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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.

Owner/Manager was very attentive and flexible (we arrived nearly at midnight, left luggage at hotel). Room lends itself for a great sleep. Had good airco in the heat of the summer. Benefits from central location. Good, cheap restaurants around the corner. Metro very close. Comfortable though -like everything in Seoul- very packed and comes at a steep price. (Smaller cities are much cheaper and have more rooms.) Really enjoyed our stay here. I give high marks as I would like to support the owner. But only expect a basic, affordable tourist hotel so your expectations are fully met.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
230 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Tommy, hotel in Seoul

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

I stayed at Hostel Tommy two times already! The atmosphere is so comfortable and the rooms are too. Everything was clean and everyone in the staff is really helpful and welcoming! And the location is perfect, near a metro station that has a connection of three lines, you can go to any place in Seoul easily.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
463 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults
Bestel Residence, hotel in Seoul

Attractively set in the Seocho-gu district of Seoul, Bestel Residence is located 1.1 miles from Gangnam Station, 3.3 miles from COEX Convention Centre and 3.8 miles from Bongeunsa Temple.

Yes, the room was small like a student's dormitory, but it was just perfect for what I wanted. The lady who works there was very communicative and super helpful during my stay. The place is incredibly clean and located in a quiet area. There are many cafes and restaurants nearby, which was very convenient. However, since the rooms are right next to each other, you might hear voices, but it's not clear what people are talking about. Also, they don't provide toilet paper and towels, so be ready for that. Despite this, I am definitely going to stay here again when I go back to Korea!
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
174 reviews
Price from
$62
1 night, 2 adults
H HOSTEL Itaewon, hotel in Seoul

Located in Seoul and with National Museum of Korea reachable within 2.2 miles, H HOSTEL Itaewon has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

I loved everything about this hostel. great location, complimentary laundry and breakfast. I will book here again. I also enjoyed the rooms having multiple bath towels, a private bathroom and refrigerator.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
896 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults
ARA125, hotel in Seoul

Well set in the center 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.

Great location, quiet, clean, comfortable, happy staff and great to have breakfast available.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
789 reviews
Price from
$96
1 night, 2 adults
Huga Inn, hotel in Seoul

Ideally located in Seoul, Huga Inn has an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

Location, room was comfortable
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
42 reviews
Price from
$102
1 night, 2 adults
Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites, hotel in Seoul

Ideally set in the Seodaemun-gu district of Seoul, Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites is located 3.3 miles from Hongik University Station, 3.5 miles from Dongwha Duty Free Shop and 3.5 miles...

Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
7 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults
Olive Hostel Dongdaemun, hotel in Seoul

Located in Seoul, a 10-minute walk from Dongdaemun Market, Olive Hostel Dongdaemun has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
6 reviews
Price from
$53
1 night, 2 adults
Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae, hotel in Seoul

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

Location, washer dryer, kitchen and free breakfast, luggage storage, umbrellas.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
1,050 reviews
Price from
$48
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.

The location
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
1,522 reviews
Price from
$141
1 night, 2 adults
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  • H HOSTEL Itaewon
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 896 reviews

    Located in Seoul and with National Museum of Korea reachable within 2.2 miles, H HOSTEL Itaewon has 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 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 230 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.

    Super nice host. Great value for money. Location is excellent.

  • Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Ideally set in the Seodaemun-gu district of Seoul, Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites is located 3.3 miles from Hongik University Station, 3.5 miles from Dongwha Duty Free Shop and 3.5 miles...

  • Life In Insa
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 188 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 8-minute walk from Jongmyo Shrine, Life In Insa has air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

    Great facilities and great location, loved Insadong

  • INNO Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 660 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

  • Wegoinn Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 180 reviews

    Located in Seoul and with Ewha Women’s University reachable within a 12-minute walk, Wegoinn Hostel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property...

    地點方便,早班職員態度非常好非常親切。 提前抵達可以寄放行李。 衛浴設備乾淨,水溫夠熱、水壓強。

  • Nabi Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 273 reviews

    Located across the bustling Hongdae shopping area, Nabi Hostel is conveniently a 2-minute walk away from Exit 3 of Hongik University Subway Station (Line 2, Airport Railroad and Gyeongui-Jungang Line)...

    櫃檯親切 行李可以寄放很長的時間,就算退房了還可以繼續寄放 地點超讚,離地鐵站超近,要逛要吃附近都有

  • HiSeoul Youthhostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 223 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 19-minute walk from Yeongdeungpo Station, HiSeoul Youthhostel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

    Proche du métro Propre Entrée tardive ok Spacieux

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

  • Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 365 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 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 179 reviews

    Conveniently located in 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 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 46 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, BlueBird Guesthouse - Foreign Only is located in Seoul, 1.1 miles from Ewha Women’s University.

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

  • Huga Inn
    Central location
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 42 reviews

    Ideally located in Seoul, Huga Inn has an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Sehr schön und sauber. Personal war hilfreich und die Ausstattung auch gut!

