Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae puts you within a 10-minute drive of Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Hongik University Station is 9 minutes and Mangwon Station is 14 minutes.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, German, Korean, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Does Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (7-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae and nearby?
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae like?
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae is a short 9-minute walk from Hongik University Station and 15 minutes' walk from Hongik University.
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jun 11, 2024
I like the private room I stayed and loved the location of the hostel. The staff were very helpful. The only thing is that some of the other lodgers were not very respectful of the other people including the staff. They were loud at night and were not following the hostel rules.
Hanna
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Mar 22, 2024
If you like bed bugs then this is your place! When I first arrived I was given a bed in a dorm that was okay. The next day the woman in the other bunk was covered in bed bug bites. Then the staff removed my stuff without me knowing so that they could replace the mattress. The next day they “disinfected” the room. That smell made everyone so nauseous, but it went away after 3 days. Well two days later and I’m now covered in bed bug bites. Not to mention the staff didn’t only just remove my stuff without consent, they don’t clean ever, the owner is very passive aggressive, and the other staff members were quite inappropriate to many guest. The only good thing is the price
Samuel
Verified Travelocity guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 3, 2024
We were never greeted by the host, the shared space had an odd smell, and the bed frame fell apart when I sat in bed. There was paper in the sink and the bathroom was unisex with only a shower curtain to separate.
Malinda
Malinda, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2023
Nice place. Quiet. Staff are very helpful. Fast wi-fi. Wonderful place to explore Seoul from.
LABERTA
LABERTA, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2023
Fantastic hostel. Clean and well-run. Comfortable bed. Two good common areas plus a table outside. No drinking allowed.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 28, 2023
Nokuthula
Nokuthula, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2020
Very friendly vibe; nice place to relax, make friends and go out
JJ
JJ, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2019
The staff was very nice and the atmosphere was always very light and friendly.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 18, 2019
Clean. The manager is very kind and professional.
I hope they implement a stricter after hours noise rule. Some people do not realize how easily the sound travels.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 24, 2018
friendly staff, good location
friendly staff, good location
Clare
Clare, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2018
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2018
Nice stay with birds
Very nice hostel, amazing location, perfectly clean, friendly staff, everything was perfect. I will recommend this hostel to other who will to travel Seoul.
Tejpal
Tejpal, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 14, 2017
cheap for dorm and easy from Airport
The dorm room for 8 persons at the 1st floor not good the door is open all day but the staff is friendly and mind service.
sirijun
Verified CheapTickets guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2016
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jul 20, 2016
Staff left my laundry in the washing machine
Staff was suppose to put my clothes in the dryer but did not do so my clothes was left soaking in the wet which may damage my clothes. And i have to go to the laundry shop to get it dry. I was also late for my appointment because of this. They didnt do much to make up for their mistake but just apologize for it.
Verified traveler
Verified CheapTickets guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2016
The only place to stay in Hongdae!!!!
This was the most amazing place I stayed at during my two weeks in Seoul! I was so sad to leave the hostel as the manager was so friendly and inviting to myself and my friends :) She even took my friend and I to a cultural event on my last day of staying at the hostel. I wished I had stayed here during my whole stay in Seoul. I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Seoul.