Hotel The Designers Hongdae

Property class: 2

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Close to Hongik University, Hotel The Designers Hongdae provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small desk with a vase of flowers, and a city view through a large window.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Semi Suite (Twin Bed, Max 3 guests-Contact property)

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate sink, and a mirror.

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

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property)

A modern hotel room with a wooden accent wall, a bed, a sofa, a coffee table with a vase, a TV, and a bar area.

Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property)

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite (TwinBed,Max 3 guests-Contact property)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a round table with two chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

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

  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite Family

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a large window with curtains, two beds with white linens, a long counter with stools, and a trash bin.

Suite Family

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Semi Suite Family

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall panel, a large window with curtains, and a bedside lamp.

Semi Suite Family

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a TV, and a city view.

Deluxe Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Hongdae, a neighbourhood in Seoul, Hotel The Designers Hongdae is near a metro station. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Mountain Park. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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373-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul

What's nearby

  • A Spider-Man statue climbing a building facade.
    Hongdae Street
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A large open field with bleachers, trees, and a building in the background.
    Hongik University
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hongdae Music Show Theatre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • YG Entertainment Building
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 백년육일집
    2 min walk
  • Prunus Garden (서교 본점)
    2 min walk
  • 라운지 클라리멘토
    4 min walk
  • 퍼스트펭귄카페
    2 min walk
  • Ouvert Seoul
    2 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Designers Hongdae

  • Hotel near Hongik University
  • Hotel The Designers Hongdae provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking and valet parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and a lift
    • Luggage storage, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All 80 individually decorated rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bidets, hairdryers and soap
    • LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
    • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site valet and self parking spaces 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

Restaurants on site

  • Humming Bella

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel The Designers Hongdae pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel The Designers Hongdae on 22 Sept 2026 start from NZ$148, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel The Designers Hongdae?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel The Designers Hongdae located?

Located in Hongdae, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hongdae Street and Hongik University. YG Entertainment Building and Seonyudo Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Hapjeong Station is only a 5-minute walk and Hongik University Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel The Designers Hongdae Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 254 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 147 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely book here again. Currently undergoing upgrades and renovations but nothing too disruptive. Staff was amazingly helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
in regards to location, this is great as right by Red Road in Hongdae filled with nightlife and restaurants. Unfortunately with cleanliness, our experience was extremely poor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Personell was helpful.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great for night life
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

The city view is just beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The staff were polite and helpful, and the room was clean and comfortable. The location was convenient for getting around, and I appreciated the basic amenities provided. Overall, it was a good experience and I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good size for a family of 4

Room was the perfect size. The tub is huge!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely the location of this property! Very central to Hongdae Red Street and Subway stations. The staff was also quite accommodating, courteous and friendly. I would def book here again on my next trip to Seoul!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's clean and comfortable! thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing view which I don't think i would get any where else.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. There is no laundry service nor laundry machines on site. They are currently renovating so the noise levels are quite loud from 9 AM to about 5 PM.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Just ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stylish design and modern vibe of the hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the location in Hongdae is perfect—close to cafes, shops, and nightlife. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just hope some lights that will work, great locations and staffs are friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite convenience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Room comfort
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby was not a fancy thing but rooms and everything else was beyond expected
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So easy to get to via the airport railroad. 711 right outside. Friendly staff that are there too help. Check in is at 3pm local time but they will store your bags up front.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except the housekeeping was not done in a proper manner. Our bathroom and toilet were not cleaned on the days we had housekeeping done. Staff was excellent. Hotel is in a great location with convenient public transport options and food and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Na
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

It wasn’t clean or worth the price
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos did not match actual room. Hotel is extremely overpriced.