Hotels near Jongno 3-ga Station, Seoul

Overall, our stay at Eight Rest Hostel Jong-ro was average. 📍 The location is very convenient. Both subway stations and bus stops are within walking distance, making it easy to get around the city. It’s well connected to major areas, which was definitely a plus. 🏨 The room was quite small, especially after opening our luggage, but basic amenities and facilities were provided and worked fine. Everything essential was available. 🔊 Soundproofing was weak. We could clearly hear noise from the neighboring room, and the music from shops downstairs was quite loud late at night. This may be an issue for light sleepers. Overall, it’s a decent option if you prioritize location and mainly use the room for resting after a full day out. However, if you are sensitive to noise, it might not be the best choice.

The hotel's location is excellent, about a 6-minute walk from Exit 5 of Jongno 3-ga subway station. It's only one subway stop away from Myeongdong, Gwanghwamun, and Gyeongbokgung in the old city. The entire check-in and check-out process is self-service and quite straightforward. The room was clean and tidy, though the soundproofing was a bit poor, as I could hear luggage carts in the hallway. The room was small, but acceptable for the price point. There are two convenience stores nearby, a GS25 and a 7-Eleven, making it easy to pick up supplies.

I stayed at Hotel Hertz in Seoul and honestly, the location was amazing. The hotel is right in front of Jongno 3-ga Station (Exit 4), which made getting around super easy. There are heaps of restaurants right outside that stay open until midnight, so even if you arrive late, you’ll always find somewhere to eat. There are also lots of convenience stores nearby. Myeongdong is only about a 15-minute walk, and the famous Ikseon-dong Hanok Village is just a 5-minute walk away. For the price, you really can’t beat this location. Amenities are pretty basic — only four small towels and two bottles of water were provided. If you need more water, they sell two bottles for $1 at the lobby, and there’s a vending machine where you can buy things like toothbrushes or shavers. I mainly saw foreign tourists staying here and no Korean guests, so the staff are clearly used to dealing with foreigners. They cleaned the room every day, although I don’t think the duvet cover or pillowcases were changed since the same stain was still there after cleaning. That said, the room was overall clean, comfortable, and very convenient. One of the best parts was the big bathtub — it was really nice to relax and take a bath every day. The room also came with a hair dryer, hair straightener, and even different types of chargers, which was super helpful. Overall, a comfortable and well-located hotel that’s great value for money!!!

Jongno 3-ga is so spread out that if you get the station or exit wrong, it's a nightmare. Even Naver Maps wasn't cooperating (T_T). After nearly an hour of being lost, I called the contact number provided beforehand, and a manager came to find me, even helping with my luggage! It's right by Jongno Exit 5, and Insadong and Anguk are within walking distance, making it a great location for anyone who enjoys this area. The room might be a bit small for two people, but the value for money more than makes up for it. There's also a washing machine. Downstairs in the kitchen, coffee and water are available for free. I was on the second floor, so I had no issues at all. I'm definitely staying here again next time!

Here's a breakdown of my stay, highlighting the pros and cons: **The Good:** * There's a lounge on each floor (or so it seemed) offering complimentary coffee and instant ramen. Laundry facilities, including a washing machine, detergent, and fabric softener, are also available for free use. I didn't personally use them, nor did I see anyone else using them. * The place was incredibly clean. Oddly enough, there were chairs in the hallway. * The location is fantastic! There are tons of restaurants nearby, so you'll never be short of dining options. It's also very close to the train station. * I had a late check-in planned, but the staff communicated with me beforehand via message, which put my mind at ease. After 9 PM, check-in is done via a kiosk. * I was able to request an extra room key. * The refrigerator is a good, family-sized one, and the freezer has plenty of space. * They even provide toothbrushes, which is a rare find these days! Bath towels are also included. You can freely replenish toilet paper and hand towels, and fresh bath towels can be obtained from the front desk. **The Not-So-Good:** * I could faintly hear karaoke sounds seeping through the walls, but it didn't bother me personally. * Because there's a PC center (or similar) and a karaoke establishment in the building, I sometimes had to wait for an elevator, as they were often full. * The shower drain had a slight odor. * While the shower and toilet are somewhat separated, they're very close together and the space is extremely cramped. Toilet paper, shampoo, and other items are placed directly above the toilet, so you have to be careful when showering to avoid soaking the toilet paper. There seem to be frequent complaints about the karaoke noise, and they appear to be taking measures to address it (I've included a photo at the end). Overall, it offers excellent value for money, and I would definitely consider staying here again if the opportunity arises.

I love this hotel with their sincere hospitality, the tall gentlemen at the service desk checked me in and gave me a room although the official check in supposed at 2pm. the location is perfect with just a few mins walk from the sub way station which makes it easy to travel around. Staffs are superb and friendly. Would certainly stay here for my next trip to Seoul.

I had a really great stay here! The hotel is a new place, and it shows everything feels fresh and modern. I was particularly impressed with the windows; they block out all the outside noise perfectly, which made for an excellent and comfortable night's sleep. The room follows a nice minimalist style but still has all the essentials you could need. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. Highly recommended!

We enjoyed our stay. The room is quite standard size, Not too small but there isn’t a big space for you to open up 2 luggages at once. Considering this js Seoul the room size is acceptable. The hotel is located at a quiet neighborhood. Easily accessible using public transport, 30 mins walk to Anguk area or you can directly use the bus (4 stops). There are many local restaurants around to explore as well but you’ll have to use the naver app to look around. Overall if you prefer something quiet and you love walking to explore the area this is nice. Ps, surrounding nothing to shop unless you head to anguk area.

We had a very pleasant stay at Extay Lounge Hotel. The location was excellent—just two bus stops away from Myeongdong, making it very convenient to explore the area without being right in the middle of the crowds. There’s also a convenience store nearby, and several restaurants right downstairs, which made grabbing food quick and easy. The hotel lounge was a nice bonus and a comfortable place to relax. Our room was clean, and the bathroom was well-maintained. The space was also generous enough to comfortably accommodate four people, which can be hard to find in many city hotels. Overall, it was a convenient, comfortable stay, and we would definitely consider staying here again.

Pros: It was my first time staying in a basement room, so I was a bit flustered, but it was just missing a window. The air was fresh, and it wasn't humid or dry, so the condition was really good. The room was very spacious. The floor heating worked well, and I preferred that it wasn't a carpeted floor. The bathroom was also very large, and the pajamas were warm and comfortable. The reception staff were incredibly friendly. It was great to be able to take as much water as I wanted from the first floor. There's an ice machine and a coffee machine on the first floor, which is nice. (Though it felt a bit awkward and embarrassing because the staff would stand up and greet me every time I passed the desk, haha.) Although I didn't use it, breakfast is free. I didn't hear any noise from other rooms, so it seems soundproofed. You can store your luggage before and after check-in. There's a CU convenience store nearby, and many street food stalls and restaurants, which is convenient. It was convenient that delivery drivers could come right to the room door. The location is good, close to the bustling area and bus stops. There's a good speaker. There's a very large TV with loud volume. Cons: The bed was too soft and didn't offer enough support, which caused back pain. (Instead, the floor was spacious and clean, so I slept on the floor.) There were two pillows; one was too high, and the other was a memory foam pillow that felt hard. The hard memory foam pillow didn't pair well with the soft bed, which made my back and neck hurt even more. Perhaps because it's a basement room, I heard the sound of water flowing from the ceiling wall all night. Overall, I had a comfortable stay and would consider returning.