What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

€47/night is an average price for a hostel in Seoul throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in October is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Seoul hostels for as low as €10/night. In general, Seoul hostels for €28 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

Based on our data, Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung is the best Seoul hostel, with a rating of 8.6/10 from 513 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

Hiseoul Youthhostel is the nearest hostel in Seoul to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport, at a distance of 10.1 km.

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

The most popular hostel in Seoul that’s close to Hongdae Area is Hiseoul Youthhostel. Just 4.0 km separate Hiseoul Youthhostel from Hongdae Area, the city’s most popular attraction. 456 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Hiseoul Youthhostel a score of 8.5/10.

Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

Staying in a Seoul hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Seoul tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

Does Seoul have hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 26 Seoul hostels list “Kitchen/kitchenette” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Seoul with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Step Inn Myeongdong 1.

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Popular hostels in Seoul, South Korea

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OYO Hostel Myeongdong 1

3F, 21-7, Myeongdong 8Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Located in Central Seoul, this hostel is a few minutes away from Myeongdong Cathedral. It also offers free Wi-Fi, a concierge and an express check-in and check-out feature.

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Excellent

489 reviews

Location

1.2 km from city centre

€47

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Hostel Tommy

66, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Situated only a brief stroll from Jongno 3(sam)-ga Subway Station (Line 1 & 3 & 5), Hostel Tommy provides guests with an ideal base while in Seoul. It also provides meeting rooms, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

9.3

Excellent

598 reviews

Location

2.5 km from city centre

€21

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Insadong Hostel

48, Insadong 14 Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Situated just a five-minute stroll from Anguk Subway Station (Line 3), Insadong Hostel provides guests with an ideal base while visiting Seoul.

Free Wi-Fi

8.2

Excellent

759 reviews

Location

2.6 km from city centre

€47

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Chloe Hostel

32-4, Jong-ro 16-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Hostel Chloe Jongno is situated in Seoul and offers free Wi-Fi. It is close to Cheonggyecheon, restaurants and shops.

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Excellent

548 reviews

Location

1.9 km from city centre

€28

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Step Inn Myeongdong 1

15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Located under a 10-minute walk from Euljiro-1(il) ga Subway Station (Line 2), Step Inn Myeongdong 1 provides guests with a convenient base while visiting Seoul. It offers city views and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

8.3

Excellent

1946 reviews

Location

1.4 km from city centre

€53

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Philstay Myeongdong Metro

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

181 reviews

Location

1.2 km from city centre

€53

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Oppa Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

18-5, Yonsei-ro 2na-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Located under a 10-minute walk from Ehwa Womans Univ. Subway Station (Line 2), Oppa Hostel Seoul offers guests an ideal base when in Seoul. The various facilities this baroque hostel has to offer include free Wi-Fi, valet parking and a rooftop terrace.

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Parking

Airport shuttle

9.3

Excellent

102 reviews

Location

4.5 km from city centre

€27

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Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae Foreigner only

18, Yeonnam-ro 3-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

This Seoul hostel is located within a 10-minute walk of Hongik Univ. Subway Station (Line 2). Guests can also make the most of free internet access throughout the property.

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

7.1

Good

505 reviews

Location

6.0 km from city centre

€25

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The Core Albergue

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

€36

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Average price in Seoul:	€46/night
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