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H HOSTEL Itaewon

Yongsan-Gu, Seoul

Situated in Seoul and with The National Museum of Korea reachable within 3.6 km, H HOSTEL Itaewon features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

A
Ana Rita
From
Portugal
I loved the location, so alternative and trendy, very near to transports and some nightlife without being too noisy inside the hotel. I recommend and would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,410 reviews
Price from
£35.59
1 night, 2 adults

D Stay Hostel Dongdaemun

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Situated in Seoul and with Dongdaemun Market reachable within 300 metres, D Stay Hostel Dongdaemun features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

A
Angga
From
Indonesia
The facilities and location were amazing for the price. It’s less than a minute walk from Dongdaemun Station, which made getting around super convenient. The room was simple but had everything I needed, so it was perfect for just resting. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They gave great restaurant recommendations and even helped me book a Seoul city-tour bus, which made my trip much easier. The shared kitchen was also a nice touch, with free coffee, tea, and even ramen! I had such a comfortable stay, and next time I come back, I’d love to stay even longer.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
£95.79
1 night, 2 adults

DADU House

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Attractively located in Seoul, DADU House features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

M
Mariah
From
Philippines
Highly recommended stay for travellers. The staff were really friendly and accommodating. The house was big, nice, and clean! Will definitely stay here again when I go back to South Korea.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
£47.89
1 night, 2 adults

Original Backpackers

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with Dongdaemun Market reachable within 700 metres, Original Backpackers provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

l
luca
From
Italy
It's a new brand hostel The best I've ever been to Good rooms and super clean bathrooms and showers. Gorgeous kitchen and breakfast included. Staff super friendly english speaker and good position as well, just outside tube station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Price from
£58.54
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel the Camino Seoul

Guro-Gu, Seoul

Conveniently set in the Guro-Gu district of Seoul, Hostel the Camino Seoul is located less than 1 km from Gasan Digital Complex, a 10-minute walk from Gasan Digital Complex Station and 4.7 km from...

E
Elisabetta
From
Italy
The hostel is a new one, they have only just opened. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They allowed us to leave our luggage before the check-in time and when we left they helped us book a taxi to our new accommodation. The room is large and spacious and you have a view of all the buildings around you. The grounds and room are very clean and the towels are changed daily. If you don't mind the distance from the city centre and the tourist attractions, then I would definitely recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
£40.71
1 night, 2 adults

Look Home Guesthouse

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Well located in the centre of Seoul, Look Home Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
Maximilian
From
Germany
Excellent service, very friendly at the desk and quick responding to messages. Room was small but had everything i needed. Location is perfect, very close to myeongdong street. Would come again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
£48.77
1 night, 2 adults

Dream House

Mapo-Gu, Seoul

Dream House is situated an 8-minute walk from Hapjeong Station and a 10-minute walk from the urban indie street of Hongdae. It offers a semi-buffet breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

K
Katie
From
Canada
My stay at Dream House was amazing! I was there for a bit over a month (I was even able to extend my stay twice and keep my room) and I'm glad I decided to stay at Dream House. I'm a woman and was traveling alone, so I was very nervous, especially considering this was my first time traveling overseas, but the staff were very helpful and kind and I felt extremely safe at Dream House. The location is perfect, you're a 15 minute walk from Hapjeong Station (line 2), a 15 minute walk from Hongdae's main shopping area, about a 25 minute train ride from Myeongdong, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants within minutes and walking distance! When I go back to Seoul, I will 100% be staying with Dream House again, thank you so much to the staff for all their help and for taking care of me during my long stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews
Price from
£58.54
1 night, 2 adults

Nomad Stay in Hongdae

Seodaemun-Gu, Seoul

Set in Seoul and within 1.4 km of Ewha Womans University, Nomad Stay in Hongdae has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

I
INSU
From
South Korea
I had a great stay at this hostel! The location is perfect — just a short walk from the station, and since it’s right on the main street, it was really easy to find. The staff were super friendly and helpful throughout my stay. I was able to leave my luggage before check-in, which was really convenient. They also gave great recommendations for nearby restaurants. Would definitely stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
£45.50
1 night, 2 adults

Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae

Seodaemun-Gu, Seoul

Set in Seoul and with Ewha Womans University reachable within 1.2 km, Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

A
Augusto
From
Brazil
The location was really nice, we appreciated the central location and the proximity to the bus and metro station. Host was amazing, he made sure we had the most comfortable hotel experience possible.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
£26.61
1 night, 2 adults

Half rest hostel Jongno Insa

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Ideally set in the Jongno-Gu district of Seoul, Half rest hostel Jongno Insa is located less than 1 km from Changdeokgung Palace, a 14-minute walk from Myeongdong Cathedral and 700 metres from Jogyesa...

