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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.

N
Nicolas
From
France
Great fun boss is looking forward to the next visit.Nice owner, nice place, very convenient because shopping place around hostel. It's very near subway and the room is clean.The hostel is only five minutes from subway station and bus stop. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room has everything the backpacker need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
US$34.39
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.

j
jing
From
China
Staying at Boro was a delightful experience! The asian modern, stylish room perfectly caters to young travelers, with thoughtful design details that make life convenient. The bed was incredibly warm and spotless, offering cozy comfort after long days of exploring. While the AC was a bit too chilly (a minor drawback), the real highlight was the wonderful people I met here—friendly conversations and shared stories made the stay truly special. If you're looking for a vibrant, welcoming space with a youthful vibe, Boro is an excellent choice. Highly recommended for fellow adventurers!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$87.76
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.

C
Connie
From
Taiwan
The accomodation is good, close to the subway and airport bus. The staff is also very caring, I will choose this place next time I go to Korea.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$87.17
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, 368 reviews
Price from
US$70.19
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, 146 reviews
Price from
US$53.69
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.

C
Christine
From
Japan
Firstly, the staff/owners were very kind and held onto my luggage as I came early. In the meantime, I walked around, grabbed lunch and enjoyed the nearby shops. The accommodation is also close to Hapjeong station and is also close to all of the shopping streets. The CU nearby is also quite large and has a good array of things in comparison to other convenience stores. I was also pleasantly surprised at just how clean the place was! I sat down on the floor while I was packing my luggage (LOL). I would definitely love to come back and stay at Dream House again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 800 reviews
Price from
US$84.23
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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$104.06
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.

A
Anna
From
Austria
- comfortable rooms - nice breakfast options - great area (easy transportation options to the city center) - easy check in and check out - friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews
Price from
US$69.49
1 night, 2 adults

Slowon Hostel 슬로우온 호스텔 홍대

Mapo-Gu, Seoul

Conveniently located in the centre of Seoul, Slowon Hostel 슬로우온 호스텔 홍대 offers American breakfast and free WiFi.

E
Ekaterina
From
Finland
I really enjoyed staying at this hostel! The location is perfect, everything was very clean and thoughtfully organized. The interior is new and stylish, with all the little details well taken care of. There’s a small kitchen and a nice option to enjoy coffee in the morning — a great way to start the day. It was easy to find the hostel because the host sent me messages with photos beforehand, which really helped. Check-in was super easy, and the host was great — they sent clear messages a day before arrival, making everything hassle-free. Great value for the price! Wishing the owner lots of success with the business!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Price from
US$60.01
1 night, 2 adults

남산 명동 ecclesa

Jung-Gu, Seoul

In a prime location in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, 남산 명동 ecclesa is located 600 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral, 1.5 km from Bangsan Market and 1.8 km from Jongmyo Shrine.

韋安
From
Taiwan
Self check-in. Clean and cozy room. Good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$82.12
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.

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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 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 523 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$124.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

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

From US$134.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 664 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$113.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews

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

Cave Myeongdong

Jung-Gu, Seoul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 112 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 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 50 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$63.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 23 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.

From US$44.85 per night

NOMAD hostel

Seoul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

From US$53.34 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,099 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$268.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 491 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$137.02 per night

Huga Inn

Jung-Gu, Seoul
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

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

From US$119.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 233 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$175.21 per night

Unit M Hostel

Seoul
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

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.

From US$157.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

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

From US$144.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews

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

From US$122.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 532 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$196.24 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, 231 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.

Space ARA

Jung-Gu, Seoul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 389 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 768 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$105.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,037 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, 781 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, 1,344 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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews

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

From US$98.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,490 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5 features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi.

From US$154.19 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,545 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,545 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$74.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 978 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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,037 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$74.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 978 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$123.18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 676 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