Title: Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa Hostel in Seoul, 3-minute walk to Insa-dong ## Photo gallery for Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa ![Superior Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/857f3805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/873ec0e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Women only (for 4 people) | Interior - Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/07e4903c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/f71bd2e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/60139ba5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Insa-dong and Gwanghwamun, Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa provides amenities such as laundry facilities. 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12 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Deluxe Twin Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/ba30371d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Laptop workspace Laundry detergent Desk - 16 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/12bed04a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Laptop workspace Laundry detergent - 14 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (for 4 people) ![Shared Dormitory, Women only (for 4 people) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/a7c7fc2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only (for 4 people) ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Heating Blackout curtains Hairdryer Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board - 18 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/996ad290.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard 2-bed Room ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/5c16338e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard 2-bed Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Deluxe 2-bed Room ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/feae1c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe 2-bed Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Rate Per Bed) ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/125000000/124999900/124999805/9f6665a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Rate Per Bed) - 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[Visit our Seoul travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seoul.dx178308) [View more Hostels in Seoul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seoul-Hostels.d178308-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.57229%2C126.98841&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uWjlWFT2AiThJY7Bgl-1O0ppq-U=) 48 Jong-ro 17-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03140 ### What's nearby - ![Insadong in the rain...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3124/3f5c5fbf-6d5c-4b79-ad0c-fcc7c248e62a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Insa-dong 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Cheonggyecheon which includes night scenes, a high-rise building and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159314/27957fe6-c30f-4bad-8915-d902db2ca80e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cheonggyecheon 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974882735/59891133-120b-4437-ab1e-cf7f7503ac14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Myeongdong Street 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080009/35b4660d-3570-421b-969b-3ef4ab2e4a80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gyeongbokgung Palace 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Traditional Korean style architecture at Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, South Korea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526920794/e45d5a27-61da-4653-9111-94a98776e9a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bukchon Hanok Village 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Jongno 3-ga Station 5 min walk - Seoul Station 12 min drive - Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - 유진식당 1 min walk - Friends 1 min walk - 종로빈대떡 1 min walk - 육쌈냉면 1 min walk - 종로진낙지 2 min walk ## About this property ### Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa Hostel near Gyeongbokgung Palace Close to Insa-dong and Gwanghwamun, Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Express check-in, luggage storage and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Slippers ### More - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Laundry detergent - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 AM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours 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 ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 only accepts cash Property Registration Number 2026-000003 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa? ### How much is parking at Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa? ### What time is check-in at Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa? ### What time is check-out at Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa? ### Where is Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---