Seoul Hostels

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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Seoul, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Nabi Hostel

8.1 / 10

(102 Reviews)

From 76$
Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ

8.5 / 10

(206 Reviews)

From 41$
Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung

8.1 / 10

(167 Reviews)

From 45$
Hostel Korea - Original

6.7 / 10

(560 Reviews)

From 20$
Neo Seoul Hostel

8.4 / 10

(358 Reviews)

From 40$

When deciding on a place to stay while travelling to Seoul, you might consider a hostel. Hostels are one of the most affordable and convenient options that offer a comfortable and rewarding experience for those travelling to this vibrant city. In this blog post, we will discuss why choosing hostels for your accommodation during a trip to Seoul is the best option.

The first and most obvious reason why hostels are a great choice for accommodation in Seoul is due to their affordability. They are much cheaper than hotels and other accommodation options, providing budget-friendly options for those on a budget. Hostels also provide a wide range of amenities and services including laundry, kitchen access, and common areas that can make your stay even more enjoyable.

The second reason to choose hostels, particularly while travelling to Seoul, is the social atmosphere they can offer. Hostels are a great way to meet new people and make friends while travelling. The communal atmosphere encourages socializing, creating a unique opportunity to explore the city with others.

Finally, hostels provide a more localized experience than other types of accommodation. Hostels focus more on culture and connecting their guests with the local culture, rather than simply providing a place to sleep. Hostels provide unique tours, activities and events to get a local perspective, making them a great choice for those looking for a truly authentic experience in Seoul.

Altogether, hostels provide a unique and rewarding experience for travellers to Seoul. Affordable, social, and local, hostels provide comfort and convenience at a great value. For those looking for an enjoyable and memorable experience, hostels in Seoul are the way to go.

Seoul Accommodation lists:

Best Hostels in Seoul

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Nabi Hostel Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung Hostel Korea - Original Cheap Hostels in Seoul Neo Seoul Hostel Cheonggye Haus Hostel Boa Travel House Hostel Family Hostels in Seoul Seoul N Hotel Dongdaemun Plan A Hostel In Dongdaemun Twin Rabbit Guesthouse

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8.1
Very good
102 Reviews

Nabi Hostel

📍 177-1, Yanghwa-Ro, Mapo-Gu

From 76$

The 2-star Nabi Hostel is located 10 minutes on foot from Exit and 500 metres of Family Dental.

The nearest airport is Gimpo, 15 km from the hostel. Myth Jakbol treats guests with Asian meals and is only metres from the Seoul property. This Seoul hostel is nestled in the Mapo-Gu district steps away from E-Land. There is Hongik Univ tube station set only 100 metres away.

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8.5
Very good
206 Reviews

Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ

📍 8F, 155, Sinchon-Ro, Seodaemun-Gu

From 41$

The 2-star Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ is located at a 4.2 km distance from Namsan Park, close to Sinchon. This Seoul hostel features Wi-Fi in public areas as well as laundry service and 24-hour security.

Perfectly set in the Seodaemun-Gu district, the Seoul accommodation is situated a few steps from the private research Yonsei University. Hyundai Department Store Sinchon is adjacent to the hostel. Guests can dine in Great Chinggis Mongolian Restaurant barbecue, which is merely a 5-minute walk away. Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ stands 5 minutes' walk from Sinchongichayeok Entrance bus stop and nearly 5 minutes' walk from Ewha Womans University tube station.

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8.1
Very good
167 Reviews

Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung

📍 85, Donhwamun-Ro, Jongno-Gu

From 45$

The 2-star Hostel Korea 11Th Changdeokgung is located about a 15-minute walk from the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace, close to T'apkol-gongwon Park.

The hostel offers accommodation in the Jongno-Gu district, Seoul. The friendly Alive Museum Insadong is not too far from the Seoul property. McAdams coffee cafeteria is situated close to the Seoul hostel. The Seoul accommodation is within walking distance of Baek Hongbeom's House in Wonseo-dong. Gimpo airport is set 20 km away.

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Cheap Hostels in Seoul

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6.7
Good
560 Reviews

Hostel Korea - Original

📍 20-12, Jong-Ro 65-Gil, Jongno-Gu

From 20$

The 2-star Hostel Korea - Original is within 10 minutes' walk of Naksan Myogaksa, while K-beauty shopping is around 3.2 km away.

The nearest airport is Gimpo, 25 km from this Seoul hostel. Jomaru Ppyeodagwi Sinseol restaurant is situated right next to the Seoul accommodation. The hostel stands around a 5-minute walk from Sinseoldongnotari bus stop and approximately a 5-minute walk from Sinseol-dong tube station.

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8.4
Very good
358 Reviews

Neo Seoul Hostel

📍 142-13, Donggyo-Ro, Mapo-Gu

From 40$

Neo Seoul Guesthouse is set about a 10-minute walk from Hapjeong underground station.

Kt&g ์ƒ์ƒ๋งˆ๋‹น Cultural Center is a mere 10 minutes' walk from the hostel, while the Expansive Seoul Color Riverside Park is about 2.9 km away. This accommodation is placed in the Mapo-Gu district, only a few minutes from MobyDick wine bar. Seogyodong Wedding Hall Town bus stop is next to the Seoul hostel.

