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iHouse ChinChin

2.0 star property
Travelers step into this chic Seoul guesthouse where modern comfort meets vibrant atmosphere, with a rooftop terrace perfect for barbecues or drinks

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iHouse ChinChin, in the heart of Seoul, offers an eclectic blend of style and energy. Guests enjoy stunning rooftop views, barbecue grills, and a bar. Multilingual staff assist visitors in navigating the bustling city surroundings.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥7,148
￥7,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24

Room options

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two single beds, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a large window with blinds.

Sunday Morning

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a desk with a lamp, and a door leading to a balcony.

Family Room

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a loft bed, a wooden staircase, and a view of the outside.

Deluxe Family Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a loft bed, a desk with a lamp, a green chair, and a TV on the wall.

Signature Room

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A small, single-bed room with a white bedside table, a lamp, a large floral artwork on the wall, and a window with curtains.

First Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Single Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a black kitchen island, a white door, and a wicker chair.

Elite Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Loft | Living area | Heated floors

Premium Loft

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Elite Penthouse | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Penthouse

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a door, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Comfort Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Elite Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and wooden flooring.

City Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Design Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a window with a view of a brick building outside.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hongdae, a neighborhood in Seoul, iHouse ChinChin is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwanghwamun 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
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121867, Seoul, Seoul, 24-11, Yeonnam-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu

What's nearby

  • A Spider-Man statue climbing a building facade.
    Hongdae Street
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A large open field with bleachers, trees, and a building in the background.
    Hongik University
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A large building with a statue in front, surrounded by well-manicured bushes and trees.
    Yonsei University
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yeonnam-dong Community Service Center
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Haengsin Station
    12 min drive
  • Hongik University Station
    12 min walk
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • 에프이에이티
    5 min walk
  • 올웨이즈어거스트 연남
    4 min walk
  • VER'S HOUSE
    7 min walk
  • 피오니 (Peony)
    4 min walk
  • 히포카페테리아
    5 min walk

About this property

iHouse ChinChin

  • 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 a water dispenser
    • Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby and luggage storage
    • 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.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Showers, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
    • Heated floors, LED light bulbs, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 2014
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heated floor
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is iHouse ChinChin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at iHouse ChinChin?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at iHouse ChinChin on Jul 23, 2026 start from ￥7,148, 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 YG Entertainment Building 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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Reviews

iHouse ChinChin Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 135 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 !
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nasrul Nyzam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. About 6 stops from Hongdae area. Could go anywhere within an hour by taking bus if avoiding train
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmelie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff, moldy/leaky ceiling

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEONGSOON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was easily accessible and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and very prompt and helpful host. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEONGSOON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Da Young

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OMG
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A warm and heart warming stay😍

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! 😀
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

알료나

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

yun ku

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naoki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応が非常に良かった。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

인호

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
정리 및 청소가 안되있다. 먼지 수북하고 수건도 언제빨았는지 모를정도다. 세면대에서는 물이 샌다. 호텔급을 바라지는않았지만 걸레질도 안한 바닥은 글쎄다 였다. 실수다 싼각격에 덜컥 예약한 내실수다.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vraiment déçu, la propreté c’était vraiment plus que moyen, on a eu même un gros cafard avec comme Companie des araignées, je suis contente de partir
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

寵物友善飯店

寵物友善就是要推！可以帶狗入住！接待又會說中文！距離弘大走路公車都極度方便！CP值很高！
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
レイトチェックインにも対応してくださり感謝しています。暖かく歓迎していただきました。私は小さなスーツケースだったので荷物を持って階段を上がれましたが大荷物だと大変かもしれません。スケジュールの都合で無料のお食事をいただけなかったので次は食べたいと思います。また利用させていただきます。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

곰팡이와 함께

숙소 내부를 리모델링 한 듯한데 현관문 들어가자마자 곰팡이 냄새가 진동을 하길래 보니 주방과 화장실에 곰팡이가 한가득 있네요. 제 생각에 집이 오래되어 단열이 안 좋아서 겨울철 결로 때문인것 같습니다. 이 부분은 개선이 필요합니다. 이런 곰팡이 가득한 곳에서 다시는 자고싶지 않아요.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方がすごい優しくて お部屋も綺麗でした！ ホンデ駅からは15分くらい歩きますが お部屋はすごく静かでゆっくり寝れます。 タオルを用意してくれてありがとうございました。 また韓国行く時に泊まりたいと思います！
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
セルフでチェックインすると知らずにまごつきましたが、お部屋は清潔で静かで過ごしやすかったです。コンサート参加のための滞在でしたが会場のワールドカップスタジアムが徒歩圏内だったので行き帰りが楽でよかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre calme et accueil très satisfaisant mais plusieurs point négatifs: traces profondes d’humidité au plafond, prise au dessus du lavabo qui pend et simplement maintenu par les fils, robinet lavabo rafistolé, de plus il fuit en permanence. Effectivement le tarif est assez bas mais ces défauts pourraient être aisément améliorés
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
침대 시트, 베게, 이불 등 깨끗하고 좋았습니다. 편안한 1박 보냈습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024