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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light, and a sliding door leading to a closet.

1. Oasis Gwangjang Market

Oasis Gwangjang Market
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"깨끗하고 잘 관리된 객실 아직 건물내 정리되지않은 부분과 모기가 좀 많았던 부분, 작은 욕실이 조금은 아쉬웠지만 객실은 정말 아늑하고 깨끗해서 만족스러웠습니다. 주변에 추천할만한 숙소네요."
South Korea
in soo
The price is ₩130,853
₩143,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Oasis Gwangjang Market
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

2. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"受付に人がいないため荷物は預かってもらえません。 チェックアウトするまでシーツ、清掃はありません。(タオルは自分でアメニティから取る) テレビもありません。ドライヤーもありません。 寝るためだけの部屋です。"
Japan
HIDEKO
The price is ₩113,636
₩125,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Seoul101 Jongno
A minimalist bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

3. Stay Myomi Jongno

Stay Myomi Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩171,054
₩188,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay Myomi Jongno
A room with a bunk bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

4. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"A lovely, well-maintained property at a very affordable price, and close to everything in Hongdae. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for great value."
Canada
Marlen
The price is ₩60,483
₩66,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

5. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (132 reviews)
"Nice environment, location Everything is self-serviced accessed online without contact with staff"
Taiwan
Luna
The price is ₩104,808
₩115,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
A reception area with a glass wall, a logo, and a plant.

6. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is ₩98,182
₩108,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
A corridor with wooden walls, labeled sections A, B, C, and D, leading to a room with a window and a door.

7. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩45,454
₩49,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Zen Seoul Stay
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

8. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (211 reviews)
"Location was really good"
Australia
Sushant
The price is ₩101,430
₩111,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

9. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"I had a great stay at STAY BUT SEONGSU! The location was convenient, and the accommodation was comfortable for my time in Seoul. I appreciated having a place to relax after exploring the city. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Seongsu area. Thank you for your hospitality!"
United States
Karima
The price is ₩106,364
₩117,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A compact room with a bed, a small bedside table, a window, and a plant.

10. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Great hotel, we had a double economy room and it was tight but all we needed for our stay! Air conditioner was great, super cold which we need. Free breakfast and PERFECT location."
United States
Angelina
The price is ₩118,636
₩130,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
A modern hotel room with two single beds, a small table with a vase, and a large window.

11. Haechi Stay

Haechi Stay
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"교통편이 편리하고 청결하며 직원분들도 그렇고 다 친절하세요. 캐리어들고 한층올라가야하는것만 빼면 청결과 내부공간도 꽤넓어서 정말 좋았습니다 다음에 또 이용할 것 같습니다"
South Korea
nari
The price is ₩127,636
₩140,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Haechi Stay
A modern hallway with light-colored walls and a tiled floor, leading to a door with a black handle.

12. Hi Seoul Hostel Myungdong West

Hi Seoul Hostel Myungdong West
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
The price is ₩171,818
₩189,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hi Seoul Hostel Myungdong West
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette with a fridge, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

13. Hub82

Hub82
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
The price is ₩85,455
₩94,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Hub82
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, various kitchen appliances, and neatly arranged utensils.

14. Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong

Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (36 reviews)
"Great location, friendly place to stay"
United States
Malcolm
The price is ₩39,943
₩43,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

15. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Good for solo travellers who are staying in Seoul only 1-2 nighta. Room was clean and neat and it is very near some cafes and the station but not noisy at all. Fuss free check-in/check-out, but note that there are no staff manning the place."
United States
shu bin
The price is ₩117,273
₩149,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Upflo Hostel
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

16. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ₩80,000
₩88,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
V Stay
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

17. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
The price is ₩71,591
₩78,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

18. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"so good!!"
United States
TAKAHIRO
The price is ₩89,775
₩98,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
elim hostel
Interior

19. Wasabi House Gangnam

Wasabi House Gangnam
1.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
The price is ₩24,676
₩74,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Wasabi House Gangnam
A narrow, tiled corridor with a wooden slatted ceiling and a metal railing on one side.

20. THAT House - Hostel

THAT House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Flood toilet was awful. Yellow toilet paper on the bathroom floor with poop. Noisy Chinese people talk the phone, snore, hit the bed. It’s the first time I went to third country then maybe it’s normal in Asia. But, I will never back."
United States
Kohei
The price is ₩45,818
₩60,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
THAT House - Hostel
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome"
Ronald 7-night trip
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Price trends for Hostels in Seoul

Less expensive
More expensive
Next month
August
January
₩69,254
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
495
Accommodation
224 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩43,937
Highest Price
₩189,000

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: Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an elevator, as well as multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong - 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.
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 189 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, Myeongdong Theater, and Alive Museum Insadong.
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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