Where is the address of Wonjin Plastic Surgery in South Korea? Wonjin is located on the 12th floor of the PAGODA building. The route from the surgery site to the hotel is fully disclosed.
I am planning to fly to South Korea for plastic surgery, and what scares me the most is not the surgery itself, but rather… “Where exactly is the hospital? How do I get there after landing from the plane? And how can I return to my hotel after the surgery?”
I specifically made a trip to Wonjin Plastic Surgery this time. I walked along the address, the subway route, and every possible path to get back to the hotel after the surgery. I am making all this information public.
Where exactly is Wonjin Plastic Surgery located? Let’s get the address clear once and for all.
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To conclude, Wonjin Plastic Surgery is located on floors 12 to 18 of the PAGODA building at 419 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, covering a total of 7 floors.
Many people search for “Wonjin Apgujeong” because Wonjin indeed started his business in Apgujeong in 1999. However, after the expansion in 2002, the company moved to its current location in the PAGODA building. If you search on search engines today, you will still find a lot of outdated information referring to “Apgujeong Station.”
Correct address (use this for direct navigation):
- 📍 In Chinese: 12-18 floors, PAGODA Building, 419 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- 📍 In Korean: 419 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Pagoda Tower
- 📍 English: 419, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Simply enter “419 Gangnam-daero” or “PAGODA Tower Seoul” in your phone’s navigation app to get an accurate location. There’s no need to remember the administrative address “1306-6, Seocho 4-dong” – that’s only for postal purposes.
Step-by-step guide for the walking route from Exit 10 of Gangnam Station to the PAGODA Building
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This is the most important part of all. I actually timed it myself: it takes about 5 minutes to walk from Exit 10 of Gangnam Station to the 12th floor of the PAGODA building where Wonjin is located, and there’s no need to cross any roads along the way.
🚇 Step-by-step walking route
Step 1: Exit 10. Gangnam Station has a
total of 12 exits, and Exit 10 is the one closest to the PAGODA building. Once you exit the station, you will see Starbucks on your left and GS25 convenience store ahead on your right. Don’t hesitate—just head straight down Gangnam-daero.
Step 2: Walk straight along Gangnam-daero for approximately 300 meters. This section
of the road is very easy to walk on, with wide sidewalks flanked by high-rise buildings. After walking for about 2 minutes, you will come to a large crossroads with zebra crossings and pedestrian signal lights. Cross the road and then continue walking straight ahead.
Step 3: The PAGODA building is located about 1 minute further
on the right. You will see a building with clear glass facades, and there is a prominent sign reading “PAGODA TOWER” on the ground floor. That’s it!
Step 4: Enter the building and take the elevator to the 12th floor. Af
ter entering the building, tell the security guard that you are going to “Wonjin Plastic Surgery,” and he will tell you where the elevator is. Take the elevator to the 12th floor, and you will arrive at Wonjin’s reception area.
⏱️ Time record (based on my actual meas
urements):
Exit 10 → Walk to the ground level: Approximately 1 minut
e
Walk straight along Gangnam-daero: Approximately 2
minutes
Find the entrance to the PAGODA building: Approximately 1 minut
e
Take the elevator to the 12th floor: Approximately
1 minute
Total time: Approximately 5 minutes (excluding the time spent finding the way)
Post-surgery route to the hotel: Choose from 3 available routes.
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After undergoing a complete plastic surgery procedure (especially procedures related to the facial contours, eyes, or nose), the last thing you want is to wander lost on the streets of Seoul while feeling exhausted. I have prepared 3 routes to help you get back to your hotel; just choose one based on the location of your hotel.
Route 1️⃣: Walk back to the hotel (hotels in the vicinity of Gangnam Station)
If your hotel is within 500 meters of Gangnam Station (several hotels will be recommended later), you can walk back slowly after the procedure without having to take the subway or any other vehicle.
