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Our top choices for Paju hostels

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island, and a hanging light fixture.

1. The Guesthouse DMZ Stay - Hostel

The Guesthouse DMZ Stay - Hostel
Paju
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Unbeatable location ! This is the closest guesthouse you can get to North Korea, making it the perfect base. Combined with an incredibly helpful owner, with local tips, it allows a seamless journey around"
France
Pascal
$43 nightly
The price is $48
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Guesthouse DMZ Stay - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a long counter, green bar stools, pendant lights, and a large mirror.

2. Hub82

Hub82
Seongdong-gu
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hub82
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

3. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (216 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Robert Keng Toh
$70 nightly
The price is $77
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A hallway with wooden beams on the ceiling, a wooden floor, and a door at the end.

4. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
Jongno-gu
$36 nightly
The price is $40
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Zen Seoul Stay
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a plant, and a wooden headboard.

5. ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno

ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
Jongno-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had a generally pleasant stay at Onjae Suites. The suite was spacious, and the beds, pillows, and linens were comfortable. Although there is no front desk, the staff were responsive and communicated promptly through messaging. However, the messages were in Korean, so we had to copy and paste them into a translation app to understand the instructions and responses. Providing messages in English for international guests would make communication more convenient. Our biggest concern was the...
Canada
charelle
$116 nightly
The price is $129
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
A reception area with a glass wall, a logo, and a plant.

6. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
$80 nightly
The price is $88
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
A shower with a handheld showerhead, a control panel with multiple settings, and a glass panel on the left.

7. V Stay

V Stay
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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.

8. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Very nice staff. Very comfortable. Nice area and fun to walk around!"
United States
Mark
$51 nightly
The price is $56
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a vanity with lights, a large window, and a plant.

9. AnOn hostel

AnOn hostel
Eunpyeong-gu
5.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Bed was very hard (okay for me but maybe not for everyone). Shower is just a shower head in the bathroom, no shower curtain or anything. Weird smell from the AC. Overall comfy and cheap, good vibes from the whole building. "
United States
Cecilia
$51 nightly
The price is $56
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
AnOn hostel
A narrow, tiled corridor with a wooden slatted ceiling and a metal railing on one side.

10. THAT House - Hostel

THAT House - Hostel
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Flood toilet was awful. Yellow toilet paper on the bathroom floor with poop. Noisy Chinese people talk the phone, snore, hit the bed. It’s the first time I went to third country then maybe it’s normal in Asia. But, I will never back."
United States
Kohei
$41 nightly
The price is $45
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
THAT House - Hostel
A wooden staircase with white balusters and a carpeted landing area.

11. Stitches House - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel
Mapo-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (55 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Room was clean and check in/out was convenient. Good AC, WiFi, and hot water."
United States
chris
$44 nightly
The price is $48
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stitches House - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a wall socket.

12. Yundam Stay Hostel

Yundam Stay Hostel
Jongno-gu
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Yundam Stay Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a small stool, a white cabinet, and a window with blinds.

13. Naru Hostel

Naru Hostel
Mapo-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (78 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
$30 nightly
The price is $33
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Naru Hostel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a window with a city view.

14. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
Jongno-gu
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
KIMSTEL Jongno
A black awning with 'WAYHOME MINI HOTEL' written on it.

15. WAYHOME

WAYHOME
Guro-gu
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
WAYHOME
A rooftop terrace with wooden flooring, metal railings, and seating areas.

16. Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
The entrance to a guest house with a wooden facade, a sign reading "KORSTAY Guest House," and a small garden area with potted plants.

17. Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation

Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
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
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
A chandelier in a room with a unique architectural design, including a curved ceiling and a window providing a view.

18. Hi Seodaemun

Hi Seodaemun
Sinchon-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"I liked how close the room was to the Subway. It’s likely my fault for not reading carefully but not having an elevator with wheeled luggage was not fun. I had to step sideways up the stairs also because the flat part of the steps did not fit my feet. I actually stumbled at the last part of the steps when leaving. Nice room if you have just a backpack."
United States
Merryn
$84 nightly
The price is $92
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hi Seodaemun
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19. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"We had a wonderdul time! The place was beautiful and cozy with extra amenities which we were very grateful for! Thank you!"
United States
Kieu
$77 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
THEZIP Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

20. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (38 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
$50 nightly
The price is $55
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
H HOSTEL Itaewon
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Learn more about Paju

Between the stark reality of the DMZ and serene Heyri Art Village, Paju offers a fascinating blend of history and culture. Explore the poignant Imjingak Park with its Freedom Bridge, then browse independent galleries and cafes in the artist-designed village community.

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A building with a UN emblem and a sign reading "End of Separation, Beginning of Unification".
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Top reviews in Paju

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THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
Hongdae

10/10 Excellent

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
Reviewed August 29, 2026
THEZIP Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Paju?

By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your stay.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices, and a social environment.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Paju?

Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: 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 32°F. The rainiest months in Paju are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Paju?

Generally, Paju is known for its sailing, parks, and theme parks. Major attractions include Bukchon Hanok Village, Namdaemun Market, and Myeongdong Street. Get out into nature with places like Unjeong Lake Park, Majang Reservoir, and Imjingak Peace Park. Cultural attractions include Art Factory, Museum of Modern History of Korea, and Hanlip Toy Museum.

What's the best way to get to and around Paju while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Paju in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from the city center. An alternative is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), located 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. Take advantage of metro transit at Geumchon Station, Geumneung Station, and Unjeong Station. Train stations including Munsan Station and Paju Dorasan Station make it easy to check out more of the area.