Hostel ARA125 offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral. Free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Namdaemun Market and Seoul City Hall. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Euljiro 1-ga Station is 5 minutes and Myeong-dong Station is 6 minutes.
Hostel ARA125 offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral. Free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Namdaemun Market and Seoul City Hall. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Euljiro 1-ga Station is 5 minutes and Myeong-dong Station is 6 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean, Russian
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Room service
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Art Deco architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Philstay Myeongdong Financial Center Hotel
Philstay Financial Center
Philstay Central Hotel
Philstay Myeongdong Central
Philstay Central
Philstay Myeongdong Financial Center
Hostel ARA125 Hotel
Hostel ARA125 Seoul
Hostel ARA125 Hotel Seoul
Philstay Myeongdong Central Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Hostel ARA125 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel ARA125 does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel ARA125?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel ARA125?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostel ARA125.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel ARA125?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hostel ARA125?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (20-min walk) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hostel ARA125 like?
Hostel ARA125 is a short 5-minute walk from Euljiro 1-ga Station and 2 minutes' walk from Myeongdong Street.
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Hostel ARA125 Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
May 12, 2025
Very good location, safe, walkable to popular areas within minutes.
Yi
Yi, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great place to stay!
I love the location, the cleanliness, the food available for us as much as the profesional staff always doing everything to help us out and to answer our multiples questions, even the cleaning lady help and told us what to look for on our excursion.
The staff makes a great atmosphere where everyone feels welcome!
I’ll certainly go back!
Isabelle
Isabelle, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Great hostel nearby subway line, limousine bus to airport and Myeong-Dong. Liked having a private room/bathroom, with a shared cooking/dining area. Staff were helpful and the complimentary breakfast items were a nice touch.
Jo-Anne
Jo-Anne, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
One of the best hostel
YI MAN
YI MAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
A perfect spot for travellers to stay in Seoul. Pretty much in the heart of Myeong-dong. The room and the common area are very cozy and clean. The staff are very nice and kind.
YIFANG
YIFANG, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
Great place in Myeongdong, felt very central and close to everything, including a couple of metro stops about 5-10 min walk away. Great service, very helpful staff. The room was okay, bit noisy and small but the pay off is the location. Loved having 2 washing machines to use for free and the free food in the kitchen (eggs, toast, etc.)
Joel
Joel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2024
Pleasantly surprised. Breakfast included; had a washer dryer. Staff was very helpful, and location was perfect for a short trip.
Vinod
Vinod, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
It's compact and quiet
VIET
VIET, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Quaint small hostel situated in the heart of Myeongdong. Rooms are small (to be expected) but have everything you need. Incheon airport bus stop (Ibis Hotel) and Euljiro 1-ga Station are just around the corner. Can get noisy due to the location but should quieten by 11pm once the shop’s shut. Entrance into building is a little hard to find but it’s next to a cafe called Metcha.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 29, 2024
In the room, no even have cup but available of refil water as I need water to take pil at night as we are staying at 5th floor, all the cups are located at 6th floor. It is not good during emergency and how can the hotel provide refill water without cup?
Yee Fat
Yee Fat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
chui fung
chui fung, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Zona y cercania con metro
Marcos
Marcos, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2025
The room was private and great for a week in the area. I little cramped - I wish there was more room at the full length mirror, but really well priced and safe in a busy area.
Super hôtel. Ambiance cosy. Chambre avec le nécessaire. Propre et calme. Cuisine à disposition et de quoi se faire un petit déjeuner également. Machine à laver et sèche linge gratuit.