Aroha Guest House

South Korea , Seoul
SEOUL, 35 8 Huam Ro 57 Gil Yongsan Gu
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75 reviews shown

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jan 2026

Jonathan

If you are there just to sleep than its perfect, some tenants are really noisy and the walls are too thin, the subway station was really close so that was nice. Overall decent place to stay for the price

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2025

Ciprian

A no-frills property, in a great location, that is well run by friendly and accommodating staff. Shared areas are being cleaned regularly and I had no problem spending a few nights there in a solo room and would consider it again for a budget stay.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2024

Daniel

Very clean property.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2024

Lien

Good

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

16 Apr 2024

Ana Belen

Stayed 5 nights. Owner communicates well when you have a question. My room was tiny. There was a table, chair, lamp and a single bed. There was a rack to hang clothes by the foot of the bed, and whats left of the floor space was just enough to open a small-medium suitcase. Location is a
2-3 minute walk to Seoul subway station (Line 4) and 2 stations away and you’re in Myeondong. Maybe 3-4 minutes when going back to the house as its slightly up a slope. 7-eleven is a few steps away.
Cleanliness is okay. Steep and low-ceiling steps to go up and down to the kitchen and common room (located in basement). Breakfast was brewed coffee, juice, teas, toasted bread butter and jam. Water dispenser on all floors. Fresh towels available everyday. Overall for the price i paid , its okay- just remember its a guesthouse not a hotel. But verything you need is there. I’m happy with it.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2023

Viktoria

The host was the friendliest and most helpful person I have ever known. He responded quickly to messages, he was always available. He is the best!
The room was quite nice, I had enough space in it. The guesthouse is really close to Seoul Station so it is easy to get anywhere.

Business_and_leisure Self

4/10

Poor

11 Jul 2023

Arun

The owner was very unprofessional

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2023

Philip

Super nice staff

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2022

WEI JEN

solo traveller visiting Korea during covid for skiing. hostel format, with access to fridge, hot water, coffee machine. loved this place. shared bathroom, with private bed and desk. owner is super friendly via whatsapp. perfect for those who want a good place to sleep, not for those who are fussy and need luxury.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Best location and comfortable!

Seamless and comfortable stay! Convenient location for bus or subway and airport express link. Bag storage safe and seamless. Breakfast superb! (Egg,Milk,juice,bread,spreads).real coffee machine an absolute bonus!!!! Laundry free too. WiFi fast and constant. Will definitely be back!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

17 Dec 2019

Shawn

They contacted me with detailed check in instructions as well as detailed directions from the train to their location. The directions were so incredibly helpful. The bed was hard as a rock but it was heated, so that was nice!

Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2019

King

We only stayed a night, but it was pleasant, clean, and sufficient for our needs. We reached almost close to midnight, and though the reception was closed by then, the staff left clear instructions for check in and out. Free simple breakfast was provided, but we didn't partake of it as we wanted something more substantial. Overall happy with our stay. Would recommend to those comfortable with a basic accommodation.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2019

Anurag

Good value for money hostel

The Aroha Guest is a small but convenient Hostel. It is located quite near the Seoul Railway Station and offers good connectivity to most places around. While it's in a small lane, but the inside Hostel condition is quite good. Staff is young and helpful (though they appear a bit dry but they do provide whatever assistance you ask for). For its price, it's a suitable hostel.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Very cozy, clean and offered lots of options of breakfast.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Nov 2018

Morrix

Not bad for the price
Nice and comfy
Environment quiet
Many local food around

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Friendly. Good location. No personal locker. Simple breakfast, with fresh eggs.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

convenient for train

Convenient to Seoul station. Small rooms but comfortable. Clean common bathrooms, with plenty of them (two per floor). Don't have personal lockers.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Sep 2017

Guest House - Spartan

Comfortable, clean, friendly, centrally located, very inexpensive.
If you don't mind the situation of shared facilities, it is an excellent choice.
It is Spartan with no amenities of a Marriott but everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Being former military, there were no surprises.
I would have no problem returning for my next trip to Korea.

