Hotel The Designers Hongdae

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only hotel near Hongik University

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Royal Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes
Royal Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property) | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes
Deluxe Double Room | Memory foam beds, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes
Food and drink

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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373-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
  • Hongik University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • YG Entertainment Building
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Yonsei University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Suite Family

  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Semi Suite (Twin Bed, Max 3 guests-Contact property)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Semi Suite Family

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Royal Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Hongdae stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Hongdae hotel, you'll find Hongik University and Hongdae Street. YG Entertainment Building and Yonsei University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hongik University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hongdae Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • YG Entertainment Building - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Yonsei University - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Seoul World Cup Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hapjeong Station - 5 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 13 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪백년육일집 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ouvert Seoul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪퍼스트펭귄카페 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CAFE BROOKLYN - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪자성당 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Designers Hongdae

3.5-star adults-only hotel near Hongik University
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel The Designers Hongdae. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Seoul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hotel The Designers Hongdae offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Seoul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 10,000 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately KRW 10000 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel The Designers Hongdae to the airport?

Hotel The Designers Hongdae is 11.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel The Designers Hongdae?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel The Designers Hongdae on Oct 5, 2025 start from $129.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel The Designers Hongdae have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel The Designers Hongdae.

Does Hotel The Designers Hongdae offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel The Designers Hongdae, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of KRW 10000 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel The Designers Hongdae?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (6-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel The Designers Hongdae?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel The Designers Hongdae?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Hotel The Designers Hongdae have a pool?

Hotel The Designers Hongdae does not have a pool.

Does Hotel The Designers Hongdae have a restaurant?

Hotel The Designers Hongdae is home to Humming Bella, which features Modern European cuisine and brunch.

Does Hotel The Designers Hongdae have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel The Designers Hongdae to downtown Seoul?

Hotel The Designers Hongdae is 3.5 mi away from Seoul.