Sophie's House
61-10, Yeonnam-ro, Mapo-gu
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Why people book this hotel
“It was also very clean”
“The place was very clean and well maintained”
“The place was very good, at a quiet place in walking distance to a great neighbo…”
“Good location, cozy rooms, felt very safe, flexible host (I was able to add an e…”
“Single room had enough space for a solo traveler”
“super clean Nice area and location very cozy house Sweet landlady High quality …”
“Excellent home stay with super friendly owner”
“The host was a pleasure to interact with (Google translate) and was always on ha…”
“Location was great for me, and the room was comfortable + good value for money”
Overview
Situated in Seoul, less than 1 km from Hongik University Station and 2 km from Hongik University, Sophie's House offers a terrace and air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a private entrance, the homestay allows guests to maintain their privacy. The homestay provides guests with a balcony, quiet street views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a shared bathroom with hot tub and a hair dryer. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the homestay, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Ewha Womans University is 3.3 km from the homestay, while Seoul Station is 6.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 12 km from Sophie's House.
Traveller reviews
Valentina
solo_traveller
February 25, 2026
“All good”
Very nice place
Jasmine
solo_traveller
February 15, 2026
The place was very good, at a quiet place in walking distance to a great neighborhood with a lot of good restaurants. The place is great for any weather, containing an air conditioner and hot water. It was also very clean.
Zoe
extended_group
November 14, 2025
“Very satisfied, I would come back again. I would also recommend for female solo travellers :)”
Good location, cozy rooms, felt very safe, flexible host (I was able to add an extra day). Perfect if you prefer having a private room.
Patrycja
solo_traveller
September 28, 2025
Great localization- about 10min walk to Hongik University Station. Hotel is tucked away from the main street, so it's not noisy. The place was very clean and well maintained. Single room had enough space for a solo traveler.
Serena
solo_traveller
May 27, 2025
“AVOID”
1) Arrived at 5.30pm, and host had given me the wrong code to unlock the door. She speaks no English. Had to wait outside in the rain until she arrived at 6.10pm so she could work out the correct code. 2) The room has no curtains at all, so you will be woken up at sun rise. 3) No towels are provided, so you must bring your own. 4) There was no one at the property when I needed to check out, so I packed my bags and waited for the host to arrive as I needed to ask her a question. She arrived 2.5 hours late and started shouting at me in Korean taking photos of me as I put my shoes on and tried to speak to her. I was terrified so left. 5) To put into perspective how much I do not recommend this property - I have been travelling continuously for 4 years, using booking.com daily for reservations and this is the first time I have ever written a negative review.
Serena
solo_traveller
May 17, 2025
“AVOID”
1) Arrived at 5.30pm, and host had given me the wrong code to unlock the door. She speaks no English. Had to wait outside in the rain until she arrived at 6.10pm so she could work out the correct code. 2) The room has no curtains at all, so you will be woken up at sun rise. 3) No towels are provided, so you must bring your own. 4) There was no one at the property when I needed to check out, so I packed my bags and waited for the host to arrive as I needed to ask her a question. She arrived 2.5 hours late and started shouting at me in Korean taking photos of me as I put my shoes on and tried to speak to her. I was terrified so left. 5) To put into perspective how much I do not recommend this property - I have been travelling continuously for 4 years, using booking.com daily for reservations and this is the first time I have ever written a negative review.
Niels
solo_traveller
November 22, 2024
Excellent home stay with super friendly owner. Everything is very new and super clean.
Dylan
couple
November 10, 2024
Loved the homely feel in a residential part of the city
wanjun
extended_group
November 8, 2024
“Wonderful experience and”
super clean Nice area and location very cozy house Sweet landlady High quality bedding
Chloe
extended_group
October 24, 2024
“Checking in, cleaniless, amenities, experience was poor, misleading information and lack of privacy. It really is Sophie”
Chatted with a few new people living in the same place as us though we were very caught off guard that it was a shared apartment as the initial listing did not indicate.
Jex
solo_traveller
September 10, 2024
“Definitely exceed your expectation”
Amazing Room rate, extremely clean and quiet.
Amit
couple
July 27, 2024
“Very disappointing”
Clean sitting area, clean sheets, has some restaurants nearby
Vincent
solo_traveller
July 7, 2024
“A great little stay surprisingly close yet far enough for you to appreciate.”
The host was a pleasure to interact with (Google translate) and was always on hand to help out. Sophie’s House is about 900m from the main station Hongik Uni. 1 min away is ‘Tous Les Jours’ cafe which is a great spot to pickup a ride using the Kakao app. Taxi is around 5000won or walk to get to HongikUniv. The rooms are super clean and well furnished. I stayed 2 nights. Downstairs you have easy access to a food mart and coffee place as well as a couple of local eating places. I will visit Korea again with Sophie’s high on my list of return stay.
Flaminia Rose
solo_traveller
June 23, 2024
“Clean, nice, easy”
Location was great for me, and the room was comfortable + good value for money. Nice bed, storage and vanity mirror. Bathroom was clean and towels/soap/shampoo provided. Owner seemed sweet, I don't speak Korean so bit of a language barrier for me communicating. Please note there are stairs up to the house! If u have dumb heavy bags like me it's a pain to get them up to the room.
Elisa
solo_traveller
June 4, 2024
“Sweet and nice atmosphere”
Very nice atmosphere, felt like having a home in Seoul. The owner cleans every day and it’s very kind.
Diana
solo_traveller
May 27, 2024
“Great value for money”
The place is super clean, the owner is lovely and it's a good location
Jacek
solo_traveller
April 11, 2024
Cool place
Eun Na Rae
solo_traveller
March 6, 2024
“Decent!”
Such a neat place to stay. It’s located in Yeonnamdong, center of Hongdae(quiet area). It’s surrounded by lots of beautiful cafes and restaurants. I had such a nice talk with the host too :)
Lagrama
extended_group
October 22, 2023
“Accommodating host. Clean facilities but very far from subway.”
Facilities were kept clean especially the rest room. The host is very accommodating. We went back late to pick up our luggage after our check out. Space of room is enough for two guests. There is nearby bus station.
Daniel
extended_group
August 28, 2023
It's a perfect place for a couple of nights in Seoul if you are travel alone or with some friends. Comfortable beds and rooms and really well located at just 10min walking from Hongdae`s subway station.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Movie nights, Walking tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Bicycle parking
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Grocery deliveries, Shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Barber/beauty shop, Ironing service, Fax/photocopying, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 3 beds.
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The twin room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Single Room
In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The single room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The single room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a shared bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.
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