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Lux Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Seoul, 6-minute walk to Hongik University

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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156, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 04061
  • Place, Hongik University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hongdae Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Yonsei University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Men only (4 people) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only (4 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (3 people - Bunk Bed) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (3 people - Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared dormitory, male only (2 people) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared dormitory, male only (2 people)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Hongdae within a short walk of Hongik University, Lux Guesthouse - Hostel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Namdaemun Market. This 3-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, express check-in, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Hongik University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hongdae Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yonsei University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seogang University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ewha Woman's University - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station - 4 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 12 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪산울림1992 - ‬1 min walk
  • 봉주르
  • ‪원신 cafe in Seoul - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪TAILOR COFFEE - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪MAMMOTH COFFEE - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel

Hostel in Seoul, 6-minute walk to Hongik University
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice. Additional amenities include express check-in, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lux Guesthouse Hostel Seoul
Lux Guesthouse Hostel
Lux Guesthouse Seoul
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel Seoul
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Hongdae within a short 8-minute walk of Hongdae Street and also 14 minutes on foot from KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae. You'll also find Myeongdong Street and Lotte Outlets Seoul Station within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Lux Guesthouse - Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Lux Guesthouse - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hostel, including premium bedding and slippers in each room and city views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Lux Guesthouse - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Lux Guesthouse - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Lux Guesthouse - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel.

Does Lux Guesthouse - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Lux Guesthouse - Hostel is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 12.5 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), which is around 27.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Lux Guesthouse - Hostel.

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 62 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Shaun, New York

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property should not be , in my opinion, on this site . This feels like someone’s apartment that rents out rooms . It’s super messy , disorganized. I arrived early and a guy sleeping on the sofa told me to come back at 3pm. He said I would have bed 3 . When I can back at 4pm , I went to bed 3 but that was in use , a random guy told me to use bed 4 but that bed was not made up . I was so turned off I just left even though I had pre paid .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Burak

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

Stay somewhere else

This is not a guesthouse,also not lux as it's named.it's an apartment, in each room there are bunk beds with 2 bathrooms.But everywhere is so dirty that you are even hesitating to touch.i don't know how there is no cleaning done at all,place needs serious maintenance and cleaning.only positive thing is location,a place to sleep and shower.if you can pay more,go somewhere else
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAMONE CATILYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A nice place for solo travelers. Enjoyed myself and was very comfortable. Necessities were provided, but bringing extras, such as shoes and towels, wouldn't hurt.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

viridiana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worst experience ever, on picture it looked an ok gueat house and for the price we didn't expect a 5 start property but as soon as you arrive to the place you can see that everything is dirty. Going inside the property and crossing accrooss the hallway and the kitchen there was a piece of wood and newspapers on what i assume was a fixer from the broken floor. The kitchen was full of dishes and when you go to your room it was definitely the okay part but the blanket small like hasn't been washed in a while. The only good point was the quick communication but it didn't matter because the property was definitely not well taken care of. We went after an hour out and found a better place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No laundry facilities as is posted on website.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonie

Disliked: Amenities

10/10 Excellent

Elaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very clean place, very worth the money, easy access
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Shuan, HK

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is convenient with lota of coffee places nearby. Climbing 5 stories with my luggage was a thumbsdown. Also the shared toilet smells strange
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Little far from subway but love the staffs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
One of the shower/bathrooms is so small that there's no room to put any of your items, other than on top of the toilet. A shelf or some hooks, as well as a bathmat to dry your feet outside the door, would make a big difference. Other than that, the guesthouse was fine. A pleasant seating area with outlets, and reasonably comfortable bed. There are also free storage lockers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

convenient for solo travelers

convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good place

Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good location, but feels like being in a home

Good location and a good place, but lacks the convenience and privacy of a real guest house - it feels like staying in someone's home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Average guest house.

Average guest house.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
there was no one there helping me checked in, the one who helped me open the door for the guesthouse was also a guest who stayed at the same guesthouse. There are mosquito and i got lots of mosquito bite. The shower didn't have hot or eve warm water, i then had to put on all of my clothes again asked for help.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Convenient, nice guests

Nice guests, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friendly guests, great location

Great location near Hongdae and Sinchon. Guests are friendly. Feels like "crashing with your cousin" rather than a guest house. Open living room with sofa, two chairs, tv, pc, arcade game console. Smaller but well-appointed kitchen; including gas stove. Two full baths with showers. 4 bedtooms; 16 people can be at the guest house at most; however, there are usually only 6 to 8 guests at a time. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Earl Collin

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

Amazing place at Hongdae

I will definitely stay here again when I go back to Korea. The staff was so friendly and accommodating!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Clean, Comfortable and Great Staff

The place was incredibly clean and nice. Lives up to the name Lux. The staff was very helpful, even helping me get a taxi to the airport and helping me carry my luggage up/down the stairs. Would totally recommend. Very close to Hongdae, about a 5-8 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Russell-Harvey

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

Cosy, comfortable like a home | One Tech Traveller

They opened for only a week so yet to reflected everywhere but I had no problems finding Lux Guesthouse. Located on the 5F, you'll want to bear in mind the stairs. However, check-in was smooth, the staff were very friendly and multi-lingual with a family-style run approach to Lux guesthouse. For the price, the sleeping arrangements were great. I stayed in the 6 bed dormitory which had modern beds, plenty of storage and a large modern cabinet to stow away clothes on the hangers and relatively large backpacks and smaller items. The beds were comfortable and you get a full-on blanket which is soft and comfortable like back home. The rooms are well-heated with heated floors in the social area too. The two showers are pressurised well, though if used at the same time temperature and pressure drops so bear this in mind. Overall, it was comfortable with shampoo and toothpaste provided. The self-service kitchen has a fridge, stove, microwave and hot water machine for all you need. Internet is important for me and I'm happy to say it has very fast wifi so I could work from the lounge with ease. As I stayed over Christmas, we had a small ji-mek party which was great and found it felt like home including the people. I definitely recommend the place for comforts. It's mid-way between Hongik university station exit 8 and Sinchon exit 8. The quieter side but near all the restaurants and shops of Hongdae so was perfect. Read full review on my site at One Tech Traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Kai

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YEAJIN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sheng rong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hyun Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024