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2017

Geraldine

Close to Seoul Station \n

You have to walk the train underpass to get there, walk about 2 blocks , sign is small against a light post , turn into a yard at the back on the right side ,it is a great location to get around from the Seoul Station , it clean, u have to take your shoes off and used the slippers they have . No shower after 12midnight , u get a door code to enter if you out late at night , they have a place to keep your luggage after check out , my daughter and I stayed 2 nights

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2017

aaron

Good good

Everything was good, is near to subway but you have to walk uphill to reach the guesthouse.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2016

Chris

A very nice guest house

I spent a night at this guest house. As you can tell from its photos the owner seems to be a big fan of Rilakkuma, which provides a warm engaging environment for us guests. The two hotel staff are friendly Korean guys who can speak very good English. Just note that showering after 12 mid-night is not advised by the hotel staff because of the thin wall and limited soundproof.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2016

Bea

near to the Seoul metro subway, exit gate 12

the bunk bed for two (room) was nice! my daughter and i enjoyed the cosy ambience. its clean and pretty!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2016

Bastian

good location

everything necessary incl.
basement has a small living and bfast room, which you also can use to cook your own food.

6/10

Pleasant

17 Aug 2016

teik chooi

Value for money

Good location and near to restaurants

Family

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2016

teik chooi

Value for money and strategy location.

Satisfied. Value for money. The owner willing to stay at the road side at mid night time just because the taxi driver can't find the hotel and lead my friend to the hotel. Appreciate his efforts.

Family

4/10

Poor

17 Mar 2016

christian

Uncomfortable, but practical

A bed in a room for a very cheap price. if you're looking for anything more, go somewhere else. This place is convenient to Seoul Station and gives you the ability to rest your head in the event of an overnight layover. That staff was not very friendly, there was no sound-proofing to speak of, and it was very difficult to find in a very shady neighborhood. I'm glad the were there since I needed a bed for a few hours, but this establishment is only good for it's intended purpose.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 Nov 2015

Verified traveler

There is a street for homeless near the hostel, so just don't walk down that street. There is a safer street on the other side to walk to the station. The hotel has CCTV and has a little gate. It will be good if the gate was also locked. The staff are nice and posted knew how we were as visitors. The room is warm and cosy. Can hear the people going to the washroom quite clearly.

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2015

Judith

Incredible deal for the price. I was the only one 2/3 nights in a 4 bed (2 bunkbed) room. It was wonderfully convenient for Seoul Station and all transit. It was a little hard to find the first time, but once there it was clean, comfortable, QUIET, lots of hot water, free and plentiful breakfast with good fresh coffee. I was able to use the washer/dryer for free.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2015

Verified traveler

It is a great hostel in a great location, I would stay here again.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2015

Verified traveler

Great Hostel

Overall I had a great experience during both my one-night stays. Staff was very friendly, and when my plane was delayed on my second trip I just called and they told me the access code for the door and my room number. When I arrived (10:30pm) they had put a note on the door for me, in case I forgot any of that information. It was very easy to find, due to the email they sent after I made my booking. Their email included pictures of the whole route from Seoul station to their location. The rooms were clean and A/C worked well. The beds were super comfortable. On my first visit, they were mostly empty so I got a free room upgrade.

Breakfast was minimal: coffee/milk/orange juice, frosted flakes, toast w/ peanut butter or strawberry jam, an egg (cook yourself), a piece of fruit. The minimal breakfast was expected though so not a problem. They also have a washing machine you can use. One note of caution is that the steps to the basement (breakfast/kitchen/lounge/laundry) were steep. If you have a knee problems they could be tough, though it is just one flight.

My only complaint would be that several of the bathroom drains, for sinks and showers, were a bit clogged. Not a serious problem, but worth noting.

Also, I would recommend bringing ear plugs because the walls were thin and your roommate may snore.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2015

Rodney

A great place to stay.

Great communication from the staff, the place was very clean, only minutes from the subway.

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2015

Yev

Conveniently Located Next to Seoul Station

This guesthouse has a great location, next to Seoul station and Seoul Tower, what means there are plenty of food places and easy to get to main attractions of the city through the subway. The staff was somewhat helpful with some lack of English. There is a nice common area, cozy outdoor patio, plenty of wash rooms, complimentary simple breakfast, and working internet. The only downside, which turned this place down for me, is absence of the lockers, and many drunk people hanging around on the street next to the guesthouse. I did not feel completely secure throughout the entire stay.

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2015

Verified traveler

Good value, easy access to transport

I've stayed here several times. The staff are helpful and can speak English. I choose this guesthouse because it's near to Seoul Station for transport to the airport and is good value for the money.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2015

Tony

Perfect Location!

The Guest House is very conveniently located just moments from the Seoul Station, which makes it easy to connect to any other lines and get anywhere quickly. The staff here are extremely friendly and will answer any questions you may have.

