Jongno Makers X IPPDA Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (111 reviews)
33, Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03133 , Seoul , KR

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Smoke-free property

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Central location
Cons:
Service issues at reception
Hotel name change confusion

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
The room was lovely and clean, indicating good cleanliness standards.
Service
9.05
The staff were described as very friendly and helpful, though there were service issues mentioned.
Location
9.15
Very central position with lots of walkable attractions and excellent public transport.
Room Quality
8.65
The room was described as good, indicating satisfactory quality.
Amenities
8.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall a positive experience despite some service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:53

Property Description

Centrally Located in Seoul
Individually Decorated Guestrooms
Near Major Tourist Attractions

To book your stay at Jongno Makers X Pretty Hotel and explore the vibrant city of Seoul, look no further!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GMP

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 111 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Lorna
8
Pros:

I stayed a week. The location, on the famous Pocha St, is great. It can be super loud but on the 8th floor, it was ok. My room was around 150 sq ft. Maybe... The mattress was on the floor so it was hard. There is no cleaning of the room, even for a one week stay.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Rochelle
6
Pros:

The room was a bit run down, the bed super hard. The location is great and the hotel is safe

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Tomas
10
Pros:

Always very friendly and helpful staff, very central position, walkable area with lot of attractions, perfect public transportation connection hub for the whole city.

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
6
Pros:

Although the room was good there was no service, either at reception or cleaning the room.
Is also doesn’t help that they have changed the name of the hotel. After five taxis couldn’t find the hotel, l picked up a card that said it was the “Jongno Makers X” hotel.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
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Roshan partner
10
Pros:

It was lovely, clean and the staff were very helpful!!

2025-07-19 via Nuitee
J
John
10
Pros:

Pleasant staff, convenient location. Being steps away from a subway exit was a huge plus. The street can be busy at night, but it's part of the charm. I also prefer firm beds so it didn't bother me. Let staff know if you want the room cleaned.

I'll be sure to come back someday!

2025-06-25 via Nuitee
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John
4
Pros:

I’m sorry to write that the hallway and elevator had a smell. It was both dirty as well. My room was mostly quiet but with very little frills. The view from the tiny window was blocked but it remained dark which was a good thing when fighting jet lag. I walked by an opened door to the rooms on the other side and it looked nicer and brighter. It looked liked it had a little better amenities than my room as well.

2025-06-20 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Great location
Pros:

The hotel was at one of the best locations. The room wasnt big but enough to fit 2 people. The bed was hard like sleeping on the floor but its okay if you sleep on your back.

Suggest to bring ear plugs as the hotel faces one of the main streets so it gets pretty loud til about 2am.

But the hotel's location makes up for everything. If youre under 30, this is perfect for you, right across from bars, food street and shopping.

2025-06-10 via Nuitee
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Nicole partner
2
Pros:

Our room was absolutely filthy! There were somebodies socks, earrings and bottle cap lids underneath our mattress. There were also crumbs and layers of dust everywhere, even on the walls. Our room absolutely stank and our bed sheets had blood stains all over them. We complained to the manager downstairs who tried to help by changing our bed sheets and hoovering but we kept finding more dirt. He also walked all over our bed with his shoes on whilst ‘cleaning’. We were unable to move rooms that night as it was midnight and he couldn’t do anything else for us. We immediately moved to the hotel next door and Jongno Makers x Pretty hotel and Expedia have refused to give us a refund for their terrible service and standards.

2025-05-18 via Nuitee
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Larry partner
8
Pros:

Really hard beds and no chair, closet or other furniture in room. Otherwise location was close to many sites, metro and eating. Bathroom was good enough. Staff spoke English but not smoothly. Fair price.

2025-05-12 via Nuitee
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Arttu
8
Pros:

Great location next to metro entrance. Multiple restaurants and cafes in that area. Room would need bit update and bathroom was bit dirty but still okey.

2025-04-27 via Nuitee
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Rosemary
2
Pros:

Do not stay at this property if you want a nice stay. The area is amazing but lively at night and loud.
The room was grubby, mouldy and stuffy. The bathroom smelt bad and I felt very unsafe for the duration of my stay. The bed was honestly the hardest thing I have ever slept on. We stayed at 4 other places during our trip to Korea and nowhere else had beds like this.
The foyer is okay but the lift and corridor smells strongly off rancid fatty food. We think this was a re-fitted motel/love hotel. Avoid if possible.

2025-04-10 via Nuitee
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Patrick friends
4
Pros:

This hotel is okay for the short term. It’s missing important things for long term stay like laundry service and daily room cleaning services. Its location is very convenient however. It is also quite small. I still enjoyed my stay though. There are other options in the area at the same price point that are more flushed out in services. Good for the short term this place is.

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
M
Mario
6
Otherwise
Pros:

Bed was hard. There was a hole in the wall on the 10th floor and One night around 11pm another guest opened the door to my room with a key . Otherwise it was fine

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
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Harry
10
Perfect location, clean and nice rooms
Pros:

Perfect location right near subway and lots of the things you gotta see in Seoul. Seems like the area would be lively all night but I was on the 8th floor so no problems. Clean room, could connect netflix! All I could ask for a fast paced trip to Seoul!

2025-03-24 via Nuitee
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Gary
10
Pros:

Excellent value and very good regardless of price. Stay away if you’re picky. Well-used but clean and proper. All of the necessary amenities. Location and price are dynamic duo.

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
S
Stephen
10
Pros:

Awesome stay. Close to most tourist attractions

2024-12-08 via Nuitee
A
Alexander partner
8
Pros:

Great location with lots nearby, but that comes along with a good bit of street noise at night so request a room on the alley side of the building and/or be prepared to bring earplugs if that’s going to bother you.

Other than that one note it’s a perfect spot to check out central Seoul. Super clean, great staff, nice rooftop to hang out on.

2024-10-30 via Nuitee
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Hannah partner
8
Pros:

Super convenient Hotel with subway access right outside. It’s also walkable to a lot of areas and there are numerous restaurants and bars right outside

2024-10-29 via Nuitee
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linh
6
Pros:

It was fine as long as you don't care for regular room service. It was comfortable but quality is lacking. Great location

2024-10-28 via Nuitee