Hostel Cleo Seoul Hongdae

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Hostel Cleo Seoul Hongdae

113-1 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 03985, South KoreaSee Hotel Details
Hostel Cleo Seoul Hongdae
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8.8/10
Very good
149 Reviews
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Location9.2
Amenities8.2
Service9.3
Cleanliness8.7
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Trakanta
Double Room
Stay Date Mar 2026
Solo traveler
1 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 14, 2026
The place is easy to find, clean, and super convenient. It’s safe too, so you can come to the concert alone without any worries.
CKWCheung
Double Room
Stay Date Feb 2026
Family
36 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 7, 2026
The room was small but well-equipped, and the overall environment was clean and comfortable. Breakfast options were limited, but the dining area was cozy and elegant. The hotel is conveniently located near Hongdae Station, making transportation very easy.
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Guest User
Twin Room
Stay Date Feb 2026
Traveling with friends
5 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 15, 2026
I’ve met 2 employees there, both very well managed, good command of English and considerate. I felt welcome the moment I step into the hostel. The bed is soft and comfy. Secure, as they use passcode instead keycard. Nice supply of juice and coffee 24/7 at the pantry. Location is near to hongink station and the happening red-walk. Recommended!
Anonymous User
Twin Room
Stay Date Jan 2026
Traveling with friends
23 Reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Mar 19, 2026
Room was ok, but slightly small. Location requires a walk from the station. Breakfast in the morning was decent and norma
Guest User
Twin Room
Stay Date Mar 2026
Family
6 Reviews
7.5/10
Posted on Apr 16, 2026
Good location and will come back again.
Seiler
Double Room
Stay Date Nov 2025
Couple
1 Reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Dec 29, 2025
The room is very small, suitable for top-opening luggage. The B1 24-hour dining and lounge area is fine when nobody's there, but when it gets crowded, it really depends on how thick-skinned people are. The location is quite good, quiet yet close to all the action, with lots of food options nearby.
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Anonymous User
Triple Room
Stay Date Nov 2025
Family
24 Reviews
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Dec 17, 2025
Location is quite good. Do note that the room is really small. Shower head water is from the Basin water tap, creative.
Jangie
Twin Room
Stay Date Nov 2025
Family
1 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Dec 17, 2025
Location is great just only 300 metre walking to Hongdae area and MRT station ext3. So convenience, especially go back &forth to the airport. Highly recommended. The room is good except so small size of towels and no space for shower area, quite difficult for us. Breakfast is not variety, only bread and snack.
Guest User
Twin Room
Stay Date Nov 2025
Traveling with friends
1 Reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Dec 15, 2025
All good! Love the location and services; however, the bathroom does not separate the dry and wet zones. It is not a big deal because the floor dries quickly.
Guest User
Double Room
Stay Date Jan 2026
Traveling with friends
2 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 11, 2026
Nice location.
Anonymous User
Twin Room
Stay Date Feb 2026
Traveling with friends
2 Reviews
7.5/10
Posted on Mar 15, 2026
The hotel is about an 8-minute walk from the subway station, but it's still a bit far from the main Hongdae street, maybe over 1km away. The room can fit two 24-inch suitcases, but once opened, there's no space left. The room is quite clean, and mineral water and breakfast are provided. There's also a laundry room downstairs. Overall, it offers great value for money. The only significant drawback is the complete lack of soundproofing; it feels like sleeping right next to a busy road.
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Jmspht
Twin Room
Stay Date Feb 2026
Traveling with friends
2 Reviews
8.5/10
Very good
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
"Just wrapped up a week-long stay here and I’m honestly impressed. The vibe is great, though I’d recommend it primarily for solo travelers. If you’re coming as a duo with heavy luggage, the room might feel a little cozy! The best part? It’s super peaceful and away from the hustle, but only a short (<10 mins) walk to the station—and yes, there’s a direct line to the airport which is a lifesaver. You’ll find plenty of cute cafes and eateries nearby, just a heads-up that the neighborhood starts to wake up around 10 AM. Definitely a solid choice for your next trip!"
SHAHID MUHAMMAD NADEEM
Double Room
Stay Date Dec 2025
Couple
13 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jan 22, 2026
Hotel is not Good and Clean Staff is very Friendly hope Come again next time when I am Coming Seoul
Guest User
Twin Room
Stay Date Jun 2025
Family
2 Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 19, 2025
The location is fantastic, only a 7-10 minute walk from Hongdae Station, which made exploring super convenient. The room itself was a bit compact, and we could just about manage to open our luggage. However, despite the size, our overall stay was quite pleasant.
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Guest User
Double Room
Stay Date Dec 2025
Traveling with friends
3 Reviews
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Jan 23, 2026
Great location, and the service was good too. Definitely good value for money.
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