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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
$36 nightly
The price is $40
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
RedRoof
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

2. 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
$42 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A modern living room with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a staircase.

3. Mullaejung

Mullaejung
2.0 star property
Yeongdeungpo-gu
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"편의시설"
South Korea
SUJIN
$42 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Mullaejung
A building with multiple storefronts, including a hostel and a shop with a red awning.

4. 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
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Gangnam Seven Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a mirror, a small refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

5. 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
$67 nightly
The price is $74
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a window with blue curtains.

6. 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
$27 nightly
The price is $30
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
A rooftop terrace with people seated at tables, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

7. 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 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

8. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
$79 nightly
The price is $87
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A modern interior with large windows offering a city view.

9. 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
$42 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Loft13 Hostel
A hallway with wooden doors, a toilet sign, and a security camera.

10. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$30 nightly
The price is $34
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Zen Seoul Stay
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a window with a city view.

11. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$58 nightly
The price is $65
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
KIMSTEL Jongno
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

12. 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
$54 nightly
The price is $59
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.

13. 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 $33
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

14. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 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
$68 nightly
The price is $76
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Upflo Hostel
A rooftop terrace with wooden flooring, metal railings, and seating areas.

15. Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
2.5 star property
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
$37 nightly
The price is $41
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
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
$27 nightly
The price is $30
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

17. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
"Very accessible area for food, shopping and transportation. Staff is friendly and very helpful. "
United States
Paolo
$53 nightly
The price is $58
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a small stool, a white cabinet, and a window with blinds.

18. 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
$28 nightly
The price is $31
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Naru Hostel

19. 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
$22 nightly
The price is $25
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Chris Hostel
A building with a sign that reads "ITAEOWON GUEST HOUSE".

20. 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
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent
"2일동안 편안하게 지내다가는 깨끗하고 칝절한 호텔입니다 강추합니다"
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ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Find out more about Gwangju

Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
686
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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