What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

$48 per night is how much hostels in Seoul cost, on average. $9 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $29 per night or less is a good deal. Seoul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with December being the most expensive month to book, and in January being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

Hostel Tommy 50 off sale for 10th Anniversary on 2026 is the best Seoul hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Hostel Tommy 50 off sale for 10th Anniversary on 2026 has a rating of 9.4/10 from 2,283 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

The closest Seoul hostel to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport is Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae, which is 10.1 km away.

What is the most popular hostel in Seoul closest to Hongdae Area?

Jeongstay Hostel is the most popular hostel in Seoul that’s close to Hongdae Area (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.2 km from Jeongstay Hostel to Hongdae Area. While there may be other hostels near Hongdae Area, Jeongstay Hostel is highly rated (9.1/10) by 502 users.

Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Seoul on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Seoul offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Travel insights for hostels in Seoul

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Seoul including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is March ($26). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is July ($90).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Tuesday ($38). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $69.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $34 per night.

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Top-rated Seoul, South Korea hostels

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Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun

34-8 Jong-ro 57-Gil (66-8 Sungin-Dong)Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

3.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$32

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Travel insights for hostels in Seoul

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is March ($26). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is July ($90).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Tuesday ($38). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $69.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $34 per night.

Top-rated Seoul, South Korea hostels

Browse through properties in Seoul, South Korea that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 6,550 properties in Seoul, South Korea and data was last updated on 11 December 2025.

Some of the very best Seoul hostels as rated by our users. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.

Cheapest hostels in Seoul, South Korea

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Where to stay in Seoul

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Facts about staying in Seoul, South Korea

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