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Hotels in Seoul

Airport nearby โœˆ๏ธ Incheon, Wonju, Gimpo, Gimpo
Average Price ๐Ÿ’ฐ 99$
Hotels in Seoul ๐Ÿจ 2177
Hotel Reviews โญ 18932
Landmarks nearby ๐Ÿ“ War Memorial of Korea, Leeum Samsung Museum of Art, National Museum of Korea, Bukhansan National Park, Gyeongbokgung Palace
Best mid-range Hotel ๐ŸŒด Nabi Hostel
Top Hotel for couples ๐Ÿ’‘ Seoul Grand Hostel Ewha Univ
Family Hotel ๐Ÿ‘ช Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung

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8.4
Very good
226 Reviews

Cheonggye Haus Hostel

📍 189-1, Cheonggyecheon-Ro, Jongno-Gu

From 26$

The 2-star Cheonggye Haus Hostel is located in the Jongno-Gu district of the city, a 5-minute ride from Gwanghwamun Gate. This hostel offers parking available for KRW 60000 per day nearby.

The nearest airport is Gimpo, 25 km from the Seoul property. The 236 - meter - tall N Seoul Tower is about a 25-minute walk from the hostel. Serving Korean meals, Kkoma Kimbap is about 5 minutes' walk away. Cheonggye Haus Hostel is steps away from Doosan Gallery. This property is situated at 300 metres of Euljiro 4-ga underground station and 3.5 km from Seoul train station.

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Family Hostels in Seoul

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8.5
Very good
54 Reviews

Boa Travel House Hostel

📍 15, Sinchon-Ro 1-Gil, Seodaemun-Gu

From 30$

The 2-star Boa Travel House Hostel is located 2.5 km from the hilly Haneul World Cup Park and 2.7 km from the public Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine.

The nearest airport is Gimpo, 15 km from the hostel. Offering Korean meals, James Cheese Back Ribs Hongdae Station Exit 8 is situated, within an easy walking distance of the Seoul property. This Seoul hostel is nestled in the Seodaemun-Gu district steps away from Bread Blue. There is Hongik Univ tube station set approximately 5 minutes' walk away.

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7.4
Good
1229 Reviews

Seoul N Hotel Dongdaemun

📍 21, Jong-Ro 66Ga-Gil, Jongno-Gu

From 40$

The 3-star Seoul N Hotel Dongdaemun is set approximately 14 minutes on foot from Dongdaemun Design Plaza and only 600 metres away from Dongmyo. Guests can take advantage of free self parking and a restaurant, and make use of 24-hour front desk assistance, a laundry room and concierge service provided on-site.

This hotel is located in the Jongno-Gu district of Seoul. Myeongdong Noodles Soup restaurant is situated right near the Seoul hostel. The Seoul property is 5 minutes' walk from Sungindong bus stop and within 5 minutes' stroll of Sinseol-dong underground station.

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7.4
Good
42 Reviews

Plan A Hostel In Dongdaemun

📍 138, Cheonggu-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 78$

Plan A Hostel is situated merely a 5-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park underground station and 3.9 km from Seoul train station.

This Seoul hostel is located nearly a 20-minute stroll from the Pagoda T'apkol-gongwon and nearly a 20-minute stroll from K-beauty shopping. The 2-star accommodation is placed in the Jung-Gu district, in a short walking distance of Heung Bugol Charcoal Fire Pork Ribs restaurant. The hostel is within walking distance of Somang Ophthalmology Center. Gimpo airport is nestled around 25 km away.

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Hostels in Seoul with Car Parking

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8.2
Very good
240 Reviews

Twin Rabbit Guesthouse

📍 89-8, World Cup Buk-Ro 6-Gil, Mapo-Gu

From 59$

The modern 2-star Twin Rabbit Guesthouse boasts a prime location just 1.2 km from Hongik Park. WiFi is available throughout the property, and shuttle service, valet parking and 24-hour security are available on site too.

This Seoul hostel is placed in a business area, a short walk away from Butter zakka shop. The hostel is also located within walking distance of Hongik University Street. The property is placed in the Mapo-Gu district, approximately 5 minutes' walk from France Pocha restaurant. Twin Rabbit Guesthouse stands approximately 5 minutes' walk from Hongdae Entrance bus stop and a short walk to Hongik Univ tube station.

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8.1
Very good
332 Reviews

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul

📍 14-38, Bogwang-Ro 60-Gil, Yongsan-Gu

From 19$

The 2-star G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul is just a 10-minute walk from Leeum Samsung Museum of Art, while Cake shop is approximately 10 minutes' walk away.

The nearest airport is Gimpo, 25 km from this Seoul hostel. Guests may enjoy dishes of Pakistani cuisine served in Usmania, which is 5 minutes' walk away. The hostel stands a mere 5 minutes' walk from Bogwangdong Entrance bus stop and extremely close to Itaewon tube station.

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Seoul Hostels FAQ
What are the top budget hostels in Seoul?
Amongst 86 tourist lodges, the best Seoul options are: Guest House Shasha rating: 8.6/10; K-Grand Hotel rating: 8.4/10.
What are the best youth hostels in Seoul?
Backpakers searching for a budget stay in Seoul will find Cheonggye Haus or Olive Hostel Dongdaemun offering rock-bottom rates at 69US$ per night.
What are the best hostels close to N Seoul Tower?
The most popular Seoul hostels not far from N Seoul Tower are K-Grand Hotel Myeongdong rating: 7.8/10 and 57 Myeongdong Hostel rating: 8.6/10, set 15 minutes' walk away.

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