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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

Standard Double Room, City View

1. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$36 nightly
The price is $40
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
RedRoof
Family Quadruple Room

2. 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
$55 nightly
The price is $61
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Seoul101 Jongno
Family Triple Room, City View

3. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
KIMSTEL Jongno
Deluxe Twin Room

4. 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
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

5. 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
$47 nightly
The price is $53
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
elim hostel
Exterior

6. 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
1. Mini Single Room | Street view

7. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
3.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"Overall experience was very good. Staff are very friendly and accommodating especially the owner Mr. Tommy and Mr. Chad. Perfect location geographically and walking distance to top destinations. I would recommend this place for everyone who wants to visit and experience South Korea."
United States
Peter
$51 nightly
The price is $56
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Tommy
Sundeck

8. 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
Exterior

9. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (122 reviews)
"I found a dead bedbug in the bed."
United States
Diana
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Interior

10. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
$30 nightly
The price is $33
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Zen Seoul Stay
City view from property

11. 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
Lobby lounge

12. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Super room, location and facilities. Worked really well with the kitchen and breakfast in common area. Only minus was that noise in the room from boiler and pipes."
Denmark
Mikkjal Sune
$88 nightly
The price is $97
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
Reception

13. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
$79 nightly
The price is $88
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Reception

14. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

Philstay Myeongdong Metro
2.5 star property
Myeong-dong
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (128 reviews)
"Surrounded by great food and lots of shops very convenient and nice place!"
Canada
michelle
$53 nightly
The price is $59
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
Exterior

15. 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 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
V Stay
Deluxe Quadruple Room

16. 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 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
THEZIP Hotel
Cafe

17. Wegoinn Hostel

Wegoinn Hostel
2.0 star property
Sinchon-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"Good service and nice location for sight seeing. "
Japan
Noboru
$58 nightly
The price is $65
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Wegoinn Hostel
Spa

18. HOTEL ON YOU

HOTEL ON YOU
1.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1 review)
$96 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
HOTEL ON YOU
Room

19. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Breakfast area

20. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 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
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"Best Buffett breakfast I’ve had in my Asia travels"
Terrell 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

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$42
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$44
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$47
October
$46
November
$43
December
$49
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in Seoul. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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Seoul Hostels information

Number of reviews
942
Accommodation
213 Hostels
Lowest Price
$33
Highest Price
$105

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Seoul?
By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Seoul?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an elevator, and multilingual staff. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as an elevator. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong - 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Seoul?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Seoul, one of Expedia's 182 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Seoul?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 33°F. The rainiest months in Seoul 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 Seoul?
Generally, Seoul is known for its museums, temples, and monuments. Major attractions include Myeongdong Street, Namdaemun Market, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Get out into nature with places like Namsan Mountain Park, Seoullo 7017, and Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park. Cultural attractions include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Seoul Museum of Art, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.
What's the best way to get to and around Seoul while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Seoul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. An alternative is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), located 30.5 mi (49.2 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Euljiro 1-ga Station, Jonggak Station, and City Hall Station. Train stations including Seoul Station and Haengsin Station make it easy to check out more of the surrounding area.

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