KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel is in the vibrant heart of Hongdae. Guests enjoy free self-serve breakfast and a rooftop terrace with city views. Amenities include in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, a coffee shop, and an outdoor entertainment space.
Hongdae, a neighbourhood in Seoul, is home to KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel. Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Lotte Outlets Seoul Station. 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
Take advantage of free self-service breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
A front desk safe, luggage storage and a lift
Room features
All 61 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Free self-serve breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator on request
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (weekly)
Outdoors
Outdoor entertainment area
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
Lift (201 centimetre wide door)
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
4 shared bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator on request
Shared kitchen access
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Air conditioning
Heating
Laundry detergent
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Please send us an email, our front desk will close at 10pm.]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
This property has indicated that it is registered as a city homestay service for foreign tourists to experience the culture of Korean houses. The property has indicated that it can therefore only accept bookings from foreign guests. Guests whose residence is in Korea will not be allowed to check in.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: KRW 100000 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
KOZAYO
KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel Seoul
KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel Guesthouse
KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel Guesthouse Seoul
Hostel Kozayo Cafe Rounge Hongdae Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Is KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel?
KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel located?
Located in Hongdae, this guesthouse is steps away from Hongdae Street and Hongik University. KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae and YG Entertainment Building are also within 1 mile (2 km). Hongik University Station is 6 minutes by foot and Sangsu Station is 7 minutes.
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Reviews
KOZAYO Hongdae Hostel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Had a really nice stay at this hostel, all of the staff were so lovely and friendly, always willing to help, the beds were comfortable, the showers and toilets always clean, the only thing it lacked was any atmosphere to socialise, otherwise a really great location and extremely central in Hongdae.
Tanisha
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jan
3 Nov 2024
Great location,friendly and very helpful staff higly recomend if your visiting Hongdae for a few days !
The placement of the hostel is the best. Everyone is respectful and quiet. Also as a woman it made me feel very safe because there is a QR code required to go in the elevator and in the sleeping area.
The place is well run with friendly staff, and very clean. But you do not get a room. You get a pod. Or rather a bed with a curtain. The description says 129 or 109 sqft. I have no idea were that came from since you get maybe 20 sqft. For this, it is too expensive.
The staff are amazingly helpful. ‘Panda’ is an amazing guy, so welcoming and helpful, the staff can’t do enough for you. The cafe serves fantastic coffee and has free breakfast in the morning . For those of you from NYC , things start late here , Starbucks doesn’t ope until 8.30am. The beds are super comfortable. One thing that will
Surprise you if you are familiar with European hostels is that this one has no where to lock your things away . I think if they can improve anything it’s to have some lockers .
The room can hear the sound of other people taking showers and hair dryers, which is acceptable. The bed is comfortable and the breakfast is free. I will come again next time.
Kozayo is a hostel located above their cafe of the same name. Despite being RIGHT next to the hot party area of the legendary Hongdae district, the rooms were exceptionally quiet besides the occasional shuffling of my roommates. Be forewarned that there is a security deposit for the capsule remote (at the time 100K won).
There is a small towel provided, roughly about 5~6 shower stalls per floor, and 4 toilets if i remember right. The bathroom with a toilet is a bit small, so if you're very tall or wide you may find it a bit awkward to scooch in.
These are minor nitpicks however and if youre looking to be right next to the party action i can think of few better options. No major complaints.
Hunter
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Ariel
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I enjoyed the privacy being in this Hostel. Clean and I feel safe.
There was an off putting odor, also there is no room to stand while opening/closing bathroom stall door. Aside from these tiny suggestions, it was a wonderful place…and affordable!! The beds and linens were fantastic!