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Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Gwangjang Market

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A reception area with a Star Hostel sign, a reception desk, a television, and a potted orchid.
A modern conference room with a long table, black chairs, white shelves, and a red door.
A modern building with a glass entrance and a metal fence with a star decoration.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small desk with a chair, and a window with a plant.
A staircase with a sign reading "CAFETERIA" leading to a room.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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15, Daehak-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 110-851
  • Place, Cheonggyecheon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gwangjang Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a hanging clothes rack.

Double Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer and a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view of the city.

Twin Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bunk bed, a TV, a mirror, and a small desk with a trash can in a hotel room.

Twin Ensuite Bunk Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 177 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A single-bed room with a Star Hostel mattress, a small table with a plant, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Single Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a wooden floor.

Triple Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small stool.

Family Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Seoul

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Jongno-gu guesthouse, you'll find Gwangjang Market and Korea Museum of Modern Costume. Pyounghwa Market and Doota Mall are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cheonggyecheon - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pyounghwa Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Jongno 5-ga Station - 1 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 12 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪백제정육점 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪미스터연지동순두부 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hyojeru - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪남해굴국밥 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪불타는 곱창 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

3-star guest house near Gwangjang Market
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Seoul guesthouse.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and shared/communal kitchens. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Seoul guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
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The price is $58
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Bed sheets available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

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, debit card, or 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Union Pay. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite Seoul
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite
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Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite Guesthouse
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite Guesthouse Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite to the airport?

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite is 16.7 mi (56-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 Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite on Oct 18, 2026 start from $85, including 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 Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite have an airport shuttle?

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite offers an airport shuttle.

Does Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite offer free breakfast?

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite?

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 (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite have a pool?

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite does not have a pool.

Does Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite to downtown Seoul?

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite is 1.4 mi away from Seoul.

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 431 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is warm and nice, the breakfast is simple but nice. The toilet is clean and okay!The reception place is a bit small but still okay for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff were very kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful and friendly, all instructions were clear, and the room was clean, cute, and comfortable. Overall, it was a minimal but efficient and well-run establishment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is okay for a budget stay. It has its pros and cons, but it serves its purpose for travellers looking for an affordable option.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and the staff are kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and the staff are kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying here is very convenient at low price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the most comfortable beds but the location was great and the staff was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean; all amenities are good; the staff are great and very kind satisfying me to go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is near train st. Staff speaks English fluently & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was okay. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient located even though the alley is a bit dark at night. Welcoming and friendly receptionists and overall ok breakfast.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bed is clean. Location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Very accessible to all places

Simple and comfortable beds; Complete amenity
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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

Nice hotel

Great stay. Budget friendly. Good breakfast included and very well located
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Little hard to find but great little place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, had a great time during my stay. Very convenient for transit and the Kwangjang Market closeby has a lot of great food options. Free breakfast was also a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was really comfortable. I will also stay at this hotel next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved my stay

Well nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff that felt like a second family. Great facilities and very cleanly. Would visit again and stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at this guesthouse. It is conveniently located near Jongno 5(o)ga subway station and 1 minute from 24 hour CU convenience store. My room was clean and quiet in the evening. The staff were fantastic and helpful. Breakfast is simple and a nice touch. I would stay here again next time I come to Seoul.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unsafe, neglige 0 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026