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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

Sun deck

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
2.5 star property
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is 1.375.714 ₫
1.513.285 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Reception

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is 1.637.603 ₫
1.801.363 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Exterior

Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 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 1.586.148 ₫
1.744.763 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Loft13 Hostel
Lobby

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
The price is 1.960.648 ₫
2.156.713 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Family Quadruple Room

Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"場所もとても便利でホテルもすぐわかりました。ホテル名で検索しても出てこないので不安でしたがちゃんとありました！笑 チェックインも機械で簡単で、アメニティも充実していてよかったです。"
Japan
ERI
The price is 1.713.437 ₫
1.884.781 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Seoul101 Jongno
Exterior

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"Very convenient with self checkin, location is good with airport bus nearby. "
Hong Kong SAR China
WAI TSZ
The price is 1.816.731 ₫
1.998.404 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"공간이 좁고, 세면대가 물이 잘 빠지지 않는 단점이 있었다."
South Korea
Hyung Jin
The price is 1.350.573 ₫
1.485.630 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
elim hostel
Exterior

V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is 1.346.265 ₫
1.480.892 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
V Stay
Lobby lounge

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 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 2.261.886 ₫
2.488.075 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi

THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 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 1.321.781 ₫
1.453.966 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
THEZIP Hotel
City view from property

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (198 reviews)
"Very accessible area for food, shopping and transportation. Staff is friendly and very helpful. "
United States
Paolo
The price is 1.489.595 ₫
1.638.555 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
Staircase

Stitches House - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Room was clean and check in/out was convenient. Good AC, WiFi, and hot water."
United States
chris
The price is 953.156 ₫
1.048.472 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stitches House - Hostel
1. Mini Single Room | Street view

Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
3.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"perfect!!!"
France
Benjamin
The price is 1.193.688 ₫
1.313.057 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hostel Tommy
Lounge

OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"Perfect stay and loved the location!"
United States
Logan
The price is 881.194 ₫
969.313 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
Deluxe Twin Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
The price is 1.243.127 ₫
1.367.440 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
Exterior

OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
2.5 star property
Sinchon-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (425 reviews)
"Great location and very close to the subway station. There are plenty of shops nearby for daily necessities. The host is very helpful with directions and recommendations. The room was comfortable and great for a good night sleep."
South Korea
kathryn
The price is 766.971 ₫
843.668 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
Free daily continental breakfast

H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Great place everything new and well organized We working in reception so friendly I will always book my next trip when i visit to seoul "
Canada
davut
The price is 1.205.567 ₫
1.326.124 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
H HOSTEL Itaewon
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

B my guesthouse - Hostel

B my guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"great location since it's pretty close to the train and buses + close to the myeongdong shopping area. everything was also well maintained and clean."
Canada
Gian Carlo
The price is 1.142.279 ₫
1.256.507 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
B my guesthouse - Hostel
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN

SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"잘관리되어 쾌적힙니다 다음에 또 이용하고 싶어요"
South Korea
yoosung
SOUNDS INN GWANGHWAMUN
Front of property

Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Good for solo travellers who are staying in Seoul only 1-2 nighta. Room was clean and neat and it is very near some cafes and the station but not noisy at all. Fuss free check-in/check-out, but note that there are no staff manning the place."
United States
shu bin
The price is 1.689.769 ₫
2.217.750 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Upflo Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed the stay in ENA, helpful staff, clean and comfortable room. Wouls recommend to any guests."
Joo Keng 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Find out more about Seoul

Seoul Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,298
Accommodation
205 Hostels
Lowest Price
843.668 ₫
Highest Price
2.488.075 ₫

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.
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 180 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, Seoul Museum of Art 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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