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Reviews of Minihotel Poongdaengi

14, Taejong-ro 699beon-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea, 38157 Gyeongju, South Korea

#16 of 51 hotels in Gyeongju

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Review score

Based on 121 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen and common area is in another building, if you wanted to talk on the phone in the middle of the night then you had to go outside the building. In addition, the doors of the showers were semi-transparent. I showered in a bathing suit because these were mixed showers.

    The beds were comfortable and the room spacious. There is privacy. There were plenty of showers and toilets and the location was a few minutes walk from all the main sites.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Overall a good clean stay and appreciated the amenities and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator for bringing up luggage - not that big of a concern for us as we were on the second floor but might be something to consider if you get placed on a higher floor with a lot of luggage.

    Clean and comfortable room and bathroom. Nice to be able to use kitchen to make a light breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The cubbies have some gaps where light comes through, was a bit annoying because the overhead lights also have no shade so if you are on the top bunk it shines into your eyes. But you can just turn the light off! (as long as everyone is ok w it). The towel was not the cleanest and I saw some faint marks on it.

    The location is great and close to the coach station and train station. The cubbies are pretty spacious and not claustrophobic, I could almost stand up and I'm about 5'11. The bed was comfy and I had a quiet night. They have free lockers available for your stuff before and after check-in which was a lifesaver. Really nice lobby area with free wifi, was great for taking call or getting ready to leave. Breakfast was nice, just fry your own eggs, some toast, butter, jam and orange juice and coffee.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    good quality-price balance
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the shower is nonexistent- the whole bathroom gets wet. lucky i was staying only three nights so i didn't have to shower too often! the bed sheets had a few stains but were otherwise clean.

    the location was very convenient, close to the city's busiest streets and bus/pullman station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Near of everything (main tourist site). Near of bus stop...

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    7.0
    Great stay. Good location. Self-served breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room is a bit old. No elevator.

    Location, self-served breakfast, early luggage drop off

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Would be 10/10 if it was clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be cleaner, the common areas don't seem to be cleaned every day, like the benches or the ground in the dining area. The doors of the showers in the dorm only go half way which is a little weird.

    Good breakfast. 2 towels provided everyday. Good location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    8.0
    Simple but comfortable, with great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift, so luggage had to be carried up the stairs.

    Fantastic location, close to both the intercity and express bus terminals, as well as bus stops for buses going to major tourist attractions in Gyeongju. Owner was very friendly and explained how to get around town in detail. Simple but satisfying breakfast of toast with jam and eggs is provided every morning as well. Room was clean and all the necessities were provided.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Very good !
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice, well located (5min walk from the bus terminal), cheap There is a big common place where you can leave your luggages, eat, meet people, it was very nice !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some parts of the bathroom were not so clean

    The bed was big and it is close to McDonald's ahahah

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very convenient location. Helpful owner. Nice stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Simple arrangement, clean, great location, and common areas.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs up after long days of walking.

    Central location and with bus stations nearby, industrial design, lounge area is large and with all needed. You can store luggage before/after check in/out. Clean sheets and cozy, yet simple environment. Nearby supermarket with nice bakery section. Good wi-fi. Kitchen to prepare your breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    A good place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is a no lift so if you carry big luggage then this place may not be suitable. For backpacker like me should not be problem to walk up & down 4 floor.

    The hostel is very near to the bus terminal and bus stop to all sights. The owner self-made a very useful map that come in handy. The room is clean and the self-service breakfast is good enough.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed here twice and really liked it. Spacious rooms with big bathrooms. Comfortable beds. The kitchen and communal area is huge and lots of space to sit and eat. Good breakfast items provided for you to help yourself to. Good coffee!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    breakfast is good and the common room is large and comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The matras were really hard and you could feel the coil spring right through it

    The hotel has a good location, and the staff is very friendly. The kitchen and common area is very well equipped and stylish.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    7.0
    Good location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff is there only at check-in and before and after that nobody is there. It is confusing when you arrive as there are only signs (mostly in Korean) at the reception.

    The location is good, you can leave your baggage in the lobby if you arrive early. The female dormitory looked quite new and the mattress was comfortable. Wifi was pretty good.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Common area was dirty during our whole stay, no good feeling to use the kitchen

    Friendly staff, good location - near to touristic places

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    9.0
    Great location and value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to complain about

    Value for money and great location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay at the guest. Attractions are nearby, Minor complaints. Attention: the sign on the facility says ge
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Constant loud background music in common area. Shower controls difficult (but good shower). We would have liked to stay an extra night but the price had doubled , presumably because it was Saturday.

    Good breakfast provided , location , lockers

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    8.0
    Great place, but staff presence was lacking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were hardly around but I didn’t need them anyway. It would have been nice if they spoke better English but of course they don’t have to!

    The dormitory was really nice and comfy. Bathrooms were spacious and clean. Good design . There were plenty of dressing tables outside for ladies to do make up&hair.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the smart tv did not support YouTube or any app for foreigners. hence, it's useless if you don't speak Korean. A short instruction about how to use the air condition and other temperature settings (heating - hot water control) in English for non Korean speakers would be great.

    central location. very close to the bus terminal. free breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's quite loud in the evenings, walls are quite thin. If you are a light sleeper bring ear plugs. It's not that clean. The place could do with a bit more cleaning.

    Really good location, close to the bus terminal and the Jungang Market, also buses stop close by to all the major sites. Friendly and helpful staff. There's lockers in the communal area.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The main burner for the stove didn't seem to work, so frying eggs in the morning was not a possibility.

    Very clean. Nice common area, nice staff. The female dorms felt secure, and the bed cubes/pods felt quite spacious for the price. Stayed 2 nights in early May and it didn't feel too hot in the rooms. Short walks to main bus lines, the bus station, and the main tourist attractions in the city.

    Stayed in May 2023

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