Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
90-13, Sinchon-ro 1-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03783 South Korea
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Love you all. Two simple words for this place - Read & Relax, So this might be the best place for the single travelers to enjoy your time the whole day or couples to chill out quietly. There are also trendy paintings and trick art throughout the hostel - all created by the owner himself. Located in the heart of Seoul in the Hongdae area, so you can also enjoy night life easily.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Adults only
Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Clothes rack
Kitchenette
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Charming
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, French, Chinese, Korean and 2 more
Location
90-13, Sinchon-ro 1-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03783 South Korea
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Good for walkers
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Grade: 87 out of 100
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Gimpo Intl Airport
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Incheon Intl Airport
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Hongik University
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A cute and cozy little hostel in a exciting area of Seoul. The crowd is definitely on the quieter end of the spectrum. No alcohol allowed. Because the main hangout place for the sister party hostel (Time Traveler's Party) was their bar, you might not miss any partying by staying here instead (and it's much cleaner here). All of this also contributed to it being quite a clean hostel. It was a very nice change of pace from the typical party hostel vibe.
Room type: Bunk bed in mixed room
Lockers
• Size: About the size of an airline carry on, but taller (but my backpack is overstuffed, and couldn't fit in width-wise)
Bathrooms
• Number: 2 shower rooms, one separate toilet
• Combined toilet/shower: 1 was combined toilet/shower
• Hair Dryers: Y
Common Area: Library like room. Very quiet (I forget when the official quiet hours are, but it almost always seemed quiet)
Amenities
• Included towels: One small towel included, bigger towels available to rent
• Light in bunk: N
• Outlet in bunk: Some, but not all
• Bunk curtains: N
• Included breakfast: N
Misc
• Set up bedding yourself: N
• Break down bedding yourself: N
• Elevator: N
• Location: Good - close to main strip of Hongdae
Top opportunities for improvement: Add outlets by every bed
Room type: Bunk bed in mixed room
Lockers
• Size: About the size of an airline carry on, but taller (but my backpack is overstuffed, and couldn't fit in width-wise)
Bathrooms
• Number: 2 shower rooms, one separate toilet
• Combined toilet/shower: 1 was combined toilet/shower
• Hair Dryers: Y
Common Area: Library like room. Very quiet (I forget when the official quiet hours are, but it almost always seemed quiet)
Amenities
• Included towels: One small towel included, bigger towels available to rent
• Light in bunk: N
• Outlet in bunk: Some, but not all
• Bunk curtains: N
• Included breakfast: N
Misc
• Set up bedding yourself: N
• Break down bedding yourself: N
• Elevator: N
• Location: Good - close to main strip of Hongdae
Top opportunities for improvement: Add outlets by every bed
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Pencilhostel, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 1 Feb 2020
Dear guest, Thank you so much for spare your valuable time to leave genuine review for us. We really appreciate, We always welcome you back. Please take care of yourself and safe travel. - Dj and his crew-
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I stayed here for a few days upon arriving in Seoul. The place is cozy, and every morning DJ, the host, made me coffee and served me some fruits. He also made ramen for me a few times which was amazing.
All of the staff are helpful and friendly, the hostel is clean, and it's in a good location.
Can highly recommend staying here.
All of the staff are helpful and friendly, the hostel is clean, and it's in a good location.
Can highly recommend staying here.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Pencilhostel, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 1 Feb 2020
Dear guest, thank you so much for your time to write review for us, we really appreciate for your words, and its glad to meet you. Please come and visit us again. Also please take care of your health to have a safe and memorable trip. - DJ and his crew-
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This hostel has a very welcoming host and staff. The common area is the best I’ve seen in South Korea. Always easy to make some friends there. It’s in a very good location in hongdae, there’s so many bars, clubs, and restaurants near by.
Beds are clean, AC in bedroom, blankets are thick, showers are clean, umbrellas are provided, sandals are provided in bathrooms. They have a machine for pull ups and dips if exercising is your thing. Coffee and tea are provided free of charge, beverages are also available.
