61%Paris Namdemun Guesthouse

That hostel i just stay for not more than 20 hours (but i did book for 3 days), when i back there after a walk, that woman didn't open the door for me,she didnt let me in, just the other kindy backpacker open it for me. After that, she kick me out of the hostel, the woman in that hostel said that... more That hostel i just stay for not more than 20 hours (but i did book for 3 days), when i back there after a walk, that woman didn't open the door for me,she didnt let me in, just the other kindy backpacker open it for me. After that, she kick me out of the hostel, the woman in that hostel said that the reason is she doesn't like me~ and without returning me the right money(they didnt reture me the other 2 days money)~! THEY ARE RUDE! GRASPING! IRRESPONSIBLE!close

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by emilywoo2599 – posted on Dec 1, 2008

1

very kind hostess (no english nor french, a lot of smiles instead), good corean food, calm street, cool people in hostel, people in the streets very helpful if you get lost (instructions hostel sends you beforehand not very clear).will stay there again.

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by milena477618 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

2

Stayed here 5 days. I'm a female traveling on my own. It's like a 10-15 min walk from the metro, w/ the streets getting lonelier and emptier closer to the hostel. My last night I went to the Louvre late opening and came home near 10pm. Bad idea. I got called at by some kids and a man started... more Stayed here 5 days. I'm a female traveling on my own. It's like a 10-15 min walk from the metro, w/ the streets getting lonelier and emptier closer to the hostel. My last night I went to the Louvre late opening and came home near 10pm. Bad idea. I got called at by some kids and a man started following me. I raced home and fortunately nothing happened but I was scared. Ladies, plan on going home early or w/a male friend, or stay somewhere else.close

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by k1bo5206 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

Really cool friendly Korean couple that cook great Korean food for brekky and supper...a little tricky to find tho, make sure you've got good directions

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by e-obrien893425 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

2

if you want to learn about asian culture. great food!

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by Elina3683 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

3

This hostekl is very strange..... Shoes off at the door, the Chinese-Korean lady dosn't speak any English or French which makes things interesting... One morning we had Tofu and Mussel soup with White bait fish as a side dish..... Too far out of Paris also. Could the streets be better?

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by markarthurson4775 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

8

Interesting place. Breakfast and dinner included. Very cheap price. In the Paris suburbs, about a 10 minute walk from Villejuif metro station (end of line 7). Inconvenient location, but great value. The one owner speaks no English or French though. Curfew not always enforced (if a large group...

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by matthaw368 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

3

the only good thing about this place is the korean breakfast. the curfew is strictly enforced - the owner even kicked me off the computer and made me go to bed at 1am. there are much better deals than this in paris. very disappointing

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by Alanafmacw – posted on Sep 30, 2008

1

it was ok; the woman didn't speak endlish or french, but all in all it's ok. cheap possibility to sleep but nothing special.

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by monikaburtscher4765 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

1

The hostel was a great value - 23 for a dorm bed (4 prs room), breakfast and dinner and free internet! Unfortunately it was quite far out of the center with a 12:30 curfew so it shortened my nights out in the city. Also, the manager seemed almost to discourage people hanging out together, so it... more The hostel was a great value - 23 for a dorm bed (4 prs room), breakfast and dinner and free internet! Unfortunately it was quite far out of the center with a 12:30 curfew so it shortened my nights out in the city. Also, the manager seemed almost to discourage people hanging out together, so it took some work to get things happening socially. I would definitely recommend the place and I would stay here again for sure!close

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by yourbuddhaboy9191 – posted on Sep 26, 2008

1

Great place to stay. Won't hesitate next time I'm in Paris. My friend thinks different but of the hostels that I've stayed at, this ranks at the top.

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by jackliu2817 – posted on Sep 23, 2008

1

This is not your average youth hostel. But if you can get over the cultural differences, the unconventional setting, and the Korean breakfast, you'll realize that this is a great place to meet fun people and the friendly owners/staff.