Suitable for: Patients who have undergone outpatient surgeries that do not require hospitalization, such as Double eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, or minor liposuction, and who are conscious and able to walk on their own after the procedure.
Precautions when walking:
- 🚫 Avoid looking down at your phone: In the first three days after the procedure, blood circulation in the head is more active, so looking down can exacerbate swelling.
- 🚫 Don’t walk too fast: Walk at a slow pace, about 60-80 steps per minute, to give your body enough time to recover.
- 🚫 Avoid the peak hours: The Gangnam station is most crowded between 5 and 7 pm. It is recommended to leave the hospital between 1 and 4 pm after the procedure.
- ✅ Wear a mask and a hat: Anonymity is crucial after the procedure; make sure no passersby see the swelling on your face.
Route 2️⃣: Take a taxi back to the hotel (highly recommended!)
If your hotel is not located in the vicinity of Gangnam Station, or if you are undergoing a procedure that requires general anesthesia (such as body contouring or Breast Augmentation), it is highly recommended that you take a taxi directly back to your hotel.
How to hail a taxi:
- Ask the hospital to help you call a taxi: Wonjin has dedicated international patient coordinators who can assist you in calling a taxi (just tell them the name and phone number of your hotel).
- Use the Uber app: Uber is very popular in Seoul; simply enter the English name of your hotel to book a ride.
- Hailing a taxi on the side of the road: There is a taxi waiting area right in front of the PAGODA building, but drivers may not necessarily speak English/Chinese.
Reference for transportation costs:
- Gangnam Station → Any hotel in Gangnam District: Approximately ₩5,000-8,000 (about NT$120-190).
- Gangnam Station → Myeongdong/Dongdaemun: Approximately ₩15,000–25,000 (about NT$360–600).
- Gangnam Station → Hongdae: Approximately ₩25,000 – 35,000 (about NT$600 – 840).
💡 Important Reminder
After the procedure, when taking a taxi, be sure to write the Korean name and phone number of your hotel in the phone’s memo section for the driver to see. Many Taiwanese use the Chinese translations on Google Maps, but drivers may not understand them. Providing the Korean names directly is the most accurate way.
Route 3️⃣: Hospital-assisted hotel reservation and transportation service (top-tier service)
Wonjin’s international patient services include “assistance in booking nearby hotels + shuttle services”. If you book your appointment through BeautsGO or WeChat Hannah972 before the procedure, you can request that the hospital arrange post-operative shuttle transportation for you.
This service is suitable for:
- For someone going to South Korea for the first time and completely unfamiliar with the local transportation system…
- Those who undergo general anesthesia and need to rest in bed after the surgery.
- Those who don’t want to have to worry about “how to get back home” after the procedure.
From the 12th to the 18th floor of the PAGODA Building: Wonjin’s space configuration
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Wonjin occupies floors 12 to 18 of the PAGODA building, a total of seven floors. This is not the kind of assembly-line clinic where all functions are concentrated on one floor; instead, it features a layered, specialized design.
After my actual visit this time, I have sorted out the functions of each floor for you:
| floor | Functionality | Who is this suitable for? |
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| 12th Floor | International Patient Reception Hall, Consultation Rooms, Translation Center | Foreign patients (from Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, and Southeast Asia) |
| 13th Floor | Eye Plastic Surgery Center, Eyebrow and Eye Restoration Specialty Area | Patients who undergo Double eyelid surgery, eye repair procedures, or eyelid lift operations |
| 14th Floor | Nasal Plastic Surgery Center, Cartilage Treatment Laboratory | Patients who undergo nose augmentation or Revision rhinoplasty |
| 15th Floor | Contour Surgery Center, 3D Simulation Room | Patients who undergo procedures on the jawline, cheekbones, or to achieve a V-shaped face |
| 16th Floor | Breast Plastic Surgery Center, Autologous Fat Laboratory | Patients who undergo Breast Augmentation, breast reduction, or autologous fat Breast Augmentation |
| 17th Floor | Anti-aging and Stretching Center, Non-surgical Treatment Area | Patients who have undergone facelifts, HIFU treatments, or Thread Lifting procedures |
| 18th Floor | Post-operative recovery room, VIP International lounge, nutrition consultation services | All patients who require postoperative monitoring |
Why is this tiered approach so beneficial? The recove
ry needs of patients who undergo eye procedures and those who have contouring treatments are completely different. Patients who have had eye surgery can walk around immediately after the procedure, while those who have undergone contouring treatments need to rest in bed. This tiered design ensures that patients with different types of treatments do not interfere with each other, and it also provides better privacy protection (after all, you wouldn’t want to run into someone you know in the waiting area, would you?).
