Momento Hostel Jongno

[Crying emoji] Hotels really hiked up their prices for the May Day holiday. I wanted to stay somewhere close to Myeongdong, but also cheap and clean. I blindly booked this place on Trip.com, 4 nights for over 2400 RMB. It opened in '26, so there weren't many reviews yet. [Good luck emoji] Today's my first day checking in, and the process was smooth. Before arrival, they email you your room number and a QR code for 24-hour self-check-in. The front desk guy was really nice. The guesthouse is located above a shopping area, very close to the Airport Limousine bus 6002 (get off at Jongno 2-ga) and also very close to the subway. Downstairs, there are Olive Young and CU convenience stores, which is super convenient. The room is well-equipped, though a bit small. It has slippers and a hairdryer. There's a hot/cold water dispenser and a coffee machine in the hallway. They also offer free umbrella rentals. I'll stop here for now and update as I stay. —Second Edit— Today's check-out day, and my overall impression is that the location is really convenient. Myeongdong isn't far to walk. Housekeeping was a bit so-so. If you hang the 'make up my room' sign, they'll tidy up, change towels and toiletries, make the bed, refill water, and empty the trash. However, they don't clean the floors or remove hair from the bathroom. After 9 PM, it's self-service. If you lose your room card, you can get a new one from the self-service machine. Check-out is also self-service. Downstairs is Korea Youth Street. Stepping out of the hotel, both left and right, you'll find Olive Young, convenience stores, coffee shops, and tons of restaurants. The side closer to the river leads to Myeongdong and has a large bakery/coffee shop. The other side is Jonggak subway station, and there's another large Olive Young there, plus many coffee chains. There's also a 24-hour Vietnamese pho place, but it felt just okay, probably more suitable if you're rushing to the airport.

The location is very convenient, and the room is compact, perfect for a solo traveler. For two people, it might feel a bit cramped. The only downside is that the room constantly smells of cooking oil from nearby restaurants, which is quite unpleasant. There's a microwave, water dispenser, instant noodle maker, and a washer/dryer on the 4th floor.

The hotel's location is excellent, making it convenient to get everywhere. Check-in is on the fifth floor. Before I went to Seoul, I knew it would rain, and I thought carrying an umbrella would be a hassle. Luckily, the hotel provides umbrellas on every floor for guests to use. There's 24-hour hot water and complimentary coffee and tea bags, which is a very thoughtful touch.

Pros: Located right by Cheonggyecheon Stream and quite close to Myeongdong, this hotel offers excellent value for money at its price point! The hotel's location is also fantastic, with plenty of eateries downstairs that make the area lively at night, mostly frequented by Koreans. Although it's in a bustling area, our room was surprisingly quiet. The hotel provides self-service coffee and instant noodles, which was a pleasant surprise – a thoughtful service for those with early flights or late-night arrivals! Minor Cons: The double room was very small, really tiny (though it was well-equipped despite its size). Also, the bathroom's ventilation wasn't very strong, making it feel a bit damp. Overall: I'd likely book this place again on my next visit; I'm very happy with the location!

Facilities: The overall feel is quite new, and the WiFi signal is pretty good. Cleanliness: No issues with cleanliness, it was very clean. Environment: The location is excellent, very close to the subway entrance and the airport shuttle bus stop. Getting to the airport by shuttle bus is very quick. There are many shops around, so it might be a bit noisy, but there are double-pane windows, and once closed, it feels very quiet. They even provide earplugs. Service: The service attitude is very good, and they offer luggage storage. They also have self-service instant noodles, which is a nice touch.

Highly recommend! It's clean and tidy! Very close to Myeongdong, just a ten-minute walk. Downstairs there are many restaurants and convenience stores, and it's only a 2-minute walk to subway exit 9! Super convenient! Plus, it's incredibly close to Cheonggyecheon Stream; cross the road, go down some stairs, and in less than a minute you're at the 'Seoul My Soul' photo spot! The hotel staff are excellent; I met 3 handsome guys and 1 lovely lady, all of whom were very good-looking! Luggage storage is also very convenient! And there's free instant noodles and coffee. Finding this place in Seoul is really a great deal! Chinese travelers, just book it! Although the room is small, it has everything! And it's newly opened, which is a real plus! If you arrive after 9 PM, you can self-check-in. Overall, very satisfied!