Hostel Korea Original

1.0 star property
Start your day connected with in-room WiFi then dive into the city's rich history or take a refreshing dip in the nearby outdoor pool.

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Close to Korea University and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, Hostel Korea Original offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities, a business center, in-room WiFi. Guests can also enjoy outdoor pool access nearby, concierge services at their fingertips and tour/ticket assistance to help plan their trip.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
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About this property

Hostel Korea Original

  • Hostel near Dongdaemun Market Mall
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park is located near Hostel Korea Original, which provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • A computer station, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hostel Korea Original feature comforts such as heated floors, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and hair dryers
    • Heated floors, communal kitchens, and refrigerators

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: KRW 1000

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 6000.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: KRW 45000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: KRW 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 6000.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Korea Original have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Hostel Korea Original pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Hostel Korea Original doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for KRW 1000 (subject to availability).

Does Hostel Korea Original provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of KRW 45000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostel Korea Original located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cheonggyecheon, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, and Dongdaemun Market Mall. Myeongdong Street and Gwanghwamun are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sinseol-dong Station is only a 5-minute walk and Dongmyo Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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7.2

Good

6.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.6

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 338 reviews

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