Popular hotels
Tips
Top-rated hotels
Cheapest hotels
Where to stay

Hostels in Seoul, South Korea

Search and compare Seoul, South Korea hostels from hundreds of travel sites and save.

Seoul, South Korea
2 Aug — 3 Aug2
Seoul, South Korea
Fri 2/8
Sat 3/8
...and more

Refine Your Search

Star ratings
Guest Ratings
Amenities
Freebies
See all filters

Popular hostels in Seoul, South Korea

Discover well-known properties in Seoul, South Korea that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,136 hotels in Seoul, South Korea and price data was last updated on 26 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Seoul, South Korea is $52/night.
These are some of the hostels in Seoul with the highest demand. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
Filter by star ratings
All filters
15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Seoul, South Korea
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and a TV. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, slippers, and tour/ticket assistance.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.3
Excellent
2387 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
34-8, Jong-ro 57-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Hostel Vanilla Dongdaemun 2 is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Seoul. The property features a wide range of facilities to make your stay a pleasant experience. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, family room, newspapers are just some of the facilities on offer. Designed for comfort, selected guestrooms offer television LCD/plasma screen, clothes rack, linens, mirror, slippers to ensure a restful night. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. For reliable service and professional staff, Hostel Vanilla Dongdaemun 2 caters to your needs.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
9.3
Excellent
138 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
9, Myeongdong 8na-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Ekonomy Hotel Myeondong Premier is situated on the famous Myeongdong Street. It offers a prime location just a minute's walk away from Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4) and compact private rooms with free WiFi. Each room at Myeongdong Ekonomy Hotel Premier is equipped with air conditioning, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Linen and towels are provided and the private bathroom includes a shower and bath amenities. You can use the shared kitchen area at Ekonomy Hotel Myeongdong. The hotel also houses shared internet PCs, and it offers luggage storage service. Within walking distance of the hotel are numerous shops, dessert cafés, restaurants and bars on Myeongdong Street. Dongdaemun, another famous shopping district, is 3 subway stations away. Gimpo Airport is a 40-minute drive and Incheon Airport is a 60-minute drive from the hotel.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
711 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
37-7, World Cup-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Inno Hostel and Pub Lounge Hongdae is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Seoul. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. To be found at the hotel are free Wi-Fi in all rooms, facilities for disabled guests, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas. Designed for comfort, selected guestrooms offer towels, clothes rack, television LCD/plasma screen, mirror, linens to ensure a restful night. Take a break from a long day and make use of children's playground, garden. Friendly staff, great facilities and close proximity to all that Seoul has to offer are three great reasons you should stay at Inno Hostel and Pub Lounge Hongdae.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
687 reviews
Location
6.6 km from city centre
15, Daehak-ro 2-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and free WiFi, as well as a TV and air conditioning. Other amenities include towels, slippers, kitchenware and utensils, and tour/ticket assistance.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.1
Excellent
510 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
89-20, Musumak-Gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Chris Hostel is situated a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Singeumho Subway Station (Line 5). Dongdaemun Market is a 12-minute subway train ride away. Complimentary WiFi is provided. Equipped with air-conditioning and heating systems, rooms feature a TV, a fridge and an en suite bathroom with shower facilities. Guests can make use of the communal kitchen and the computer lounge. A luggage storage service is available. Chris Hostel is a 20-minute subway ride from Gwanghwamun Square. N Seoul Tower is a 13-minute drive, while the bustling Itaewon area is a 15-minute drive away. Gimpo International Airport and Incheon International Airport are both an hour subway ride from Chris Hostel.
Free Wi-Fi
5.6
Okay
344 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
138, Cheonggu-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and air conditioning, as well as laundry facilities and daily housekeeping. Other amenities include towels, luggage storage, coffee/tea, and free toiletries.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
95 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
5F 19-3, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and towels. Other amenities include slippers, an electric kettle, kitchenware and utensils, and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
224 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
87, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Located in Seo-daemun, YH GuestHouse is a perfect starting point from which to explore Seoul. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the property's facilities and services. To be found at the property are free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, convenience store, kitchen, 24-hour front desk. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as additional bathroom, additional toilet, cleaning products, clothes rack, complimentary tea. The property offers various recreational opportunities. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Seoul, YH GuestHouse will make you feel instantly at home.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.0
Excellent
62 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Seoul, South Korea

