South Korea · Seoul: Myeongdong, Insadong, Hongdae and Gangnam

Where to stay in Seoul: 12 hotels, hostels and guest houses

Twelve highly rated places to stay in the neighbourhoods where visitors to Seoul stay: Myeongdong, for shopping and Namsan; Jongno and Insadong, between palaces and hanok houses; Hongdae and Sinchon, with cafés and universities; Itaewon and Gangnam, to the south. Hotels, hostels with private rooms, a guest house and a hanok hotel. For each one: where it is, what it offers, the price per night month by month and what guests say.

12 places to stay 8.5-9.6 guest rating 17,169 reviews

Price per night month by month · Guest reviews · Map with all 12

Photo: Henry Acevedo · Pexels

The 12 at a glance

Three per neighbourhood, from hostels with private rooms to 4-star hotels: for a first visit, a few days of shopping and food, or a long stay with a kitchen.

Place to stayNeighbourhoodRatingReviewsFrom, per night
DADU HouseMyeongdong9.6 Exceptional798≈ ₩90,000
318 Stay■■■■Myeongdong9.1 Superb2,073≈ ₩129,000
Hotel Thomas Myeongdong★★★Myeongdong8.7 Fabulous2,980≈ ₩305,000
Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul★★★Jongno and Insadong9.1 Superb2,224≈ ₩210,000
Orakai Insadong Suites★★★★Jongno and Insadong9.0 Superb4,056≈ ₩214,000
Half rest hostel Jongno Insa★★Jongno and Insadong8.9 Fabulous446≈ ₩140,000
Dreaming Hostel Sinchon HongdaeHongdae and Sinchon9.5 Exceptional397≈ ₩49,000
Dream HouseHongdae and Sinchon9.0 Superb817≈ ₩130,000
Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae★★★★Hongdae and Sinchon8.8 Fabulous637≈ ₩165,000
H HOSTEL ItaewonItaewon and Gangnam9.1 Superb1,820≈ ₩105,000
Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam★★★★Itaewon and Gangnam9.1 Superb637≈ ₩167,000
HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL★★★Itaewon and Gangnam8.5 Very good284≈ ₩214,000

“From” is the lowest price per night for 2 adults over the next 12 months, in Korean won (₩), as shown in each property’s calendar. Rates change: the price for your dates is confirmed when you book. ★ = the property’s stars. ■ = quality rating (1 to 5) for properties without stars.

Myeongdong: shopping and Namsan on foot

About 300 m from Myeongdong or City Hall station, close to Namsan Park, N Seoul Tower and Deoksugung Palace.

DADU House, in Seoul (South Korea)

DADU House

Myeongdong

9.6 Exceptional · 798 reviews

📍 49, Toegye-ro 18-gil, Jung-gu · Myeongdong station 300 m · Namsan Park 850 m · N Seoul Tower 1.7 km

  • Breakfast
  • Shared kitchen
  • Terrace with a view
  • Family rooms

A hostel in central Myeongdong, on a quiet street, with private rooms with TV, air conditioning and a terrace overlooking the city. It has a garden, a shared lounge, a shared kitchen and an American breakfast. It is the best-rated place in the guide; guests praise the beds, the cleanliness and the rooftop.

«Right in the centre of Myeongdong, but away from the bustle. Very clean and practical.»
9 Noelia Spain · 08/2026
«I loved feeling like I was in a K-drama house. The bed was very comfortable, and the shared areas, such as the bathrooms, the kitchen and the rooftop, were spacious and clean. I liked that breakfast was included. The location is excellent: in less than 5 minutes on foot you reach the metro or the bus.»
9 Laura Colombia · 07/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩90,000-99,000
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318 Stay, in Seoul (South Korea)

318 Stay

Myeongdong

9.1 Superb · 2,073 reviews

📍 26, Toegye-ro 20ga-gil, Jung-gu · Myeongdong station 300 m · Seoul Animation Center 50 m · Namsan Park 1 km

  • Kitchenette
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Family rooms
  • Lift

A guest house steps from Myeongdong, with rooms and apartments with a kitchenette, fridge, flat-screen TV and private bathroom; some have a terrace with mountain views. It offers a paid airport shuttle and is close to the airport bus stop. Guests praise the friendliness of the host.

