Best Hostels in Seoul

Tommy's other job is in the quarantine and disinfection service company. We are doing our best to ensure hygiene and cleanliness. Newly renovated in March 2018, Hostel Tommy Renewal 2025 is located within a 3-minute walk from Exit 7 of Jongno 3-ga Subway Station (Line 1, 3 and 5). It offers both dormitory-style and private guestrooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the shared lounge and make use of the computers there. A simple free breakfast of toast, cereals, jam and coffee is available daily. All rooms are fitted with both heating and air conditioning. Dormitory rooms have private lockers and shared bathroom facilities. Private rooms have a flat-screen TV, sofa and a private bathroom. Luggage can be stored at the 24-hour front desk. Fax and photocopying facilities are also available. Hostel Tommy Renewal 2025 is a 1-minute walk from Ikseon-dong, a 9-minute walk from the art galleries and Korean restaurants on Insa-dong Culture Street. The property is also within a 2-minute drive from Changdeokgung Palace and a 10-minute drive from Myeong-dong and Namdaemun shopping areas. You can go to Seoul National University Hospital in 10 minutes by taking bus number 12 right in front of HostelTommy.

- "Excellent" - "Home away from home" - "The staff are very kind and room clean" - "Highly recommended" - "Tommy is great! Nice hostel." - "Lovely, would come back again!" - "Cozy and welcoming" - "It’s very chill, I recommend without hesitation for people who’re looking a convivial hostel" - "Perfect days while in Seoul" - "Highly recommend, cleanliness, and comfort!" - "Would stay there again - definitely recommend!"

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, near Gwanghwamun
A rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area, and express check-out are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a convenience store, and a garden are onsite.
Weekly housekeeping is available.
Hostel Korea 11th - Changdeokgung offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 13-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

- "Nice hotel for price" - "The rooms were nice and the front desk receptionist was an absolute help, soo kind, soo friendly. Used the laundry service and clothes came back in our rooms well washed and folded. The fridge was useful and air-conditioning bliss. Overall good stay would stay again. " - "The area is very good, convenient close to metrostations and airport bus, restaurant, shops and palaces. Room is simple and clean. But noisy, you can hear the neighbours In The rooms next to you, Talking, going to toilet and closing doors. "

Hostel Korea – Changdeokgung provides comfortable rooms in Seoul and is just a 5-minute walk from Anguk (Line 3) and Jongno 3-ga (Line 5) subway stations. There are free wireless internet hotspots around the hostel. The hostel is located about 1.6 mi from Myeongdong and Namdaemun. Changdeokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum of Korea are both located a 5-minute walk of the hostel. Hostel Korea Changdeokgung’s rooms are fully air conditioned and feature spacious and homely interiors. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV, heating facilities and a private bathroom. For meals, guests can sample local delicacies and other Asian dishes at Insadong, located a 3-minute walk of the hostel.

- "The best place to stay in Seoul." - "Very convenient location, cozy clean room, very friendly and helpful staff." - "Excellent location with amazing staff" - "Simple but great" - "It was a highly recommend stay for the location alone" - "Excellent location with easy access to temples restaurants and transport." - "Great, convenient" - "Basic, clean accomodation in a great location. Friendly staff." - "Perfect location with fair price"

Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a snack bar/deli and a rooftop terrace. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Hostel Tommy offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature slippers and hair dryers. This Seoul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

- "This hostel is in a great area. The beds were comfortable and the rooms quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The whole place was clean and welcoming. It was a great stay." - "The hotel location is really great, walkable from the stations and famous attractions such as palaces. There are also convenient stores nearby, and one is right next to the hotel. Tommy and staff are really kind and helpful. The room was also warm and comfortable."

U Stay Hostel is a recently renovated apartment in Seoul near Dongdaemun Market. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Jongmyo Shrine is 1.6 miles away, and Changgyeonggung Palace is 1.6 miles from the apartment. At the apartment complex, the units have a desk. There's a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with slippers, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. Gwangjang Market is 1.2 miles from the apartment, while Bangsan Market is one mile away. Gimpo International Airport is 13 miles from the property.

- "Great spot for solo traveller!" - "We love it! Nice place <3" - "Thank you Mr. Park for being so kind and responsive :)" - "Lovely longer term accom next to everything you need in a really cool well connected suburb. The hotel manager was aweso" - "Good stay and value for money." - "Comfortable in general" - "this is very good and clean" - "Perfect for simple inexpensive stay if only the place was cleaner."