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by willf247842 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

1

is good for oriental people. spicy breakfast it was to much for me

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by sebalan82 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

1

a WONDERFUL experience! Not for someone just traveling in and out of Paris in one or two days. Spend 4 or 5 and get to know the Koreans, have fun with chopsticks and the food, and enjoy!

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by shoupster7158734 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

2

namdemun is situated quite far from the city center and the next metro station is about 10-15 minutes. but the people there are very nice. for non-koreans its takes a time to accomodate to the food, especially koran breakfast, but it's very good. if you want to stay longer in the city than curfew... more namdemun is situated quite far from the city center and the next metro station is about 10-15 minutes. but the people there are very nice. for non-koreans its takes a time to accomodate to the food, especially koran breakfast, but it's very good. if you want to stay longer in the city than curfew time, you can get the key for 5€ deposit.close

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by tobiasried6722 – posted on Aug 3, 2008

2

Very hospitable and fun, but a little dirty. However, it is difficult to find a hostel with brakfast and dinner at 23€ so...

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by andreadamico781821 – posted on Jul 30, 2008

1

its small and funny little korean world

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by RokGrd – posted on Jul 30, 2008

2

It was an experience. We didn't have a common language, but the Korean people made me feel welcomed.

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by elevra5622 – posted on Jul 30, 2008

1

I stayed for 3 nights. The host are very friendly. Simple and nice place to stay. Enjoyed the Korean Breakfast and Dinner. Thank you!

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by isaachia237 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

1

Strange guesthouse, but not in a bad way. Its a Korean run house with fairly strict rules. If you speak Korean im sure it would be best. Food was intersteing, always some funky Korean food happening there. Location isnt good. It takes about 20min at least to get to downtown Paris. Staff are... more Strange guesthouse, but not in a bad way. Its a Korean run house with fairly strict rules. If you speak Korean im sure it would be best. Food was intersteing, always some funky Korean food happening there. Location isnt good. It takes about 20min at least to get to downtown Paris. Staff are somewhat friendly... as long as your not coming in after their curfew. I would say stay there if you like asian culture :)close

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by chicka-1361155 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

2

The location is crazy, from the hostel to the middle of the city is 35 to 40 minutes, to the eifel tower is roughly an hour. With a 12.30am lockout, if you want to see the Eifel tower after dark you can only stay there for at most 1 hour, because you have to leave by 11.15pm in order to make it... more The location is crazy, from the hostel to the middle of the city is 35 to 40 minutes, to the eifel tower is roughly an hour. With a 12.30am lockout, if you want to see the Eifel tower after dark you can only stay there for at most 1 hour, because you have to leave by 11.15pm in order to make it back to the hostel before lockout. Felt very unwelcome in the hostel and the location is also in a very dodgy area - 5 cars in the street had been broken into the morning i arrived. Do not stay here.close

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by humani – posted on Jul 28, 2008

18

really cool cultural experience. i would only have to call the location poor if you miss the last metro out there. there's also a night bus (number 15), so you won't be screwed, it just takes a long time. the food was excellent, the family was friendly. added to our trip very nicely.

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by careybo – posted on Jul 26, 2008

2

I really enjoyed this hotel, and its food! The woman speaks only Korean, but if you help out, she'll really appreciate it! it's not for party people though.

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by e-lamontca – posted on Jul 22, 2008

1

Felt like staying in the military camp. No using of the shower room strictly after 12 midnight, even to the extend of brushing teeth in the bathroom - there is no basin in the toilet. Hostel is quite a distance from metro station. Will recommend this only if you are on low budget and don't intend...

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by octupus08287 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

A nice place to stay if you want some peace and quiet away from the city. It's on a good metro line, but it is the last stop and takes a good while to walk (about 10-15 minutes) from the station to the house. Typical Korean food for breakfast and dinner. Friendly hosts. The directions they...

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by Danma – posted on Jul 18, 2008

1

This hostel was definitely an experience! It was really interesting to stay with so many Korean people and eat Korean food. All of the people I met here were so nice.