Also very affordable I can not recommend this hostel enough, I will be coming back next time I am in Seoul :)
Beds are clean, AC in bedroom, blankets are thick, showers are clean, umbrellas are provided, sandals are provided in bathrooms. They have a machine for pull ups and dips if exercising is your thing. Coffee and tea are provided free of charge, beverages are also available.
Also very affordable I can not recommend this hostel enough, I will be coming back next time I am in Seoul :)
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Yu DJ, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 6 Jan 2023
Big thx for being here with us. Hope to see you in the near future =)
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I've stayed at the Time Traveller Relax hostel as a staff member for most of 2023 and the beginning of 2024 during my working holiday stay in South Korea and absolutely loved the place and experience. Dj, the host and owner, is very kind and welcoming and will make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. The atmosphere at the hostel is inviting and social, as the hostel is quite small and homey. I felt very lucky to find this hostel during my first vacation to Seoul and to later return as a staff member. I sure will return as soon as I get the chance to!
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Yu DJ, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 25 Jun 2024
Big thx for your stay with me =) It was the most beautiful memories for me and for all in this place. Cheers <3
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Absolute cosiest place and loveliest staff in town. Everything is designed there to make you feel good and appreciated. Made life long friends, and had the best tuesday morning spicy ramyeon !! I had never been waking up to the sound of a soft blues guitar solo before - well it is now a precious memory of mine ! Thank you DJ for everything, we will see each other around, as you know I'm pretty close to TTR ;) may the god of pull ups protect your kind soul, you're amazing !
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Great hostel to stay in Seoul for a few nights, easy to get to all the sites from. The people were very friendly and our host DJ even made us a lovely ramen for breakfast! The hostel is also quiet enough to get a good nights sleep.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Friendly hostel, good location, feels like home. Staff helpfull and enjoyable staying!!
They have restaurants recommendations and the main street from hongdae just 5 minutes away as subway station.
I enjoyed the Tuesday ramen so be sure to have it every Tuesday!
They have restaurants recommendations and the main street from hongdae just 5 minutes away as subway station.
I enjoyed the Tuesday ramen so be sure to have it every Tuesday!
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Amazing experience at this hostel! It was like being adopted into a family in Seoul. Super friendly staff that greeted me every morning with coffee. You can tell how seriously DJ takes running the place. It is clean, friendly, and super cozy. I met amazing people at the hostel, and always felt comfortable here. I would not hesitate to stay at this hostel again in the future.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Yu DJ, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 6 Jan 2023
Big thx for being here with us. Hope to see you in the near future <3
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I love this place! I have stayed 3 times already since December 2022. The staff is always amazing and DJ is lovely. 100% I recommend this place, it has a good location, clean, nice people, and amazing energy. I will keep choosing this place when I am back in Seoul. Don’t think twice about it 💕; this place has my heart.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip:Â Don't worry about not having a towel, you can use one from the hostel just for 1,000 won. Super...
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Great hostel with great people as staff and who are staying as guests. Also the most lovely owner DJ. He really about his guests. I also love the workout area in the front of the hostel, this came in extremely handy. I will definitely be staying again
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Yu DJ, 오너 at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Responded 6 Jan 2023
Big thx for being here with us. With you so much luck and happiness, cheers !!
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"Don't worry about not having a towel, you can use one from the hostel just for 1,000 won. Super cheap! "Read full review
PRICE RANGE
S$52 - S$69 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South KoreaSeoulSeodaemun / Sinchon / Ewha / Changcheon-dong
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae
Which popular attractions are close to Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
Nearby attractions include Gyeongui Line Forest (0.5 km), Market In U - Hongik University Station (0.4 km), and Darkside Yeonnam (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a fitness centre, and laundry service.
What are some restaurants close to Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
Conveniently located restaurants include L'impasse81, Hwanggop, and Sinchon Hwangso Gopchang.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, Chinese, Turkish, Korean, and Malay.
Are there any historical sites close to Time Travelers Relax Hostel in Hongdae?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace (4.6 km), Changdeokgung Palace (5.8 km), and Gwanghwamun Gate (4.4 km).