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Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun

2.0 star property
Hotel convenient to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

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Free continental breakfast
Dining
Free WiFi
Lobby
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Room options

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
28-7, Changsin-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-540

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gwangjang Market - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Korea University - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 60 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 72 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 14 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 20 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 26 min drive
  • Dongmyo Station - 7 min walk
  • Dongdaemun Station - 8 min walk
  • Changsin Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪동대문설렁탕 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪진고개 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪무지개호프 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PARIS BAGUETTE - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pho Hang - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun

Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Free perks include continental breakfast and WiFi. Also, Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Dongmyo Station is 7 minutes and Dongdaemun Station is 8 minutes.

Languages

English, Korean

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Seoul
Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun
Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Seoul
Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun
Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Hotel
Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Seoul
Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (5-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun like?
Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun is a short 7-minute walk from Dongmyo Station and 9 minutes' walk from Dongdaemun Design Plaza.

Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

excelente y acogedor lugar!muy practico y cómodo, con excelente ubicación y el anfitrión da muy buenos tips del pais
Furuya, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great hospitality & superb service. Feel like our own home there.
6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home
We get around easily being located near subway and shopping area too. The manager in charge was very helpful and informative. The room is sizeable for 2z what I like most is each room have its own toilet.. it gives you a cosy feeling of a home away from home feeling.
Hui Son Maria, 7-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

AIK SIONG, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly staff and cosy place
I had a pleasant stay at the hostel. The staff are very nice and helpful too! Will definitely come back!
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for the price.
A great value for the price. If you're a single traveler on a budget like I was, you can't go wrong with Hostel Vanilla. I was especially happy for the laundry service and extra soap bars. The surrounding neighborhood (Dongdaemun station) doesn't have much for tourists in my opinion, but with Seoul's excellent public transportation it's not a big deal. It's also very close to Cheonggyecheon, which was great for running early in the morning.
Jeffrey, 7-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Vanilla was a great place in a great location. It was very clean and had good items fro breakfast. The staff was SUPER helpful. They would go out of their way to research information for you. Laundry service was terrific too.
5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home sweet home
Perfect, good location, clean room, friendly reception.
3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A very friendly and comfortable place to stay
This place is wonderful. The owners are so kind and willing to help us. We were so happy when we stayed there. I definitely will recommend this hostel to my friends.
Gwo-Jong, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent stay
Amazed by the excellent service
4-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Great service!
Hostel located very near to Dongdaemun Station with many local food stores around it. Soo and Illir were very friendly and provide excellent service throughout our stay!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel with great location, near to subway
I've been to Seoul for few times and this is the first time with free and easy. Vanilla 1's location is very strategic and near to Dongdaemun subway station ( around 3mins walk from exit 1). We enjoy very much staying at Vanilla, and the host, Su and her husband are very nice and willing to assist us for everything during our stay, we appreciate very very much. Definitely will choose to stay again for the next trip to Seoul. Oh yea, their offer very very nice breakfast!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

convenient, economical and neat hostel.
excellent, nice owner and staff with great hospitality, very helpful and pleasant.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and Warm Stay
Have stayed for 3 nights and was happy with it. The location is perfect just less than 5 mins walk from subway, restaurant, convenience stores are nearby. The room is clean and nice, the bed is comfy. Snack and drinks are provided all day. The owner (Soo and Illia) are very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended and will definitely stay with Hostel Vanilla again next time.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A great little hostel for solo travelers
This is a great little hostel. Wonderful value for single travelers if you are looking for a room with a private bathroom. Very clean. Check-in was easy. Only a 5-minute walk to subway lines 1 (direct to Seoul Station) and 5 (one transfer to the Express Bus Terminal). Within walking distance to Dongdaemun market, the Changsin toy market, DOOTA, etc. Only downsides: the walls are very thin - though with so few rooms, it's wasn't a big problem. And I had a little difficulty finding the place initially. I told them I would be arriving between 1:30-2:30, but when I tried to call to get directions around 2:45, my call didn't go through. I was informed when I finally did arrive, that the person didn't take calls before 3.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Feel like home
I was very happy staying in hostel vanila one. Soo is very helpful and kind. She took good care of me. The room is clean and I love the decoration there. Feels like a girly room. The location of the hostel is great. The subway train is about 5 min to hostel only. I will definitely stay here again next time.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and only mins away from Dongdaemum!
The V1 is a cozy and lovely place, 3 mins walk from the underground station Dongdaemum! Surrounded by great variety of restaurants, with my fav fried chicken and beer to offer! The host is absolutely wonderful, I got ill on my 3rd day of stay, they helped to check medicine we got from a local pharmacy and made me a warm honey drink, this is really helpful especially in Seoul I knew how difficult to get English speaking local to help during emergency.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay, rooms are nicely decorated and homely. The owners are welcoming and accommodating. Facilities are well provided and maintained.The location is near dongdaemung subway but a bit hidden, still it is accessible and definitely worth your consideration.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yen-Chen, 3-night trip
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