Hotel The Designers Hongdae

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Independent
6.8 (106 reviews)
373-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul , Seoul , KR
82-02-326-5806

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Great location
Stylish design
Comfortable room
Cons:
Housekeeping issues

Categories

Cleanliness
4.41
Housekeeping was not done in a proper manner; bathroom and toilet were not cleaned.
Service
7.88
Staff was excellent and friendly.
Location
7.92
Hotel is in a great location with convenient public transport options.
Room Quality
7.37
The room was clean, comfortable, and stylish.
Amenities
7.9
Provided everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Value for Money
6.36
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
6.41
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
6.18
Overall experience was good but affected by cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:07

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of modern comfort and vibrant culture at Hotel The Designers Hongdae in the heart of Seoul.

Luxurious & Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 80 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring memory foam beds, LED televisions, and refrigerators. Enjoy the convenience of complimentary wireless internet access and satellite programming, ensuring you stay connected and entertained.

Savor Unique Dining Experiences
Indulge in a delectable brunch at Humming Bella, our Modern European restaurant, or grab your favorite snacks at our cozy coffee shop/café. Don’t miss the delightful continental breakfast available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Exceptional Customer Service & Amenities
Our 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and convenient luggage storage ensure your stay is smooth and enjoyable. Plus, take advantage of free valet parking for your peace of mind.

Experience comfort and charm—secure your stay at Hotel The Designers Hongdae today!

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

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

    Caters to adults only

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 106 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.41
Service: 7.88
Location: 7.92
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 6.36
Food and Beverage: 6.41
Overall Experience: 6.18
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Aaliyah • couple • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Aaliyah • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • au
6
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • au
7
Excellent location and value for money with great views and convenience, though a few maintenance and noise issues stopp
Pros:

Excellent location close to entertainment, shopping and public transport, making it very easy to get around Seoul. The room was clean and comfortable, and the view of the Seoul skyline was fantastic. Small detail, but the shower gel smelled like lychee and was honestly amazing. Great overall location for exploring Hongdae.

Cons:

The rooms don’t seem particularly soundproof. On the first night around 2am, a group of drunk guests were running through the corridor screaming, which was very disruptive. I also opened the window on arrival and found cigarette butts and rubbish jammed into the window frame which fell out when opened. The small blue light on the mirror was extremely bright at night and needed covering to sleep comfortably. Additionally, the master light switch beside the bed wasn’t working, meaning lights had to be switched off at the entrance and then walking back to the bed or bathroom in the dark.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Philippe • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

L'emplacement et le rapport qualité prix

Cons:

L'entretien des chambres et le manque de rangement

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • family_with_children • gb
1
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Noëlle • couple • nl
7
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • family_with_children • fr
6
Décevant.
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Nous avions pris le petit déjeuner mais n’avons pas pu en profiter à cause de départs tôt (DmZ et avion) le matin et l’hôtel ne nous a pas proposé de solutions alternatives. Par ailleurs, nous avons dû réclamer plusieurs fois des produits manquants dans la chambre.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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s • family_with_children • in
2
Pros:

Horrible hotel ... only the location is decent ... staff is very rude and expensive for the services they are providing

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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pei yu • couple • tw
9
床好睡 離鬧區近
Pros:

床舒服

Cons:

浴室沒有隔間 稍微不方便

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Luis • solo_traveller • pe
9
Pros:

Muy cerca a clínicas, y a estaciones de metro. Muy limpio todo, y el baño tenía un toilet inteligente (como en Japón)

Cons:

Me cobraron dinero por dejar mi equipaje en el pasadizo por unas horas, luego de hacer mi check-out. Pensé que lo pondrían en un cuarto, pero lo dejaron allí junto con los equipajes de otros turistas que llegaban temprano para hacer el check-in.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • solo_traveller • fr
7
Séoul
Pros:

Très proche du quartier de Hong dae que nous voulions voir pour l'ambiance et aussi nous rapprocher de la ligne pour rejoindre l'aéroport.

Cons:

Manque de commodités a la salle de bain, lavabo trop bas.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Lolalita Maureen • solo_traveller • nl
7
top locatie met goede bereikbaarheid, levendigheid maar toch de rust van de kamer
Pros:

Top locatie en dat bepaald de prijs

Cons:

het hotel heeft natuur materialen als stijl en deze zijn kwetsbaar/gedateerd waardoor het een slordige indruk kan geven

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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KASUMI • couple • jp
3
Cons:

隣の部屋や廊下の声が丸聞こえで、気になった。

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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takahashi • extended_group • jp
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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GOKITA • family_with_children • jp
7
よかった
Pros:

弘大周辺の散策に最適な立地、水道の勢いもよく、温冷の調節もスムーズ

Cons:

歯ブラシなどアメニティがない、バスタオルが人数分ない

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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David Joel • couple • de
9
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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MIKI • couple • jp
3
Pros:

위치

Cons:

룸문소리 소음
수도관소음
대체적으로 소음문제

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Axel • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee