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OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae, hotel in Seoul

OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae is located under a 5-minute walk from Exit 4 of Sinchon Subway Station (Line 2). It offers free WiFi in all areas of the hostel and guest rooms with a PC.

Room and bathroom were clean. Near a bus and train station (and airport bus) Really helpful for questions, what you can do in Seoul
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
291 reviews
Price from
£27.87
1 night, 2 adults
H HOSTEL Itaewon, hotel in Seoul

Situated in Seoul and with The National Museum of Korea reachable within 3.6 km, H HOSTEL Itaewon features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Very good ! Seoul best hotel
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
968 reviews
Price from
£40.96
1 night, 2 adults
Huga Inn, hotel in Seoul

Ideally set in the centre of Seoul, Huga Inn features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Very exceptional place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. We love everything in this hotel.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
75 reviews
Price from
£70.22
1 night, 2 adults
Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites, hotel in Seoul

Boasting massage services, Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites offers accommodation in Seoul, 5.6 km from Dongwha Duty Free Shop and 5.7 km from Jogyesa Temple.

I only stayed for one night, but the beds were so soft I wish I could've stayed longer... definitely the best sleep I got during my whole trip in Seoul. I didn’t meet the owner in person since I left very early, but they were very helpful when I contacted them. Definitely recommend it—budget-friendly and has a homely vibe that I really appreciated.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
21 reviews
Price from
£37.06
1 night, 2 adults
Step Inn Myeongdong 1, hotel in Seoul

Step Inn Myeongdong 1 is located in central Seoul, a couple minutes’ walk from the popular Myeongdong shopping area.

They were kind and helpfull. They keept our luggage even four days before we checked in. Location is great.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
1,611 reviews
Price from
£162.52
1 night, 2 adults
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3, hotel in Seoul

Attractively located in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

Location was good but that was about it.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
771 reviews
Price from
£195.07
1 night, 2 adults
Dream House, hotel in Seoul

Dream House is situated an 8-minute walk from Hapjeong Station and a 10-minute walk from the urban indie street of Hongdae. It offers a semi-buffet breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

Easy to find, near enough to the action to walk. Friendly counter staff. Clean room with good space.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
578 reviews
Price from
£58.52
1 night, 2 adults
Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite, hotel in Seoul

Only a 2-minute walk from Exit 3 of Jongno 5-ga Subway Station (Line 1), Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite offers accommodation in Seoul. Free WiFi access is available throughout the entire property.

Nice and helpfull staff, good location, very clean.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
405 reviews
Price from
£37.15
1 night, 2 adults
Twin Rabbit Guesthouse, hotel in Seoul

Located just a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Subway Station (Line 2, Airport Railroad and Gyeongui Line), Twin Rabbit Guesthouse offers guest rooms with private bathrooms and free...

The girl who checked me in was pleasant and helpful. The location is excellent.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
669 reviews
Price from
£60.19
1 night, 2 adults
The Cube Hotel, hotel in Seoul

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, The Cube Hotel is set in the centre of Seoul, 300 metres from Myeongdong Station.

The location is great! Very close to the metro station and to one of the main touristic areas with restaurants and shops.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
517 reviews
Price from
£46.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • H HOSTEL Itaewon
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 968 reviews

    Situated in Seoul and with The National Museum of Korea reachable within 3.6 km, H HOSTEL Itaewon features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    Great location, small but cozy rooms. Nice simple breakfast.

  • OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 291 reviews

    OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae is located under a 5-minute walk from Exit 4 of Sinchon Subway Station (Line 2). It offers free WiFi in all areas of the hostel and guest rooms with a PC.

    Great location and Richard was awesome with advice

  • Step Inn Myeongdong 1
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,611 reviews

    Step Inn Myeongdong 1 is located in central Seoul, a couple minutes’ walk from the popular Myeongdong shopping area.

    friendly staffs, clean facilities, perfect location.

