Reviews of Hotel The Designers Hongdae 2 stars
86, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04043 Seoul, South Korea
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Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Bath room, there is no separation between shower and toilet.
Reviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLocation was great as there was plenty of attractions and shops nearby which suited my needs.
NA
Reviewed: 8 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Restroom can’t be locked
Reviewed: 15 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewGood location
Hotel definitely need to be renovated. Mold was spotted all over the ceiling in bathroom
Reviewed: 26 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewOverall this was a nice place to stay for the cost. It is a little bit farther from hongik univ. station than I anticipated from Naver (about 15 minute walk), but the walk on the back roads through Hongdae street is really cool. The view was good, and the spa bath was quite nice, although the jets don't work (which was stated in the listing and not a surprise) and a plug was not provided. The room was mostly clean although there was a bit of scale built up around a lot of the bath/shower fittings and some of the lighting fixtures weren't properly fitted in the ceiling, but the beds were comfortable and the staff quite friendly and helpful, especially in arranging luggage storage - and ultimately for how cheap this place was to stay, we were fairly satisfied - it met all of our needs. If you're on a tight budget and want to stay near Hongdae, this is certainly not a bad option by any means. (Be aware they do not allow those under 19 years old to stay)
Reviewed: 6 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewGood location. Easy access from both nearby subway stations. Clean and environmentally friendly policies. 👌
The main enterance should have a clearer sign. I had to look around to spot the main door from the main road. No major problem though.
Reviewed: 24 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewNothing much
No lounge
Reviewed: 5 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Bit cold
Reviewed: 1 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewLocation and views were great
There were no amenities
Reviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe toilet was clocked. Personnel do not speak English at all. The hotel is very old and terrible dirty. No toiletries in the room.
Reviewed: 15 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewgreat location, decent room for the price. very helpful staff. nice tv. good aircon
Reviewed: 31 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
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Had to pay for toiletries, second bath towel and most English speaking TV stations
Reviewed: 4 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
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Facilities are not very well designed.
Reviewed: 16 June 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
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