Key takeaways
If you are visiting as a foreign patient: language support varies from clinic to clinic, and nothing in the source data confirms English-speaking staff at any of these five clinics, so confirm by phone or on the clinic's own booking page before you travel. Booking is usually by phone and some clinics may also take online reservations, so have your child's age, symptoms and current medications ready, and carry your passport or alien registration card. If finding an English-speaking clinic in Hongdae-ipgu Station, Korea is your priority, ask on the call whether anyone can consult in English.
If pediatric care information is your first priority near Hongdae-ipgu Station, start with 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic Hongdae), which Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) data lists with one Korean medicine pediatric specialist and Korean medicine pediatrics as a registered treatment area. By review volume, 누베베한의원 is the largest with 7,842 Naver reviews, followed by 이로울한의원 (Iroul Korean Medicine Clinic) with 3,004 Naver and 669 Kakao reviews. Note, however, that neither clinic's review count covers pediatric care alone, and neither guarantees pediatric experience or that a child of a given age can be treated. Confirm directly with the clinic before your visit.
홍대 끗 한의원 (Hongdae Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic) also includes Korean medicine pediatrics among its HIRA-registered treatment areas. The only Kakao ratings available in the provided data are 4.6 for 홍대 끗, 4 for 누베베 and 5 for 이로울, and ratings and reviews alone make it hard to judge whether a clinic is a good fit for your child's care.
How we analysed
According to the data-collection summary, the analysis crawled 14,148 Naver Place visitor reviews, 1,035 Kakao Map reviews and HIRA registration data. The average Kakao Map rating of the five clinics selected was given as 4.5. Below, review counts are listed separately for Naver and Kakao for each clinic, and "total reviews" is the sum of the two platforms. Blog reviews were excluded from the totals. Individual Naver ratings were not provided, so the table shows "Not available" for them. Google review counts were all recorded as 0, so the Google ratings shown should be treated as reference only.
홍대 끗 한의원 (Hongdae Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic)
Why it is included: Korean medicine pediatrics is among its HIRA-registered treatment areas. The number of Korean medicine doctors is not in the provided data, so it needs separate confirmation. Its Kakao rating is 4.6, with 497 Naver reviews and 64 Kakao reviews. Reviews mention friendly service, explanations, facilities and the waiting experience, but none were confirmed to be about pediatric care.
"The staff are kind and the prices aren't a burden, so I keep coming back. Love it." (DH5112, 26 October 2026, Naver review)
"Friendly, and I was seen without waiting. The facilities are clean and nice, they explain things well, and parking is convenient too." (엘리스81, 25 October 2026, Naver review)
Location and access: 서울 마포구 양화로 162, 4층 401호 (162 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 4th floor, suite 401), listed as 163 m from Exit 8 of Hongdae-ipgu Station. Hours are Mon–Fri 10:30–20:30 and Sat–Sun 10:00–18:00. Lunch hours were not provided, so check before you visit.
Before you visit — practical tips: Booking and parking are listed under amenities, but how to book and the parking conditions are not in the data. It is worth calling ahead (0507-1468-8880) to ask whether pediatric care is available, whether a booking is required, and what the parking terms are. The fact that Korean medicine pediatrics is registered as a treatment area does not by itself confirm that a particular symptom or age group can be treated. The clinic's website, blog and Instagram addresses are also provided.
Pediatric care: It is confirmed that Korean medicine pediatrics is included in the registered treatment areas. The number of staff dedicated to children, the ages treated, pediatric clinic hours and the details of pediatric care are not in the provided data and need to be asked about.
누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic Hongdae)
Why it is included: The provided HIRA data lists one Korean medicine pediatric specialist, one Korean medicine internal medicine specialist, and treatment areas that include Korean medicine pediatrics. Of the five clinics, this is the one with explicit pediatric specialist information. It has 7,842 Naver reviews and 25 Kakao reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4. Reviews cover all treatment areas and do not equal the number of pediatric reviews.
