Alpha Guesthouse

3-star guest house near Namdaemun Market

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A round table with a pink tablecloth and a candle, surrounded by two pink chairs with white metal legs. A vase with flowers is on the table, and the text "Alpha Guesthouse" is visible on the tablecloth.

A bed with a blue and yellow bedspread featuring a star and crescent pattern.

A two-story brick building with a blue-tiled roof, a sign for 'Alpha Guest House' with a phone number, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a window above the sink.

A reception area with a clock, a DMZ & JSA brochure, a DMZ tour poster, a vase with flowers, cleaning supplies, and a magazine rack with various publications.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Business services
Laundry

Explore the area

21, Baekbeom-ro 4-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 109-28

Place, Seogang University
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Yonsei University
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Hongik University
‪12 min walk‬
Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
‪29 min drive‬

Room options

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a floral wallpaper.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free wired internet

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Free wired internet

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with colorful heart-patterned bedding, a yellow desk with a chair, and a window with a white blind.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
Free wired internet

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk with a mirror, and a chair.

Dormintory with 6 beds (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
Free wired internet

Bunk beds with blue bedding featuring star and moon patterns.

Dormintory with 8 beds (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 1
3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Free wired internet

A room with two bunk beds, a white rug, and a wooden ladder.

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 6
4 Twin Beds
Free wired internet

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
Free wired internet

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free wired internet

Family Room, Private Bathroom

Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds
Free wired internet

A room with bunk beds, a wooden headboard, and floral-patterned curtains.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds
Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Seoul

Hongdae stay.Your stay at this Hongdae guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street. Also, Yonsei University is within half a mile (1 km) and Ewha Woman's University is within 2 miles (3 km).

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What's nearby

Seogang University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Yonsei University - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Ewha Woman's University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Hongik University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Hongdae Street - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

Sogang Univ. Station - 2 min walk
Seoul Station - 10 min drive
Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪김밥천국 - ‬1 min walk
‪노고산숯불갈비 - ‬1 min walk
‪하남돼지집 (신촌점) - ‬2 min walk
‪홍원 - ‬2 min walk
‪신촌서서갈비 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alpha Guesthouse

3-star guest house near Namdaemun Market

There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Alpha Guesthouse. Self parking is free.

1 floor

30 guestrooms or units

3 buildings

Built in 1995

Self-service laundry

Tour and ticket information

Terrace

Computer for guest use

Dining venue

Alpha Guesthouse offers 30 accommodations. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. Accommodations at this 3-star guesthouse have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Seoul guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels.

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A balcony with a table, cushions, and a view of the cityscape.

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$44 nightly

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

32-inch HDTV with cable channels

Bedroom

Down comforter
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shared bathroom
Shower

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchen
Microwave
Stovetop

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from midnight - midnight

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old

This property accepts credit cards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and JCB International.

We should mention

Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Alpha Guesthouse

Alpha Guesthouse House

Alpha Guesthouse House Seoul

Alpha Guesthouse Seoul

Alpha Guesthouse Guesthouse

Alpha Guesthouse Guesthouse Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Alpha Guesthouse to the airport?

Alpha Guesthouse is 12.7 mi (36-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Alpha Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alpha Guesthouse.

Does Alpha Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Alpha Guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Alpha Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (5-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Alpha Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Alpha Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Alpha Guesthouse have a pool?

Alpha Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Alpha Guesthouse have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Alpha Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Alpha Guesthouse to downtown Seoul?

Alpha Guesthouse is 2.4 mi away from Seoul.

Alpha Guesthouse Reviews

6.2

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Jun 13, 2015

Liked: Room comfort

其實alpha guesthouse好近新村地鐵站好方便 7號出囗行10分鐘就到民宿主人人好好識講普通話又會幫我地叫外賣

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2/10 Terrible

Michael

May 5, 2015

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

i have no idea... they seemed nice but no rooms...

i went to this place and they didnt have rooms so they walked me to a love hotel down the street. i got a room there which was decent, but still small. i guess they are not linked into hotels.com very well...

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8/10 Good

HYUNGGUEN

Dec 3, 2014

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reasonable Price.

싼 가격에 적당한 수준의 깔끔함. 싼가격에 사용하고 싶으시다면 추천~!