  • Zen Seoul Stay
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 104 reviews

    Well set in the Jongno-Gu district of Seoul, Zen Seoul Stay is located 1.4 km from Bangsan Market, 1.4 km from Myeongdong Cathedral and less than 1 km from Jogyesa Temple.

    The place was very clean, staff very friendly and helpful.

  • INNO Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 729 reviews

    Conveniently set in Seoul, INNO Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden and a shared lounge.

    It's a good location and I felt like I had privacy

  • Seoul Cube Itaewon
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 735 reviews

    Situated in Seoul and with The Shilla Duty Free Shop Main Store reachable within 3.7 km, Seoul Cube Itaewon features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace...

    everything was nice! Staff is really kind and helpful

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 771 reviews

    Attractively located in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Location is the best! The staff is realy nice and welcoming.

  • Upflo Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 300 reviews

    Upflo Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Seoul.

    location was good, place was clean and sound proof

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Seoul

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    In a prime location in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Location was perfect, couple of minutes from myeongdong main street. Staffs were super kibd. Simple breakfast was nicely served

  • "위치 최고" 홍대입구역 3분, 초 역세권 메인거리 위치, 연트럴파크 전망 루프탑, 1층 편의점, 신촌-홍대-합정 지하철 2분
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, "위치 최고" 홍대입구역 3분, 초 역세권 메인거리 위치, 연트럴파크 전망 루프탑, 1층 편의점, 신촌-홍대-합정 지하철 2분 is located in the centre of Seoul, 300 metres from Hongik University...

  • Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 389 reviews

    Located a 4-minute walk from Hapjeong Subway Station (Line 2 and 6), this hostel features a shared kitchen, a common lounge and free WiFi in all areas.

    Everything. Clean, warmth, calm, and welcoming. Jina and Bryan are the best. I will miss you guys!

  • Look Home Guesthouse
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 230 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Seoul, Look Home Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Friendly staff, nice and clean rooms. Location is good.

  • BlueBird Guesthouse - Foreign Only
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 55 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, BlueBird Guesthouse - Foreign Only is located in Seoul, 1.8 km from Ewha Womans University.

    The stay is really affordable with great receive by the host.

  • Hostel Tommy
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 546 reviews

    Tommy's other job is in the quarantine and disinfection service company. We are doing our best to ensure hygiene and cleanliness.

    Incredibly clean and neat, and in a great location

  • Huga Inn
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 75 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Seoul, Huga Inn features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Clean and simple and great location. Continental breakfast.

  • ARA125
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 843 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Seoul, ARA125 provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Bangsan Market, Jogyesa Temple and Gwangjang Market.

    Very clean and tidy room, good services, friendly staff

  • Bestel Residence
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 186 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Seocho-Gu district of Seoul, Bestel Residence is situated 1.8 km from Gangnam Station, 5.3 km from COEX Convention Centre and 6.1 km from Bongeunsa Temple.

    Nice place with many shop around. Staff super helpful

  • Be the Stay Gangnam - Women Only -
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2 reviews

    Ideally set in the Gangnam-Gu district of Seoul, Be the Stay Gangnam - Women Only - is set 4.3 km from COEX Convention Centre, 5.1 km from Bongeunsa Temple and 9.1 km from The National Museum of Korea...

  • Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 21 reviews

    Boasting massage services, Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites offers accommodation in Seoul, 5.6 km from Dongwha Duty Free Shop and 5.7 km from Jogyesa Temple.

    Sehr freundliche und aufgeschlossene Gastgeberin. Frühstück top😊

  • Dream House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 578 reviews

    Dream House is situated an 8-minute walk from Hapjeong Station and a 10-minute walk from the urban indie street of Hongdae. It offers a semi-buffet breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

    Everything clean, good location and friendly hosts

  • Hostel Haru
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 454 reviews

    Hostel Haru is set in Seoul, within 500 metres of Lotte Duty Free Shop and 600 metres of Noon Square. The property is located 1.1 km from Jongmyo Shrine.