Breakfast is simple, eggs, toast, jam, peanut butter, coffee, milk or juice, cant complain as most hotels serve this type of breakfast as well.

The common room which is downstairs has 2 really nice computers if you need to check something (also has free wifi if you got your own smart phone / laptop), a huge tv and a few comfy couches to relax. (As of now, the display photo for this guest house is the common room). They also have the option of doing laundry, and the staff will answer questions if you cant figure it out (as it's in Korean, I needed help and was the staff was glad to provide)

The only downside to this stay was the bed. It was not the most comfy one, you can sometimes feel the springs. I dont know if it was just the mattress in my room or all the beds are like this but it wasn't a big issue as one would assume.

If I ever visit Seoul again, I will look into this location again as it was worth it.

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2015

Yolanda

nice

staff there were so nice and the transportation to the hostel was convenient.i will go again next time

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

현철

서울역 12번 게이트에서 나오면 금방이라 위치가 너무 좋았고요, 객실 내부도 깔끔하고 각 방마다 햇빛이 잘 들어와서 막힌 느낌이 없었고, 밤에 잘때에도 주택가처럼 너무 조용해서 잠도 잘잤습니다.지하 1층의 조식 코너도 잘 준비되어 아침 먹으면서 커피 한잔도 할수 있어서 여러가지로 좋았습니다. 추가로 지하 1층에 프린터가 있어서 서류 프린트를 할때도 밖에 안나가도 되니 정말 편리하였습니다. 저는 3층에 묶었는데 3층 입구에 별도 냉장고가 있어서 밖에서 사가지고 온 식품 보관도 편리하게 하였네요..감사합니다..

Business Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Nov 2025

Kai

Location is excellent. Close to Seoul station, it’s a hour ride with the train from airport. Walkable to downtown.

Self

2/10

Poor

02 Nov 2025

Yeung

Very low quality guest house and it charges me USD200 per night!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Jovana Hans

Personal super amable, habla muy bien Inglés.

Lo malo son los baños compartidos, pero todo lo demás, excelente, ya que tiene espacio compartido para lavar y secar ropa, para comer, ver televisión, usar computadora.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2023

WEN-HSUN

Best place to stay in Seoul! The host is very nice, room is very clean and location is the best just few minutes walk to Seoul station. Many cute coffee shops in just few blocks away.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2023

Sunmi

숙소 매우 청결 하였습니다.
조용하고 식당도 청결하고 잘 이용할 수 있도록 되있었습니다.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2023

HO MAN

good location
the staff is nice

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2023

Madlen

The Hostel was all in all really good! I was very grateful for Jay's presence. He speaks good English, was very helpful and always kind.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2023

Mathieu

Base pratique

Accueil et service excellents, cuisine pratique, accès facile à la gare et au métro. Chambre un peu exigue à 4 et un peu trop chaud pour bien dormir.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Dec 2022

Su Jin

저렴한 가격에 비록 욕실과화장실이 공용이지만(게하니까 감수) 혼자서 방을 쓸 수 있다는게 좋아요

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2022

Tomoya

久しぶりの海外旅行で利用しました。ほっこりとした空間で、のんびり過ごせました。部屋や地下のスペースも整えられてます😁ぜひ強くこちらに宿泊されることをお勧めします😁

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2022

Verified traveler

체크인하면서 친절하게 안내해주시고 내부 깨끗함과 청결도가 정말 좋았습니다.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

23 Oct 2022

학기

일단 서울역에 가까워서 좋습니다.
화장실의 경우 폼클렌징,샴푸,바디워시,치약 전부 다 비치되어 있으며 수건도 많아서 칫솔만 가지고 오시면 되고 물의 경우 정수기가 있지만 3층은 물이 안 나와서 2층에서 마셨고 종이컵 불편하니 텀블러 가지고 가시면 좋겠네요. 방음은 잘 되는 편인지는 모르겠습니다. 그리고 아침 조식은 시리얼,우유,식빵,딸기잼,버터잼 이렇게 비치되어있고 컴퓨터하고 프린터기 있으니 사용하시면 되겠습니다.
저는 괜찮은 숙소라고 생각합니다

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2022

ARAM

깔끔햇어요
근데 방에서 향신료? 냄새?? 가 조금 났는데
걸어두는 방향제 챙겨가서 머무는 동안에는 괜찮앗어요
시간이 늦어서 사장님 제대로 못 뵈었는데,
안내도 친절하게 해주셨어요
개인실 있는 게하 좋아요!

