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Popular hostels in Seoul, South Korea

Discover well-known properties in Seoul, South Korea that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 4,826 hotels in Seoul, South Korea and price data was last updated on 19 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Seoul, South Korea is $48/night.
These are some of the hostels in Seoul with the highest demand. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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9, Myeongdong 8na-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Located in Central Seoul, Ekonomy Hotel Myeongdong Premier is close to Myeongdong Cathedral. It also offers a rooftop terrace, free Wi-Fi and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
565 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
37-7, World Cup-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
This comfortable hostel in Seoul provides complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as a coffee bar and a 24-hour reception. It is situated a brief walk from Hongdae Area and Hongdae Happy Day Spa.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
527 reviews
Location
6.6 km from city centre
15, Daehak-ro 2-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite is located in Seoul and is close to the area's well-known attractions. Those staying at the property can also make use of complimentary wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.1
Excellent
431 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
89-20, Musumak-Gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Chris Hostel provides a comfortable setting when in Seoul. Those staying at the property can also enjoy free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
5.7
Okay
261 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
138, Cheonggu-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Situated just a short stroll from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Subway Station (Line 2 & 4 & 5), Plan A Hostel in Dongdaemun offers guests an ideal base when in Seoul. Guests can also enjoy free internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.7
Excellent
73 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
5F 19-3, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Situated in Central Seoul, Philstay Myeongdong Metro is a few steps from Myeongdong Cathedral. It is surrounded by a range of restaurants and cafés and is minutes on foot from Myeong-dong Subway Station (Line 4).
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
179 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
31, Toegye-ro 20-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
The Cube Hotel Seoul is situated in Central Seoul, just 35 minutes from Gimpo International Airport. It also offers a tour desk, a safe and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
393 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
87, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Less than 20 minutes' stroll from Hongik Univ. Subway Station (Line 2), YH guesthouse offers guests an ideal base while in Seoul. It also offers a 24-hour reception, a laundry service and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
48 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
13, Jangseungbaegi-ro 26-Gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, South Korea
The Core Albergue - Hostel is set in Seoul and is within a short walk of local sightseeing spots, such as Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market. Guests can also make the most of free internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.1
Excellent
221 reviews
Location
6.1 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 19 April 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Seoul:$48/night
Cheapest price found:$14/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$15 - $121
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$20 - $66
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 4,826 properties in Seoul, South Korea and data was last updated on 19 April 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.
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13/F, 24-28 Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$77
Avg. per night
62, Seolleung-ro 90-Gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$63
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
79, Ikseon-Dong, Jongro-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
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
$37
Avg. per night
85, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
Avg. per night
34-8, Jong-ro 57-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$42
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 19 April 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.
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43, Dongmak-ro 9-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
6.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$10
Avg. per night
56-126, Daehyeon-Dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
9, Noksapyeong-Daero 32-Gil, Seoul, South Korea
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
43, Toegye-ro 18-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
0.8 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
$20
Avg. per night
700-31, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
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 19 April 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
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, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3 stars
3 stars
15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
9, Myeongdong 8na-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
31, Toegye-ro 20-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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Other accommodations in Seoul, South Korea

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15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$58
Avg. per night
94, Banghwa-Daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
15.0 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$112
Avg. per night
60, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$336
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 19 April 2024.
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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 19 April 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

    $49 per night is how much hostels in Seoul cost, on average. $15 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $48 per night or less is a good deal. Seoul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with March 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 9.2/10 from 70 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 2,089 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 “Internet” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Seoul with “Internet” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 32 hostels have the “Internet” amenity in the Seoul area. Step Inn Myeongdong 1 is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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