📝 Introduction to the dormitory Hello! We welcome international and exchange students looking for the perfect home in Korea through Encostay. Our accommodation is the best short-term rental studio with safety, convenient transportation, and the best academic environment. 1. 📍 Best location: School and transportation (Prime Location: University & Subway) One-minute walk from Hoegi Station: It is right in front of Hoegi Station where Line 1, Gyeongui Jungang Line, and Gyeongchun Line pass. You can move quickly and safely anywhere in Seoul. Major college 5-10 min cut: Kyung Hee Univ Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) University of Seoul (Univ. of Seoul) It's all a short walk or a bus stop away, perfect for commuting to school. 2. 💻 Perfect 'Full Options' for Students No heavy luggage, just bring one carrier! We have everything you need for your studies and life. Academic & Rest: Superfast 500Mbps 5G Wi-Fi (Free): Online classes, reports, games all without interruption! Wide desk and comfortable chair: perfect environment to focus on your studies. Free OTT & TV: Enjoy K-dramas to your heart's content with Netflix and more. A comfortable queen-size bed and a cozy sofa. Convenience of life: Kitchen: Refrigerator, microwave, wireless kettle, gas stove, all kitchenware (pot, tableware complete) Others: washer, large closet, vacuum cleaner, hairdryer, etc 3. 🔒 Safe and convenient living environment (Safe & Convenient) Security: A modern officetel building with high security, so you can live with confidence on your own. Environment: Convenience stores, marts, hospitals, banks, cheap and delicious restaurants and cafes are all located on the first floor of the building. 4. ✨ Emotional interior (Styleish Interior) It's not just a room, it's a stylish and cozy 'emotional' space. You can get comfortable and pleasant energy like home during your stay. 💡 No Deposit 🏠 House Rules Please follow the following usage rules so that you can stay comfortable and safe during your stay. 🚫 1. Never smoke indoors (No smoking indicators) Our entire building is a non-smoking area. All smoking, including vaping, is strictly prohibited indoors (including toilets). If you are caught smoking, you will be charged a special cleaning fee ($200 or KRW 200,000) along with immediate exit measures. 🤫 2. No Parties or Loud Noise Our accommodation is located in a quiet officetel building. For the neighbors, please pay special attention to noise from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Loud music, loud singing, and parties are absolutely impossible, and they can be discharged in the event of a civil complaint. 👥 3. Registered Guests Only It strictly prohibits invitations to visitors other than the specified number of people or accommodation of additional people at the time of reservation. It is the basic price per person, and an additional 100,000 won per month is added for two people. Please understand that this is a measure for safety and security. (Check the number of people entering through CCTV) ♻️ 4. Compliance with waste discharge regulations (Trash Disposal Policy) Separate collection is mandatory in Korea. Make sure to separate and discharge general waste, food waste, and recyclables. When you check-out, all the garbage generated must be discharged directly to the designated place. 🛋️ 5. Property & Furniture Care Please handle all the furniture and supplies in the accommodation with care. Prohibits damage by using tape, stickers, nails, etc. on walls or furniture. In the event of severe contamination caused by food intake from bedding or sofas, additional laundry/replacement costs will be charged. 🍳 6. Cooking and Ventilation When cooking smelly or smoky dishes, such as fish, grilling meat, or frying, make sure to turn on the kitchen hood (ventilation fan) and open the window to ventilate sufficiently. To prevent fire, be sure to turn off the power after using cooking utensils. 🐾 7. No Pets Allowed For the pleasant environment and allergy prevention of all guests, companion animals are not allowed. 💡 8. Safety & Energy Saving Please make sure that the front door is locked well when you go out. Please turn off the lights, TVs, and air conditioners (air conditioners/boilers) that are not being used. ※ Important Notice: If you violate the rules of accommodation, your contract may be terminated immediately and you may be charged extra. 🌟 Accommodation surroundings: The center of Seoul's most vibrant 'campus town'! Staying in our accommodation is not just about getting a convenient room. It's about having a special experience of enjoying the energy and perfect living infrastructure of Seoul 24 hours a day. 1. 