SamSamM2’s ₩330,000 deposit gave me pause right before signing
I found a room I liked on SamSamM2, but then saw I’d need to pay a ₩330,000 deposit on top of the rental fee.
"Is it worth tying up ₩330,000 for just a few weeks?"
"Will I really get it back in full?"
SamSamM2 charges a fixed ₩330,000 deposit for every booking. On plott LIFE, you can also find rooms with no deposit.
Here’s how SamSamM2’s deposit works, plus what to look for in a deposit-free short-term rental—with real listing examples.
How SamSamM2’s ₩330,000 deposit works
Is the deposit ₩330,000 for every SamSamM2 booking?
Yes. The SamSamM2 deposit is fixed at ₩330,000, no matter which room you choose or how long you stay.
The money isn’t paid directly to the host. SamSamM2 holds it in escrow for the length of your booking.
After checkout, request a refund. You’ll get the deposit back once the host has checked the room.
Refunds take 1–3 business days for bank transfers, or up to 7 days for card payments, depending on your card issuer.
If there’s an issue with the room’s condition, some or all of the deposit may be deducted.
Source: SamSamM2 official website and terms of use (as of 2026)
How much does the ₩330,000 deposit add to your upfront cost?
Here’s what you’d need to pay upfront for a 4-week stay in a room that costs ₩300,000 per week.
For a 4-week stay | SamSamM2 (₩330,000 deposit) | No-deposit room |
|---|
4-week rent | ₩1,200,000 | ₩1,200,000 |
Deposit | ₩330,000 | ₩0 |
Total to prepare | ₩1,530,000 | ₩1,200,000 |
※ Example calculation for illustration.
Utilities and fees aren’t included. The ₩330,000 deposit is 27.5% of 4 weeks’ rent.
The shorter your stay, the larger the deposit is compared with your rent. It can feel like a lot if you’re staying for around a month.
No-deposit short-term rentals on plott LIFE
Where can I find a short-term rental with no deposit?
plott LIFE has rooms with no deposit.
Deposit terms vary by listing type, so it helps to look at the two types separately.
① Direct-managed listings
Deposits start at ₩0.
Rent includes utilities and building fees, with no extra charges. Rooms are fully furnished studios.
For stays of 7 days or more, you can book by the day.
② Individual host listings
Each host sets their own deposit, so it varies by listing.
Some rooms have no deposit; others require a set amount.
Don’t assume individual host listings have the same terms as direct-managed ones. Check the deposit on each listing first.
Source: plott LIFE official website (as of 2026)
What are the deposits on actual individual host listings?
Here are the deposits for five individual host listings in Seoul.
Location | Listing | Deposit | Weekly rent |
|---|
Gangnam-gu › Seolleung-ro 86-gil | Daechi, Gangnam — 3-min walk to Seolleung Station | ₩0 | ₩610,000 |
Gangnam-gu › Teheran-ro 22-gil | [8 mins to Yeoksam Station, 8 mins to Gangnam Station] Near two subway stations, spacious studio | ₩0 | ₩299,000 |
Yongsan-gu › Seoul Station·Huam-dong | Cozy two-room | ₩0 | ₩290,000 |
Yongsan-gu › 2-min walk to Samgakji Station | Clean and cozy home | ₩150,000 | ₩290,000 |
Yongsan-gu › 3-min walk to Namyeong·Sookmyung Women's University | Fully furnished studio | ₩150,000 | ₩330,000 |
Three of the five had no deposit. The other two required ₩150,000—less than ₩330,000.
Some individual host listings may require a higher deposit, so be sure to check the listing before booking.
Listing details were checked as of the end of September 2026.
Check the listing again to confirm availability and the current deposit.
Source: Individual host listings on plott LIFE (as of the end of September 2026)
How can I make the rental fee easier to manage?
SamSamM2 charges the full rental fee upfront and doesn’t offer installments.
On plott LIFE, you can split the rental fee into monthly payments for stays of 28 days or more.
Choose a room with a lower deposit and split your payments to make your upfront costs much more manageable.
Source: SamSamM2 and plott LIFE official websites (as of 2026)
What to check when choosing a no-deposit room
①Deposit amount
Check the listing to see whether the deposit is ₩0 or a set amount.
②Utilities and building fees
A ₩0 deposit doesn’t mean utilities and building fees are included.
Check whether they’re included in the rent or charged separately.
③Booking type
Rooms marked “Instant confirmation” are confirmed as soon as you book—no approval wait.
Not all rooms offer instant confirmation, so check the booking terms on the listing.
④Document the room’s condition on move-in day
Take photos when you move in to help avoid disputes about the room’s condition at checkout.
FAQ — No-deposit short-term rentals and SamSamM2 deposits
Q. Does every SamSamM2 booking require a ₩330,000 deposit?
A. Yes. It’s fixed at ₩330,000, regardless of the room or length of stay.
Q. When will I get my SamSamM2 deposit back?
A. Request a refund after checkout. It’ll be returned once the host has checked the room.
Bank transfer refunds take 1–3 business days. Card refunds can take up to 7 days, depending on your card issuer.
Q. Can I book on SamSamM2 without a deposit?
A. No. Every booking requires the fixed ₩330,000 deposit.
Q. Are there short-term rentals with no deposit?
A. Yes. Deposits on plott LIFE direct-managed listings start at ₩0.
Some individual host listings also have no deposit.
Q. Do individual host listings on plott LIFE also have no deposit?
A. No. Each host sets their own deposit, so it varies by listing.
As of the end of September 2026, some rooms had no deposit, while others required a set amount such as ₩150,000.
Check the listing before booking.
Q. Is there no building fee if the deposit is ₩0?
A. No. Deposits and building fees are separate.
Direct-managed listings include utilities and building fees in an all-in-one rent. These charges vary for individual host listings, so check the listing details.
If ₩330,000 feels like a lot, compare rooms with no deposit first
While you’re looking for a room on SamSamM2, check out no-deposit rooms on plott LIFE too. It could lower what you need to pay upfront.
plott LIFE — A better way to find a short-term stay
Direct-managed listings with no deposit · All-in-one rent with utilities and building fees included · Fully furnished studios · Monthly payments for stays of 28 days or more
