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Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a water dispenser, and a window with blinds.

1. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$33 nightly
The price is $37
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
RedRoof
A building with multiple storefronts, including a hostel and a shop with a red awning.

2. 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
$21 nightly
The price is $24
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Gangnam Seven Hostel
A hallway with wooden doors, a toilet sign, and a security camera.

3. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Zen Seoul Stay
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

4. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Great place everything new and well organized We working in reception so friendly I will always book my next trip when i visit to seoul "
Canada
davut
$43 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A modern living room with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a staircase.

5. Mullaejung

Mullaejung
2.0 star property
Yeongdeungpo-gu
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"편의시설"
South Korea
SUJIN
$42 nightly
The price is $50
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Mullaejung
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a window with a city view.

6. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$48 nightly
The price is $53
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
KIMSTEL 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.

7. 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, (114 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 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
A bedroom with a bed, a small stool, a white cabinet, and a window with blinds.

8. Naru Hostel

Naru Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Room was decent size and clean. The free washer and dryer on the 3rd was nice to have available. Only complaint is that mattress was a little too firm for my liking, but wasn't terrible and I still able to sleep well enough. I would rebook here again. "
United States
Jonathan
$27 nightly
The price is $31
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Naru Hostel
A rooftop terrace with people seated at tables, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

9. SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (51 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 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

10. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
STAY BUT SEONGSU

11. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at theZip Hotel very much. It was conveniently located between 2 train stations, a 1 min walk to Sinchon Station and a 4 min walk to Sogang University Station. Plus it was a quick 15 min walk to Sogang University where my son is going to school for the semester. We were very impressed with how well maintained the property is and how convenient the shared kitchen is with all the amenities you need. And even better if you make arrangements before hand, you can drop your...
United States
Joan
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
THEZIP Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a window with blue curtains.

12. 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
$25 nightly
The price is $27
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a mirror, a small refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

13. Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium

Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"L’hôtel est très situé : pas loin du métro et des commerces à proximité. Les chambres sont propres et bien équipées. La literie est confortable, ce qui est appréciable après de longues journées de marche dans Séoul. Je pense que l’hôtel vient d’ouvrir d’ailleurs. Le personnel est très attentionné. Excellent rapport qualité prix. "
France
Sibel
$65 nightly
The price is $72
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

14. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"美味しいレストランも近いし、明洞も歩いて行けるしとても良かった！また、泊まりたい！"
Japan
Marui
$44 nightly
The price is $48
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Seoul101 Jongno
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

15. 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
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
A building with a staircase, a reception desk, and a banner advertising a filming location.

16. Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (86 reviews)
"Great staff Marek always cleaned with the highest sense of quality."
United Kingdom
Oliver Timothy
$30 nightly
The price is $34
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

17. Chris Hostel

Chris Hostel
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"방에 들어가자마자 곰팡이 냄새가 났고 벽지가 여기저기 부식되어 변색되고 한쪽은 너덜거렸습니다. 침구와 타월에서도 시큼한 냄새가 났습니다. 가격이 저렴한 것을 고려하더라도 다시 이용하고 싶지는 않습니다."
South Korea
Hyung Jin
$21 nightly
The price is $24
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Chris Hostel
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

18. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$50 nightly
The price is $56
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
V Stay
A room with a bunk bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

19. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Whatever you needs for stay in Seoul. This the best place."
Canada
Trang
$48 nightly
The price is $53
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A building with a sign reading "Mutal Stay BUSINESS HOTEL" and multiple air conditioning units.

20. Mutal Stay

Mutal Stay
2.0 star property
Guro-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"룸 크기가 작아서 갑갑하고 난방이 안되요."
South Korea
inkon
$51 nightly
The price is $57
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Mutal Stay
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

10/10 Excellent
"Great view of Lotte World. Location was excellent; next to lots of shopping and connected to subway system."
Sheryll 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Lotte Hotel World

Find out more about Gwangju

Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
304
Accommodation
215 Hostels
Lowest Price
$24
Highest Price
$91

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. Top attractions include Lotte World and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. 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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