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Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

Interior detail

1. YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
2.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"It was great having the possibility to use a kitchen and get laundry washed."
Germany
Andrea
$34 nightly
The price is $37
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
Sundeck

2. 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
$52 nightly
The price is $58
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Dining

3. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
$83 nightly
The price is $92
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
STAY BUT SEONGSU
Exterior

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
$23 nightly
The price is $25
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Gangnam Seven Hostel
View from property

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
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
Front of property

6. 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
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Upflo Hostel
Breakfast area

7. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$35 nightly
The price is $39
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
RedRoof
Free daily continental breakfast

8. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
$43 nightly
The price is $48
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
H HOSTEL Itaewon
Exterior detail

9. 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
$88 nightly
The price is $96
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
Luxury Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

10. 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
$79 nightly
The price is $87
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
Interior entrance

11. 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 $26
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

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
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
Exterior

13. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
V Stay
Family Triple Room, City View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

14. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$70 nightly
The price is $77
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
KIMSTEL Jongno
Exterior

15. 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
$47 nightly
The price is $51
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Loft13 Hostel
Reception

16. 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 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Triple Room | WiFi (free)

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
$22 nightly
The price is $24
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Chris Hostel
(B) Double Room, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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
$29 nightly
The price is $32
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Naru Hostel
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, WiFi (free)

19. 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
$63 nightly
The price is $70
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
THEZIP Hotel
Exterior detail

20. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Zen Seoul Stay
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

8/10 Good
"We had a nice stay there. Breakfast was good and very convenient to everything."
Annie 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Find out more about Gwangju

Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
395
Accommodation
215 Hostels
Lowest Price
$24
Highest Price
$96

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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