Visitor Guide · Hongdae, Seoul

Foreigner-Friendly Hair Salon in Hongdae, Seoul — A Visitor's Guide

Quick answer SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae (홍대 순시키헤어) welcomes international visitors with English consultation, WhatsApp booking, global card payments and tourist tax refunds. It is near Hongik Univ. (Hongdae) Station Exit 8 and open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00–19:00.
  • English-speaking stylists
  • Hongdae Stn. Exit 8
  • Wed–Sun 10:00–19:00
  • Tax refund available
Modern Korean hair salon interior
Visitor friendly

What makes a salon foreigner-friendly?

Beyond language, it's about easy booking, clear prices, payment that works for visitors, and stylists experienced with different hair types . Our team regularly works with Asian, Western, curly and colour-treated hair, and plans services around your travel schedule.

Location

Hongdae Stn. Exit 8

Hours

Wed–Sun 10–19

Language

English

Booking

WhatsApp

Leave with your best K-beauty look

Visitors often book a Korean perm, a head spa or a fresh colour as part of their Seoul trip.

  • English consultation for every service
  • Reference photos welcome — send them on WhatsApp
  • Global payment cards and tourist tax refund
  • Complimentary drinks, Wi-Fi and charging
Before: everyday unstyled hair
After: Korean perm and styling
Illustrative before & after of a typical Korean perm and styling result.

Popular prices

Service Price Duration
Signature Cut & Polish Blow Dry 33,000–55,000 KRW approx. 50–60 min
Digital Perm From 220,000 KRW approx. 150–180 min
Basic Hair Color 170,000–230,000 KRW approx. 2–3 hours
Balayage 330,000–440,000 KRW approx. 3–4 hours
Head Spa (Basic Scaling & Cleanse) From 80,000 KRW approx. 60 min
Blowout From 33,000 KRW approx. 30 min

Prices vary with hair length, density and stylist rank. Your stylist confirms the final price before starting.

How to book and visit

  1. Message us on WhatsApp

    Send your preferred date, service and reference photos; we reply in English.
  2. Confirm your booking

    We confirm your stylist, time and an estimated price.
  3. Arrive at 8F, 164 Yanghwa-ro

    Near Hongik Univ. (Hongdae) Station Exit 8; take the lift to the 8th floor.
  4. English consultation

    Your stylist checks your hair and agrees the plan and final price.
  5. Enjoy your service

    Complimentary drinks, Wi-Fi and phone charging while you relax.
  6. Pay and tax refund

    Global cards accepted; ask about the tourist tax refund.

Tips for international guests

  • Bring or send reference photos — they explain styles better than words.
  • Tell us about previous colour, bleach or perms, even from years ago.
  • Allow extra time for colour and perms (2–5 hours).
  • Keep your passport handy if you want a tax refund.

Who looks after your hair

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SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae stylist team

Korean senior designers specialising in K-perms, colour, cuts and scalp care, with English consultation for international guests.

Content reviewed by the salon's senior stylists · Updated October 2026

Visitor FAQ

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, especially on weekends. Booking on WhatsApp is the quickest.

Can I get a tax refund?

Tourists can ask about the tax refund at payment; bring your passport.

Do you work with Western or curly hair?

Yes — stylists adapt products and techniques to every hair type.

Visit SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae (홍대 순시키헤어)

📍 8F, 164 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul — near Hongik Univ. (Hongdae) Station Exit 8

📞 +82-10-9145-7402

⏰ Wed–Sun 10:00–19:00 · Closed Mon & Tue

💬 English consultation · Global cards accepted · Tax refund for tourists