«Very well located: you go down a few steps and you are in Myeongdong. Very clean, well equipped and comfortable. The owner, very friendly and kind, waited up late to welcome me.»
10 Miriam Spain · 08/2026
«The host’s kindness, the comfort and cleanliness of the room. And the location, near the airport bus stop.»
10 Jacki Spain · 07/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩129,000
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Minimum stay: 2 nights in May, Jul, Aug, Sep and Oct.

Hotel Thomas Myeongdong, in Seoul (South Korea)

Hotel Thomas Myeongdong

★★★Myeongdong

8.7 Fabulous · 2,980 reviews

📍 26, Sejong-daero 16-gil, Jung-gu · City Hall station 400 m · Seoul Plaza 350 m · Deoksugung Palace 650 m

  • Buffet breakfast
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms

A 3-star hotel 3 minutes’ walk from exits 7 and 8 of City Hall station (lines 1 and 2), less than 10 minutes from Deoksugung Palace. Rooms have a flat-screen TV, fridge, kettle, desk and private bathroom with an electronic bidet; a buffet breakfast is served in the morning. Guests praise the cleanliness and how close everything is.

«Very good location, close to everything (metro, shops, restaurants) and in a quiet area. The hotel has new facilities and spacious, comfortable rooms. Good breakfast.»
10 Daniel Chile · 05/2026
«The hotel is very well located, the room was spacious and everything was very clean.»
10 Andrea Colombia · 04/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩305,000-506,000
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Jongno and Insadong: palaces and hanok houses

Between Changdeokgung and Gyeongbokgung palaces, Bukchon Hanok Village and the streets of Insadong.

Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul, in Seoul (South Korea)

Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul

★★★Jongno and Insadong

9.1 Superb · 2,224 reviews

📍 19, Yulgok-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu · Anguk metro 350 m · Changdeokgung Palace 150 m · Bukchon Hanok Village 550 m

  • Hanok hotel
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Garden
  • 24-hour front desk

A hotel in hanok style, the traditional Korean house, opposite Changdeokgung Palace and a few blocks from Bukchon Hanok Village. It has a garden, a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and a buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast; rooms have air conditioning, TV and a safe. Guests praise the design, the quiet and the beds.

«The hotel is beautiful and the beds are excellent (and it is very quiet). We stayed in the deluxe triple room and fitted in perfectly. A warm hotel with a careful design, an exceptional location and very friendly staff. I recommend it 100 % and would gladly come back.»
10 Carmen Chile · 10/2026
«The location, in one of the most charming and lively areas of Seoul, and its decoration and style of hotel.»
8 Laura Spain · 08/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩210,000-238,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct
Orakai Insadong Suites, in Seoul (South Korea)

Orakai Insadong Suites

★★★★Jongno and Insadong

9.0 Superb · 4,056 reviews

📍 18, Insadong 4-gil, Jongno-gu · Jongno 3-ga station 450 m · Tapgol Park 250 m · Gyeongbokgung Palace 1.4 km

  • Apartments with kitchen
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Parking
  • 24-hour front desk

A 4-star serviced residence with spacious, fully equipped apartments in the heart of Insadong, for family holidays or long stays. It has 2 swimming pools, a 24-hour front desk, laundry and parking. It is the most-reviewed place in the guide; guests praise the size of the apartments and the location.

