ishashree • couple • kr
10
Best stay in Seoul
Pros:

This was one of the best stay I had in Korea. It’s not really a hostel as you get your own room and all necessities and staff was always helpful so it’s feels more like a hotel ☺️ The Owner is very very kind and sweet. They always help you if you need anything. The location is top 👌🏻 You just need to go downstairs and bus station is right there. The street is very lively and has so many restaurants and cafes just right next to the accommodation ☕️

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
T
Taiki • extended_group • jp
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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HISAKI • solo_traveller • jp
8
コストパフォーマンスが良い。
Pros:

袋麺食べ放題。
洗濯機と乾燥機がある。
部屋に清潔感がある。

Cons:

シャワーの排水が悪い。
トイレの便座の位置が壁に寄りすぎている。

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
Y
Yann Heng • solo_traveller • hk
3
Cons:

Send email and no one response.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
Y
yuka • solo_traveller • jp
6
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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SHIANGYUAN • solo_traveller • tw
8
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
승남 • couple • kr
10
Pros:

위치 👍
청결도 👍
친절도 상세설명 👍
주변 편의도 👍
교통편리 👍

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Sae • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee