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Circle Hotel Seoul

2.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect city base at this strategically located hotel, where free WiFi keeps them connected and practical services make exploration effortless

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a pink bathtub, and a city view. - Circle Hotel Seoul (Seoul)
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small sink, and a wardrobe. - Circle Hotel Seoul (Seoul)
A tall hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hotel Circle." - Circle Hotel Seoul (Seoul)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. - Circle Hotel Seoul (Seoul)
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a red bathtub. - Circle Hotel Seoul (Seoul)
Situated near Hongik University, Circle Hotel Seoul is a convenient base for city adventures. Guests enjoy practical amenities like free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning, and luggage storage, with a 24-hour front desk ensuring assistance is always available.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Double Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a pink bathtub, and a city view.

Suite

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a bathtub.

Room (Standard double)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a red bucket.

Room (Suite Double)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Double Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Mapo-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, Circle Hotel Seoul 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 Yeouido Hangang Park and Namsan Mountain 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
Map
15, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 121-885

What's nearby

  • A large open field with bleachers, trees, and a building in the background.
    Hongik University
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A Spider-Man statue climbing a building facade.
    Hongdae Street
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • YG Entertainment Building
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mangwon Market
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hapjeong Station
    3 min walk
  • Haengsin Station
    12 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • 최강금돈까스
    2 min walk
  • 덕이손만두 (Deoki Son Mandu)
    2 min walk
  • 함반
    1 min walk
  • 경성양꼬치
    1 min walk
  • 핑크솔트숯불구이
    7 min walk

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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

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Circle Hotel Seoul pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Circle Hotel Seoul?

Check-in start time: 9:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Circle Hotel Seoul?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Circle Hotel Seoul located?

Located in Mapo-gu, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of YG Entertainment Building and Hongik University. Hongdae Street and Nanji Hangang Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Hapjeong Station is only a 3-minute walk and Mangwon Station is 12 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

Circle Hotel Seoul Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff were awesome- very polite and helpful, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the bathtub in the room and the heated floors!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kofi

The location is in rhe center of everything. Trains, subway and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew So

great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Antoine Erick A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very unique from other hotel internal design’s, really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very decent. It had nice features like a rainfall shower head, and full size bath. Room was not spotless, but was clean enough to be enjoyable with no problems. Check-in was very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hatsumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Soraia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was super nice, as a solo traveller I really enjoyed it, however if you are staying with a friend or family instead of a partner it can be awkward as there is not a lot of bathroom privacy, however overall the hotel was super nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

YOU

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and service. But wall of bed is not clean, no working washing on toilet. 서비스는 좋아요.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Pablo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check checkin time before booking, i had a weird 9pm checkin time unflexible, the attendants at reception only speak korean and are not very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Toshiaki

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very useful, where it is near by Hapjeong Station. However, My booked room was not clean, the insects were flying…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Do not stay here. This was the grossest hotels I’ve stayed in. The room looked nothing like the photos and all the walls and surfaces were dirty. The bathroom was disgusting with a brown stained toilet and the whole room smelled like mold.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Declan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nothing to be blown away by. Bed was comfortable but hotel was tired and in need of some tlc. Cigarette smell prevalent throughout. Decent location right by Hapjeong station.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smelt tobacco in the room and it wasn’t cleaned properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had several issues during my stay at this hotel. Unfortunately, the blanket in my room was dirty and had visible bloodstains, which was unacceptable. Additionally, the reception staff struggled to communicate in English, making it difficult to address concerns or ask for assistance. Lastly, there was no daily room service provided—our room was only cleaned once during a five-night stay. Overall, I was disappointed with the cleanliness and service, and I hope the management takes steps to improve these aspects for future guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

MIHYE

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

홍대근처

홍대입구역과 가깝고, 좋은 컨디션에 더 저렴합니다.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
직원분들은 매우 친철하나 시설낙후가 심함
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
安靜 方便 不錯
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

HYUNHO

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

깨끗한 모텔 수준

흡연객실이 있다보니 다른객실에도 전체적으로 담배냄새가 나고 대로변에 있어서 방음이 중요한데 차소리, 바람소리기 많이 나네요. 객실내부와 침구는 깨끗한데 침구류는 락스냄새가 많이 나요 전반적으로 편안한 잠을 못 잤네요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EUN JEONG

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

가끔 쉬고싶을때 갑니다

집이멀어서 가끔 이곳에서 자고 출근하고 있습니다. 이제 두번째지만 계속 이용하려고합니다. 청결하고 조용하고 편안합니다
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EUNJEONG

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

참 마음이 편안한 곳이었습니다

집이 너무 멀어 회식하고나면 너무 피곤해서 하루밤 신세졌습니다. 너무 깔끔하고 마음도 편안하게 잘 쉬고 다음날 출근했습니다. 가끔 이용해야겠습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
本当はチェックインが21時だったのに早めにチェックインしていただいたり次の旅行のホテルを取る時に少し手間がかかったけど嫌な顔せず予約できるまで一緒にしていただいて嬉しかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
チェックインの時間がまだまだ早かったにも関わらず行ってすぐにチェックインしていただいたりゴミ捨てとタオル交換のみ頼んだにも関わらずベッドメーキングまでしていただき本当にありがとうございます。いつもよくしていただき本当に嬉しいです。韓国行く時は必ずサークルホテルに泊まろうねとお友達と言うぐらいホテルの方がたも親切で本当にとてもいいホテルです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
21時チェックインだったにもかかわらず早めにチェックインしてくださったのでとても嬉しかったです。また是非泊まりたいです。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023