8 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Seoul · Seoul Special City
Ocean'S Guesthouse - Foreigners Only
A straightforward, well-rated guesthouse in Seoul's Mapo-Gu with a shared kitchen and lounge, suited to travellers who want value over frills.
- Guest rating of 8.4 from 552 reviews
- Within a 5-minute walk of the Seaweed Museum
- Shared kitchen and dining table for self-catering
8.4
Great
552 reviews
Booking.com 8.4 · 552 reviews
About
Ocean'S Guesthouse - Foreigners Only
Ocean'S Guesthouse - Foreigners Only is a 39-room hostel in Seoul's Mapo-Gu, offering dormitory and private rooms. The property sits within a 5-minute walk of the Seaweed Museum and about a 15-minute drive from N Seoul Tower.
Guests can use the shared kitchen, complete with cookware and an electric kettle, as well as a leisure/TV room. The guesthouse enforces a no-smoking policy on site and does not allow pets.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Dining table
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Excellent facilities score — The property earned a perfect 10 in the facilities category, indicating well-maintained common areas and room amenities.
- High staff rating — Guests consistently rate the staff highly, at 9.1, reflecting attentive and helpful service.
- Great value for money — With a value score of 8.3 and rates from £35, the guesthouse offers a budget-friendly option in Seoul without compromising on quality.
- Self-catering facilities — A shared kitchen with a dining table, electric kettle, and cookware lets guests prepare their own meals, saving on dining costs.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Limited to foreigners — The guesthouse only accepts foreign guests, which may exclude local travellers.
- No pets allowed — Guests travelling with pets cannot stay here.
- Strict check-in window — Check-in is only possible between 16:00 and 23:30, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
- No smoking on site — Smokers will need to leave the property; the entire guesthouse is non-smoking.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
8 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Private Shared Bathroom Twin Room
- 1 Bunk bed,2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 552 reviews
Booking.com · 8.4 · 552 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Seoul
The property sits in Seoul.
Seaweed Museum: Within a 5-minute walk, this niche museum offers an easy cultural stop close to the guesthouse.
N Seoul Tower: About a 15-minute drive away, the iconic tower gives panoramic views of the city.
Hapjeong-Dong 438-5(40, Huiujeong-Ro) Mapo-Gu, Seoul, Seoul Special City, 04007, South Korea
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 16:00-23:30
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 50 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:30, and check-out is by 12:00.
Are pets allowed at the guesthouse?
No, pets are not allowed on the property.
Is smoking allowed on site?
No, the property is strictly non-smoking.
Does the guesthouse offer self-catering facilities?
Yes, there is a shared kitchen with a dining table, electric kettle, and cookware/kitchen utensils.
What types of rooms are available?
The guesthouse offers mixed and female-only dormitories (4, 6, and 8 bed) and a private twin room with shared bathroom.
The bottom line
A solid, well-rated budget guesthouse that delivers good value, especially for solo travellers or small groups who plan to use the self-catering kitchen. The facilities and staff shine, but the foreigner-only policy and narrow check-in hours mean it’s not for everyone.
8.4The bottom line: excellent facilities and staff at a low price, with a few policy-driven caveats.
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