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2022

Verified traveler

혼자 머물기에 좋은 숙소!

혼자 머물기 좋은 곳입니다! 서울역과 가깝고 주변에 식당, 카페도 어느정도 있습니다. 사장님도 친절하시고, 간단하지만 조식도 챙길 수 있습니다. 외부 일정이 많고 숙소에서는 쉬거나 잠만 잘 분들이라면 꽤 괜찮은 숙소라고 생각합니다. 다만 방음이 잘 안 되긴 하니, 소리에 민감하신 분들은 고려해서 정하시면 좋을 것 같습니다.

Business

4/10

Poor

03 Nov 2019

お風呂とトイレに仕切りがなくどれだけ頑張ってもトイレがびちょびちょになるからお風呂入った後にトイレは行けない。トイレットペーパーの位置がおかしい。子供だったら1人で取れないと思う

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

28 Sep 2019

방문객

의도치 않게 화장실 바로 옆방으로 배정 받아 그런지 다른 숙박객들이 화장실 가서 볼일 보는 소리까지 다 들리는 ........
누군가는 그 방을 써야 한다는건데 좀 개선이 필요해요 ㅜㅜ
다른거는 괜찮았어요 방음이 진짜 너무 안되는거 말곤
옆방에서 과자먹는거 까지 들렸네요

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

15 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

空気が悪くて、部屋の臭いが気になります。水回りもあまり使用したくありません。寝るだけ、、、という感じ。安いからこんなものかな。

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

그냥 무난했어요 좀 비싼감이 없지않아있고 가는길이 좀 험하네요. 노숙자들도 많고 좀 뭔가 그랫어요

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

방이 막 넓지는 않습니다. 하지만 에어컨도 상태가 아주 좋고. 숙박객들을 위해 책상도 하나 있습니다.

1회용 칫솔도 구비되어 쓸수있고요.

사소하게 챙겨주는게 어딜가도 있더라고요. 아주 좋습니다.

Business Friends

8/10

Excellent

04 Jun 2019

songyi

서울역주변 가성비좋은게스트하우스

서울역에서 살짝떨어진곳.. 직장이 근처고 근처다른게스트하우스도가봤지만 이곳대다수 주택들이 노후되어있는건어쩔수없다. 하지만 하루이틀잠시 잠만잔다고생각하면 가격대비가성비가좋다.
방음이안되고방이작고 이층까지 짐을가지고올라가야하지만 먼저 문자로 체크인방법알려주고 아침간단히먹을수있고 체크아웃후 짐도맡길수있고 좋았다

6/10

Pleasant

07 May 2019

Verified traveler

I think there was bed bugs because i got many bug bites all over my body.

4/10

Poor

29 Apr 2019

cosicisi999

いつも利用していましたが、今回は、特に2Fトイレの洗面台の故障がありました。張り紙はありましたが、スタッフからのアナウンスがなかったので不親切だと思いました。いつも気にならなかったですが、今回は特にタオルの臭いが臭かったです。それと、今回のスタッフは、よくしゃべる割には働いていないように思いました。キッチンのゴミ箱もいっぱいで使いにくかったです。それと前からですが、スリッパがとても汚いので変えた方がいいと思います。繰り返し使うなら、清潔に使えるものがいいです。いつも使うので今回は残念でした。改善を期待します。

Friends_and_family Self

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Great location, budget room provided with all necessary facilities.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2019

Otto

Good place for experienced traveller

The Ahora guest house was overall good experience. I spend there 5 nights. Rooms was quite small but clean and comfy. They provided shampoo, shower gel and toothpaste so that was super nice. I'm good sleeper so the thin walls didn't bother me, but for others I could recommend earplugs. You really can hear others talking on the other room. There is only three bathrooms/showers but I didn't find that as a problem.

Also you should be aware that the surroundings of the Seoul station is not the \"happiest\" area and you'll see all kinds of life tragedies. So if you don't want to see some life realities this is probably your place.