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Seoul, South Korea. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:May
Average price in Seoul:$52/night
Cheapest price found:$10/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$11 - $126
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$11 - $126
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Seoul, South Korea hostels

Browse through properties in Seoul, South Korea that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,136 properties in Seoul, South Korea and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
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.
Show all 5,136 hostels
13/F, 24-28 Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Seoul, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$56
Avg. per night
62, Seolleung-ro 90-Gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$65
Avg. per night
31, Myeongdong 4-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$67
Avg. per night
43-7, Namsandong-2ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$47
Avg. per night
25-2, Daehak-ro 2-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$41
Avg. per night
85, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$41
Avg. per night
700-31, Yeoksam-dong, Seoul, South Korea
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
141, Sinchon-ro, Seoul, South Korea
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$69
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Seoul, South Korea

Discover affordable stays in Seoul, South Korea that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Seoul, South Korea can be found for as low as $10 per night. There is currently one property in Seoul, South Korea that can be booked for this price. The One Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Seoul, South Korea. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024
Out of the hostels in Seoul we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Show all 5,136 hostels
43, Dongmak-ro 9-Gil, Seoul, South Korea
6.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$10
Avg. per night
18, Yeonnam-ro 3-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
6.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$14
Avg. per night
56-126, Daehyeon-Dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
20-12, Jong-ro 65-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$19
Avg. per night
36, Donggyo-ro 38-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$19
Avg. per night
31, Toegye-ro 20-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Seoul, South Korea

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Seoul to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Seoul at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
hostels located in the Seoul area sorted by price and hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
2 stars and under
34-8, Jong-ro 57-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
37-7, World Cup-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
700-31, Yeoksam-dong, Seoul, South Korea
3 stars
15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Seoul, South Korea
9, Myeongdong 8na-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
31, Toegye-ro 20-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Best prices found by HotelsCombined users in the past 24 hours.

Other accommodations in Seoul, South Korea

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Seoul, South Korea.
Show all 5,136 stays
41-5, World Cup-ro 20-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$12
Avg. per night
35-20, Seongbuk-ro 8-Gil, Seoul, South Korea
4.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$412
Avg. per night
158, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$95
Avg. per night
50 Hyoryeong-ro 53-Gil, Seoul, South Korea
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$109
Avg. per night
94, Banghwa-Daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
15.0 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$112
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Seoul, South Korea

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Seoul to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Seoul neighborhood(s) you plan on visiting. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hostel.

Facts about staying in Seoul, South Korea

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Seoul to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

    $52 per night is how much hostels in Seoul cost, on average. $11 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $51 per night or less is a good deal. Seoul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with May being the most expensive month to book, and in June being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

    Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun is the best Seoul hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun has a rating of 9.3/10 from 138 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

    The closest Seoul hostel to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport is Hiseoul Youthhostel, which is 10.1 km away.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Seoul closest to Namdaemun Market?

    57 Myeongdong Hostel is the most popular hostel in Seoul that’s close to Namdaemun Market (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.5 km from 57 Myeongdong Hostel to Namdaemun Market. While there may be other hostels near Namdaemun Market, 57 Myeongdong Hostel is highly rated (8.0/10) by 2,344 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.

  • Does Seoul have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there is a hostel in Seoul with “Pool” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 1 hostel have the “Pool” amenity in the Seoul area. Hostel Tommy is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

See more FAQs

Find better results for your stay in Seoul, South Korea

Cheapest stays
Consider a cheaper holiday by staying in a hostel in these cities.

Millions of Reviews
Real ratings and reviews from millions of guests, just like yourself. Book your perfect stay with confidence!
Best Hotel Deals
HotelsCombined sources over 3 million hotels and properties and compiles them in one place so you can compare the ideal accommodation.
Free cancellation
Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book hotels and accommodations on HotelsCombined from agencies that offer free cancellation