Open Guesthouse Seoul
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Open Guesthouse Review
Set within 3.2 km of the heritage Bukchon Hanok Village, the 2-star Open Guesthouse Seoul is located 5 minutes' stroll from Ape Seoul. This low-budget guest house also includes parking.
The café Starbucks Hansung Univ is located only a short walk away from Open Guesthouse.
The property is placed about 25 km from Gimpo airport and within 10 minutes' drive of such cultural venues as Gyeongbokgung Palace. Marronnier Park is not too far from the hotel in Seoul.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is around a 10-minute drive from the accommodation, while Seoul is situated 6 km away.
Impressions
Attention all my fellow travel addicts! If you're looking for a vibrant and budget-friendly experience with your squad when exploring Seoul, then you can't overlook the Open Guest House! I recently had the chance to stay at this little gem of a property, and let me tell you that I was totally blown away! So let's dive in, and I'll give you the lowdown on this fantastic hotel.
First off, I have to say that the Open Guest House is perfect if you're traveling with a group of friends. I found that the dormitory-style rooms provided a great balance between socializing and privacy. I also loved the fact that the hotel offers luggage storage, so you don't have to worry about lugging your bags around the city all day-long.
If you're all about work and play, the Open Guest House is perfect for you! The hotel offers paid Wi-Fi, which means that you can stay connected with your friends and post all those Insta-worthy travel snaps. On the other hand, if you're more of an old-school’ kind of traveler who prefers to go off the grid when on vacation, you can always shut off your phone and immerse yourself in the experience!
As far as the hotel's highlights go, I have to give a special shout-out to the kitchenette in each room- that’s right, you heard me right, the kitchenette! If communal cooking isn't your thing, then the kitchenettes make a great option for preparing snacks or coffee. Plus, if you're traveling on a shoestring budget, being able to cook your meals can help you save some money that you can use to splurge on other experiences.
So, when's the best time to visit the Open Guest House? Well, if you're traveling during peak season, I'd recommend that you book well in advance to ensure your spot for a stress-free stay. Also, if you're short on time, don't worry the Open Guest House offers an express check-in/-out option! Lastly, if you're visiting Seoul in the summertime, the in-room air conditioning will be your best friend to keep cool in the hot temperatures!.
Positives and negatives
- Convenient location within 25-minutes' drive from the Gimpo airport.
- Surrounded by a garden and a park.
- Rooms are well-equipped and beautiful with a private bathroom and a TV.
- Good prices for the area.
- A few rooms might seem a bit noisy.
- Previous guests mentioned that Wi-Fi signal was very weak.
Facilities
Facilities
- Cable/ Satellite television
Rooms
- In-room air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Bottled water
- In-room desk
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Relax
- Garden area
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Myeongdong Shopping Street 3.24 km (2.01 mi.)
- Gyeongbokgung Palace 2.57 km (1.60 mi.)
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza 2.50 km (1.55 mi.)
- Tteok and Kitchen Utensil Museum 1.90 km (1.18 mi.)
- Jogyesa Temple 2.48 km (1.54 mi.)
- T'apkol-gongwon 2.37 km (1.47 mi.)
- Jongmyo Shrine 1.87 km (1.16 mi.)
- Changgyeonggung Palace 1.31 km (4298 ft)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 8.3 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $25 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 20 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 204 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Myeongdong Shopping Street , Gyeongbokgung Palace , Dongdaemun Design Plaza |
| 🏆 Rankings | #13 in Seoul Self Catering Holidays |