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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

Exterior

1. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Loft13 Hostel! It was an excellent value for the price. The hostel was very clean, and everything was well maintained. The highlight of my stay was definitely the staff—they were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything I needed. I also really appreciated having access to the washer and dryer, which was so convenient during my trip. As a bonus, the city views from the windows were beautiful, especially at night. I would definitely stay here...
United States
Jasmin
The price is ₩88,364
₩97,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Loft13 Hostel
Lobby

2. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
The price is ₩98,182
₩108,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Family Quadruple Room

3. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"美味しいレストランも近いし、明洞も歩いて行けるしとても良かった！また、泊まりたい！"
Japan
Marui
The price is ₩95,455
₩105,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Seoul101 Jongno
Reception

4. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is ₩87,273
₩96,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Lobby lounge

5. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Super room, location and facilities. Worked really well with the kitchen and breakfast in common area. Only minus was that noise in the room from boiler and pipes."
Denmark
Mikkjal Sune
The price is ₩133,554
₩146,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

6. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4 reviews)
"공간이 좁고, 세면대가 물이 잘 빠지지 않는 단점이 있었다."
South Korea
Hyung Jin
The price is ₩89,775
₩98,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
elim hostel
Sundeck

7. Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
2.5 star property
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is ₩76,641
₩84,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Exterior

8. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (118 reviews)
"I found a dead bedbug in the bed."
United States
Diana
The price is ₩95,321
₩104,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Standard Double Room, City View | In-room safe, WiFi (free)

9. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩57,000
₩62,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
RedRoof
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free)

10. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We had a wonderdul time! The place was beautiful and cozy with extra amenities which we were very grateful for! Thank you!"
United States
Kieu
The price is ₩98,182
₩108,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
THEZIP Hotel
Exterior

11. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ₩75,001
₩82,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
V Stay
1. Mini Single Room | Street view

12. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
3.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"Overall experience was very good. Staff are very friendly and accommodating especially the owner Mr. Tommy and Mr. Chad. Perfect location geographically and walking distance to top destinations. I would recommend this place for everyone who wants to visit and experience South Korea."
United States
Peter
The price is ₩68,728
₩75,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Hostel Tommy
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

13. SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN

SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1 review)
"잘관리되어 쾌적힙니다 다음에 또 이용하고 싶어요"
South Korea
yoosung
The price is ₩111,272
₩122,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN
Deluxe Twin Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Host is incredibly kind and friendly. Place was quiet and clean and in a convenient spot to nearby shops and stores. "
United States
Rachel
The price is ₩69,254
₩76,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
Staircase

15. Stitches House - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Room was clean and check in/out was convenient. Good AC, WiFi, and hot water."
United States
chris
The price is ₩53,100
₩58,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Stitches House - Hostel
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

16. ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno

ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"숙소가 너무 깨끗하고 깔끔해서 기분 좋게 1박하고 왔습니다. 식기류를 쓰지는 않았지만 모두 새거 같더라구요. 여기 묵으시는 분들이 다같이 아껴줘서 늘 지금 같은 컨디션을 유지하길 바라는 마음입니다:)"
South Korea
JEONGA
The price is ₩197,273
₩217,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
Free daily continental breakfast

17. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Great place everything new and well organized We working in reception so friendly I will always book my next trip when i visit to seoul "
Canada
davut
The price is ₩71,591
₩78,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
H HOSTEL Itaewon
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. B my guesthouse - Hostel

B my guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"great location since it's pretty close to the train and buses + close to the myeongdong shopping area. everything was also well maintained and clean."
Canada
Gian Carlo
The price is ₩63,603
₩69,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
B my guesthouse - Hostel
City view from property

19. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (198 reviews)
"Very accessible area for food, shopping and transportation. Staff is friendly and very helpful. "
United States
Paolo
The price is ₩96,809
₩106,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
Family Triple Room, City View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

20. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩120,000
₩132,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
KIMSTEL Jongno
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Price trends for Hostels in Seoul

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This month
Next month
August
January
₩68,591
₩73,348
Month
Price
January
₩77,273
February
₩72,727
March
₩75,580
April
₩74,852
May
₩74,664
June
₩71,893
July
₩68,753
August
₩68,591
September
₩73,348
October
₩70,364
November
₩69,254
December
₩75,512
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in Seoul.

Find out more about Seoul

Seoul Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,193
Accommodation
214 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩58,410
Highest Price
₩217,000

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Seoul?
By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Seoul?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an elevator, and multilingual staff. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as an elevator. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Seoul?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Seoul, one of Expedia's 181 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Seoul?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 33°F. The rainiest months in Seoul are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Seoul?
Generally, Seoul is known for its museums, temples, and monuments. Major attractions include Myeongdong Street, Namdaemun Market, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Get out into nature with places like Namsan Mountain Park, Seoullo 7017, and Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park. Cultural attractions include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Seoul Museum of Art, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.
What's the best way to get to and around Seoul while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Seoul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. An alternative is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), located 30.5 mi (49.2 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Euljiro 1-ga Station, Jonggak Station, and City Hall Station. Train stations including Seoul Station and Haengsin Station make it easy to check out more of the surrounding area.

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