Top Hostels in Seoul in 2026

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Standard Double Room, City View | In-room safe, free WiFi

1. RedRoof

Jongno-gu

Rp750.867 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. V Stay

Myeong-dong

Rp1.201.940 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Family Triple Room, City View | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

3. KIMSTEL Jongno

Jongno-gu

Rp1.442.343 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Deluxe Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi

4. THEZIP Hotel

Hongdae

"We enjoyed our stay at theZip Hotel very much. It was conveniently located between 2 train stations, a 1 min walk to Sinchon Station and a 4 min walk to Sogang University Station. Plus it was a quick 15 min walk to Sogang University where my son is going to school for the semester. We were very impressed with how well maintained the property is and how convenient the shared kitchen is with all the amenities you need. And even better if you make arrangements before hand, you can drop your...

Joan

Rp1.353.648 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

5. elim hostel

Jung-gu

KISARA

Rp1.166.410 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

6. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Jung-gu

Diana

Rp1.431.165 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Deluxe Twin Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

7. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

Hongdae

Trang

Rp865.532 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

8. Zen Seoul Stay

Jongno-gu

Rp694.177 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Seoul101 Jongno

Jongno-gu

Marui

Rp1.081.758 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

10. Hostel Tommy

Jongno-gu

Peter

Rp1.172.390 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

Myeong-dong

Barry

Rp1.504.050 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

12. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Myeong-dong

Siow Leng

Rp1.777.089 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

13. Loft13 Hostel

Hongdae

"I had a great stay at Loft13 Hostel! It was an excellent value for the price. The hostel was very clean, and everything was well maintained. The highlight of my stay was definitely the staff—they were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything I needed. I also really appreciated having access to the washer and dryer, which was so convenient during my trip. As a bonus, the city views from the windows were beautiful, especially at night. I would definitely stay here...

Jasmin

Rp1.017.838 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

14. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

Myeong-dong

michelle

Rp1.167.571 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

15. H HOSTEL Itaewon

Yongsan-gu

davut

Rp944.849 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

16. B my guesthouse - Hostel

Myeong-dong

Lucy

Rp897.640 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

17. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Myeong-dong

Paolo

Rp1.006.557 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

18. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong

Mikkjal Sune

Rp1.932.118 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

19. Wegoinn Hostel

Sinchon-dong

Noboru

Rp1.272.656 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

20. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

Jongno-gu

Hua

Rp674.893 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"I liked this hotel. It was in a convenient spot. It was clean and a comfortable stay with my 2 friends. The staff were nice and helpful. I would recommend this hotel!"

Lotte Hotel World

8/10 Good

"I will not return to this hotel in the future. The negative aspects of this hotel negate the all the positive things about it for me. The hotel is neither close to gangnam or gangbuk. It is quite a distance away from most of the attraction sites in Gangbuk (easily taking 50-55mins using subway and walking). I will choose to stay either at Gangnam or close to attraction sites in Gangbuk the next time. More importantly, the staff are unhelpful. Polite but unhelpful. I don’t think it is individual staff necessarily. there is no concept of hospitality across all front desk staff. I find their lack of caring profoundly upsetting. I’ve contacted the hotel 4-5days prior to our arrival enquiring if we could check in early because we had a dentist appointment at 2:30pm after arriving from Australia at the hotel in late morning and would like to have a short rest before getting to the dentist. They sent a very standardised email advising they cannot guarantee an early check in and it will depend on availability. On the day of arrival, they advised there is no availability and they were going to check us in only after 3. There was no offer to use their changing room and shower in their swimming pool to freshen ourselves up or offer of contacting us earlier than 3 if a room was to become available.instead I was told if I want to check in early, I need to pay for a day which got me thinking that they do have rooms available but just don’t want us to check in a couple of hrs early."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8/10 Good

"Good central location but the walk to the subway is too long. The room is smaller than expected and the bathroom is not separate from the bed area. An awkward design. I mentioned to the front desk and showed some pictures, that the shower wand holder was loose on the wall, nothing was done to correct the problem. I also mentioned the mold on the bathroom wall near the soap dispensers. The solution was that housekeeping scrubbed the mold with a toothpick and left the dirty toothpick on my scrub sponge."

The Shilla Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"I love the shilla! Beautiful hotel and wonderful service. Enjoyed all my meals at their in-house restaurants. My only disappointment is their offer of shilla shuttle to the myeong-do area -- they don't actually have it. They said they sometimes do not offer the service...no guarantee. Why offer this service on the hotel description if the hotel doesn't guarantee it. No one could explain it to me."

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

8/10 Good

"It was a good experience overall but there were some inconsistencies from housekeeper. They took our bathrobes and never gave us replacements right after the first and second day of our stay. They also didnt provide trash bags for the garbages in the bathroom and kitchen except for the first time which feels strange for a 5 star hotel but overall, I am thankful for the job they did helping us clean up the room and there were no other qualms besides that. The washer dryer combo was terrible though and I do not recommend using it unless you plan on being there when it finishes because your clothes will just be a soaking wet mess after the “dry cycle.”"

Shilla Stay Guro Digital Complex Station

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean but smaller than what we are used to in the US. The breakfast buffet was excellent! We stayed long & each morning the chef already knew how we liked our eggs prepared. The staff were all very nice & attentive to details. The male front desk manager was very accommodating & friendly. Gave us drinks upon arrival."

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Seoul Hostels information

Number of reviews	1,072
Accommodation	213 Hostels
Lowest Price	Rp674.893
Highest Price	Rp1.932.118

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Seoul?

By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.

What are the best hostels in Seoul?

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Kiwa Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a lift and multilingual staff. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities, as well as a lift. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong - 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this property. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

How many hostels should I expect to find in Seoul?

If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Seoul, one of Expedia's 182 hostels could be a great option for you.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 1°C. The rainiest months in Seoul are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 243 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Seoul?

Overall, Seoul is known for its museums, temples and monuments. Major attractions include Myeongdong Street, Namdaemun Market and Bukchon Hanok Village. Get out into nature with places such as Namsan Mountain Park, Seoullo 7017 and Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park. Cultural attractions include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Seoul Museum of Art and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.

What's the best way to get to and around Seoul while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Seoul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. An alternative is Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.), situated 30.5 mi (49.2 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. You can take advantage of metro transport at Euljiro 1-ga Station, Jonggak Station and City Hall Station. Train stations including Seoul Station and Haengsin Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

1. RedRoof

2. V Stay

3. KIMSTEL Jongno

4. THEZIP Hotel

5. elim hostel

6. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

7. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

8. Zen Seoul Stay

9. Seoul101 Jongno

10. Hostel Tommy

11. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

12. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

13. Loft13 Hostel

14. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

15. H HOSTEL Itaewon

16. B my guesthouse - Hostel

17. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

18. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

19. Wegoinn Hostel

20. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Lotte Hotel World

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

The Shilla Seoul

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Shilla Stay Guro Digital Complex Station

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Dormy Inn SEOUL Gangnam

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Our top choices for Seoul hostels

1. RedRoof

2. V Stay

3. KIMSTEL Jongno

4. THEZIP Hotel

5. elim hostel

6. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

7. The Blossom Yeonnam Guesthouse

8. Zen Seoul Stay

9. Seoul101 Jongno

10. Hostel Tommy

11. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

12. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

13. Loft13 Hostel

14. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

15. H HOSTEL Itaewon

16. B my guesthouse - Hostel

17. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

18. Mok Hostel Seoul Myeongdong

19. Wegoinn Hostel

20. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

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