Chingu Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Central hostel connected to a shopping centre in Seoul with free parking

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Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Smart TV, video game console, DVD player

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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19-3, Wausan-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 04074
  • Place, Hongik University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, YG Entertainment Building
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Yonsei University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Private Double Room (Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

1 Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory (Mixed,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory (Female,Foreigners only)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Seoul

Chingu Guesthouse puts you in the heart of Seoul, connected to a shopping centre and within just a 10-minute stroll of Hongik University and Hongdae Street. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .TVs with DVD players are featured in all 7 shared rooms, and you can enjoy 3 bathrooms, dining areas and sitting areas. Fridges, microwaves and stovetops make in-room dining convenient. Rice cookers, video game consoles and desks are also available. Bathrooms are shared. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a computer station. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Hongdae hostel include Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street.

What's nearby

  • Hongdae Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hongik University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • YG Entertainment Building - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Yonsei University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Seoul World Cup Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station - 6 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 12 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hit Coffee Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪아날로그 가든 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪안동한우마을 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪아우네돼지불백 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪서교동 연탄집 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chingu Guesthouse

Central hostel connected to a shopping centre in Seoul with free parking
A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Chingu Guesthouse. Self parking is free.

This Seoul hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Chingu Guesthouse offers 7 shared accommodations with DVD players and video game consoles. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and rice cookers. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 53-inch smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodation
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: KRW 5000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 10000.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: KRW 5000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 10000.0 per stay

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 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, debit cards and cash
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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Mr. Kim's Friends Guesthouse
Mr. Kim's Friends Guesthouse Hostel Seoul
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Chingu Guesthouse Hostel Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel
Chingu Guesthouse Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse
Chingu Guesthouse Seoul
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Chingu Guesthouse Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Chingu Guesthouse?

Yep, Chingu Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chingu Guesthouse?

No, Chingu Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chingu Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Chingu Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.