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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.

M
Monserrat
From
Chile
The hotel was exactly like the pictures, everything was very clean and pretty, but above all, my favorite part of staying here was the staff. I accidentally booked a bed in a all male room, but they offered me to stay in a room that wasn’t prepared yet, just so I could have a place to stay. They are amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,480 reviews
Price from
US$47.77
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.

E
Eranjan
From
United Kingdom
The staff here was amazing. The guy at the front desk in the morning and kim were extra helpful. There's free Ramen and tea coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$128.56
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.

K
Klaudia
From
Poland
Really great place to stay. The self-check-in process was smooth and super intuitive – everything worked perfectly and I felt comfortable right from the start. The location is excellent, close to everything but still quiet enough to relax. The rooms were clean, well-organized, and thoughtfully designed. You can tell a lot of care went into setting this place up. A great option if you're looking for a hassle-free, comfortable stay. I’d definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
US$57.85
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...

K
Kelly
From
United Kingdom
Completely amazing pricing for all that's included, a lovely place with many essential shops around and what felt like it's own smaller town. Staff were lovely and I like to keep my room on do not disturb and they left fresh towels and bottles of water outside my room every day. It's about an hour and a half bus ride into your central places but would definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$54.64
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.

D
Devina Soetanto
From
Indonesia
It's clean. The staff (who never met) was really nice. Especially the location! Wow! So many restaurants, cafes. If i come to Seoul again, i'll stay in here again for sure! Thank you Nomad!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
US$103.81
1 night, 2 adults

Seoul Cozy Hostel

Seodaemun-Gu, Seoul

Set within less than 1 km of Ewha Womans University and 1.7 km of Hongik University Station, Seoul Cozy Hostel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

D
Dima
From
Russia
Clearness was excellent that is very important for me. Comfortable also, there are everything you need (cooler with drinking water and fridge), staff is very friendly and was always in touch on WA. Locational is nice, between subway stations Ewha Woman University and Sinchon (about 7 minutes of each).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$64.28
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.

Z
ZAFEIRATOS
From
Greece
Our first time visiting Seoul and could not have picked a better place to stay. Host was amazing. He was so kind and welcoming. He went way above and beyond with anything we needed help with. We will be going back and will be staying at the Dreaming Hostel again!Thank you!Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Price from
US$35.71
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...

R
Robert
From
United Kingdom
Rooms/beds are small, clean and private for a hostel which i like. They put on a show of making you welcome which ive never experienced in australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
Price from
US$116.99
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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews
Price from
US$89.30
1 night, 2 adults

The Road Mini Hotel

Yeongdeungpo-Gu, Seoul

The Road Mini Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Seoul. Located around 1.2 km from Yeongdeungpo Station, the hostel with free WiFi is also 4.2 km away from Gasan Digital Complex.

p
piera
From
Spain
I had a wonderful stay — the mini hotel is super comfortable and very charming, with everything you could possibly need. The owners are extremely polite and always available to help. The rooms are small but very cozy and well-equipped. The hotel is located a bit on the outskirts, but it’s perfectly connected by public transport: bus 507 stops right at the door, and the metro station is just an 8-minute walk away! There’s also a lovely little terrace that you can enjoy at any time, especially in the evening — it’s very pleasant. Congratulations to the owners! If I ever come back to Seoul, I’ll definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$70.71
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.

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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,141 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 815 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,340 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,969 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Seoul

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,480 reviews

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

  • NOMAD hostel

    Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    NOMAD hostel features air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul.

    From US$47.50 per night
  • All Stay Inn Seoul

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 480 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.

    From US$35.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 475 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.

    From US$60.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

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

    From US$32.14 per night
  • Beewon Guesthouse

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

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

    From US$63.57 per night
  • J5 Hostel

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 486 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.

    From US$35.71 per night
  • Manso Hostel in DDP

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 237 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.

    From US$46.42 per night
  • Hostel Fellaz

    Yongsan-Gu, Seoul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 102 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.

    From US$46.42 per night

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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, 192 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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,141 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 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 518 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$97.14 per night
  • Huga Inn

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews

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

    From US$127.49 per night
  • Space ARA

    Jung-Gu, Seoul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 378 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 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 254 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$299.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 749 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.

    From US$178.56 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

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

    From US$147.06 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

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

    From US$135.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews

    Set in Seoul and with Namdaemun Market reachable within 1.1 km, Aroha Guesthouse Seoul Station offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    From US$157.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Jongmyo Shrine and 700 metres of Changdeokgung Palace, Ikseon Atelier offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    From US$131.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews

    Well set in the Jongno-Gu district of Seoul, Zen Seoul Stay is located 400 metres from Jongmyo Shrine, 600 metres from Changdeokgung Palace and 1.1 km from Gwangjang Market.

    From US$105.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews

    Only a 2-minute walk from Exit 3 of Jongno 5-ga Subway Station (Line 1), Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite offers accommodation in Seoul. Free WiFi access is available throughout the entire property.

    From US$292.83 per night
  • Han Stay

    Jongno-Gu, Seoul
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Located within 500 metres of Dongdaemun Market and 1.4 km of Gwangjang Market, Han Stay provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    From US$162.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 696 reviews

    G Guesthouse Itaewon is just a 1-minute walk from Itaewon Subway Station (Line 6) and a 15-minute drive from Seoul Station.

    From US$139.81 per night

FAQ about hostels in Seoul

Hostels that guests love in Seoul

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,480 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, 1,480 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$76.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 980 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$178.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 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$76.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 980 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$139.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 696 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