Winter getaway with restaurant
Hit the slopes and relax with OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae's amenities, which include a restaurant and complimentary wired internet access.
Limited housekeeping is available.
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae offers 30 accommodations with tablet computers and washers/dryers. 30-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and first-run movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include computers and phones; local and international calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "If you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel, I recommend OPPA Hostel. Richard is a wonderful host and he goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable as much as possible. The room was clean and I had enough space to reorganize my luggage before I checked out. The washroom is a shower, toilet and sink combined, not ideal but you get used to it. The location is convenient and pretty quiet at night (4 min walk to Sinchon station). Would definitely return when I come back to Seoul."

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, Dongdaemun Karrot Hostel is a 4-minute walk from Dongdaemun Market. Among the facilities at this property are an elevator and full-day security, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests. Overlooking the city, rooms in this guest house are accessible via private entrance and comprised of a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower and slippers. At the guest house, units come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Gwangjang Market, Bangsan Market, and Jongmyo Shrine. Gimpo International Airport is 12 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "AMAZING, If you're not looking for opulence!" - "Overall consider ok"

Hostel connected to a shopping center in Seoul
A microwave in a common area, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff assistance are available at this smoke-free hostel.
Limited housekeeping is available.
Dongdaemun Hwashin Hostel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "This hostel is located very convenient area." - "This was a perfect place to stay for me and my friend. It is the best stop to be as you are close to train stations and attractions by taxi. The staff are very friendly and inviting. The rooms are extremely clean, warm, homely and cosy. I would definitely stay here again whenever I go to Seoul. " - "Convenient location and good choice for the price!" - "Room was, clean, owner was cool, right neer the subway"

Seoulite Inn Myeongdong Formerly - Step Inn Myeongdong 2 features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in the Jung-gu district of Seoul. This 2-star hostel offers a shared lounge and a concierge service. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Myeongdong Cathedral, Myeongdong Station and Jongmyo Shrine. Gimpo International Airport is 12 miles from the property.

- "We had a nice stay. The place was compact but it had the essentials. This was not my first time staying at this accommod" - "Central location" - "great value with easy access to interesting spots" - "Good location, poor experience" - "I wouldn’t stay again"

Hostel in Seoul with free breakfast
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance.
Housekeeping is available on request.
K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1 offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and shared/communal kitchens. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

- "Whenever I come back to Seoul , I would love to stay here again. The only negative thing is no elevator so if you have a lot of big luggages probably consider about it." - "thank you" - "Easy access to shoping area. Convenient location." - "I arrived at the hostel at night and left in early morning. I didn’t met any hostel person but no problem to stay one night because they prepared all for my stay." - "Bathroom was super small. If you take a shower, full of water in the bathroom. And sink also small, so I couldn’t wash my face. But the location is very good. Very close to the station and many shops, convenience stores and restaurants."

Conveniently located in the center of Seoul, Hostel CLEO Seoul Hongdae is within a 4-minute walk of Hongik University Station and 0.9 miles of Hongik University. With a shared lounge, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the hostel have a city view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Ewha Women’s University is 1.8 miles from Hostel CLEO Seoul Hongdae, while Seoul Station is 3.1 miles away. Gimpo International Airport is 8.1 miles from the property.

- "Convenient and quiet" - "I’d love to stay here again :)" - "Decent budget hotel in Hongdae area Seoul" - "You’re paying mainly for the location and the size of the room is best for solo travellers."

Hostel connected to a shopping center in Seoul
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in a common area are onsite.
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Seoul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply).

- "This hotel was perfect. The location is ideal if you would like to enjoy the night market or do some shopping. The location has so much within walking distance. We knew the rooms would be small, but it worked well for our family of four and our kids loved their spaces. The staff was really the best part. Both at check in and check out. The staff was phenomenal. They spoke wonderful english and were incredibly helpful. Our flight came in late, and they texted to make sure we knew how to check in if arriving late. They were great about letting us store our luggage as well the next day for our late flight home. "

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong is located in the center of Seoul, a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Cathedral. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a tour desk and free WiFi. The hostel features family rooms. Guest rooms at the hostel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a shower and slippers. Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong provides certain units with city views, and every room is equipped with a coffee machine. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Myeongdong Station, Jongmyo Shrine and Bangsan Market. Gimpo International Airport is 12 miles away.

- "Now it is one of my favorite places. I will definitely come back here again ☺️ I believe the hotel has a very bright fut" - "Absolutely loved it, already booked to come back." - "Great it provided a clean comfortable base for my time in Seoul." - "Great location" - "Good experience. I enjoy my holiday at this place." - "Great location" - "Nice place to stay central in Seoul" - "Great hostel at incredible location"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and free WiFi, as well as an LED TV and air conditioning. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a hair dryer, towels, and slippers.