8/10

Excellent

01 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

壁が薄いです。咳き込む声まで聞こえますが、それ以外は大丈夫です。シャワートイレが同じところにありますので、苦手な人はやめておいた方がいいかと。

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2019

HsiaoMei

位置很棒就在首爾站12號出口附近，房間很乾淨，浴室雖然要共用，但每層樓都有所以也不會等太久

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

輕旅的好選擇

輕旅的好選擇，單人房也不怕打擾到別人，房間乾淨，水夠熱，而且離地鐵站非常的近幾分鐘就到了。

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

ソウル駅から近くて、朝ごはんもついて、このお値段なら大満足です。
お部屋もシングルで取ったのに、ダブルルームにしてくれて広くて快適でした！

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2018

chia-han

櫃檯人員很親切，幫我們叫了兩天的炸雞，非常感謝他！住宿地點也很方便，價格便宜cp值很高！

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Nov 2018

cosicosi

地下鉄4号線は直ぐで便利！

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

sin duda un buen sitio donde quedarse. Cerca de Seoul Station, barato y con un personal muy amable.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

治安を我慢すれば。

短時間でしたが、親切にしていただき嬉しかったです。最初入り口がわからなくて悩みました。しかも小道が工事中で焦りましたが、無事にたどり着きました。ただ治安があまり良くなく夜中浮浪者に声をかけられたので逃げました。

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2018

Jean-Pierre

A very good choice at Seoul station

The hotel is quiet, well maintained, and clean. It offers many several useful facilities, notably a large common space and cuisine, and a baggage storage area. The staff is kind and speaks English. The location, right out the metro station is very convenient.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2018

Kate

可愛Guest house

位置靠近首爾地鐵站步行3分鐘。
是次體驗住3樓頂層此層有5間房 2個公共洗手間算是方便不會太多人爭用洗手間。不過門的隔音不算很好會聽到走廊有人走過的腳步聲。
房內雖然不是很大但已經做到舒適效果放置可愛公仔和特色燈飾。房間算是乾淨整齊不過洗澡的白毛巾變了灰色感覺不太乾淨。
早餐有奶，包和麥片供應，食堂廚房地牢地方寬敞令人放鬆休息。
此外有傘免費借和寄存行李服務。
整體來說，是次旅行租住此房也是不錯的體驗。

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

여자 혼자 머무르기에 좋아요~

출장 일정으로 일주일간 머무르게되었는데
싱글룸 예약했는데 더블룸 여유가 있어서 업그레이드 해주셔서 더 편하게 머무르다 갑니다~ 주변 이동이 편리했고 여자혼자 머무르기에도 큰 불편함없이 잘 지냈던것같습니다^^

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

滞在中、頭を打って出血してしまったのですが、オーナーの方がすごく優しく病院まで連れて行ってもらったり、韓国語を喋れない自分のために英語に翻訳して頂いたりして、いろいろと手伝って頂きすごく助かりました。
ただ、オーナーの方は英語と韓国語しか喋れないため(私は日常会話程度なら英語が可能なレベルです。)その点は注意が必要です。最初の方に部屋の使い方の説明を英語でされます。シャワーが12時までしか使えないなどいろいろと制約はありましたが結果的には満足しています。

6/10

Pleasant

10 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

밤에 들어갈때 근처가 많이 무서웠어요.. 여러모로 보안이 허술하게 느껴졌어요 집같이 화장실을 공유하고 방문을 여닫고 다녀서 방에 있는것도 조금 무서웠어요ㅠ 밤에 잘때도 추웠고 3층은 온수가 안나오던데.. 다른층은 어떤지 모르겠어요 아침 시스템은 좋았습니다 서울역근처라서 접근성은 좋았어요^^

Family

6/10

Pleasant

23 Feb 2018

Cammy

Alright

It was close to Seoul station but still quite a bit of walking. The room was clean and nice. The shower is a bit cold though. Not warm enough for the single digit temperature. Overall, it was alright.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Feb 2018

Taeyoung

가격대비 만족스러운 아로아하우스

갑작스러운 서울 출장으로 숙박지를 고민하다가 아로아하우스를 선택하게 되었습니다. 동행자도 있었기 때문에 2층 침대가 있는 방에서 숙박을 하였는데요, 잠만 자기에는 저렴한 가격에 좋은 선택이라 생각합니다. 안내하시는 분들도 친절하고, 사전에 연락을 해 두면 주차 공간도 확보할 수 있기 때문에 좋습니다.
사진에 보이는 것보다는 공간은 협소한 편이고, 침대와 짐 놓는 공간을 제외하면 활동할 수 있는 폭이 좁습니다. 조식은 빵이나 씨리얼 등이 제공되고, 세탁도 가능합니다. 와이파이 잘 되고, 컴퓨터와 텔리비전은 지하 휴게실을 이용하면 됩니다.
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