K-Grand Hostel Dongdaemun

The breakfast was self service and the rules as explained by the counter staff were observed by the people staying in the hostel. The hostel is only a short walk from the subway station and the location has lots of shops and eateries, and pharmacies that suit the needs anytime.

I recommend it for a couple of nights. The location is good, close to the metro stop. There is air conditioning. The staff is very responsive. The price is very good and breakfast is included. You have to cook breakfast yourself, there are cereals, milk, juice, raw eggs, bread, butter, jam, tea, coffee, water. I saw in the reviews that there is problem with hot water. It turns out that there is a device on the wall in the room where you can turn on or off the hot water heating. Everything was fine with the water when the employee showed which button to press on the panel.

While there are nearby stores and shops, the neighborhood is generally quiet, which I like most. The room is clean, neat, and spacious. The location is near Seoul Forest and Ki Bakery, so if you want to exercise in the morning or buy some pastries, this place is for you.  Also, the receptionist is friendly and accommodating. I asked if there was a nearby terminal for buses going to the airport, and he immediately gave me directions and even a map. Overall, I loved my stay here. I felt safe and comfortable.

Good location in a less touristy neighbor. Close to 2 metro stations (Wangsimni and Sangwangsimni) and bus stations. There is an airport bus station nearby (bus 6010), across the road from Wangsimni Station Exit 4, and there is an elevator at Wangsimni station Exit 4 too if you prefer going to and from the airport by subway. Lots of restaurants and convenience stores nearby. The room was clean and a good size for a solo traveller like me. I imagine it would be a bit small for 2 people but it’s Seoul so that’s the average hotel room size for you. There is a kitchen where you can use the microwave and kitchenware after breakfast hours. Washing machine and dryer can also be used for 5,000 KRW each.

The staff was very friendly. The receptionist had a very good English. He helped us with everything, recommended good places to visit. Our stay in Seoul was very short, only 2 days and we spent these two days very great all thanks to K-Grand Hostel Dongdaemun. Special thanks for the mr who worked in reception. He was the best on his job. 👏👏👏 And the hotel provided us with guide book, city map and subway map, with clear explanations which was very helpful. If I'm gonna visit Seoul one more time I'm definitely staying here again. Extra point for the location. Very close to subway line 2, and the airport bus station. I really liked the breakfast, everything was fresh and well provided.