"Booked with director 최가혜 and went straight in with no wait. I was seen by director 최가혜 today and she was kind and gave me confidence, so I trusted her. I came after a lot of worrying and I think I came to the right place. Counsellor 정현빈 handled all the consultation after treatment and explained everything in an easy, friendly way — thank you." (bas****, 27 October 2026, Naver review)
"I consulted director 김지민, who was kind and gave detailed explanations, which I liked." (까분다또, 26 October 2026, Naver review)
Location and access: 서울 마포구 양화로 125, 경남관광빌딩 3층 (125 Yanghwa-ro, Gyeongnam Gwangwang Building, 3rd floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul), 291 m from Exit 1 of Hongdae-ipgu Station. Hours are listed as Mon and Fri 09:30–19:30, Wed 10:00–19:30, and Tue and Sat 09:30–15:00. Thursday and lunch hours are not shown in the provided data.
Before you visit — practical tips: Amenity information was not provided, so check parking, waiting space and how to book by phone (02-338-0036). If you want pediatric care, it is practical to ask first about the pediatric specialist's clinic schedule and whether a first-visit booking is possible. The clinic's website, blog and Instagram addresses are provided.
Pediatric care: One Korean medicine pediatric specialist and the registration of that treatment area are confirmed. Whether a specific childhood condition can be treated, the ages seen and the booking procedure are not separately stated, so you need to check with the clinic directly.
간편한의원 (Ganpyeon Korean Medicine Clinic)
Why it is included: 1,966 Naver reviews and 42 Kakao reviews are provided. Ratings, the number of HIRA-registered Korean medicine doctors and treatment areas are not in the data. Pediatric suitability or specialist status therefore cannot be judged from this data alone. Visitor reviews describe symptom explanations, herbal medicine consultations and explanations given before treatment, but none were confirmed to be pediatric reviews.
"My period pain is severe, so every month is hard. I worried about it and visited, and the director organised my symptoms one by one and explained them, which was good." (bee****, 23 October 2026, Naver review)
"I had a lot of questions about herbal medicine and the director answered each one kindly. They didn't push me to take it for a long time, which made me trust them more." (abc1****, 21 October 2026, Naver review)
Location and access: 서울 마포구 양화로 105, 2층 (105 Yanghwa-ro, 2nd floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul), listed as 391 m from Exit 2 of Hapjeong Station. Hours are Tue, Thu, Fri and Mon 10:00–20:00, Wed 10:00–19:30, and Sat–Sun 10:00–17:00. Lunch hours were not provided.
Before you visit — practical tips: Booking, parking, Wi-Fi and separate men's and women's toilets are listed as amenities. Check the booking method and parking conditions by phone (0507-1376-7075). If you are looking for pediatric care, ask first whether Korean medicine pediatrics is offered and who the treating practitioner is. The website and blog addresses in the provided data appear to be the same blog address.
Pediatric care: No pediatric treatment area or practitioner information was provided. Pediatric care cannot be assumed, so confirmation before visiting is needed.
로담한의원 홍대 (Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic Hongdae)
Why it is included: 839 Naver reviews and 235 Kakao reviews were provided, and the Google rating is listed as 5. However, the Google review count is 0. The number of HIRA-registered Korean medicine doctors and the treatment areas were not provided. The actual reviews deal with scar and skin treatment experiences, and no pediatric content was confirmed.
"Had a scar treatment near my nose from director 강찬훈. Very kind and thorough!!! The clinic is clean and the consultation is detailed." (k13, 17 October 2026, Naver review)
"I was treated by director 정상우 for flat warts. He looked at everything very carefully, which I was satisfied with. For a skin procedure it mattered to me whether they were meticulous, and having it done myself, I could feel that they paid attention." (싸가지 극혐론자, 1 October 2026, Naver review)
Location and access: 서울 마포구 양화로 165, 상진빌딩 6층 (165 Yanghwa-ro, Sangjin Building, 6th floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul), listed as 24 m from Exit 2 of Hongdae-ipgu Station. Hours are Mon and Tue 10:00–19:00, Thu 14:00–21:00, Fri 10:00–21:00, and Sat 10:00–17:00. Wednesday, Sunday and lunch hours were not provided.
