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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

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1. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
STAY BUT SEONGSU
Family Triple Room, City View | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

2. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
KIMSTEL Jongno
Reception

3. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (250 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Exterior

4. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is £39
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
V Stay
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

5. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Mostly everything was good, just the smell of a garbage can on the 4th floor was bad. I guess somebody of guest couldn't separate trash well."
Japan
Eri
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
elim hostel
Exterior

6. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10 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 £36
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Loft13 Hostel
Family Quadruple Room

7. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"施設自体はそれなりに綺麗です。 トイレとシャワーが完全にセットで、シャワーを浴びるとトイレットペーパーはびしょ濡れになります。 ポットがありません。 セルフチェックインはかなり簡単でした。"
Japan
yuhi
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Seoul101 Jongno
1. Mini Single Room | Street view

8. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
3.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 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 £36
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hostel Tommy
Exterior detail

9. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is £23
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Zen Seoul Stay
Family Double or Twin Room | Dining

10. LaSeoul Stay Jongno

LaSeoul Stay Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
LaSeoul Stay Jongno
Deluxe Twin Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

11. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"The property was super clean. I stayed there for 5 nights and it was amazing staying there. The host was super friendly and helpful, If I ever next time visiting Seoul this will be my first choice."
Singapore
Nupur
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
Breakfast area

12. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is £25
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
RedRoof
Lobby lounge

13. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14 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 £75
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
Free WiFi, bed sheets

14. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Café

15. 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 £48
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Wegoinn Hostel
Exterior

16. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

R Guesthouse Jongmyo
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Had a clean room and A/C was amazing. Staff was helpful when I reached out and upon arrival."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is £26
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
R Guesthouse Jongmyo
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi

17. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 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 £56
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
THEZIP Hotel
Exterior

18. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"Easy check-in process by scanning QR code in lobby. Uses we code for lift access/building security. Provided us with water when we arrived to our room. Two of us stayed in a room with a bunk bed, was comfortable. Clean communal areas with a few food options such as ramen to buy in kitchen areas. Very easy access to DDP subway station for getting around the city."
United Kingdom
Helena
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Blackout curtains, free WiFi

19. ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno

ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"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 £88
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
Exterior detail

20. Stay Together in Seoul

Stay Together in Seoul
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay Together in Seoul
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent
"The accommodation was excellent"
JIHUN 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

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Seoul Hostels information

Number of reviews
667
Accommodation
213 Hostels
Lowest Price
£23
Highest Price
£104

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Seoul?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for sightseeing 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 exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Seoul?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a lift. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a lift, as well as multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong - 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Seoul?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Seoul, one of Expedia's 187 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 experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 1°C. The rainiest months in Seoul are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 243 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Seoul?
Overall, 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 such as Namsan Mountain Park, Seoullo 7017 and Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park. Cultural attractions include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Alive Museum Insadong 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 Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. An alternative is Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.), situated 30.5 mi (49.2 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. You can take advantage of metro transport at Euljiro 1-ga Station, Jonggak Station and City Hall Station. Train stations including Seoul Station and Haengsin Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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