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The Maru

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Namdaemun Market

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Hallway
Exterior
Twin Room (Type A) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free continental breakfast
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Seoul, Seoul, 7, Cheongpa-ro 73-gil, Yongsan-gu
  • Popular LocationLotte Outlets Seoul Station10 min walk
  • Popular LocationNamdaemun Market20 min walk
  • Popular LocationMyeongdong Street3 min drive
  • AirportSeoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)54 min drive
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Room options

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Standard Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Washer/dryer
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room (Mini) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room (Mini)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Washer/dryer
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

The Maru is located in Yongsan-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, and is near a metro station. Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Namsan Park and Dongdaemun History and Culture 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.
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What's nearby

  • Lotte Outlets Seoul Station - 10 min walk
  • Namsan Park - 17 min walk
  • Namdaemun Market - 20 min walk
  • Myeongdong Street - 3 min drive
  • N Seoul Tower - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Seoul Station - 5 min walk
  • Sookmyung Women's Univ. (Garwol) Station - 10 min walk
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • 오제제 - 6 min walk
  • 만리장성 - 5 min walk
  • 갑을분식 - 5 min walk
  • Cafe Coincedence - 3 min walk
  • 버거판 - 6 min walk

About this property

The Maru

Guesthouse near Namdaemun Market
Close to Lotte Outlets Seoul Station and Namsan Park, The Maru provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A water dispenser and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Maru offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 17-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

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

  • Free continental breakfast

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 17-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 22 2022 to September 15 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 16 2023 to September 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Maru Hostel
Maru Hostel Seoul
Maru Seoul
The Maru Seoul
The Maru Guesthouse
The Maru Guesthouse Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is The Maru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Maru?

The Maru doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Maru?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Maru?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Maru located?

Located in Yongsan-gu, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lotte Outlets Seoul Station, Namdaemun Market, and Namsan Park. Myeongdong Street and N Seoul Tower are also within 2 mi (3 km). Sookmyung Women's Univ. (Garwol) Station is 10 minutes by foot and Seoul Station is 5 minutes.

The Maru Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 240 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 240 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 240 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 240 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 240 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean small room with bulk bed and private toilet
You pay for what you get. This is a guest house and one night of a room is cheap. I am happy with the private small toilet / shower. Good location: 8 minutes walk from Seoul station. The guy at reception is not very patient. There are 4 keys given, he showed me the room key. I asked about others, he seemed annoyed and said no need to bother. Later I figured out by myself that’s for the shoes box located at the entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Badr-eddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's actually pretty cool... Quiet, clean and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Experience left a bad taste
What I booked and what I was given, completely different. I had checked in but wanted to leave after I opened the door to my room. I had contacted Hotels.com customer service and they were very helpful. However the owner was not in and the man at the front desk told customer service that I should stay the night and talk to the owner in the morning. I stayed the one night, I felt uncomfortable because I wanted to leave already. When morning came, I went out to check out and talk to the owner. he was not understanding in anyway. He told me that I was wrong, that I had received what I had booked for even though the photos I remember seeing for my booking was for a different room. And he declined refunding the remaining nights I wasn't going to stay. I would never recommend anyone to stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Arrived to a very quick checkin. No passport check or any confirmation requested. Was in a small dorm with just one other bed, which was nice. Bed was pretty uncomfortable though. I was checking into somewhere else later that day so waiting until checkout to avoid walking around with luggage and right at 10.58, I’m on the toilet in the room, and the guy’s knocking at the door. I answer and he’s like “check out, now.” I was planning to leave by 11! Let me pee!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perf for Budget Travellers Who Like Sleep
The images you see are similar to my room, but my room was smaller and felt a little make shift with all the danger signs on the window outside my door. (It is not a balcony, and definitely not a proper fire escape. This place definitely seems to be the spot for budget travellers and backpackers, etc. Two (Korean size) towels were provided. Bed and pillow were not really comfy but I was there for two strenuous days, so I had no issues passing out. Definitely bring ear plugs! I can hear hostel mates coming in, and turning on their aircon. Speaking of, air con was WEAK. They have signs everywhere to turn off the aircon so idk if they adjusted to minimise cost, but it was a struggle to get it work. One of those personal fans would come in handy when you're just cooling off when you first come in/return. The guests there are super respectful, it was very quiet, definitely not a party hostel. The location is very close to the station, although a little challenging to find at first. Also, when it's hot, it's a horrible 7 min walk, so brace yourself. It is conveniently next to a 7 Eleven - perfect for early morning out or late nights in. Definitely would recommend to friends who are durable travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Lee, Singapore.

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is rather cheap hostel. But the double bedroom I stayed had water leaked out from the floor. The hotel is not so clean. I had stained bed sheet. My private shower room was terribly small, dirty and smelly. A fat or big size person cannot enter it. The limited available space in front of the basin and water closet just next to it is insufficient to have a proper shower. Dinning area with two small tables for two persons is very congested and messy. I will never want to come to hotel any more eventhogh it is cheap.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Overall Service and Condition are Average
If you are alighted at Seoul Station, you must take exit 15 otherwise you may not easy to find the guesthouse. Overall service and condition are average.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019