Before you visit — practical tips: Booking, a waiting area and parking are listed as amenities. Check the booking method and parking conditions by phone (0507-1394-4775). The reviews provided focus on skin procedures, so if you are looking for pediatric care, ask first whether it is offered and whether there are age restrictions.
Pediatric care: The provided data contains no Korean medicine pediatrics treatment area or pediatric specialist information. It is not confirmed that pediatric care is offered, so this clinic is not presented as a pediatric clinic candidate.
이로울한의원 (Iroul Korean Medicine Clinic)
Why it is included: 3,004 Naver reviews and 669 Kakao reviews, with a Kakao rating listed as 5. The number of HIRA-registered Korean medicine doctors and the treatment areas are not in the provided data. Reviews describe pain treatment and service experiences, but no pediatric reviews or treatment-area information were confirmed.
"Booked for pain treatment and went straight in with no wait. Director 장인영 is really good. Yesterday I got a stiff neck and it went down into my lower back, and after treatment it was so much better." (whi****, 27 October 2026, Naver review)
"Booked for pain treatment and went straight in with no wait. My shoulder and trapezius have been hurting lately, so I came on a friend's recommendation for a first visit! The director explained everything very precisely and was kind, which I liked. Treatment was comfortable too — very satisfying." (ann****, 24 October 2026, Naver review)
Location and access: 서울 마포구 양화로 133, 서교타워 4층 (133 Yanghwa-ro, Seogyo Tower, 4th floor, Mapo-gu, Seoul), 213 m from Exit 1 of Hongdae-ipgu Station. Hours are Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 and Sat 10:00–14:00. Sunday and lunch hours were not provided.
Before you visit — practical tips: Booking, a waiting area, parking and simple payment are listed as amenities, but the detailed terms are not in the data. Check booking and parking by phone (0507-1333-3189), and if you want pediatric care, ask whether it is available and who would be treating your child.
Pediatric care: The provided data contains no pediatric treatment area or pediatric specialist information. Do not judge pediatric suitability from the Kakao rating and review count alone — check directly in advance.
At a glance
Individual Naver ratings were not provided. Total reviews are the sum of Naver and Kakao reviews, and treatment areas and practitioner details follow the provided HIRA data.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Korean medicine doctors and treatment areas | Location | Strengths and points to check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 홍대 끗 한의원 (Hongdae Kkeut) | Not available | 4.6 | 5 (0 reviews) | 561 | Number of doctors not available. 8 treatment areas including Korean medicine pediatrics | 163 m from Exit 8, Hongdae-ipgu Station | Pediatrics registered; booking and parking listed |
| 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Hongdae) | Not available | 4 | 5 (0 reviews) | 7,867 | 1 internal Korean medicine specialist, 1 pediatric Korean medicine specialist. 8 treatment areas | 291 m from Exit 1, Hongdae-ipgu Station | Pediatric specialist information available |
| 간편한의원 (Ganpyeon) | Not available | Not available | Not available (0 reviews) | 2,008 | Not available | 391 m from Exit 2, Hapjeong Station | Booking and parking listed; ask about pediatric care |
| 로담한의원 홍대 (Rodam Hongdae) | Not available | Not available | 5 (0 reviews) | 1,074 | Not available | 24 m from Exit 2, Hongdae-ipgu Station | Very close to a station exit; ask about pediatric care |
| 이로울한의원 (Iroul) | Not available | 5 | 5 (0 reviews) | 3,673 | Not available | 213 m from Exit 1, Hongdae-ipgu Station | Booking and parking listed; ask about pediatric care |
Checklist for choosing a pediatric Korean medicine clinic
- Korean medicine pediatrics as a registered treatment area — check whether the HIRA registration includes that treatment area.