    Clean Well located Exactly like in pictures Good cosmetics

  • BoA Travel House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 206 reviews

    Situated a 15-minute walk from the well-known indie arts scene at Hongdae, BoA Travel House offers free internet access.

    Clean. Good value for money. Easy. Will stay again.

  • Dongdaemun Hwashin Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 433 reviews

    Dongdaemun Hwasin Hostel is located in Seoul. It is within a 1-minute walk from the exit 7 of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Subway Station (Line 2, 4 and 5).

    All was great! thank you Want to go again in future 💕

  • Just4u Guesthouse
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 161 reviews

    Just4u Guesthouse is located in Seoul. Free WiFi access is available in all areas of the property. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning.

    Accoglienza ,gentilezza ,molto disponibili sulle indicazioni

  • White Story
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 271 reviews

    Situated in Seoul, within 1.5 km of Changgyeonggung Palace and 2.4 km of Changdeokgung Palace, White Story features accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the...

    The location was perfect, and the room was very clean!

  • BB Hongdae Line
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,011 reviews

    BB Hongdae Line is located a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Subway Station (Line 2, Airport Railroad and Gyeongui Line) and offers both private and dormitory-style rooms.

    Great location. Nice size room. Friendly and helpful staff

  • Studio41
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 351 reviews

    Offering a self check-in service, Studio41 is located in a quiet residential area, only 500 metres from shops and eateries of Hongdae Street.

    Have warm in room .and I can boiled noodle myself.thanks

  • Aroha Guesthouse Seoul Station
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 390 reviews

    Aroha Guest House Seoul Station is placed in the heart of city only 200 metres from Seoul Station.

    Great guest house in a great location not far from seoul station

  • Ocean's Guesthouse - foreigners only
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 68 reviews

    Set within 2.3 km of Hongik University Station and 2.5 km of Hongik University, Ocean's Guesthouse - foreigners only offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Seoul.

    Es war ein super Ort, um neue Leute kennenlernen zu können.

  • Let's Stay
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 42 reviews

    Set in Seoul, 1.2 km from Ewha Womans University, Let's Stay offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    Super aardige receptionist en een top hotel. 10/10!

  • Seoul N Hostel 동대문東大門
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 200 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Dongdaemun Market and a 9-minute walk of Bangsan Market, Seoul N Hostel 동대문東大門 provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    Good basic accommodation with good value for money

  • Olive Hostel Dongdaemun
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 45 reviews

    Situated within less than 1 km of Dongdaemun Market and a 11-minute walk of Bangsan Market, Olive Hostel Dongdaemun features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    スタッフさんが優しかったです。 タオルもいい匂いでお部屋も綺麗でした。 次は10泊したいです!また行きます

  • Philstay Ehwa Boutique - Female Only
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 578 reviews

    Philstay Ehwa Boutique is a female-only hostel located in Seoul, just 2 minutes’ walk from the Ehwa Women’s University Metro Station. Free WiFi access is available.

    Location, facilities, everything is perfect for solo traveller

  • Seoul Grand Hostel EWHA Univ
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 652 reviews

    Seoul Grand Hostel EWHA Univ is conveniently located 200 metres west of Exit 1 of Ewha Women's University Subway Station (Line 2).

    very good location if you want to explore hongdae area

  • Gangnam Suncity Guesthouse
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 208 reviews

    Located in Gangnam, Suncity Guesthouse is just a minute’s walk from Sinsa Station (Seoul Subway Line 3).

    Hot shower, close to Sinsa station & convenience store.

  • Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 175 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Eight Rest Hostel Myeongdong is located in the centre of Seoul, 400 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral.

    Clean, totally new, price and quality rate amazing

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  • Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,092 reviews

    Ideally located in the centre of Seoul, Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    The location , the Guesthouse itself was really good !

