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Reviews of Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite

15, Daehak-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03126 Seoul, South Korea

#258 of 555 hotels in Seoul

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Review score

Based on 133 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend if you intend is to explore the city, less recommended if you only looking to party
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stuff I as very helpful and easy to talk to.

    Very friendly and clean ! Good location in the old part of the city close to the main sights and markets. Transportation is also excellent and nearby to go anywhere in the city. Very quiet at night if you are looking to have somewhere not noisy and crowded.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    9.0
    Welcome to Seoul!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A number with separate beds has only on a third floor, w/o elevator.

    The hostel is located in the center of Seoul. The price includes breakfast, easy but tasty and sufficient. The room is not big, but enough for rest, in the room, has a quiet refrigerator. Bed linen and towels are clean. On the A-floor has citchen with water boiler, cofemashine, cutlery, electric stove, and iron. The hostel within walking distance, there are several historical places: palaces and memorials. There is a market nearby, foodcourts, farmacies, and subway. Good price/quality ratio. Before the trip, I had some problems with the credit card. The hostels staff approved my payment in cash , for which a great respect, thank you very much! Staff is friendly and has enough loyalty. p.s. if you are looking for a comfortable and not expensive place for staying downtown, I recommend it!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    7.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As a solo traveler, the street to the hostel is quite dark at night. Think its quite safe but still a little uncomfortable

    I like that the room is spacious, large bathroom and mini fridge in the room. It’s located close to subway and bus station. Nice staff!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Bunk Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little bit hard to find, but other is ok

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2024

    7.0
    Recommended for travelers who value convenience and price, and are traveling with companions.
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's advisable not to place a mirror directly opposite the bed...the owner should learn a bit about feng shui풍수🙏 Additionally, there's a slight odor from the bathroom drain, but personally, I don't find it too severe. Also, the door has only one lock, which may not provide much security for solo travelers (but don't worry, Seoul is generally very safe).

    The owner has incredible emotional intelligence and is a fascinating person to talk to; he's also very polite and always greets me in Chinese whenever he sees me. He's also very helpful – one time, he helped me call a car when I was running late for school (of course, I paid for it). The front desk guys are also great. The coffee is delicious, and the place is conveniently located near a metro station.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No light in the room except very white light aggressive for the eyes, not a real window, well the window very small and in front of a wall so no light coming inside. It's was very loud, loud buzzing all night long, we could even hear the neighbor snoring. Maybe I'm too sensitive to sound but it was too loud for me. The bed was a bit hard and for me the pillows very hard as well. The room was very hot, without circulating air.

    The staff was very nice, and the hostel is well located eve' though the street is a bit shady.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    8.0
    Pretty good value for my money. Super nice staff, would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 13 nights

    The location felt a bit unsafe at first, but I quickly learned that the area was safe enough even for a solo female traveler. The breakfast was not good in my opinion, but I could have inflated expectations in the frame of American continental breakfasts. There was a no elevator and a lot of stairs (which is pretty on par for Seoul), but just beware of this if you have accessibility needs. I have a mold allergy and my allergies always flared up when I was in my room, but I didn't see any mold on the surface - could have been something else.

    The staff were INCREDIBLE - so kind, eager to help, and even helped me carry my luggage up and down the stairs without me having to ask (no elevators). Our room keys unlocked the front door after office hours which gave me a lot of freedom with my travel. Hostel included towels, toilet paper, and slippers for in-room use. I enjoyed the option to have a solo room but still get the benefits of a hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator, but we already knew that and the guy from reception helped me with my luggage🙌

    Very good value for money

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Bunk Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our room was small but that was our own doing to stay under budget.

    Amazing Staff and Location!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very central and really close to the subway, which is a huge huge plus. It wasn’t expensive and you had access to the most fundamental things. Would definitely book again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    The staff members was friendly and very helpful. Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and Quiet

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water system is not stable. We stayed here for 7 days and got 3 days no hot water.

    Great location, walking distance to many famous places. Close to subway station. The staff were friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    8.0
    I’d love to come back if I’m back to Seoul. THANK YOU!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is indeed very close to subway station, yet it’s located in a narrow alley, so you need to drag your luggage all the way to their door. Not far, but dragging attention.

    I love the fact that the room was clean and well-equipped. The staffs are helpful and english-speaking. They also prepare simple breakfast, coffee, drinking water.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    8.0
    ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    location is not so good

    good

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    8.0
    Good value money for short term stay .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pathway walking to property instead scary. If you have heavy luggage, prepare to carry up steep staircase because no lift provided.

    Good value for money. Walking distance to many places such as Gyungbokgung, Gwangyang , DDP and subway & bus station. Good place to sleep if you looking for budget stay.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    7.0
    Nice rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinning area needed to be cleaned and tidied up.

    Room and bathroom a good size

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The narrow street is scary, looks like hooker’s place. Should be notified

    It is clean and good place to sleepover.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy access to public transportation, close to Kawagjang market and shopping area. Very informative staff.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are friendly and help us carry suitcases. hostel even provides breakfast which is really valuable at this price.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no lift/elevator. If you have a heavy lugagge and your assigned room is from level 2 to 4, then you will have to carry it while climbing the stairs.

    Staff are very polite and accomodating. Very close to the subway and Gwangjang Market where you can enjoy street foods without going to Myeong-dong. The rooms and kitchen are very clean. Great value for money.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Bunk Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very kind and helpful personnel!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    8.0
    Reasonable place in a convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This hotel is a good option for a quick stay. The room was clean but very sparse. The bed was just slightly softer than the floor but it was ok. Sheets were clean, bathroom was clean, staff was friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Bunk Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some of the stuff where not so friendly, the area is not ideal

    Breakfast was super basic, no more milk one hour before breakfast ended..

    Stayed in October 2023

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