Recommended hotels in the vicinity: Staying in these hotels after the procedure is the most convenient option.
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Within 500 meters of Wonjin’s location, there are several four-star hotels. I have selected 3 of the most suitable ones for post-operative recovery:
🏨 Recommendation 1: Novotel Ambassador Gangnam
Distance from the hospital: Approximately 6 minutes on foot (abou
t 500 meters)
Star rating: ★★★★★☆ (Four-sta
r rating)
Post-operative suitability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Full score)
Why it’s highly recommended:
- It is located the closest to Wonjin; it takes less than 10 minutes to walk back after the procedure.
- The rooms are large enough (averaging over 35 square meters), so there is sufficient space if you need to lie down for an extended period after the procedure.
- Room service and dining are available 24 hours a day. In the first three days after the procedure, it is not recommended to go out for meals; you can order food to be delivered to your room instead.
- The staff at the counter speak Chinese (since many Chinese tourists stay here), so communication is no issue at all.
Price reference: Approximately NT$180,000 to $250,000 per night (equivalent to around NT$4,300 to $6,000).
🏨 Recommendation 2: Seoul Garden Hotel
Distance from the hospital: Approximately 8 minutes on foot (about
650 meters)
Star rating: ★★★★★☆ (Four-star
rating)
Post-operative suitability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Feature: The price is approximately 20% lower than that of Novotel. The rooms come equipped with a small kitchen, allowing you to easily prepare porridge or heat up some soup (a light diet is recommended after the procedure).
Price reference: Approximately ₩140,000 to 200,000 per night (equivalent to around 3,300 to 4,800 Taiwanese dollars).
🏨 Recommendation 3: Tree House Gangnam
Distance from the hospital: Approximately 10 minutes on foot (about 800 me
ters)
Star rating: ★★★☆☆ (Three-star rating, but with brand-new
facilities)
Post-operative suitability: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Feature: The best value for money, ideal for patients with limited budgets. The rooms are equipped with humidifiers (as moist air is essential for post-surgery recovery), and the hotel offers free airport shuttle services (subject to reservation).
Price reference: Approximately NT$90,000 to NT$130,000 per night (equivalent to approximately CNY 2,100 to CNY 3,100).
💡 Tips for Booking a Room
1. When booking, mention “post-operative recovery” in the notes. The hotel may upgrade your room or provide additional services such as a humidifier or extra
pillows.
2. Prefer rooms on higher floors, away from the elevator. A quiet environment is essential for post-operat
ive recovery.
3. Make sure the hotel has a 24-hour front desk. In case of any emergency after the procedure (such as bleeding from the wound), you need to know who to contact.
Precautions upon Returning to the Hotel After Surgery (3 Important Reminders)
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This is the most valuable part of this article. I interviewed three girls who returned to Taiwan after undergoing plastic surgery in South Korea and identified three things that are often overlooked when returning to the hotel after the surgery.
⚠️ Reminder 1: After undergoing general anesthesia surgery, never take the subway by yourself.
If you undergo surgeries that require general anesthesia, such as contouring, Breast Augmentation, or liposuction throughout the body, you must rest for at least 60 minutes after the procedure before leaving the hospital. Under no circumstances should you take the subway home on your own.
