Hotel Analysis
Based on 2 sites · 811 reviews
A small 2.5-star hotel tucked in an alley near Dongdaemun Station in Seoul. Guests frequently highlight the convenience of being a 1-minute walk from the station.
Reviews across sites repeatedly praise the location for easy access to Dongdaemun market shopping and night views. It's often seen as suitable for backpackers or solo travelers with light luggage.
However, complaints about cleanliness and facilities stand out. Rooms are narrow with dirty floors, mold, or cockroaches mentioned multiple times. No elevator makes heavy luggage tough, and staff attitude or mismatch with photos are common gripes.
Fine for budget travelers just needing a place to crash and explore nearby, but skip for comfort or families.
Strengths
Many reviews praise the 1-minute walk to Dongdaemun Station for easy shopping and transit
Repeatedly noted as suitable for budget backpackers just needing a crash pad
Good to Know
Rooms narrow and unclean with complaints of dirty floors, mold, cockroaches multiple times
No elevator inconvenient for heavy luggage, mismatch with photos often mentioned
Staff rude or absent at night in reviews
Recommended For
Backpackers — Light luggage and crash-pad use praised for location convenience in reviews
Solo travelers — Easy return after Dongdaemun shopping noted repeatedly
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 6.4/10 · 2 sites · Based on 811 reviews
Guest Reviews
2 booking sites · 811 reviews
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FAQ
What are the check-in/check-out times at Hotel Gaon Seoul Dongdaemun?
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
What do guests say about this hotel?
Hotel Gaon Seoul Dongdaemun has received a rating of 6.4/10 from 775 guests.