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Reviews of Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae

32-16, Seongji 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Mapo-Gu, 04072 Seoul, South Korea

#1 of 528 hotels in Seoul

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Review score

Based on 258 hostel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing really

    Comfortable room, lovely staff and a slightly more extensive breakfast than most hostels (with eggs and apple parts)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are amazing. I have never been to a hostel that has such a great community of people in it. Very well organised social scene by the owners and staff. The breakfast was welcome and nice facilities if a little cramped.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great. Location is awesome. The hosts are incredibly lovely and people, who stayed there were very friendly and you can always find people to hang out with. I had a lot of fun staying at ZZZIP.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners were very friendly, funny and always helpful. They always recommended what do. Additionally it was a very social place with lots of travellers sharing some experiences togheter.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    10
    A fantastic hostel with awesome vibes
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorm rooms don’t have curtains or much privacy but I’d give that up to stay here again because of how great the atmosphere is

    This hostel is one of my favourites from my trip in Asia. The staff are absolutely amazing. Plus free coffee, close to the metro, and laundry! The vibe and atmosphere of this hostel feels like home away from home, it’s a small hostel with a community vibe, everyone is helpful and it’s immediately comfortable. Also it’s right near the bars and university area, so people are going out together. An awesome place to meet people and enjoy the city

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Popular for a reason
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Seriously can't think of anything to improve.

    Lovely communal vibe. There's a group chat where people post what they're up to in case others want to join. Most nights there's a dinner group going out. It's still easy to do your own thing, if you prefer that. Run by a professional and friendly small group of staff. They took me through the popular attractions and maps when I checked in. Comfortable, compact rooms with modern bathrooms. Not a party hostel. They don't mind guests having a good time but they're firm that social guests should take themselves closer to the shops after 11pm. Met lots of returning guests there. They loved it so much before that they made sure to come back.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Great food, fun nightlife, and amazing people
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish the beds had a curtain but the top bunk I stayed in are like half blocked by a wall so it was all good

    Great location and the staff is so sweet! They create such a welcoming and friendly environment

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Safe, helpful, social
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is not a bad thing, but this is very much a social guesthouse for extroverts, it’s a great place for making friends and having someone to hang out with constantly and party every night. But if you are an introvert, it might not be your coup of tea.

    Workers are so helpful and sweet. the hosts are very strict with the rules, which really helped maintain a comfortable, clean, and safe environment. Very friendly people.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    Top notch hotel in Seoul for fun & leisure
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs curtains

    Great owners, social whilst also chill, convenient location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Believe me, you should stay there!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms and kitchen are a bit small, but that wasn’t a problem for me actually. Nothing to complain.

    This is definitely one of the best hostels I've ever been to. Jina and Bryan are incredibly kind and welcoming. It is perfect for solo travelers and people open to make new friends.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Home!!💕

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, Bryan and Jina are exceptionally welcoming and helpful. Made me feel at ease immediately. Hostel is great for solo travelling, this was my first time and it couldn’t have gone better.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very social common area Great facilities Jina and Brian were lovely and super helpful Hands down one of the best hostels we've ever stayed in

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jina, Bryan, Jay and Ley were all sooo helpful. They created such a friendly and social atmosphere it was basically impossible not to meet new people here, loved my stay here!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Family-like atmosphere, sociable with top-tier customer service 👌
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A But privacy curtains would have been nice

    The location was excellent - close to all restaurants and nightlife/train station. The facilities and free breakfast were good. But what really sets this hostel apart from the rest that I have stayed with is the involvement of the hosts - very chilled, friendly and helpful. Offered recommendations in person and in the group chat on WhatsApp. The atmosphere was very family like and the common room and group chat was very sociable. Easy to meet new people and make dinner plans or activities during the day. Overall, I would highly recommend for solo travellers. Thanks Jina, Bryan and Jay and the rest of the ZZZIP guesthouse team. Your efforts are appreciated!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Book months ahead!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Always booked. Hard to find availability.

    Amazing service and location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great but they don’t take card, so you’ll need to pay by cash.

    Very social, people generally met downstairs for a beer or two each evening and went out for dinner after. Was really nice to meet people so easily.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Amazing hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! But a couple extra hooks in the bathroom would be useful for me

    Jina and Bryan are such fantastic hosts! Comfy, clean, sociable hostel that really feels like home. Fantastic location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Great place for meeting people and experiencing Seoul
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its not cheap for a guesthouse but you do get a lot for your money.

    The staff, especially Jina and Bryan were super helpful with recommendations in Seoul and South Korea overall. This was super helpful as I didnt have to do all the planning myself but could rely on the proven knowledge the hosts. The guesthouse had a great atmosphere to get to know other travellers and do activities together Location was great for going out and food as Hongdae is a very vibrant and young part of town. Facilities were nice and clean, the showerhead was the best Ive ever experienced.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    I want to go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel you could wish for, made me feel right at home. It's very close to the main street of Hongdae as well as Han river. The group chat for everyone staying there is a great feature, always quite active, not to mention everyday recommendations on what to see and where to go. Jina and Bryan are amazing at paying individual attention to each of the guests and helping them with whatever they need. I'm going to miss them and can't wait to be back, hopefully very soon. ^^

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Excellent stay. Would come back again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was excellent. A special shoutout to Jina and Bryaan. They were the soul of the hostel. The vibe was great and it was a big big family. The atmosphere was awesome. Most travellers were second or third timers in the hostel that says a lot about the place.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved my stay at Zzzip! I felt more at home than anywhere else and I miss it so much already. Thank you Jina, Brian and Ley for becoming part of my family, I'm looking forward to coming back! P.s. I'll come back to take more naps on the couch ; )

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    The most social hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I looked under the bed mattress and there was a plane ticket from many months ago. It made me feel like they changed the sheets, but didn’t thoroughly clean

    The group chat was incredible and the hostel is set up to make friends! It made the difference between being completely alone and having the option of going out to dinner or to see something with others most days. I would 100% come back to this place

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Amazing hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can be far from certain areas.

    The staff and guests. Inviting space.

    Stayed in April 2024

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