  • Hostel Tommy
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 463 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

  • Kundae S-Stay
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Located within 2.8 miles of Bongeunsa Temple and 3 miles of COEX Convention Centre, Kundae S-Stay provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

  • ARA125
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 788 reviews

    Well set in the center 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.

    good location, reasonable price, excellent services

  • Bestel Residence
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 174 reviews

    Attractively set in the Seocho-gu district of Seoul, Bestel Residence is located 1.1 miles from Gangnam Station, 3.3 miles from COEX Convention Centre and 3.8 miles from Bongeunsa Temple.

    Nice place with many shop around. Staff super helpful

  • Dream House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 555 reviews

    Dream House is located 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

  • BoA Travel House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 193 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Hostel Haru
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 433 reviews

    Hostel Haru is set in Seoul, within 1640 feet of Lotte Duty Free Shop and 1969 feet of Noon Square. The property is located 0.7 mi from Jongmyo Shrine. Dongwha Duty Free Shop is a 13-minute walk away.

    I didn’t try breakfast but I know it was included.

  • Dongdaemun Hwashin Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 407 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 excellent
    Excellent
     · 151 reviews

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

    Nice cozy interior with helpfull staff who spoke very good english.

  • White Story
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 257 reviews

    Located in Seoul, within a 17-minute walk of Changgyeonggung Palace and 1.5 miles of Changdeokgung Palace, White Story has accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout...

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

  • BB Hongdae Line
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 959 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.

    Location is good plus the staff/owner is excellent

  • Studio41
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 312 reviews

    Offering a self check-in service, Studio41 is located in a quiet residential area, only 1640 feet 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 excellent
    Excellent
     · 363 reviews

    Aroha Guest House Seoul Station is placed in the heart of city only 656 feet from Seoul Station.

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

  • Zen Seoul Stay
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 47 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, Zen Seoul Stay is located a 17-minute walk from Bangsan Market, 0.9 miles from Myeongdong Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from Jogyesa Temple.

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

  • U hotel - standard room
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 20 reviews

    Located within 2.9 miles of Gasan Digital Complex and 2.9 miles of Gasan Digital Complex Station, U hotel - standard room has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Seoul.

    The fridge and freezer. I needed it for my medecine.

  • Upflo Hostel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 288 reviews

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

    location was good, place was clean and sound proof

  • Eight Rest Hostel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 102 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Eight Rest Hostel is located in the center of Seoul, a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Cathedral.

    Clean, totally new, price and quality rate amazing

  • Seoul N Hostel 동대문東大門
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 160 reviews

    Located within a 11-minute walk of Dongdaemun Market and half a mile 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

  • Philstay Ehwa Boutique - Female Only
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 555 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

  • Gangnam Suncity Guesthouse
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 203 reviews

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

    Hot shower, close to Sinsa station & convenience store.

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,086 reviews

    Ideally located in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5 has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    The staff were so lovely! Always happy and waving hello :)

  • Hithere City Myeongdong
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 228 reviews

    Well situated in the Jung-gu district of Seoul, Hithere City Myeongdong is located a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, half a mile from Namdaemun Market and a 17-minute walk from Dongwha Duty...

    It was very clean and the bedding was very nice and comfortable

  • Stay in Blue
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 42 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Jung-gu district of Seoul, Stay in Blue is located a 10-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, 0.7 miles from Myeongdong Cathedral and a 15-minute walk from Bangsan Market.

    Good place. The staff is very nice and responsive.

  • Seoul Grand Hostel EWHA Univ
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 605 reviews

    Seoul Grand Hostel EWHA Univ is conveniently located 656 feet west of Exit 1 of Ewha Women's University Subway Station (Line 2).

    The rooms were actually pretty big and the beds were big as well!

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  • Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,050 reviews

    Ideally located in Seoul, Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae has 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
     · 152 reviews

    Located in Seoul, a 11-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, Space ARA provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Excellent location and had free laundry facilities.

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

    Travelers A Korea Hostel is offering accommodations in Seoul. Featuring a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around a 2-minute walk from Bangsan Market, 400 yards from...

    lee was really a friendly person and very helpful !

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

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Core Albergue is located in Seoul, 2.3 miles from Yeongdeungpo Station and 3 miles from National Museum of Korea.

    Very comfortable bed in the dormitory and nice host.

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 719 reviews

    Attractively located in Seoul, OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3 has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 1
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 548 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, K-Grand Hostel Myeongdong is set 984 feet from Myeongdong Cathedral, less than 0.6 mi from Namdaemun Market and 1.1 mi from Jongmyo Shrine.

    very accomodating staff, very good location, cute rooms

  • Namsan Guesthouse
    No credit card needed
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 770 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4), Namsan Guest house 5th offers free WiFi access, air-conditioned accommodations 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
     · 791 reviews

    Located at the center of the popular Hongdae area, Able Guest house 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 wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 896 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 traveler
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 555 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 traveler
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 896 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.90
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 772 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 638 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $120.52
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 719 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 traveler
  • 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: $33.90
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 772 reviews
    Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
    Cheria
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $147.45
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 604 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 traveler
  • 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 traveler

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