- Who treats children — ask directly which practitioner handles pediatric care and whether they are a specialist.
- Ages treated — check whether the clinic can treat your child's age group, from infants and toddlers to older children.
- What the consultation covers and how it runs — ask what information is taken at a first consultation and whether a guardian must come along.
- How to book — check whether booking is by phone or online, and whether walk-ins are accepted.
- Clinic schedule — check which days and times pediatric care is available and whether the clinic opens on public holidays.
- Cost information — ask about expected costs for consultation, tests and prescriptions, and about payment methods, before you visit.
- Parking and getting there — check whether parking is available, the cost and conditions, and the walking route from the station.
- Current medication and health information — prepare your child's existing treatment and medication details for the consultation, and ask the clinic what it needs from you.
Warning signs to watch for
- When treatment areas and practitioner information cannot be checked: do not assume what is missing from the data — confirm directly whether pediatric care is offered and who provides it.
- Claims that guarantee results or state outcomes as certain: if you hear a treatment result promised as certain, ask enough questions about the evidence, the treatment plan and the alternatives.
- When costs and treatment details are not explained clearly: confirm expected costs, the number of sessions and the procedure before starting, and ask again about anything you do not understand.
- Being pressed to decide without a proper consultation: make sure there is time to explain your child's condition and your questions as a guardian, and get the information you need to decide.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start when looking for a pediatric Korean medicine clinic near Hongdae-ipgu Station?
Based on the provided data, 누베베한의원 홍대 lists one Korean medicine pediatric specialist and Korean medicine pediatrics as a treatment area. 홍대 끗 한의원 also includes Korean medicine pediatrics among its treatment areas. Check the ages actually treated and the schedule with the clinic.
Which clinic has the most reviews?
Adding the Naver and Kakao review counts provided, 누베베한의원 홍대 is the largest with 7,867. This figure is not limited to pediatric reviews, and a high review count does not indicate treatment outcomes or pediatric suitability.
Can I compare Naver ratings across the five clinics?
Individual Naver ratings were not provided in the collected data. Naver review counts and Kakao ratings can be checked, but they are different measures and should be read separately.
Should I choose a clinic for pediatric care based on a high Kakao rating?
A rating is only a reference based on user reviews and does not directly show whether a clinic is suitable for pediatric care. Check the Korean medicine pediatrics treatment area, the practitioner in charge, and whether the clinic treats your child's age group.
What should I ask by phone before visiting?
It is practical to ask whether pediatric care is available, who the practitioner is, whether your child's age can be treated, how to book, the relevant clinic hours, and the parking conditions. Each clinic's phone number is listed in the clinic sections above.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation near Hongdae-ipgu Station?
The provided data does not state which languages are spoken at any of the five clinics, so we cannot confirm English-speaking staff or an international patient desk at any of them. Call the clinic directly using the number in its section above and ask whether an English-speaking doctor or interpreter is available, whether a Korean-speaking companion may interpret, and how to book. If English support is essential, treat it as something to verify rather than assume.
Final thoughts
When comparing pediatric Korean medicine clinics near Hongdae-ipgu Station, do not rely on review counts and ratings alone. It matters to check whether Korean medicine pediatrics is registered, who the treating practitioner is, and whether the clinic can treat your child's age group. In the provided information, 누베베한의원 홍대 lists one Korean medicine pediatric specialist, and 홍대 끗 한의원 has Korean medicine pediatrics registered as a treatment area. For the other clinics, no pediatric information was provided, so you need to ask directly.
This article summarises the provided reviews, institutional registration data and clinic information, and is not medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Whether a clinic offers a given service and its opening hours can change, so check with the clinic before you visit. Last updated: 2026-10-27