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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light, and a sliding door leading to a closet.

1. Oasis Gwangjang Market

Oasis Gwangjang Market
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is AED 241
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Oasis Gwangjang Market
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette with a fridge, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Hub82

Hub82
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
The price is AED 227
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hub82
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.

3. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"施設自体はそれなりに綺麗です。 トイレとシャワーが完全にセットで、シャワーを浴びるとトイレットペーパーはびしょ濡れになります。 ポットがありません。 セルフチェックインはかなり簡単でした。"
Japan
yuhi
The price is AED 228
AED 251 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Seoul101 Jongno
A reception area with a glass wall, a logo, and a plant.

4. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is AED 281
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

5. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
The price is AED 303
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A narrow urban street at night with illuminated signage and buildings.

6. Stay Together in Seoul

Stay Together in Seoul
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
The price is AED 431
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay Together in Seoul
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

7. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"Location was really good"
Australia
Sushant
The price is AED 244
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
A beach scene with people walking and standing, a sunset in the background, and a hill in the distance.

8. OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
2.5 star property
Sinchon-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious, host was very friendly and helpful. Nice location with lots of restaurants etc!"
Canada
Martin
The price is AED 98
AED 110 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

9. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Nice environment, location Everything is self-serviced accessed online without contact with staff"
Taiwan
Luna
The price is AED 288
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
A compact room with a bed, a small bedside table, a window, and a plant.

10. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Barry
The price is AED 286
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
A modern hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a view of a building outside.

11. Stay Myomi Jongno

Stay Myomi Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is AED 421
AED 463 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay Myomi Jongno
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a wall socket.

12. Yundam Stay Hostel

Yundam Stay Hostel
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is AED 221
AED 244 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Yundam Stay Hostel
A corridor with wooden walls, labeled sections A, B, C, and D, leading to a room with a window and a door.

13. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is AED 124
AED 139 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Zen Seoul Stay
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

14. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AED 210
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
V Stay
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

15. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 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
The price is AED 260
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Upflo Hostel
A room with two beds, a wooden shelf, and a window with curtains.

16. Di Alley Myeong-dong

Di Alley Myeong-dong
1.0 star property
Myeong-dong
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Kind staff"
United States
kwang
The price is AED 151
AED 166 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Di Alley Myeong-dong
A modern building with large glass windows and a metal framework.

17. Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae

Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Staff is very nice and welcoming, any questions we had they would try their best to guide us. "
United States
Esther
The price is AED 152
AED 184 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
A room with a bunk bed, a glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

18. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Hongdae
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"A lovely, well-maintained property at a very affordable price, and close to everything in Hongdae. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for great value."
Canada
Marlen
The price is AED 193
AED 212 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse
A rooftop terrace with wooden flooring, metal railings, and seating areas.

19. 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
The price is AED 225
AED 247 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
A modern hallway with a textured wall, a wooden door, and a small seating area with a plant.

20. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (17 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
The price is AED 441
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent
"Front desk staff are superb. Beds and room were very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was good. Hotel location for uber/taxi was a bit awkward but manageable. Stationary bike in gym was broken."
Daniel 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

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: Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an elevator, as well as multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and 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. Guests can enjoy free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.
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 189 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, Myeongdong Theater, and Alive Museum Insadong.
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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