Hotel Analysis
Based on 3 sites · 1,366 reviews
SSH Icon Hostel in Seoul's Jongno-gu, Ikseon-dong, is a modern stay tucked in an alley near Insadong and Changdeokgung Palace. Guests frequently praise the 'great location and cleanliness' in reviews.
Across booking sites, comments repeat about 'easy access to subway stations', 'useful shared kitchen and free laundry'. Rooms are small but clean with comfortable bedding, and staff kindness is often noted. Heated floors are a hit in winter.
Some mention narrow bathrooms where shower water splashes everywhere, and dryers taking too long. Suits budget travelers, couples, and families.
Strengths
Many reviews praise walkable distance to Insadong, Changdeokgung and subway
Rooms and common areas clean with comfortable bedding repeated
Shared kitchen and free laundry useful for longer stays
Staff friendly and helpful in multiple reviews
Heated floors great in winter
Good to Know
Narrow bathrooms cause shower water to splash everywhere repeated
Dryers take too long in reviews
Recommended For
Couples — Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff in many reviews
Families — Subway nearby and free laundry convenient for families
Budget travelers — Good value with useful shared facilities repeated
Solo travelers — Quiet area and convenient location preferred
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 8.5/10 · 3 sites · Based on 1,385 reviews
Guest Reviews
3 booking sites · 1,385 reviews
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FAQ
What are the check-in/check-out times at SSH Icon Hostel?
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?
SSH Icon Hostel has received a rating of 8.8/10 from 194 guests.