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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.

L
Lilly
From
South Korea
Got the deluxe single. It was great. The staff is also very friendly. The hotel is also about an 8 minute walk from the Itaewon subway station in line 6.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,666 reviews
Price from
US$46.37
1 night, 2 adults

Unit M Hostel

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Unit M Hostel provides rooms with free WiFi in Seoul, conveniently situated 600 metres from Myeongdong Station and less than 1 km from Namdaemun Market.

T
Thomas
From
Germany
free instant noodles, free coffee, free use of charging cable, free hygienic articles,... didn't left any wish open. Well done. Quick reply to messages
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$94.34
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.

M
Mohammed
From
Morocco
The host was very caring! He provided us with all details we needed and offered his help several times. If customer wanna pay cash, the host let me know ATM location near hostel. The place is located near the metro station and is in proximity of many restaurants and shops. The place is proper size and very cosy. Floor heater was warm. You have access to fridge and a nice terrace. AC available. Definitely bang for buck!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$33.97
1 night, 2 adults

Boro Hanok Hostel in Myeongdong

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Ideally set in the centre of Seoul, Boro Hanok Hostel in Myeongdong offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

N
NORUL ASWIN BINTI
From
Malaysia
Love the hostel. Clean, new, host was very friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$86.68
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.

S
Savani
From
India
The best stay I’ve ever experienced so far! The owner and the staff were incredibly polite, helpful, and easy to talk to. They went above and beyond to assist me during my stay, even kindly kept my bag for two days while I traveled to Busan. I truly appreciate the warm hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
Price from
US$56.16
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...

M
Marina
From
Singapore
Spacious, new & clean. V.professional staff. Use of washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$53.04
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.

R
Reiza S
From
Indonesia
I love the location, near 2 subways, and also 10 mins walk to hongdae area. The hotel is clean and comfortable :) The staff is also helpful Will definitely back to dream house 🏠
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
Price from
US$83.19
1 night, 2 adults

Hi Seoul Hostel West

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Set within 300 metres of Myeongdong Station and 700 metres of Myeongdong Cathedral, Hi Seoul Hostel West offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

K
Kristy
From
New Zealand
Amazing staff, new, clean & good location. Good price for the area. Staff were very attentive & communicated well and in a timely manner. Would recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$82.50
1 night, 2 adults

하이 동대문 호스텔

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Ideally located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, 하이 동대문 호스텔 is located less than 1 km from Bangsan Market, a 14-minute walk from Gwangjang Market and 1.5 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store....

M
Matthew
From
Australia
- excellent location - 24/7 spa, 24/7 restaurants, huge shopping malls all nearby - great value - kind, hospitable staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$124.79
1 night, 2 adults

스테이 마루 종로 Stay Maru Jongno

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul, 1 km from Myeongdong Cathedral, 스테이 마루 종로 Stay Maru Jongno features views of the city.

J
Jake
From
United Kingdom
Convenient location, hosts were amazing, spoke very good English and couldn’t have been more helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$112.31
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Lilly
From
South Korea
Got the deluxe single. It was great. The staff is also very friendly. The hotel is also about an 8 minute walk from the Itaewon subway station in line 6.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,666 reviews
Price from
US$46.37
1 night, 2 adults

Unit M Hostel

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Unit M Hostel provides rooms with free WiFi in Seoul, conveniently situated 600 metres from Myeongdong Station and less than 1 km from Namdaemun Market.

T
Thomas
From
Germany
free instant noodles, free coffee, free use of charging cable, free hygienic articles,... didn't left any wish open. Well done. Quick reply to messages
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$94.34
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.

M
Mohammed
From
Morocco
The host was very caring! He provided us with all details we needed and offered his help several times. If customer wanna pay cash, the host let me know ATM location near hostel. The place is located near the metro station and is in proximity of many restaurants and shops. The place is proper size and very cosy. Floor heater was warm. You have access to fridge and a nice terrace. AC available. Definitely bang for buck!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$33.97
1 night, 2 adults

Boro Hanok Hostel in Myeongdong

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Ideally set in the centre of Seoul, Boro Hanok Hostel in Myeongdong offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

N
NORUL ASWIN BINTI
From
Malaysia
Love the hostel. Clean, new, host was very friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$86.68
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.