🎓 Heart of three universities (Kyunghee University/Foreign University/City University) The accommodation is at the center of Seoul's representative 'University district' where Kyung Hee University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, and University of Seoul gather. 'Gapseongbi' Restaurant and Cafe Heaven: From cheap and delicious local restaurants considering the financial situation of international students, 'Hoegi-dong Pajeon Alley' where you can enjoy Korean culture with your friends, and SNS emotional cafes! There is no time to be bored 365 days a year. Youth and Vibrant: You can naturally mingle and interact with other students from all over the world in a lively atmosphere day and night. 2. 🚶♂️ 'Seul Se-kwon' (living area where everything is possible with slippers) It's perfectly positioned to solve everything you need in your life within a five-minute walk. 24-hour convenience store: It's located right next to you, so it's convenient whenever you're in a hurry. Mart/Shopping: There are large supermarkets, Daiso, and Olive Young within walking distance, making it very easy to shop and purchase daily necessities. Complete with essential facilities: All the necessary amenities for studying abroad, such as banks, hospitals (internal medicine, dentistry, otolaryngology, etc.), pharmacies, and post offices, are concentrated. 3. 🛡️ 'Absolute safety' given by the station area 1 minute away The most important thing for international students is 'safety'. Metropolitan Area & Boulevard Location: The accommodation is located just one minute from Exit 1 of Hoegi Station, right on the bright and spacious 'Imun-ro' Boulevard. You don't have to walk through a narrow, dark alley at all. Safe way home: On the way back from studying in the library late at night, and on the day you hang out with friends late at night, you can come home with 100% confidence. 4. 🏞️ Rest area in the city center It is also close to the natural environment where you can take a break when you are tired of studying. Hongneung Arboretum & Baebongsan: Hongneung Arboretum and Baebongsan Dulle-gil, where you can take a quiet walk and heal, are nearby, so you can enjoy the relaxation in downtown Seoul. Conclusion: It is the best home for international students, with both [university infrastructure] + [perfect living convenience] + [Safety in the metropolitan area]**. 📍 Location & Accessibility "The core of Seoul's transportation, 'Hoegi Station' is right in front of the door!" The biggest advantage of our accommodation is the **most perfect 'location'** for studying abroad in Seoul. 1. 🥇 The overwhelming 'one minute' super-station zone (1 Min to the Station) 1 minute walk from the Sessions Station: literally home as soon as you get out of the station. You don't have to worry about rainy days, snowy days, and heavy luggage days. 100% Safe Late Night: Without having to walk through a dark, narrow alley, it's located on a bright, wide boulevard, making it perfectly safe to return home late at night. 2. 🚈 Triple Subway Lines, which runs anywhere in Seoul Sessions Station is a transportation hub where three main routes meet. Line 1: Jongno, City Hall, Myeongdong, Seoul Station, and the heart of Seoul at once without transferring! Gyeongui Central Line: Fast-moving to western areas such as Hongdae and Digital Media City (DMC). Gyeongchun Line: ITX-Youth Train for convenient weekend trips to Chuncheon and Gapyeong. 3. 🎓 Major universities 'Walk to Campus' The most important commuting time for international students is dramatically reduced. Kyung Hee University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, and University of Seoul are all within a 10-minute walk or one to two stops by bus. It's the best 'academic zone' that allows you to sleep five more minutes in the morning and doesn't feel pressured to study late in the library. 4. 🚌 Convenient Bus Routes Various bus routes to various parts of Seoul are available from the bus stop right in front of the accommodation, so you can travel conveniently to places where the subway does not reach. Why the location of this accommodation is so special: For international students who are new to Seoul, **'A minute's distance'** means that they are guaranteed time-saving'** and **'Absolute Safety'** beyond mere convenience. No other attraction in Seoul (Hot Place) or your campus is the fastest and most easily connected hub.