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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

1. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Nice environment, location Everything is self-serviced accessed online without contact with staff"
Taiwan
Luna
The price is ₩88,075
₩96,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
A narrow hallway with a bed at the end, a large window, and a white brick wall.

2. B my guesthouse - Hostel

B my guesthouse - Hostel
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Our stay is good, hotel location is very convenient and walkable to shopping and street food area at myeong-dong"
Philippines
Jovito Jr
The price is ₩63,388
₩69,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
B my guesthouse - Hostel
A modern office space with a mix of seating areas, including a white sofa, a yellow sofa, and a green sofa. There are several plants, a glass coffee table, and a red chair. The room has large windows and a white reception desk with a circular wooden panel.

3. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 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 ₩126,818
₩139,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
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
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 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 ₩65,247
₩71,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A modern hotel room with two single beds, a small table with a vase, and a large window.

5. Haechi Stay

Haechi Stay
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 ₩147,272
₩161,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Haechi Stay
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

6. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
Jongno-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Very easy checkin and checkout in the centre of a great location in Jongno - accessible to great public transport, restaurants and places to see and visit. I highly recommend this place for its location. Our room was a good size for 5 night stay. Unfortunately we were only given hand towels for most of our stay for showers and bath mats - which we could get more of if we needed to. We got bath towels for 2 of our 5 nights but didn’t know why we didn’t get these the whole stay"
Australia
Moana
The price is ₩104,545
₩115,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Seoul101 Jongno
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

7. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
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 1 - Nov 2
H HOSTEL Itaewon
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
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (215 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Robert Keng Toh
The price is ₩90,515
₩99,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A reception area with a glass wall, a logo, and a plant.

9. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is ₩118,691
₩130,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a staircase, and a bench.

10. Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Beewon Guest House - Hostel
Jongno-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Close to tourist sites and shopping."
Canada
Steve
The price is ₩45,521
₩79,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, various kitchen appliances, and neatly arranged utensils.

11. Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong

Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (37 reviews)
"Great location, friendly place to stay"
United States
Malcolm
The price is ₩39,943
₩43,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong
Interior

12. Wasabi House Gangnam

Wasabi House Gangnam
Gangnam-gu
The price is ₩26,034
₩75,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Wasabi House Gangnam
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

13. elim hostel

elim hostel
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"so good!!"
United States
TAKAHIRO
The price is ₩82,080
₩90,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
elim hostel
A modern kitchen with a long counter, green bar stools, pendant lights, and a large mirror.

14. Hub82

Hub82
Seongdong-gu
The price is ₩88,500
₩97,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hub82
A hallway with wooden beams on the ceiling, a wooden floor, and a door at the end.

15. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩56,818
₩62,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Zen Seoul Stay
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

16. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (141 reviews)
"I had the best stay at Hostel Tommy - it is literally seconds away from Ikseon-dong Hanok Village (one of the coolest places as a visitor) and a 3-min walk from Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station, making it super convenient and accessible. There is a 7-eleven right next to the hostel which is such a plus. The vibe was so homey and cozy, I felt incredibly safe and taken care of as a female solo traveller. The room was so comfortable too, I almost did not want to leave my room, haha! A huge shoutout to the...
Singapore
Ann Nicole
The price is ₩74,455
₩81,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hostel Tommy
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

17. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
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 rooftop terrace with wooden flooring, metal railings, and seating areas.

18. Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is ₩75,890
₩83,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

19. V Stay

V Stay
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
The price is ₩80,000
₩88,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
V Stay
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a window with blue curtains.

20. Hause Itaewon - Hostel

Hause Itaewon - Hostel
Yongsan-gu
6.6 out of 10, (59 reviews)
"Definitely a great location, clean facilities. Good value for the price."
United States
Lane
The price is ₩36,818
₩40,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

8/10 Good
"This hotel is in a great location near two subways, about 4 - 5 min walk away. The gym and the 24 hour convenience store within the hotel are very good. Check in was easy as well as check out. Room was very clean, great to have a washing machine, drying rack and also a steaming refreshing closest which is so handy and easy to use. Would stay here again!"
Donna 8-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Price trends for Hostels in Seoul

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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
1,296
Accommodation
224 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩40,500
Highest Price
₩161,999

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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