«The apartment was huge: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room and a kitchen, very comfortable for a family stay. The location is very good, in Insadong.»
10 Ana Spain · 09/2026
«The apartment was lovely, comfortable and clean. The location was very good, and the facilities such as the pool, the gym and the sauna were perfect. The staff were very friendly and competent.»
10 María Spain · 08/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩214,000-396,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct
Half rest hostel Jongno Insa, in Seoul (South Korea)

Half rest hostel Jongno Insa

★★Jongno and Insadong

8.9 Fabulous · 446 reviews

📍 48, Jong-ro 17-gil, Jongno-gu · Jongno 3-ga station 400 m · Tapgol Park 150 m · Cheonggyecheon 750 m

  • Private bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

A 2-star hostel with private rooms, all with their own bathroom, air conditioning, TV, fridge and coffee maker, between Insadong and the Cheonggyecheon stream. It has a shared kitchen, a shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. Guests praise the location, the cleanliness and the free ramen and coffee.

«Very well connected, with lots of restaurants nearby. The staff were very friendly and the room was spacious and clean. They also had a laundry service for 4000 won, and free ramen and coffee.»
10 Carolina Spain · 07/2026
«Very good location, close to the metro station and restaurants. Clean, with very friendly staff.»
10 Silvia Spain · 10/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩140,000-260,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct

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Hongdae and Sinchon: cafés, universities and neighbourhood life

Near Sinchon, Hapjeong and Hongik University stations, with the airport railroad and metro line 2.

Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae, in Seoul (South Korea)

Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae

Hongdae and Sinchon

9.5 Exceptional · 397 reviews

📍 18-5, Yonsei-ro 2na-gil, Seodaemun-gu · Sinchon station 350 m · Gyeongui Line Forest Park 1.3 km

  • Private bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Terrace and garden
  • Laundry

A small, budget-friendly hostel in Sinchon, next to Hongdae, with private rooms with bathroom, hairdryer and slippers. It has a garden, a terrace, a shared lounge, a shared kitchen, laundry and arranges tours. Guests praise the host, the heating in winter and how close the metro is.

«Very good location: the metro and the bus are right next to it and it is right in the centre. The owner is very kind and attentive.»
10 Sofía Spain · 04/2026
«The host is very kind and attentive at all times. The rooms are comfortable and have everything you need: towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner and a hairdryer. We went in winter and the room was well heated. It is 5 minutes from the metro station, with cafés and restaurants around.»
10 Janeth Chile · 01/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩49,000-50,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct
Dream House, in Seoul (South Korea)

Dream House

Hongdae and Sinchon

9.0 Superb · 817 reviews

📍 78, Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu · Mangwon station 650 m · Hapjeong station 750 m · Hongdae 10 minutes on foot

  • Spacious rooms
  • Laundry
  • Lift
  • Garden

A place to stay 8 minutes’ walk from Hapjeong station and 10 from Hongdae, the neighbourhood of indie culture, shops, cafés and nightlife. It has free WiFi, a lift, laundry and a garden, and the airport limousine bus comes from Incheon. Guests praise the size of the rooms, the daily cleaning and the bathtub.

«Very comfortable and especially spacious for Seoul. Close to Hongdae station and very convenient for getting around the city.»
9 Catalina Colombia · 06/2026
«A very clean place: the room was cleaned every day. Also, the room is very spacious, with a bathroom with a big bathtub.»
10 Emily Spain · 09/2025
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩130,000
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Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae, in Seoul (South Korea)

Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae

★★★★Hongdae and Sinchon

8.8 Fabulous · 637 reviews

📍 31, World Cup buk-ro, Mapo-gu · 5 minutes’ walk (500 m) from exit 1 of Hongik University station · Gyeongui Line Forest Park 850 m

  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bathtub and shower

A 4-star hotel in Hongdae, 500 m from Hongik University station (metro line 2 and airport railroad). Almost every room has a deep soaking bathtub and a separate shower, hardwood floors and large windows with city views. It has a fitness centre, free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a buffet breakfast.

«Staff were lovely and room was spacious. Buffet breakfast also yum!»
9 Brittany Australia · 11/2026
«The hotel’s location and cleanliness, plus the kettle with tea and coffee in the room, and the shower gels, shampoos and lotion in the bathroom.»
8 M Spain · 04/2024
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩165,000-220,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct

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Itaewon and Gangnam: south of the centre

A hostel by Itaewon station and two hotels in Gangnam, near Hakdong and Sinsa stations.

