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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a water dispenser, and a window with blinds.

1. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩53,100
₩58,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
RedRoof
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

2. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ₩84,999
₩93,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
V Stay
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a window with a city view.

3. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩120,000
₩132,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
KIMSTEL Jongno

4. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at theZip Hotel very much. It was conveniently located between 2 train stations, a 1 min walk to Sinchon Station and a 4 min walk to Sogang University Station. Plus it was a quick 15 min walk to Sogang University where my son is going to school for the semester. We were very impressed with how well maintained the property is and how convenient the shared kitchen is with all the amenities you need. And even better if you make arrangements before hand, you can drop your...
United States
Joan
The price is ₩106,364
₩117,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
THEZIP Hotel
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

5. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"チェックインアウトが多言語対応の機械で楽ちん、新しくて清潔だし広蔵広場近いしめっちゃ良かったです 次の旅行でも利用しそう"
Japan
KISARA
The price is ₩89,775
₩98,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
elim hostel
A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

6. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 reviews)
"I found a dead bedbug in the bed."
United States
Diana
The price is ₩94,536
₩103,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
A room with a bunk bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

7. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Whatever you needs for stay in Seoul. This the best place."
Canada
Trang
The price is ₩61,208
₩67,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A hallway with wooden doors, a toilet sign, and a security camera.

8. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ₩47,727
₩52,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Zen Seoul Stay
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

9. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 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 ₩90,000
₩99,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seoul101 Jongno
A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars.

10. 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 ₩78,545
₩86,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hostel Tommy
A compact room with a bed, a small bedside table, a window, and a plant.

11. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
The price is ₩122,728
₩135,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
A reception area with a glass wall, a logo, and a plant.

12. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is ₩87,273
₩96,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
A modern interior with large windows offering a city view.

13. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (9 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 ₩84,682
₩93,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Loft13 Hostel
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a wall with room numbers and a logo.

14. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

Philstay Myeongdong Metro
2.5 star property
Myeong-dong
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (128 reviews)
"Surrounded by great food and lots of shops very convenient and nice place!"
Canada
michelle
The price is ₩97,363
₩107,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

15. 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
Sep 21 - Sep 22
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A narrow hallway with a bed at the end, a large window, and a white brick wall.

16. B my guesthouse - Hostel

B my guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"Staff was nice and helpful when necessary, rooms are tight with some staining, but overall for the price I would say worth what you pay for."
United States
Lucy
The price is ₩63,479
₩69,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
B my guesthouse - Hostel
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

17. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
"Very accessible area for food, shopping and transportation. Staff is friendly and very helpful. "
United States
Paolo
The price is ₩81,859
₩90,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A modern hallway with a textured wall, a wooden door, and a small seating area with a plant.

18. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 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 ₩137,455
₩151,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
A buffet area with various food items and beverages.

19. Wegoinn Hostel

Wegoinn Hostel
2.0 star property
Sinchon-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"Good service and nice location for sight seeing. "
Japan
Noboru
The price is ₩90,000
₩99,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Wegoinn Hostel

20. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

R Guesthouse Jongmyo
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Accessible to all tourist attraction. Great location. "
Canada
Hua
The price is ₩63,636
₩70,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
R Guesthouse Jongmyo
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

8/10 Good
"The location, property, and cleanliness were excellent. I did not have breakfast, so I cannot comment on it personally, but I heard that it was very good. Some staff members were kind and professional, while others were smiling but not particularly kind, helpful or proactive. I stayed at the Lotte Hotel near City Hall two years ago and was deeply impressed by the kindness of the staff, which influenced my decision to stay at this location. Unfortunately, the level of service and hospitality here was not comparable. That said, this did not apply to every staff member, only some. I found the service at the neighboring Sofitel to be much better, although I preferred the rooms and facilities at Lotte. I also ordered in-room dining, but the food was mediocre, especially considering the high price, which was very disappointing. I do not think I would stay here again. However, for families traveling with children, this could be an excellent choice because of its convenient location, rooms, and facilities."
Yeon Ju 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Lotte Hotel World

Price trends for Hostels in Seoul

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Next month
August
January
₩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
1,072
Accommodation
214 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩52,500
Highest Price
₩151,201

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. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong - 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.
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, Alive Museum Insadong, and Seoul Museum of Art.
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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