S
Savani
From
India
The best stay I’ve ever experienced so far! The owner and the staff were incredibly polite, helpful, and easy to talk to. They went above and beyond to assist me during my stay, even kindly kept my bag for two days while I traveled to Busan. I truly appreciate the warm hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
Price from
US$56.16
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...

M
Marina
From
Singapore
Spacious, new & clean. V.professional staff. Use of washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$53.04
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.

R
Reiza S
From
Indonesia
I love the location, near 2 subways, and also 10 mins walk to hongdae area. The hotel is clean and comfortable :) The staff is also helpful Will definitely back to dream house 🏠
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 805 reviews
Price from
US$83.19
1 night, 2 adults

Hi Seoul Hostel West

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Set within 300 metres of Myeongdong Station and 700 metres of Myeongdong Cathedral, Hi Seoul Hostel West offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

K
Kristy
From
New Zealand
Amazing staff, new, clean & good location. Good price for the area. Staff were very attentive & communicated well and in a timely manner. Would recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$82.50
1 night, 2 adults

하이 동대문 호스텔

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Ideally located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, 하이 동대문 호스텔 is located less than 1 km from Bangsan Market, a 14-minute walk from Gwangjang Market and 1.5 km from The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store....

M
Matthew
From
Australia
- excellent location - 24/7 spa, 24/7 restaurants, huge shopping malls all nearby - great value - kind, hospitable staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$124.79
1 night, 2 adults

스테이 마루 종로 Stay Maru Jongno

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul, 1 km from Myeongdong Cathedral, 스테이 마루 종로 Stay Maru Jongno features views of the city.

J
Jake
From
United Kingdom
Convenient location, hosts were amazing, spoke very good English and couldn’t have been more helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$112.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Save money on hostels in Seoul and nearby – budget options available

Artravel Myeongdong

Jung-Gu, Seoul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 515 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.

From US$73.49 per night

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Seoul
Budget options available

Well located in the centre of Seoul, Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

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

From US$58.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 205 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.

From US$147.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 799 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews

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

From US$86.11 per night

STAY7 Myeongdong

Jung-Gu, Seoul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

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

From US$89.78 per night

Bluedot Poshtel

Jung-Gu, Seoul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Seoul, Bluedot Poshtel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$55.46 per night

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Hi Seoul Hostel Central

Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Well set in the centre of Seoul, Hi Seoul Hostel Central provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi.

All Stay Hostel

Jung-Gu, Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

All Stay Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Seoul. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The hostel offers an à la carte or Asian breakfast.

From US$37.13 per night

Huga Inn

Jung-Gu, Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

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

From US$90.13 per night

Space ARA

Jung-Gu, Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 406 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews

Attractively located in the centre of Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 features buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 851 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of Seoul, SSH Myeongdong Dongdo Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

ARA125

Jung-Gu, Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews

Well set in the centre of Seoul, ARA125 provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Bangsan Market, Jogyesa Temple and Gwangjang Market.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews

In a prime location in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,965 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.

From US$152.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 522 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...

From US$99.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong is located in the centre of Seoul, 400 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral.

From US$97.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews

Seoulite Inn Myeongdong Formerly - Step Inn Myeongdong 2 features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul.

From US$149.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,979 reviews

Step Inn Myeongdong 1 is located in central Seoul, a couple minutes’ walk from the popular Myeongdong shopping area.

From US$149.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,234 reviews

Conveniently set in Seoul, OYO Myeongdong 5 Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$65.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

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

From US$83.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 48 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.

From US$65.86 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Seoul

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,666 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,666 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: US$66.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 934 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, 1,069 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: US$66.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
Guest review by
Cheria
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$121.67
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 645 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