Hostels in Seoul, South Korea

55 hostels available. Prices start from $6 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Seoul

Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae

Mapo District
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…-10 days before check-in : no charge - 5 days before check-in : 50% of total booking or -1 night(whichever higher) - 4 days before check-in : 100% of total booking - No show : 100% of total … More

Hostel Tommy

Jongno District
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Dormitory rooms have private lockers and shared bathroom facilities. Private rooms have a flat-screen TV, sofa and an en suite bathroom. Yellow Brick 2 is a 9-minute walk from the art galleries … More

Jin's Paradise

Donggyo-Dong
Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…This is a Fun but also really relaxed place. Since our host and staff are real backpackers, We do what we need for our staying. ■ Free coffee and tea 24hrs □Free laundry ■Free city maps & … More
Adventure Hostels Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…1. Cancellation policy: 2 days before arrival. 2. Check in from 14:00 to 23:00. 3. Check out before 11:00 noon. 4. Payment upon arrival by cash. Credit card is accepted. 5. Reception working … More
Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…This is the place to go if you want to kick back and relax from your busy normal life with exploring Seoul, in the mood for relaxing place, with lots of novel & cartoon books and a cozy atmosphere … More

Hithere Guesthouse


Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Breakfast: included 7. Quite hours are from 21:00pm 8. No smoking in rooms, but designated area is provided 9. Pets are not allowed 10. Reception working hours: from 10:00am to 20:00pm" …" … More
Family-Friendly Hostel
103-2 Bogwang-ro, Yongsan-gu More

Hostel Haru

Seorin-Dong
Free Breakfast
Female Solo Traveller Quiet Rest
"…Amenities are high speed internet, printing and faxing services. *** 1) Regular room : 15% OFF (Minimum stay 2 nights) >> 1 night no discount. 2) Dormitory room : 10% OFF (Minimum stay 3 … More

Seoul Cube Jongro


Free Breakfast
"…7. No curfew 8. Strictly non-smoking in the whole hostel 9. Child policy and Extra bed: (1) Children are not allowed (2) Cots and extra beds are not available at this property 10. Age … More
"…200 meters from Jongmyo Shrine and around 600 meters from Changgyeonggung Palace & Gwangjang Market. The property is also close to popular attractions like Jogyesa Temple, Myeongdong Cathedral and … More

Insadong Hostel

Jongno District
Free Breakfast
Couples Solo Traveller
"Welcome to Insa Hostel, located at Insadong, Seoul. Insa Hostel Insadong is a brand new Hostel opened in August 2013. We welcome travelers of all walks of life to experience the Korean culture, … More

Philstay Ehwa Boutique - Female Only

Daehyeon-Dong
Free Breakfast
Female Solo Traveller
"…3 minutes to the Exit No. 2 of the Metro Station. From here, guests will be minutes away from the major tourist attractions in the lively city such as Sinchon, Hongik University, Myeondong, … More
Family-Friendly Hostel
90, World Cup buk-ro 4-gil, Mapo-gu More

Able Guesthouse Hongdae

Mapo District
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel
"…***Property Policies & Conditions: 1. Check in time from 3pm and check out until 11am. 2. Both cash and credit card are accepted upon arrival. 3. Cancellation policy: At least a 7-day … More

G Guest House Itaewon In

Yongsan District
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Have teatime at G guesthouse's shared cafeteria with free coffee and tea. You can cook your own meal anytime at our shared kitchen. Join the MOVIE NIGHT, it's on every Thursday; enjoy the movie, … More

The One Hostel Hongdae In

Mapo District
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The hostel itself is not so easy to find, as there is only one blue sign for the hostel attached to outside four stories up (the level the hostel is on). Even then, there is no indication of where … More

Seoul Cube Hostel

Itaewon
Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Quiet Rest
"…Our friendly staff is always there to help you. For any travel questions, please feel free to let us know. We will give you suggestions accordingly. Looking forward to seeing you! *** … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Taxes included. 7. Breakfast: included and provided between 08:00am and 11:00am 8. Pets are not allowed 9. Strictly non-smoking in the whole area of property - KRW100,000 penalty will be … More

Namsan Guest House


Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…They recommended restaurants to go to, picked us up at the subway stop, served us fresh-brewed coffee. The other guests were quiet and friendly. I recommend this place if you want a good place in … More

Stepinn Myeongdong 1


Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…4min from Lotte department store, and even in the middle of Myeongdong shopping area. 3. If you are lucky, you might stay in the rooms with city view and N Seoul tower. 4. Even additionally … More

Hostels in Seoul, South Korea

55 hostels available. Prices start from $6 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Seoul (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Seoul.

In Seoul, South Korea, skyscrapers and ancient palaces coexist. With more than twenty-five million people, it is one of the largest metropolitan cities and of the biggest cultural and financial centres in Asia. The city is divided by the Han River. Seoul has many areas, and each of them may feel like a different city. Each of these "cities" has a different vibe, so it is recommended to check what kind of neighbourhood appeals the most to you, before booking your Seoul, South Korea hostel. Sinchon, Hongdae, Itaewon, Bukchon, Myeongdong, and Insadong are some of the most popular districts to book a hostel in Seoul, South Korea, but there are many more interesting districts in Seoul.

Sinchon and Hongdae districts are home to many university students. This district is very much alive at night with a great clubbing scene and plenty of restaurants and cafes. Sinchon or Hongdae are good choices for a Seoul, South Korea hostel if you are planning on partying. Itaewon is interesting for the same reasons, but has a bigger expat community. The Bukchon area is away from the skyscrapers and modern architecture. Bukchon is a district full of cultural landmarks and the buildings consist of traditional Korean houses. Booking a Seoul, South Korea hostel in this district is ideal if you plan to see a lot of cultural sites while here.

If shopping and street food are your priorities on your visit, then booking your Seoul, South Korea hostel in Myeongdong may be your best choice. Myeongdong is one of Seoul’s best districts for fashion lovers and there are plenty of street food stalls to get a bite. Insadong is not as crowed as most other districts, but is still great for exploring Seoul’s cultural sites -- Insadong is a great choice for families to book a Seoul, South Korea hostel.

Seoul is a massive city with lots of interesting landmarks. You can easily spend more than a week and still have a list of interesting landmarks that you have not seen. If you are staying for more than a few days in Seoul, you might as well change hostels within Seoul to get a better idea of the different districts.

Written by local enthusiast for Seoul hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Seoul hostels Martin Straatman

Seoul Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Seoul, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 55
Average dorm price $31
Average private room price $110
Cheapest hostel in Seoul Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun with $12
Party hostels in Seoul Jin's Paradise (9 in total)
Most Seoul hostels are located in Mapo District, Jongno District, Yongsan District
Average rating of all hostels 5.8

FAQ about Seoul Hostels

We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Seoul. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?

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Travel Tips for Seoul - from the Community

Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking Seoul. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of Seoul. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!

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