Near Hongik University, iHouse ChinChin provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Located in Hongdae, a neighborhood in Seoul, iHouse ChinChin is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Yeouido Hangang Park. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Seoul travel guide
Guesthouse remodeled in 2020 and located near Hongik University
Consider a stay at iHouse ChinChin and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Express check-out, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Multilingual staff, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
Coffee/tea in the lobby and barbecue grills
Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at iHouse ChinChin feature thoughtful touches such as heated floors and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at iHouse ChinChin on 23 November 2026 start from AED 203, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This guest house doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at iHouse ChinChin?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.
What time is check-out at iHouse ChinChin?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is iHouse ChinChin located?
Located in Hongdae, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hongdae Street and Hongik University. Yonsei University and Yonsei University Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Hongik University Station is 12 minutes by foot and Gajwa Station is 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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iHouse ChinChin Reviews
7.6
Good
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Amazing stay. Easy to get to, staff was really great and attentive in person and online. The apartment was beautiful. I would highly recommend this listing and would love to come back another time!
The staff was very helpful ! As well pet friendly, my dog loved the friendly pet oriented neighborhood. There was also a park near by where you could walk your pet ! I reccomend booking with them if you’re attracted to the Hongdae area. I would be careful though about the blinds since there really aren’t shower curtains on the top floor. It was spacious for one person so I do reccomend having a friend so it doesn’t get lonely.
Over all a 4/5 star experience !
it was in a great location, everything was clean and nice. the owner was very helpful, especially with all our luggage. overall great experience and highly recommended
Our room is at thrid floor with lots of stairs and no elevator, which is fine.
1. There is a bed in the attic, but ac can't reach it and it was super hot up there.
2. There is a bed under the main bed, but when we pulled it out it was really dirty and dusty under there. My friend and I ended up having to share the one bed.
3. The bathroom door doesn't close unless one person pushes it in really hard from outside.
4. The ac is hard to control.
Overall the hotel was at a good location( 15 mins bus to hongdae) and it was not pricy. But it was old and not maintained well. It you have more than two people it would be hell to stay there.
Lovely place to stay at! Close and very accommodating. Our flight was late but we messaged and tee got greeted after check-in time!
Heated floors are very nice.
The only thing I could complain about is that the light in the room is rubbish if you want to do your makeup! (But super cozy!)
This place is very safe and very quiet. It is a bit hidden in the corner in the alley when you get there.
Reception is clearly visible once on the property. The stairs to other floors are quite dangerous, so be careful, especially if you are travelling with a heavy luggage.
Everything worked well. Shared kitchen offers basic equipment. You can make yourself a coffee or a tea at any time, plus it is being resupplied every single day.
I stayed in a family room, which was fairly spacious for my needs. Back room was a bit tiny, because the ceiling was very low and I am tall, so u stayed in the front room. Bathroom worked flawlessly. Sitting on a balcony was also pleasant, I liked the bamboo trees. Conveniently close to shops and cafes. I highly recommend DoDo cafe - owner is a wonderful woman, cannot praise her enough; tell her that Jan from Czechia recommended it.
Laundromat is to be found on the corner of the opposite street, very useful; cash and cards accepted.
Thank you for having me here, all the best.
The staff is friendly and they speak good English. We were originally placed in the third floor but the stairs were icy and we almost slipped (no elevator). They accommodated us with a 2nd floor room, but the ceiling was leaking. The ceiling above the bed looked moldy.
The Perfect Haven in Seoul, Complete with Friendly Service and Spotless Rooms
My stay at this hotel was absolutely delightful.
Having lodged here last January and returned, it's clear this spot keeps drawing me back. The room was spotless, with particularly pristine bedding which ensured a super comfy night. Its quiet location made it the perfect spot to unwind.
The beef soup and dumplings served at the North Korean restaurant right at the alley’s entrance were top-notch.
Kit, the front desk officer from Hong Kong, was immensely friendly and fluent in English, making communication a breeze.
With its reasonable prices and excellent service,
I've firmly decided to stay here whenever I'm in Seoul. It feels like I've found my own little haven, much like something out of The Guardian's travel pages.
Highly recommend!
I was 3 weeks in iHouse ChinChin and I would always book there again. It is familiar, cosy and you have everything you need in the immediate vicinity. Best wishes from Germany
Chin Chin house is one of my unforgettable hotel, especially during the CNY in -20 degree, it’s 15 mins from Hong dai University station, I treasure the time I walk back, so quiet and so many interesting shops! I stay there for 5 days, just like a home away from home, I can cook my own breakfast and have a coffee in the beautiful architect lounge! Very warm and heart warming in this Korea winter! I definitely recommend you to enjoy this comfortable and happiness place! 😀
There were reviews with high praise and some negative ones, making it hard to decide. The result was a very satisfying trip. The front desk was friendly, and the room with its white sheet covers was very clean and warm. The second-floor lounge was even more comfortable than home. The paintings in the room and living room were modern and had a unique charm. Dining at the dumpling and soup restaurant run by the owner was an excellent experience at a reasonable price. Highly recommended.
From the first day, the roof was leaking and under the bed
there was so much dusty. So the air of the room was contaminated with bad smell...totally the room was not suitable for the customer's staying. After moving to the other room, the cleanness was almost the same level but a little bit better. Make a long story short, please delete this hotel from your Hotels.com package. I could not visit Hotels.com if you continue to keep this hotel in your website. Thanks.
If you need pictures, I will send it separately.
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