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title: "ARA125, Seoul: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "ARA125 in Seoul: rated 9.4 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hostel · ★★
# ARA125

Myeong-dong, Seoul, South Korea

9.4 ·  Exceptional 1,597 reviews ·  #25 #25 of 1,496 in Seoul ·  9.0 Location score
## About ARA125

ARA125 is a hostel in Myeong-dong, Seoul, South Korea. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 9.4 out of 10 across 1,597 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free wi-fi. It is 940 m from the centre of Seoul. The nearest airport, Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), is 17 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 1

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 114

5th-6th floor of Myeongdong Focus Building, 21, Myeongdong 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

## How ARA125 scores

Better rated than 99% of hotels in Seoul

-   Guest rating **9.4**
-   Location **9.0**
-   Public transport **8.5**

Seoul average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **100**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **40**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">명동역</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">420 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">39 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Seoul</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">940 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Myeongdong Shopping Street120 m
-   SK텔레콤 티움210 m
-   서울대교구천주교역사박물관220 m
-   Gyeonbuk Palace290 m
-   용인 에버랜드380 m
-   샬트르 성 바오로 수녀회 역사 박물관400 m

## ARA125: in detail

ARA125 provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. At ARA125 , every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hostel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. In select rooms at the hostel, a refrigerator is available for those moments when it seems necessary. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Begin your day carefree at ARA125 , as complimentary breakfast is offered for your convenience. At the hostel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like shared kitchen tailored to their preferences.

### Compare

## Compare ARA125 with nearby hotels

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## Questions about ARA125

### How do guests rate ARA125?

ARA125 has a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10 from 1,597 reviews, which is better than 99% of rated hotels in Seoul.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at ARA125?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does ARA125 include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### How far is ARA125 from the airport?

The nearest airport, Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), is 17 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does ARA125 have?

ARA125 has 1 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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