H HOSTEL Itaewon, in Seoul (South Korea)

H HOSTEL Itaewon

Itaewon and Gangnam

9.1 Superb · 1,820 reviews

📍 103-2 Bogwang-ro, Yongsan-gu · Itaewon station 300 m · Leeum Samsung Museum of Art 1 km · N Seoul Tower 2.7 km

  • Breakfast
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Family rooms
  • Private parking

A modern hostel in Itaewon, 300 m from the station, with rooms with air conditioning, a desk and city views, a shared lounge and a rooftop terrace. Breakfast is available, and private parking for a fee. Guests praise the location, the breakfast, the free laundry and the terrace.

«Location, cleanliness and facilities. The laundry is free, dryer included. The rooftop is lovely for a coffee. A very complete breakfast.»
10 Fernando Spain · 08/2026
«This is the second time I have stayed here. The location is great, very close to the metro. The service at reception is very good. There is a terrace on the top floor of the building.»
10 Ana Spain · 11/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩105,000-143,000
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Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam, in Seoul (South Korea)

Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam

★★★★Itaewon and Gangnam

9.1 Superb · 637 reviews

📍 645, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu · Hakdong station 350 m · Eonju station 500 m · COEX Aquarium 2.8 km

  • 3 restaurants
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • City view

A 4-star hotel in Gangnam with city views from every room; rooms have a coffee maker, fridge, safe and a bathroom with bidet. It has a fitness centre, restaurants, room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange. Guests praise the staff, the size of the rooms and the breakfast.

«The friendliness of the staff, the spacious and elegant rooms, and the complimentary bottles of water every day.»
10 Carlos Spain · 08/2026
«A very spacious, comfortable and clean room with a great view of Seoul. They give you a voucher for the hotel restaurant, for a glass of wine or a coffee. The staff are very friendly and attentive.»
10 Jordi Spain · 09/2026
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩167,000-251,000
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NovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct
HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL, in Seoul (South Korea)

HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL

★★★Itaewon and Gangnam

8.5 Very good · 284 reviews

📍 153 Dosan-daero, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu · Sinsa station 550 m · Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Memorial Hall 1.2 km · Jamwon Hangang Park, by the Han River, 1.8 km

  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • 24-hour front desk
  • City view

A 3-star hotel in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam, with a garden, a terrace and a bar, and city views. Rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, TV and a bathroom with bidet; the 24-hour front desk speaks English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. Guests praise the location and the beds.

«The location was awesome and the room was perfect. It had a view of the Seoul tower and the bed was very comfortable. I loved it.»
10 Ashley United States · 11/2025
«Clean, central, and I did enjoy their bar located in the hotel. Overall, it was a simple and convenient stay.»
10 Jennifer United States · 11/2025
Price per night, 2 adults (thousands of ₩)
≈ ₩214,000-321,000
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The 12 places to stay on the map

Tap a number to see the property. Myeongdong and Jongno are in the historic centre, north of the Han River; Hongdae and Sinchon, to the west; Itaewon, at the foot of Namsan, and Gangnam, across the river.

When to go

Average high temperature for each month in Seoul.

Jan2°
Feb5°
Mar12°
Apr18°
May23°
Jun27°
Jul29°
Aug29°
Sep25°
Oct19°
Nov11°
Dec3°
Summer (Jun-Aug)Spring and autumn (Apr-May and Sep-Oct)Winter (Nov-Mar)
🌡️ Average highs of 27 to 29 °C in summer and 2 to 5 °C in winter🌸 Spring (April and May): highs of 18 to 23 °C, cherry blossom season🍁 Autumn (September and October): highs of 19 to 25 °C and autumn colours in the palaces and on Namsan☀️ Summer (June to August): hot and humid; July and August bring most of the year’s rain (310 and 260 mm)❄️ Winter (December to February): cold and dry, with 18 to 26 mm of rain a month📊 2015-2024 averages in Seoul (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis)

On each property’s card, months marked «·» have no published rate yet: properties open their calendars in stages. It does not mean they are closed.

