Title: J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel in Seoul, 10-minute walk to Dongdaemun Market Mall ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/1f56403f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, heated floors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/a0382704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/22e329b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/c31e50bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/42bb4f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun has plenty to offer. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSeoul-Hotels-J5-Hostel-Dongdaemun.h101225518.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSeoul-Hotels-J5-Hostel-Dongdaemun.h101225518.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C37.57261%2C127.00421&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KkUa6jvuXSSWdWC50zjOh0tIMQ8=) 30-8 Jong-ro 35-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03126 #### What's nearby - Cheonggyecheon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Gwangjang Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Dongdaemun Market Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Jongno 5-ga Station - 6 min walk - Seoul Station - 14 min drive - Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪백제정육점 - ‬1 min walk - ‪4ozday Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk - ‪불타는 곱창 - ‬1 min walk - ‪제주바다 - ‬1 min walk - ‪방아다리감자국 - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Near Dongdaemun Market Mall, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Room features All guest rooms at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun boast comforts, such as heated floors and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with heated floors and showers - LCD TVs with digital channels - Heated floors and desks ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8470000/8463500/8463478/58bd43de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hostel Chloe Jongno-gu - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Soundproof rooms 8.6 Excellent 137 reviews £23 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=8463478&PinnedHotelID=8463478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106800000/106797500/106797458/937c23c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seoul Cube Jongno Jongno-gu - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=106797458&PinnedHotelID=106797458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106640000/106631000/106630908/7792e465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOTEL DRIP&DROP, Myeongdong Myeong-dong - 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No lift ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with digital channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heated floor - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM 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 not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### 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. ### Property is also known as J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Seoul J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel/Backpacker accommodation J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul ## Frequently asked questions ### Is J5 Hostel Dongdaemun pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun? > This hostel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is J5 Hostel Dongdaemun located? > Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park and Dongdaemun Market Mall. Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Jongno 5-ga Station is 6 minutes by foot and Dongdaemun Station is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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