Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
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Garden
Lobby
Dining
Dining
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
34-8, Jong-ro 57-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-862
  • Cheonggyecheon
    9 min walk
  • Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park
    11 min walk
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall
    15 min walk
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    59 min drive

Room options

Premier Studio Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Mini Studio (Stair Access Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Seoul

Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun puts you in the centre of Seoul, 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Myeongdong Street and 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Bukchon Hanok Village. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and free breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available for free. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Jongno-gu hotel include Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Korea University.

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 15 min walk
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 17 min walk
  • Korea University - 2 min drive
  • Gwangjang Market - 2 min drive
  • Myeongdong Street - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Dongmyo Station - 4 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪낙산냉면 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪쌈촌 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪슬로우 스트림 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪본죽 동묘앞역점 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Cantata - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun

Hotel with free breakfast, near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun.

This 3-star Seoul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: KRW 70000 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Seoul
Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun
Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Seoul
Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun
Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Hotel
Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Seoul
Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun?

Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Does Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun serve breakfast?

Yeah, free English brekkie is served at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dalila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel
The hostel was great..great service n cleanliness is top notch. All these make up for the room space. Another added service which i had not come across is the free laundry service. That was great. With the friendly staff, good location and homely environment, we will definitely come again.♥️♥️♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff, they tried to help and answer your questions. Great breakfast and nice room.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Winfred, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is clean but is quite small when you want to pack your luggage. The staff is excellent, helpful and honest. I thought my purse was missing and felt nervous, sad because all the travel expenses was inside. After I went out around 10minuutes, the staff called and informed me that the purse was in the other room, I felt so warm and glad that the staff is so honest to do so, because there is around 533000won inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

s, singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hostel
A little hard to find initially, but the hostel gave clear maps and directions. Convenient to get there by airport bus. Love the cleanliness of the room. Only issue we had was with the door lock which was hard to use (had to pull down on the handle to take out the key after locking). Would prefer passcode lock for the room doors.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lai Kuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay in Seoul
The hostel is very near to subway and you dont need to walk far. The hostel staff is super friendly and they offering free laundry service. The room is equipped with electronic stove and sink. The only drawback was we stay in another building which is one block away from the hostel lobby. That building has no elevator, therefore we need to climb up to our floor. Anyway, they will send a handsome oppa to carry your luggage down when you want to check out.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hotel, nice staff,
my friend left her wallet in the hotel, the staff keep it and call my friend to inform about this case.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hotel, nice staff and will help us alot
my friend left her wallet in hotel, the staff keep it and call my friend to inform about this case.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leen, Kuala Lumpur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and cozy, feels like home.
Finding the hostel location was a bit of challenge because of some confusing landmark. Nevertheless, the neighborhood was very friendly and readily extended their assistant in guiding the way. The hostel is very cozy and welcomingly decorated. The staffs are very friendly and warmth. We booked the 3beds suite, the studio room has pleasing ambiance, cozy, clean and sufficient utilities. It was a nice break and wonderful experience in Seoul!!

2/10 Terrible

noname

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Leow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely homey hotel
Very lovely place. Clean and comfy. Very friendly and helpful staff. Absolutely love the place.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
9D8N Stay!
Overall I enjoyed my stay here :) Pros: - Near the subway station (ie. Dongmyo station). 5 mins walk to the station. - Staffs are friendly & approachable - You can use the kitchen to cook/prepare breakfast - The room is well maintained/clean (very satisfied with the cleanliness of the bathroom) Cons: - The towels provided were really small in size! So please bring your own towels. - Small room, not much space to move around - We stayed in the mini studio, its a separate building from the "common area" of the hostel. Our room was on the 4th floor, so imagine having to carry our luggage up without an elevator. However, the staff were really helpful as they helped us with our bags.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean hostel next to subway
extra towels available in the hallway, warm showers, comfortable double bed

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

drea, SG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel that is near to train station
Even though the room was small, it was a very lovely hostel. The staff has great hospitality and my partner and I enjoyed our stay there. It's a great place to experience living in a hostel while having your own private amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Bianca, perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best value for budget traveller.
Great Place to stay for budget travellers. Would definitely recommend. Excellent location, close to Dongmyo Station, which has 2 lines to take you anywhere you need to go. Staff where so kind, and helpful. Will definitely stay again, best value in Seoul, and a must stay. Fantastic wifi and great spacious room.

6/10 Okay

Lilian

Liked: Staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Wing Yu, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very kind and friendly hostel staff

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Suthida, Bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good!!!
this hotel is good!! very comfort and clean .

10/10 Excellent

Ming Yan, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient, clean and pretty hostel
Just like in the photos, the hostel was perfect. Since it's quite a new hotel, it was very clean and toiletries and new towels were provided everyday. There was a hairdryer too (very impt in my opinion). Was so glad for the aircon since it was hot outside. The staff were very helpful and friendly too. Rented a wifi egg from them at a cheap rate, but didnt expect it to not work outside Seoul. When I went Everland, I couldn't get connection anymore :( Overall, it was a great experience. Would stay there again if possible!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても優しく丁寧に説明してくれました。日本語で対応してくれたのでとても助かりました。ホテルの内装もとても綺麗でした。
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

CHING I

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
服務親切環境溫馨有早餐
離東廟地鐵站近,2號或是10號出口都很近,附近就有美食,24H馬鈴薯燉排骨、橋村炸雞、香港飯店401炸醬麵、麥當勞、本粥.......超多,還有很多當地小店,不用煩惱吃的問題。也有大創及超市可逛,散步到東大門也行。 住宿有早餐,吐司牛奶飲料泡麵,貼心提供,更適合小資組。 服務親切有禮,可代叫炸醬麵或炸雞。
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
極嬲的体驗
之前8月尾住過這間旅館留下鎖匙和匙扣已即刻通知員工代我保留到Nov 会取回,員工已答應会keep,点知去到問話冇,我即時極嬲,求問老闆又吾回應,觉得完全不負責任。另外,其中一晚廁所燈消左,又冇人換,搞到果晚要系黑房冲凉,好危險。仲有房暖地又無端端冇左,搞到有D凍,最後職員態度吾好,不能盡錄。
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019