S
Shweta
From
India
Very clean and hygienic and very accessible
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
£36.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Seoul and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,173 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,429 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 711 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,937 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 582 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,410 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Seoul and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

    Set within 600 metres of Myeongdong Cathedral and 300 metres of Myeongdong Station, K-Grand Hotel Myeongdong offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

    Renovated in May 2018, Namsan Forest in Myeongdong is within a 5-minute walk of the shopping meccas of Myeongdong and Namdaemun.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

    Located in the centre of Myeongdong shopping district, STAY7 Myeongdong offers private guest rooms and property-wide WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Seoul, Cave Myeongdong offers air-conditioned rooms, a bar and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    24 Guesthouse Seoul City Hall is located across the street from Deoksugung Palace and is only a minute walk from Exit 1 of City Hall Subway Station (Line 1 and 2). Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Situated in Seoul, within 400 metres of Namdaemun Market and 1.1 km of Myeongdong Station, Must Stay Hotel Myeongdong features accommodation with a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Myeongdong Station and 700 metres of Myeongdong Cathedral, All Stay Inn Seoul offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

    Located within 500 metres of Myeongdong Station and 700 metres of Myeongdong Cathedral, MyeongDong New Stay Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

Save money on hostels in Seoul and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

    Insadong R Guesthouse is located in the historic Ikseondong district and under 100 metres from Jongno 3-ga Subway Station (Line 1, 3 and 5) and offers guest rooms with a private bathroom.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews

    Located in Seoul, 1.6 km from Seoul Station, Hostel JL in Chung-jeong provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

  • Beewon Guesthouse

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    Conveniently located an 8-minute walk from Myeongdong shopping district, Beewon Guest House offers dormitory and western-style rooms with heating and hairdryers.

  • J5 Hostel

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, J5 Hostel offers rooms in Seoul, less than 1 km from Dongdaemun Market and a 8-minute walk from Bangsan Market.

  • Manso Hostel in DDP

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Dongdaemun Market and 1.2 km of Gwangjang Market, Manso Hostel in DDP offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

  • Hostel Fellaz

    Yongsan-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Well situated in the Yongsan-Gu district of Seoul, Hostel Fellaz is located 4 km from Myeongdong Station, 4 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store and 4.1 km from Seoul Station.

  • Brown Hotel

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

    Located in Seoul, within 1.9 km of Gwangjang Market and 1.7 km of Bangsan Market, Brown Hotel features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,049 reviews

    Hostel Korea - Original is a short 300 metres from Sinseoldong Subway Station (Line 1 or 2), and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with free Wi-Fi.

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  • All Stay Hostel

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    All Stay Hostel is situated in Seoul, in the Jung-Gu district. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The hostel offers an à la carte or Asian breakfast.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,173 reviews

    57 Myeongdong Hostel is conveniently located 150 metres from Exit 5 of Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4) and offers private rooms with WiFi and city views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, Hithere City Myeongdong is set 400 metres from Myeongdong Station, less than 1 km from Namdaemun Market and a 17-minute walk from Dongwha Duty...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews

    Situated in Seoul and with Myeongdong Cathedral reachable within 600 metres, Artravel Myeongdong features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Huga Inn

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

    Ideally set in Seoul, Huga Inn features an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Space ARA

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Myeongdong Station and a 14-minute walk of Myeongdong Cathedral, Space ARA provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

    Ekonomy Hotel Myeondong Premier is situated on the famous Myeongdong Street.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, K-Grand Hostel Myeongdong is set 300 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral, less than 1 km from Namdaemun Market and 1.8 km from Jongmyo Shrine.

FAQ about hostels in Seoul

Hostels that guests love in Seoul

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  • Avg. price/night: £55.88
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,410 reviews
    Clean room, with everything you need in a compact space with all the comforts and great location. Best hostel I stayed in my entire South Korea trip
    Guest review by
    Britt
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £55.88
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,410 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in, more of a pod hotel than a hostel. Super comfortable too. Great location a short straight walk from the metro. Itaewon was a wonderful neighbourhood with plentiful availaility of vegetarian food (very hard to find in Korea)
    Guest review by
    Christopher
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £56.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews
    Me and my friends came for exchange semester a few days before our dormitory check-in so we stayed at kimstay9 hostel. The owner is so nice, she even gave us sheet masks in the end. The room is small but has everything you need, and the price is so cheap compared to other hostels. The bed even had heated bedsheet, so it was warm and cozy through the night. We really loved it here.
    Guest review by
    Selma
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,006 reviews
    It is the best hostel in Seoul. Small but perfectly formed. Each room has exactly what you need and it is super clean and safe: I stayed here twice and will always come back: the staff are lovely and the facilities are great. 10/10
    Guest review by
    Susie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £56.76
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews
    Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
    Guest review by
    Cheria
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £104.17
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
    Very nice and polite staff. Willing to help with recommendations and everything. A lot of travellers and backpackers coming to this hostel, so nice opportunity to meet new people and other cultures. Great night life location.
    Guest review by
    Milos
    Solo traveller

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