  • Space ARA
    No credit card needed
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 190 reviews

    Located in Seoul, less than 1 km from Myeongdong Station, Space ARA provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Excellent location. Brilliant price! Helpful staff

  • Travelers A Korea Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 312 reviews

    In a prime location in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, Travelers A Korea Hostel is situated 1.1 km from Jongmyo Shrine, 1.8 km from Myeongdong Station and 1.8 km from Changgyeonggung Palace.

    lee was really a friendly person and very helpful !

  • OYO Myeongdong 5 Lodge
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 801 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Seoul, OYO Myeongdong 5 Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Close to Myeondong. Friendly staff. Clean common area.

  • The Core Albergue
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 237 reviews

    Boasting a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Core Albergue is set in Seoul, 3.7 km from Yeongdeungpo Station and 4.9 km from The National Museum of Korea.

    Very comfortable bed in the dormitory and nice host.

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 1
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 576 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, K-Grand Hostel Myeongdong is set 300 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral, less than 1 km from Namdaemun Market and 1.8 km from Jongmyo Shrine.

    very accomodating staff, very good location, cute rooms

  • Namsan Guesthouse
    No credit card needed
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 830 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4), Namsan Guesthouse 5th offers free WiFi access, air-conditioned accommodation and a rooftop terrace with a view of Seoul.

    Near the night market. Good night view. Good service.

  • Able Guesthouse Hongdae
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 809 reviews

    Located at the centre of the popular Hongdae area, Able Guesthouse Hongdae is only a 5-minute stroll from Hongik University Subway Station (Line 2 and Airport Rail Line).

    Very easy to find and near subway! Less stairs too.

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Hostels that guests love in Seoul

  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 968 reviews
    Clean room, with everything you need in a compact space with all the comforts and great location. Best hostel I stayed in my entire South Korea trip
    Britt
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £75.24
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 644 reviews
    Great location with a comfortable bed. Room is tiny, but has everything you need (tv even has a Netflix account you can use). The balcony is a really nice to sit and relax and there’s free food and drinks all day long, including bread, noodles and ice cream. It’s also very cheap for Seoul standards. Would definitely recommend if you’re on a budget but do want a private room.
    Judith
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 968 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in, more of a pod hotel than a hostel. Super comfortable too. Great location a short straight walk from the metro. Itaewon was a wonderful neighbourhood with plentiful availaility of vegetarian food (very hard to find in Korea)
    Christopher
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.87
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 828 reviews
    Me and my friends came for exchange semester a few days before our dormitory check-in so we stayed at kimstay9 hostel. The owner is so nice, she even gave us sheet masks in the end. The room is small but has everything you need, and the price is so cheap compared to other hostels. The bed even had heated bedsheet, so it was warm and cozy through the night. We really loved it here.
    Selma
    People with friends
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 689 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. clean, great location, comfy beds and the friendliest staff you’ll ever meet with lots of knowledge to share. So so glad I stayed here and will definitely come back.
    sam
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £69.67
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 771 reviews
    It is the best hostel in Seoul. Small but perfectly formed. Each room has exactly what you need and it is super clean and safe: I stayed here twice and will always come back: the staff are lovely and the facilities are great. 10/10
    Susie
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 395 reviews
    great location and cheaper compared to other hostel, kimchi & rice was unlimited
    Lea
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £27.87
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 828 reviews
    Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
    Cheria
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £97.81
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 637 reviews
    Very nice and polite staff. Willing to help with recommendations and everything. A lot of travellers and backpackers coming to this hostel, so nice opportunity to meet new people and other cultures. Great night life location.
    Milos
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 424 reviews
    Fantastic hostel for meeting people. Some of the best beds I have stayed in for a hostel and great location. Close to the party area without being swamped by it. HIGHLY recommend this place. <3 you Inno
    Rignall
    Solo traveller

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