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by ashleyream3334 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

6

It´s located on the last stop on one of the metro lines, so it takes a good 30 minutes to get into the city. Which makes it very hard to go out at night since the metro stops at 12:00pm and there is only one bus that goes near there. The included dinner was delicious (all korean food) though.... more It´s located on the last stop on one of the metro lines, so it takes a good 30 minutes to get into the city. Which makes it very hard to go out at night since the metro stops at 12:00pm and there is only one bus that goes near there. The included dinner was delicious (all korean food) though. Overall, if you´re trying to save money in Paris this is a place to look at, but you may want to pay a little more and be in the city.close

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by meshi73490 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

16

very nice people, only bad thing was that it was so far away - like 20 metro stops from the city center. free korean food was nice though.

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by zingspeed272520 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

5

It's good ghesthouse..near subway and the staff is relly nice!!!Breakfast and dinner korean is free!!!

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by elise6837 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

6

bit of a trek from paris, if u want a cheap bed stay here

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by tomcat88 – posted on Jul 7, 2008

12

There are no smoke alarms, which is not right and there is some exposed wires in the bathrooms

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by richardwoolcock6985 – posted on Jul 4, 2008

4

very far out of the city, but i am somewhat bitter because i missed the last train home one night and had to walk over 2.5 hours to get home. guy speaks very very little english, but is quite nice. roomates from australia were the only thing i really enjoyed

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by dbrummert1582 – posted on Jul 4, 2008

9

Very good way to save money, staff were really nice but the food choice is very limited to only Korean Food.

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by sadevagu7544 – posted on Jun 28, 2008

1

Recommended. Korean dinner & breakfast included. Not super-convenient, but close enough to metro, unless you want to be out later than 1am (they will try to work with you, though). Staff helpful, friendly, but language barrier exists (English spoken, but Korean & Chinese better):... more Recommended. Korean dinner & breakfast included. Not super-convenient, but close enough to metro, unless you want to be out later than 1am (they will try to work with you, though). Staff helpful, friendly, but language barrier exists (English spoken, but Korean & Chinese better): repetition sometimes necessary. Place is clean, fun, interesting, but occasionally a bit noisy. C'était assez bon pour moi, en considerant le prix.close

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by ScaryTheDave – posted on Jun 26, 2008

3

This hostel is really hard to find, so if you are female and arriving late at night be careful. But the hostel itself is clean and safe. It's a nice, cheap option for Paris...but definitely a cultural experience.

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by aeluper351 – posted on Jun 26, 2008

2

A hostel run by a korean family. It gave a feeling of a home. Facilities are fine and breakfest and dinner are korean are amazing and included. Some times it,s hard to comunicate as only the man speaks english and french. Had a great time.

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by arjenwolffram3499 – posted on Jun 22, 2008

3

Far away from everything, hard to find,

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by bsabin3042 – posted on Jun 20, 2008

8

Be prepared to stay in the same room as approximately 8 people. Also the walls are paper thin andyou can hear everything!!!

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by stellawork7945586 – posted on Jun 20, 2008

11

Sketchy part of town. The owner didn't even know French or English. Let me repeat... she didn't speak the NATIVE LANGUAGE OR THE MOST POPULAR LANGUAGE IN THE WORLD. I think she was Korean or something. I was too weirded out to stay there... I grabbed my stuff and bolted out of the door at the...

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by gregoryjhopkins – posted on Jun 19, 2008

5

There's no 'beautiful garden'; beds are quite hard (although I did 'borrow a matress off another unoccupied bed which made things ok); shower was powerful; very difficult to find (basically, it's the house with the South Korean flat in one of the windows and press the middle door bell to gain... more There's no 'beautiful garden'; beds are quite hard (although I did 'borrow a matress off another unoccupied bed which made things ok); shower was powerful; very difficult to find (basically, it's the house with the South Korean flat in one of the windows and press the middle door bell to gain attention; not much in the surrounding area; OK price for service. Also, booking direct means only €20 per evening (it's advertised in hostel world at €23).close

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by shaggydabbydo01867 – posted on Jun 17, 2008

3