Lux Guesthouse Seoul, Seoul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

156, Wausan-Ro, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 04061

Lux Guesthouse, a 2-star hostel in Mapo-Gu's art and culture center, offers smoke-free accommodation with free WiFi throughout and a communal refrigerator.

Comfortable Room Amenities

Air-conditioned rooms at Lux Guesthouse-Hostel feature premium bedding, with some units including lockers and complimentary tea. Triple rooms and twin rooms offer city views, while dormitory rooms include seating areas and tea/coffee makers.

Kitchen Facilities

Guests can access a shared communal kitchen.

Guest Services

The property provides laundry facilities and various recreational opportunities.

Transport and Landmarks

Lux Guest House sits 0.5 miles from Hongik University Station, with Hongik University within 0.5 miles and Ewha Womans University 1.5 miles away. Gimpo International Airport is 8 miles from the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Dormitory Room Female only

Max:

1 person

23 m²

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

City view

Heating

Air conditioning

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Seoul 2.7 mi

Airports

Gimpo (GMP) 8.3 mi

Train

Seoul Station 2.2 mi

Yeongdeungpo Station 3.0 mi

Metro stations

Hongik Univ.2000 ft

Sinchon2000 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Air conditioning

Location

156, Wausan-Ro, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 04061

Map view

156, Wausan-Ro, Mapo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea, 04061

City landmarks

105 Namsangongwon-gil

N Seoul Tower

3.2 mi

Museums

Trickeye Museum Seoul

4000 ft

Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace

3.1 mi

94 Wausan-ro

Hongik University Street

3000 ft

Parks

Gyeongui Line Forest Park

2500 ft

University

Ewha Woman's University Museum

1.3 mi

Mall

Y'z Park

3000 ft

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Love Museum

4000 ft

University

Yonsei University

4200 ft

Mall

Hyundai Department Store Sinchon

4200 ft

Museums

The War Memorial of Korea

2.9 mi

330 Yeouidong-ro

Seoul Color Park

1.9 mi

Market

Dongjin Flea Market

2500 ft

Hongdae Shopping Street

4000 ft

Kakao Friends Concept Museum

4300 ft

Events

Kt&g 상상마당

4000 ft

Event House Bom

4000 ft

U-PLEX Shinchon

4200 ft

Butter zakka shop

4300 ft

Jung-gu

Myeongdong Shopping Street

3.0 mi

Family Dental

4300 ft

Parks

Bukchon Hanok Village

3.5 mi

University

Sogang University

3900 ft

Museums

War and Women's Human Rights Museum

1.4 mi

Mall

Mecenatpolis Mall

1.3 mi

36 Wausan-ro 30-gil

Modern Design Museum

3000 ft

Hanaro Club

2500 ft

Parks

Hongik Park

4000 ft

Mapo-gu

Sinchon

4200 ft

96-1 Hapjeong-dong

Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine

1.5 mi

Nearby

Shopping Area

Grand Mart

1700 ft

Kakao Friends Shop

2000 ft

Restaurants

The Bread Blue

800 ft

Mogador Restaurant & Pub

1000 ft

40-18

Je M'appelle

1300 ft

Tom's Pizza Seoul

1400 ft

Donggyo dong 178-11 Mapo-gu

Generous Ribs

2100 ft

Ediya Coffee Sinchon Rotary

2000 ft

135

Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi

2500 ft

57-8

Churro 101 Hongdae

2200 ft

128

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

5.8

Location

7.2

Service

5.6

Dining

6.2

Elizabeth

United States of America, March 2025

6.4/10

I enjoyed my stay at Lux Guesthouse, especially the great location near Hongdae and the cozy living room. However, there were some downsides, like the limited number of showers and toilets and close bunk beds which made it a bit noisy at times.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, and while the bed was comfortable, the close proximity to others meant I could hear snoring nearby.

Service

6.0

The service was decent, but the hostel could improve communication about rules for guests to ensure everyone has a respectful experience.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, super close to the metro station and surrounded by cute coffee places, making it easy to explore.

Dining

7.0

I didn't dine in, but the little kitchen was well-equipped if I wanted to prepare something.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, but I found the dust in the room somewhat concerning, which might be an issue for guests with allergies.

Robert

United States of America, January 2025

6.2/10

My stay at Lux Guesthouse had its ups and downs. The location was fantastic, right in the center and close to the metro station. However, climbing to the 5th floor without an elevator was challenging, especially with luggage. I appreciated having hot water and clean towels, but the cleanliness could definitely use some improvement.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a bunk bed in the female dormitory. While the room was adequately equipped, it was dusty, and my allergies acted up. The bunk bed was okay, but the bottom mattress caused me some back pain.

Service

5.0

The check-in process worked well for my late arrival, but the main entrance door was unreliable and frustrating to deal with. I often had to wait for the manager to assist with it, which was annoying.

Location

8.0

The guesthouse is in a wonderful neighborhood, really close to the subway station, making it easy to explore the city. I loved being able to access various spots conveniently.

Dining

8.0

While I didn't have a full dining experience, I did enjoy some fresh French pastries nearby, which was a nice treat.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were okay overall. They had housekeeping, but I felt the common areas needed better tidiness. The access to the washing machine was a bit awkward since it required passing through my room.

Adam

United States of America, December 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Lux Guesthouse. the location was fantastic and very close to the metro, but the cleanliness and some staff management left much to be desired.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was decent, though the overall cleanliness was lacking, especially the bathroom.

Service

5.0

While the staff was friendly and quick to respond to messages, the manager's lack of cleanliness and the unstable electronic lock caused frustration.

Location

5.0

The location is a real highlight, being just steps away from the subway and close to major attractions.

Dining

5.0

There were some dining options nearby, but I didn't have a chance to explore them during my stay.

Facilities

5.0

The amenities could use improvement. especially the housekeeping, which did not meet expectations.

Everett

United States of America, November 2024

5.0/10

I had a decent stay at Lux Guesthouse, mainly due to its awesome location near Sinchon station and Hongdae, but there were definitely some hiccups. The first night was a bit chaotic because I ended up sharing a bed by mistake, which was sorted out quickly by the owner. However, the electronic door lock was a pain, leaving me waiting outside at times. Overall, it was a mixed experience, leaning more towards average.

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in the 6-bed female dormitory. The bed was comfortable, but the mix-up the first night was frustrating.

Service

5.0

The owner's quick response to the bed issue was appreciated, but the electronic lock problems and general cleanliness left a lot to be desired.

Location

5.0

The location is fantastic! Super close to Sinchon and easily accessible to the metro.

Dining

5.0

I noticed some assorted muffins available, which were a nice little touch for breakfast.

Facilities

5.0

The housekeeping could definitely use some improvement, especially in communal areas.

Jim

United States of America, October 2024

7.0/10

My stay at Lux Guesthouse was quite mixed. The location was perfect, right near Hongdae street, and the staff were friendly, even speaking English. However, the cleanliness of the place left a lot to be desired, and I had a tough time settling in without meeting the host.

Rooms

5.0

The room had a lot of clutter and unwashed dishes. I didn't feel comfortable staying here.

Service

7.0

The staff were helpful and friendly, but I missed having more interaction with the host. It made settling in a bit challenging.

Location

9.0

Superb location, close to the metro and popular tourist spots. It made exploring so easy.

Dining

6.0

There wasn’t much in terms of dining options within the guesthouse. But being close to Hongdae means tons of food choices nearby.