Things to do in Seoul

The most-reviewed tours departing from Seoul: the city and its palaces, markets and Korean cooking, the DMZ and a day trip to Mount Seorak and Nami Island.

Tours and experiences in Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

★ 4.953,799 reviewsfrom KRW 69,008

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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

★ 4.94,934 reviewsfrom KRW 44,165

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★ 5.02,771 reviewsfrom KRW 35,884

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Seoul Street Food Market Tour

Seoul Street Food Market Tour

★ 5.01,900 reviewsfrom KRW 109,033

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Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

★ 4.91,358 reviewsfrom KRW 123,387

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Local Home Korean Cooking Class & Market Adventure in Seoul

Local Home Korean Cooking Class & Market Adventure in Seoul

★ 5.01,124 reviewsfrom KRW 144,917

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Complete your trip

Everything to plan the whole trip.

Car rental

🚗 Car rental

To leave Seoul at your own pace: Mount Seorak, Nami Island or the east coast.

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Flights

✈️ Flights

Find flights to Seoul Incheon or Gimpo and plan the whole trip.

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Airport transfer

🚕 Airport transfer

A driver waiting for you at the airport, with the price fixed in advance.

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What the transfer includes

🛡️ What the transfer includes

The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it is delayed. Fixed price in advance, with taxes, tolls and tip included. You are met with a sign with your name, the vehicle matches your group size, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.

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Getting there

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From Incheon

Incheon International Airport is 50-61 km away. The airport railroad (AREX) runs to Seoul Station and stops at Hongik University, in Hongdae; airport limousine buses stop near several of these properties, such as 318 Stay in Myeongdong.

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From Gimpo

Gimpo Airport is 11-23 km from the properties in this guide, with the metro and the airport railroad into the centre.

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By metro

All 12 have a station nearby: Myeongdong, City Hall, Anguk, Jongno 3-ga, Sinchon, Mangwon, Hapjeong, Hongik University, Itaewon, Hakdong and Sinsa.

More places to stay in Seoul on the map

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Your place to stay in Seoul

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Hotels, hostels, guest houses and hanok stays in Seoul, with real-time prices and availability

Frequently asked questions

Which neighbourhood in Seoul is best to stay in?

Myeongdong is the most convenient for a first visit: shopping, street food, Namsan and airport buses. Jongno and Insadong are between the palaces and Bukchon Hanok Village. Hongdae and Sinchon have cafés, universities and the airport railroad. Itaewon and Gangnam are south of the centre.

Which are the best-rated places in this guide?

DADU House (9.6) in Myeongdong and Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae (9.5); then, at 9.1, Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul (2,224 reviews), 318 Stay (2,073), H HOSTEL Itaewon (1,820) and Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam.

What does the price per night include?

It is the lowest price of each month for 2 adults, per night, in Korean won (₩), as shown in each property’s calendar. Hanok Hotel DAAM Seoul and Hotel Thomas Myeongdong serve a buffet breakfast; DADU House and H HOSTEL Itaewon also offer breakfast. If a property requires a minimum stay, it is shown below its price chart.

Are there places with a kitchen or for long stays?

Orakai Insadong Suites has apartments with a kitchen, 2 swimming pools and parking; 318 Stay, rooms with a kitchenette in Myeongdong. DADU House, Half rest hostel Jongno Insa and Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae have a shared kitchen.

Which ones are accessible for guests with reduced mobility?

According to their listings, 318 Stay, Hotel Thomas Myeongdong, Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae, Eliena Hotel Seoul Gangnam and HOTEL ANTEROOM SEOUL are adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

When is the best time to visit Seoul?

Spring (April and May) and autumn (September and October) have highs of 18 to 25 °C, good for exploring the city on foot. Summer is hot, and July and August are the rainiest months; winter is cold and dry. Each property’s card shows the price per night month by month.

How do I get there from Incheon Airport?

By the airport railroad (AREX) to Seoul Station or Hongik University, or by limousine bus, which stops near several properties in Myeongdong. Incheon is 50-61 km away; Gimpo, 11-23 km.