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 29, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

よかったと思います。

2日間滞在しました。受付だけして、後はフリーだったのでとても楽だったのですが、布団を干してなかったのか、ダニに食われてました。。。ほか、シャワーやトイレ、部屋などはこの値段のところにしては綺麗だったのでよかったと思います。場所はちょっと分かりづらいです。HPなどに韓国語で住所が載っていればタクシーのおじちゃんも乗せてってくれますが、英語表記のみだったのでタクシーで行くのにも結構苦労しました。行ってしまえばとても便利な場所だとは思います◎

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 9, 2014

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

괜찮네요!

방이좀좁고 방이 private 하지 않지만 깨끗하고 정리되어있음

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 31, 2014

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

駅から近くコンビニも近くにあり。

スタッフの方がすごくラフな感じで過ごしやすかったです。ただ部屋にタブ付きシャワーがありましたが、使い勝手はイマイチでしたので外に出てサウナを利用しました!!

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Sep 16, 2014

Liked: Staff & service

Quiet, cheap & safe guesthouse.

This is a great place to stay if you need a small and quiet place to stay for very cheap. As long as you're just using the room/facilities for your necessities it is perfect. Also very close to the Sinchon Train station.

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2/10 Terrible

michael w.

Sep 13, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

online pictures don't match the rooms

We booked through hotels.com and chose our room based on the picture because it was bigger and had extra seating. (The room we booked was the room with a double bed and red furniture and black wallpaper.) When we got there we were taken to a different room not actually in Alpha Guesthouse, but in another hotel on the same street that they had a deal with. The room was so small there wasn't really room for our bags, no seating, and definitely no room to unpack. The picture of the Alpha Guesthouse that you see online only has 2 or 3 rooms actually in that building, and they are hostel style rooms. Any other rooms they have are in other hotels nearby that they have a deal with. When we went back to tell them we had reserved a different room, the person working at the "front desk" kept saying that when we booked on expedia (we did not use expedia, but he thought we did) they just got a code for the size of room we wanted, but did not know which picture we had seen. I told him he should make the pictures online accurate, but he was just laughing and kept repeating himself. He wouldn't do anything to help us out because the manager was not there. We came back in the morning when the manager was supposed to be there, and he was- sleeping on a cot behind the desk. The guy from the night before woke him up and told him the situation and the manager, clearly hung over, and not even looking at us, just told the guy to switch our room to the one we booked. After half an hour, he moved us to the room we saw online, which had been available all along. It was also in another hotel on the same street. It did not look as big as the picture made it look online and had only one strange greenish light, but we decided to stay there anyway. There was one small window that did not let in any light and no closets or drawers. Needless to say, we were not impressed at all with this hotel. If it had not been so late and we had had more energy, we probably would have just looked for another place the first night we got there because the surrounding streets were full of hotels.

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6/10 Okay

soo

Aug 26, 2014

Liked: Staff & service

신촌네거리랑 가깝고 서강대 주변이고 신촌역이랑도 얼마 안걸립니다.

교통편이 편해요 주변에 게스투 하우스랑 모텔이 많아서 밤에 살짝 무섭긴햐도 사람소리들리니까 괜찮더라구요 20대 남자주인분 이셨는데 친절하시고 외국인들도 많이들 이용하시더라구요. 조식은 제공되지않습니다만 간단한 요리해먹을 정도는 됩니다 토스트기도있고 따뜻한물도 잘 나와요.

Verified review

6/10 Okay

joanne leung

Aug 24, 2014

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

位置極佳

人多時, 要爭廁所用, 感到不便

Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Aug 19, 2014

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

신촌역 인근이라 만족/주택을 개조한 게스트하우스

두개의 알파게스트하우스로 조금 헤맸음. 밤늦게 입실을 했지만 60대정도의 여성이 반겨주셨고, 화장실도 비교적 넓은편이였으며 관광책자에 불편함이없었지만 다음날 10시 넘어서 왠 남자 외국인목소리가 들렸고, 밖에서 누워서 전화중이였음. 직원은 보이지도 않음. 조금 찝찝했지만 신촌역과 가까워서 좋았음

Verified review

8/10 Good

ひろきん

May 8, 2014

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

アットホームなゲストハウス

私は2泊3日でしたが、オーナーさんも気さくな方で、家に帰ってきた感じです。場所は若干分かりにくい所にありますが、たどり着けばもう安心。落ち着いた生活が待っています。次回も韓国へ行きたいと思っていますが、その際もこちらに宿泊します。

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2/10 Terrible

Androcles

May 7, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a hotel. A middle man.

