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Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a staircase, and a bench.

1. Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Beewon Guest House - Hostel
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (123 reviews)
"A cute and cozy place in a great area. The guesthouse was very responsive when we needed some help. A+++"
United States
Dennis
$48 nightly
The price is $54
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

2. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A building with multiple storefronts, including a hostel and a shop with a red awning.

3. Gangnam Seven Hostel

Gangnam Seven Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Good place,good location"
South Korea
Bora
$24 nightly
The price is $27
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Gangnam Seven Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

4. Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel

Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Paldal-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (54 reviews)
"The atmosphere is great, and the host is humble and kind. I would love to stay there again!"
Japan
Yusuke
$23 nightly
The price is $25
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
A rooftop terrace with people seated at tables, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

5. SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Even though most rooms are shared, it is very private. When I used the bathroom or kitchen there were rarely people, so it was really relaxed. Richard is also very friendly and always ready to help! If I ever come back to Seoul I would stay here again :)"
Germany
Tabea
$43 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a stainless steel sink, a black electric stove, and a cabinet above the sink.

6. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
RedRoof
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

7. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
$47 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

8. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 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
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Upflo Hostel
A reception area with a white brick wall, a reception sign, a framed picture of a bridge, and a yellow counter.

9. YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
2.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (87 reviews)
"It was great having the possibility to use a kitchen and get laundry washed."
Germany
Andrea
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

10. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$55 nightly
The price is $61
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
V Stay
A modern room with a round table, a sofa, a laptop, and a potted plant.

11. LaSeoul Stay Jongno

LaSeoul Stay Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$132 nightly
The price is $145
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
LaSeoul Stay Jongno
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a tiled backsplash.

12. Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff. Slightly small rooms and thin walls."
Sweden
Anonymous traveler
$60 nightly
The price is $67
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
A modern interior with large windows offering a city view.

13. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 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
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Loft13 Hostel
A building with a sign that reads "ITAEOWON GUEST HOUSE".

14. G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Great place for backpackers and people exploring Seoul."
United Kingdom
Ivan
$87 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a window with blue curtains.

15. Hause Itaewon - Hostel

Hause Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
6.8 out of 10, (57 reviews)
"Definitely a great location, clean facilities. Good value for the price."
United States
Lane
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

16. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Mostly everything was good, just the smell of a garbage can on the 4th floor was bad. I guess somebody of guest couldn't separate trash well."
Japan
Eri
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
elim hostel

17. Chris Hostel

Chris Hostel
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
4.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"汚すぎる。"
Japan
KENTA
$20 nightly
The price is $23
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Chris Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

18. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"施設自体はそれなりに綺麗です。 トイレとシャワーが完全にセットで、シャワーを浴びるとトイレットペーパーはびしょ濡れになります。 ポットがありません。 セルフチェックインはかなり簡単でした。"
Japan
yuhi
$52 nightly
The price is $57
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Seoul101 Jongno
The entrance to a guest house with a wooden facade, a sign reading "KORSTAY Guest House," and a small garden area with potted plants.

19. Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation

Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (115 reviews)
"Location is very strategic snd near to all places i needed to go. Accommodation rate is very affordable and more than commensurate … thank you to Tella, for her hospitality."
Philippines
Liza
$29 nightly
The price is $32
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a vanity with a sink, and two stools.

20. Haro Stay Sinsa

Haro Stay Sinsa
1.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"新沙駅のすぐそばなので立地は最高です。 しかーし、とんでもない坂道の上にホテルがあるため重いキャリーを持って上がるのは大変です。 テレビがネットしかダメなので韓国の地上波テレビが観れなかったのが残念でした。"
Japan
TSUDA
$131 nightly
The price is $144
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Haro Stay Sinsa
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Lotte Hotel World

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Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
557
Accommodation
215 Hostels
Lowest Price
$23
Highest Price
$145

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gwangju?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 34°F. The rainiest months in Gwangju are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gwangju?
Generally, Gwangju is known for its skiing, monuments, and museums. Major attractions include Lotte World, COEX Convention and Exhibition Center, and Starfield COEX Mall. Get out into nature with places like Namhansanseong Provincial Park, Yulbom Botanical Garden, and Yongin Recreational Forest. Cultural attractions include Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art, Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum, and Charlotte Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Gwangju while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Gwangju on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Wonju (WJU), situated 36.6 mi (58.9 km) away.

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