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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.

Very good location
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
433 reviews
Price from
$89.83
per night
Look Home Guesthouse, hotel in Seoul

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

This was a great stay.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
142 reviews
Price from
$121.27
per night
H HOSTEL Itaewon, hotel in Seoul

Located in Seoul and with National Museum of Korea reachable within 2.5 miles, H HOSTEL Itaewon has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

There were a lot of great things about this hotel - the location being at the heart of the Itaewon neighbourhood, the free breakfast every morning, the friendly staff and how clean and well-kept everything was. I also loved that you have the option to get your own room!
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
854 reviews
Price from
$52.40
per night
ARA125, hotel in Seoul

Well set in Seoul, ARA125 provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Great location, quiet, clean, comfortable, happy staff and great to have breakfast available.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
757 reviews
Price from
$103.87
per night
Zen Seoul Stay, hotel in Seoul

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.

Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
$37.35
per night
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
18 reviews
Price from
$94.32
per night
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.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
1,027 reviews
Price from
$29.94
per night
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.

Best location- it's right behind Olive Young, Myeondong Street. The staff were so helpful and nice. Bathrooms and comfort rooms were kept dry & clean.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
1,455 reviews
Price from
$71.79
per night
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5, hotel in Seoul

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

Location and cleanliness.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
1,026 reviews
Price from
$89.83
per night
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 3, hotel in Seoul

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

The location is good
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
681 reviews
Price from
$78.60
per night
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • H HOSTEL Itaewon
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 854 reviews

    Located in Seoul and with National Museum of Korea reachable within 2.5 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.

  • Budget options available
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 16 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.

    내부 전체적으로 깔끔하고, 시설도 괜찮았습니다 딱 잠만 자고 가는 옵션이었는데 편하게 자고갔습니다 아쉬웠던점 빼고 완벽

  • Life In Insa
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 168 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

  • Upflo Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 286 reviews

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

    location was good, place was clean and sound proof

  • Twin Rabbit Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 633 reviews

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

    comfortable bed, kind staff. I even got an upgrade.

  • Namsan Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 741 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.

  • Kimstay 9
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 747 reviews

    A 12-minute walk from Mok-dong Subway Station (Line 5) and shopping at Mok-dong Rodeo Street, Kimstay 9 offers clean and air-conditioned rooms.

    Simple yet sufficient. Plus, its nearby to downtown

  • Beewon Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 148 reviews

    Conveniently located an 8-minute walk from Myeongdong shopping district, Beewon Guest House offers dormitory and western-style rooms with heating and hairdryers.

    Great location. Everything is so clean. Friendly staff.

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

  • Bueno Day - Near Hongdae & Historic Sites
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 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...

  • Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 358 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
     · 142 reviews

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

    It's convenient for location with good and clear room.

  • BlueBird Guesthouse - Foreign Only
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 39 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.

    -bonne emplacement -personnel dévoué -calme -très propre

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

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

    とても清潔でかわいいお部屋でとっても満足しました。共有スペースもきれいで美味しい食事をすることができました。明洞のショッピング街にあり、駅も近く立地も最高です。

  • Hostel Tommy
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 433 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
     · 757 reviews

    Well set in Seoul, ARA125 provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    good location, reasonable price, excellent services

  • BoA Travel House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 185 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.

  • Dream House
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 535 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

  • U hotel - standard room
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 13 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.

    room was clean and big enough It has AC, TV, table, and bathtub check in 4 pm check out 12 at noon

  • Hostel Haru
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 425 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
     · 393 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
     · 245 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
     · 921 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
     · 295 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.

    Location is great,far from hongik station about 8 min.

  • Aroha Guesthouse Seoul Station
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 343 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

  • Eight Rest Hostel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 68 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

  • Philstay Ehwa Boutique - Female Only
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 543 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.

    Clean, close to Line 2 which connects you to most of the city.

  • Seoul Grand Hostel EWHA Univ
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 571 reviews

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

    Clean , good location , clear instruction from the host.

  • Choco Residence
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 343 reviews

    Ideally located in the Mapo-Gu district of Seoul, Choco Residence is set 1640 feet from Hongik University. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

    Staff was super fast and helpful resolving problems

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

    Conveniently set in the center of 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

  • Gangnam Suncity Guesthouse
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 201 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.

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

    Well situated in the Jung-gu district of Seoul, Hithere City Myeongdong is located a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, 0.9 miles from Dongwha Duty Free Shop and a 10-minute walk from Namdaemun...

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

  • OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,026 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of 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 :)

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

    Located conveniently in the Jung-gu district of Seoul, Stay in Blue is located a 9-minute walk from Myeongdong Station, 0.7 miles from Myeongdong Cathedral and a 16-minute walk from Bangsan Market.

    Good place. The staff is very nice and responsive.

  • Seoul N Hostel 동대문東大門
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 131 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.

    It was clean, staff was really friendly everything was as discerned

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  • Bestel Residence
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 172 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 3.7 miles from Bongeunsa Temple.

    Nice place with many shop around. Staff super helpful

  • Take 1 Guesthouse Hongdae
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,027 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
     · 136 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
     · 247 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, 500 yards from...

    lee was really a friendly person and very helpful !

  • OYO Myeongdong 5 Lodge
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 708 reviews

    Conveniently set in the center 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
     · 228 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Core Albergue is located in Seoul, 2.3 miles from Yeongdeungpo Station and 3.1 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
     · 680 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of 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.

  • Nabi Hostel
    No credit card needed
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 263 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

FAQ about hostels in Seoul

Hostels that guests love in Seoul

  • Avg. price/night: $97.32
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 854 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
  • Avg. price/night: $101.06
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 510 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
  • Avg. price/night: $97.32
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 854 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: $33.69
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 747 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
     · 613 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
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 680 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: $33.69
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 747 reviews
    Great host and hostel. It has everything you need for a cheap stay.
    Cheria
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $131.38
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 590 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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