Thought we were reserving a room at this place. Turned up at seven and was told to come back at ten. Came back at ten and had to wait in line to be taken to another place. This was a s e x motel. We paid 20000 more for our room because of the middle man.

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Jan 10, 2014

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very nice, pleasant stay

I go to Seoul quite a lot and been to quite few guest houses but at the end i return to this one. The location isnt so great but with the service, cleanliness and the rooms it's all worth it.

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Dec 9, 2013

Liked: Staff & service

A good stay.

I've been staying in the guesthouse for about a week. It is convenient because it is located somewhere in the middle of the busy Sinchon station. Everything is here. Coffee shops are nearby, markets, shopping complex, you name it. Good stay.

Verified review

4/10 Poor

유나기

Oct 22, 2013

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

차가운 온돌방

연대 수시 면접 때문에 다급하게 예약은 알파케스트하우스로 했는데 숙소는 앞 렉스모텔 온돌방에서 숙박 새벽에 추워서 잠을 깸 가격에 비하여 시설 등이 낙후 되어서.......

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 8, 2013

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfext for an overnight stay

We stayed here so we had a place to crash after clubbing in Hongdae. The host was extremely polite and spoke fluent english. Will definitely stay here again.

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4/10 Poor

The Traveller

Jul 3, 2013

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last Resort Place to Stay

I needed a hotel in an emergency situation and had limited funds, thus I chose this hotel. The hotel room is very small. If you have any luggage, you will not be able to move around in your room. There is no elevator, so be prepared to walk up a few flight of stairs on the way up to your room. If you have luggage, forget about it as you would be carrying this up and down the stairs. The front desk people speak no English at all. So if you need help, you better speak Korean. Only use as a last ditch place or if you really have no money to spend.

Verified review

6/10 Okay

ジヘン

May 12, 2013

コミュニケーションのプロがいる。

オーナは日本語は話せませんがとても親切です。私は韓国語も英語も話せませんが、身振り手振りのコミュニケーションがプロでした！！

Verified review

8/10 Good

마유

May 8, 2013

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

二回利用しました！

今回は４泊させて頂きました！以前、留学した際にも一ヶ月間利用させて頂きましたが、オーナーのおじさんは英語も出来、すごく優しい人でした^ ^ 部屋もキレイだし、冷蔵庫に入ってるお水は勝手に飲んでOKだし、キッチンも最低限の器具や食器も揃っているので料理を作って食べることも出来ました。トイレやシャワーについても特に問題はなく、毎日掃除してくれるので汚くないです^_^ ただ、部屋が寒いです(笑)布団が薄いので厚着して寝るのがいいと思います。夏は泊まったことないのでどんな感じかわかりませんが…冬と春は寒いなという印象を受けました。でも値段が最高に安いので許せるかな^o^

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Apr 4, 2013

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

見かけ倒し

室内の写真と実際と隔たりが大きかった。何よりセキュリーティ－に対する意識が低すぎる。設備も乏しい、

Verified review

8/10 Good

たか

Sep 5, 2012

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

所在地は、少しわかりづらい

ゲストハウスのオーナーの方が、非常に優しく、周辺の情報などなんでも聞く事ができました。所在地はすこし分かりづらいかもしれません。

Verified review

6/10 Okay

KM

Aug 25, 2012

良い思い出が作れました

ドミトリー式の部屋に泊まりました。他の宿泊客と交流出来たので良い思い出が作れました。場所は少しわかりづらかったですが、なんとか着くことができました。利用する際は下調べをして行くことをお勧めします。

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Aug 14, 2012

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get what you pay for

This place was really cheap and you end up getting what you paid for. It isn't "nice" to look at, but things are clean enough. The building my room was in had week AC and I had trouble sleeping cause I couldn't get comfortable with the heat. The staff were friendly and eager to please, but they left loose ends in different points and aspects of the check-in process that made them seem a bit unprofessional. It is a personal quirk I judging from, though. Overall, it's fine, but I would avoid it during hot weather.

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 14, 2014

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alpha Guesthouse

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

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Seoul

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Getting around

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About this property

Alpha Guesthouse

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Alpha Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

6.2/10

6.6/10

6.0/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Verified traveler

2/10 Terrible

Michael

i have no idea... they seemed nice but no rooms...

Michael

8/10 Good

HYUNGGUEN

Reasonable Price.

HYUNGGUEN

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

よかったと思います。

Verified traveler

6/10 Okay