Reason:
- The effects of general anesthesia might not have completely worn off yet; you could feel dizzy or nauseous on the subway.
- The first 24 hours after the procedure are a high-risk period for bleeding, and the crowded environment of the subway could potentially cause damage to the wound.
- When you don’t understand the local language and you feel uncomfortable on the subway, no one can help you.
The correct approach is to ask the hospital to call a taxi for you, or directly request the hospital’s post-operative transportation service (by making a reservation in advance).
⚠️ Reminder 2: In the first 3 days after the procedure, your hotel room will be your “recovery base”.
Many people think that “staying in a hotel is just about sleeping,” but in fact, you’ll hardly leave your room during the first three days after the procedure. Therefore, when booking a room, you need to take this into consideration:
- Room size: You will need to store post-surgery care items such as ice packs, ointments, and gauze. If the room is too small, it will be very cramped.
- Can room service be used for meals? In the first three days after the procedure, it is not possible to eat at the restaurant; you must order meals to be delivered to your room.
- Is there a refrigerator? Ice packs are needed after the procedure, so a refrigerator in the room would be very convenient for storing them.
- Whether a humidifier is used: Winter in Seoul is very dry, and the wound after the procedure needs moist air.
⚠️ Reminder 3: Be sure to keep the “24-hour Chinese consultation hotline” safe and readily available.
If you have any questions after the procedure (such as “Is this swelling normal?” or “How thick should I apply the ointment?”), don’t search online on your own – just call the hospital directly.
Wonjin provides 24-hour Chinese-language consultation services. Patients who have made appointments through BeautsGO can directly contact the Chinese-speaking coordinator. Please save this number in your phone’s home screen and also write it down on paper and place it by your hotel bed – this will ensure you can still access it in case your phone runs out of battery.
🚨 Emergency Procedures
If
any of the following symptoms occur after the procedure, please contact the hospital imm
ediately or go to the emergency room:
· The wound continues to
bleed for more than 30 minutes.
· Severe pain that cannot be
relieved by painkillers.
· A fever exceeding 38.5°C.
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Difficulty breathing or a feeling of tightness in the chest (which may be a side effect of the anesthesia).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Is Wonjin at the Apgujeong location or the Gangnam site?
A: The current Wonjin is located at Gangnam Station (419 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, PAGODA Building). When it was first established in 1999, it was indeed situated in Apgujeong, but it moved to its current address in 2002. Many old online resources still refer to it as “Apgujeong Station,” but that information dates back over 20 years.
Q: Is it easy to find the way from Exit 10 of Gangnam Station to Wonjin?
A: It’s very easy to find. After exiting exit 10, just walk straight along Gangnam-daero for about 300 meters, and you’ll reach the PAGODA building without having to turn anywhere. Moreover, there are Chinese signboards inside Gangnam Station, so even first-time visitors won’t have any trouble finding the exit.
Q: After the surgery, can I take the subway back to the hotel by myself?
A: Outpatient surgeries such as Double eyelid surgery, Rhinoplasty, or minor liposuction are feasible. However, for surgeries that require general anesthesia, such as body contouring or Breast Augmentation, it is recommended to take a taxi or ask the hospital to arrange transportation for you. Don’t save on the cost of transportation; your safety after the surgery is of utmost importance.
Q: Does Wonjin offer Chinese-language services? Can they help with booking taxis?
A: Yes. On the 12th floor, there is a dedicated coordinator for international patients who speaks Chinese and can help you book hotels, call taxis, and arrange transportation after the procedure. It is recommended to discuss these details in advance through BeautsGO or by contacting Hannah972 on WeChat.
Q: If the hotel is not located in the vicinity of Gangnam Station, how can I get back after the surgery?
A: You have two options: ① Ask Wonjin to help you call a taxi (tell them the Korean name and phone number of your hotel); ② Use the Uber app to hail a taxi. For reference, the fare from Gangnam Station to Myeongdong is approximately ₩15,000–25,000 (about NT$360–600).
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