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H HOSTEL Itaewon

Yongsan-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with National Museum of Korea reachable within 2.2 miles, H HOSTEL Itaewon has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

T
Thomas
From
Japan
This location is super great! The station is a short walk away with many cafes and eateries nearby! The check-in check-out times were very flexible too! My flight got delayed by a few hours and I was still able to make it in!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,435 reviews
Price from
$48.05
1 night, 2 adults

D Stay Hostel Dongdaemun

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with Dongdaemun Market reachable within a 3-minute walk, D Stay Hostel Dongdaemun has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

L
Lora
From
Germany
The location was excellent, the room was small but very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Price from
$129.32
1 night, 2 adults

DADU House

Jung-Gu, Seoul

Ideally set in Seoul, DADU House has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

M
Michael
From
South Korea
The location of the facility was very convenient. It has a very accessible location from the subway stations. The hygiene overall of the facility was great! The rooms were clean, the staff were friendly as well. I think if I'm visiting Korea again, I would book this place again. Recommended for fellow visitors!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Price from
$58.20
1 night, 2 adults

Original Backpackers

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with Dongdaemun Market reachable within a 8-minute walk, Original Backpackers provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

h
hope
From
Singapore
Rooms and showers were clean. Host used whatsapp to check in conveniently and recommend things to do in Korea.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
$79.03
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel the Camino Seoul

Guro-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul, within a 10-minute walk of Gasan Digital Complex and 0.6 miles of Gasan Digital Complex Station, Hostel the Camino Seoul provides accommodations with a shared lounge.

L
Lucie
From
France
Everything was clean and really comfortable. The staff was really nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
$54.96
1 night, 2 adults

Dream House

Mapo-Gu, Seoul

Dream House is located 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.

S
Skylar
From
United States
Great stay! Friendly staff and clean, comfortable room 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 777 reviews
Price from
$86.22
1 night, 2 adults

Nomad Stay in Hongdae

Seodaemun-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and within a 16-minute walk of Ewha Women’s University, Nomad Stay in Hongdae has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

S
Scott
From
United States
It was in a very convenient location and very clean. And the staff are incredible!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
$61.43
1 night, 2 adults

Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae

Seodaemun-Gu, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with Ewha Women’s University reachable within a 14-minute walk, Dreaming Hostel Sinchon Hongdae provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

G
Gabriela
From
Australia
I had a lovely short stay at dreaming hostel at the end of my trip. The room was clean and comfortable, and the owner was friendly. The location is great, with just minutes walking distance from restaurants, cafes, and the train station. Reccommend to budget-minded individuals!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
$35.92
1 night, 2 adults

Half rest hostel Jongno Insa

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Half rest hostel Jongno Insa has accommodations in Seoul near Gwangjang Market and Myeongdong Station. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

P
Price
From
South Korea
The property is brand new, immaculate, in the heart of Jongno-gu and close to 3 subway stations and has free cup noodles in the lower level cafeteria. They also have two brand new washers and dryers that are $3 USD/2 hours - very reasonable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
$48.28
1 night, 2 adults

Stayone Jongno

Jongno-Gu, Seoul

Located within a 6-minute walk of Jongmyo Shrine and half a mile of Changdeokgung Palace, Stayone Jongno has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$107.77
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

Most booked hostels in Seoul and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,156 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,022 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 713 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,950 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,435 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Seoul and nearby

  • All Stay Hostel

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

    All Stay Hostel is located in Seoul, in the Jung-gu district. The property has 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 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

    Well situated in the Jung-gu district of Seoul, Hithere City Myeongdong is located a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, half a mile from Namdaemun Market and a 17-minute walk from Dongwha Duty...

    From $173.51 per night
  • Huga Inn

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Ideally located in Seoul, Huga Inn has an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Dongwha Duty Free Shop, Jogyesa Temple and Seoul Station.

    From $122.14 per night
  • Space ARA

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 11-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, Space ARA provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

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

    From $64.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 752 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, K-Grand Hostel Myeongdong is set 984 feet from Myeongdong Cathedral, less than 0.6 mi from Namdaemun Market and 1.1 mi from Jongmyo Shrine.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,012 reviews

    Attractively located in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 has a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

    Located conveniently in Seoul, SSH Myeongdong Dongdo Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 673 reviews

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

    From $74.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    24 Guest house 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).

    From $64.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Located in Seoul, within a 5-minute walk of Namdaemun Market and 0.7 miles of Myeongdong Station, Must Stay Hotel Myeongdong has accommodations with a terrace.

    From $49.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    K-POP Residence Seoul Tower is located just a minute’s walk from Exit 4 of Hoehyeon Subway Station (Line 4). It offers free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $49.57 per night
  • All Stay Inn Seoul

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews

    Located in the center of Seoul, a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, All Stay Inn Seoul has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From $35.92 per night
  • Life In Insa

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 8-minute walk from Jongmyo Shrine, Life In Insa has air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

    From $75.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews

    Insadong R Guest house is located in the historic Ikseondong district and under 328 feet from Jongno 3-ga Subway Station (Line 1, 3 and 5) and offers guest rooms with a private bathroom.

    From $50.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 701 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 18-minute walk from Seoul Station, Hostel JL in Chung-jeong provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From $32.33 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,156 reviews

    57 Myeongdong Hostel is conveniently located 492 feet from Exit 5 of Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4) and offers private rooms with WiFi and city views.

    From $211.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews

    Located in Seoul and with Myeongdong Cathedral reachable within a 7-minute walk, Artravel Myeongdong has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From $119.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Myeongdong Station and half a mile of Namdaemun Market, K-Grand Hotel Myeongdong has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    From $150.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

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

    From $147.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews

    Bluedot Poshtel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Seoul. Well located in the Jung-gu district, this hostel has a bar, as well as a sauna.

    From $126.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong is located in the center of Seoul, a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Cathedral.

    From $100.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Well situated in Seoul, Cave Myeongdong provides air-conditioned rooms, a bar and free WiFi.

    From $136.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

    Located within a 6-minute walk of Myeongdong Station and half a mile of Myeongdong Cathedral, MyeongDong New Stay Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    From $136.51 per night

FAQ about hostels in Seoul

Hostels that guests love in Seoul

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  • Avg. price/night: $75.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,435 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $75.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,435 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $76.64
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 975 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,012 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $76.64
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 975 reviews
    Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
    Guest review by
    Cheria
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $126.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 707 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 traveler
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