- "Cheap, great location, the street can be a little noisy but not too bad." - "Everything ok" - "Easy checkin and checkout. Location was perfect for food, shopping and transport. Free use of washer, dryer, international adapters as well as kitchen facilities make it a very convenient and enjoyable stay for our family of 5" - "Great staff and assistance. Location is perfect. Walkable to transport, shops and namsan cable car" - "The host was very friendly and accomdating, the location was great as it was away from the centre and close enough to walk. "

Half rest hostel Jongno Insa has accommodations in Seoul near Gwangjang Market and Myeongdong Station. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a 8-minute walk from Jongmyo Shrine. All rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. At the hostel the rooms have a seating area. Popular points of interest near Half rest hostel Jongno Insa include Changdeokgung Palace, Myeongdong Cathedral and Jogyesa Temple. Gimpo International Airport is 12 miles from the property.

- "Super convenient and clean stay." - "Amazing stay" - "Great location, clean and quiet stay in the heart of Seoul" - "Stylish new hostel with great location, modern vibes!" - "Clean, comfortable and convenient." - "Clean, nice, good location, polite staff, free coffee, great price" - "Perfect location for travellers" - "Will be my go to in Seoul from now on!" - "Cozy and comfortable" - "Good Enough but not Great!"

Hostel in Seoul, near Hongik University
Concierge services, a computer station, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, barbecue grills, a TV in a common area, and ATM/banking services are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel offers 9 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Seoul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

- "I have stayed in the female shared room here a couple times now and both times I cannot fault anything. " - "Incredible location!" - "Overall it was a pleasant stay. Never met the host in person but she responded by text. Only two suggestions - i) better to change the door passcode every time with a new guest, for guest's security, ii) improve the water heater condition so water can be hotter." - "You do get what you paid for. If you’re coming during the winter This is kind of a far walk from HONG DAE ST. Almost 20 min. Thankfully it was just me in my room and i could lock it from inside. Otherwise there could of been someone on the other bed. Shared restroom with another room. Poor lighting and feel weird going to the restroom, so many hairs from other people. I don’t think i would stay here again, I rather pay a little more for a more convenient location. "

Conveniently located an 8-minute walk from Myeongdong shopping district, Beewon Guest House offers dormitory and western-style rooms with heating and hairdryers. A common kitchen and lounge is available at the property. Beewon is 1640 feet from Jongno 3-Ga Subway Station (Line 5) and Anguk Station (Line 3). Insadong Cultural Street is less than a 10-minute walk away. Beewon’s cozy, air-conditioned rooms offer a TV. Private bathrooms with toiletries can be enjoyed in selected rooms. A fridge is available in certain rooms. Guests can relax at the guest house’s lounge, which offers a computer and TV. Light meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is equipped with a microwave oven and toaster. Free laundry and a water purifier are provided in the guest house.

- "Cleanliness, very helpful staff and great location. Highly recommended" - "We have a very good stay at the guesthouse. The owner is helpful and generous." - "Value for money."

Central Seoul hostel connected to a shopping center, 9-minute walk to Jogyesa Temple
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has laundry facilities and a computer station. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a convenience store, a communal living room, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
Hostel Haru offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Close to Cheonggyecheon Stream which is a very peaceful place in the bustling city. Many food options outside and close to transport. Property was clean and the fresh towels and bottled water were also very good. Staff are responsive to any enquires when you email them. Very happy with my stay. " - "The shared bathroom was big and modern. I loved the fact that the beds had curtains for some privacy. It was modern and fresh and I'd highly recommend it for other travellers looking for a good place to stay at"

Ideally located in the center of Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5 has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi. The property is around 1.3 miles from Jogyesa Temple, 1.5 miles from Bangsan Market and 1.6 miles from Jongmyo Shrine. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a 3-minute walk from Myeongdong Station. At the hostel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5 include Myeongdong Cathedral, Namdaemun Market and Dongwha Duty Free Shop. Gimpo International Airport is 12 miles from the property.

- "Booked the place twice in a week because it's worth it. Highly recommend 💖" - "Great location and value for money!" - "All the staff are so friendly, helpful and kind!! The location is great!! Highly recommend!!" - "perfect! especially staff" - "Cozy, comfy and effective" - "A well spent stay" - "Near the shopping streets and the stations. A great place to stay in Seoul!" - "Great stay!" - "Friendly staff and great budget-friendly place to stay with great location"

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Myeongdong Street
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has concierge services and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a computer station, a TV in a common area, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

- "Had a pleasant stay in this hostel! Lobby staff were friendly and accommodating. Free breakfast in the morning were plenty and seating area was enough for the amount of people at a time. My hostel room, however, was really small, with almost not enough space for all of the girl's luggage together. We just had all our luggage lined up against the wall. The toilets and showers were in two different rooms so it was nice to have that separate space when you are showering or doing your business."