Chingu Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Central hostel connected to a shopping centre in Seoul with free parking

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Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video game console, DVD player
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Hongik University is located near Chingu Guesthouse, which provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Private Double Room (Foreigners only)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Hongdae neighbourhood, Chingu Guesthouse is connected to a shopping centre. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwanghwamun are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Namsan Mountain Park and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.
Map
19-3, Wausan-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 04074

What's nearby

  • Hongdae Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hongik University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • YG Entertainment Building - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Yonsei University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Seoul World Cup Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station - 6 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 12 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hit Coffee Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪아날로그 가든 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪안동한우마을 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪서교동 연탄집 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪아우네돼지불백 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chingu Guesthouse

Hostel near Hongik University
At Chingu Guesthouse, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Chingu Guesthouse offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 53-inch Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and communal kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodation
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: KRW 5000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 10000.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: KRW 5000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 10000.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
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.

We should mention

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

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Chingu Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chingu Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chingu Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM for a fee of KRW 5000.

What time is check-out at Chingu Guesthouse?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Chingu Guesthouse located?

Located in Hongdae, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Hongdae Street and Hongik University. YG Entertainment Building and Yonsei University are also within 2 miles (3 km). Hongik University Station is 6 minutes by foot and Mangwon Station is 12 minutes.

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