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 May — 3 May2
Seoul, South Korea
Thu 2/5
Fri 3/5
...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 4,860 hotels in Seoul, South Korea and price data was last updated on 25 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Seoul, South Korea is C$ 74/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Seoul area. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
Filter by star ratings
All filters
11f,12f 61, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Providing a shuttle service to Gimpo International Airport, as well as free Wi-Fi, Hostel Haru is a comfortable base in Seoul. It is steps from Cheonggyecheon.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.9
Excellent
473 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
C$ 49
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.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
9.3
Excellent
102 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
C$ 40
242-11, Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
BB Hongdae Line is situated in Mapo-gu, just 25 minutes from Gimpo International Airport. It also offers valet parking, a 24-hour reception and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
800 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
C$ 79
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
436 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
C$ 51
141, Sinchon-ro, Seoul, South Korea
Wegoinn Hostel is set in Seoul and is within a 10-minute walk of Sinchon Subway Station (Line 2). It provides free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1091 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
C$ 85
31, Mapo-Daero 12-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Naru Hostel provides a comfortable setting while in Seoul. It also features laundry facilities, a 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
6.8
Good
64 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
C$ 37
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
C$ 31
11-4, Toegye-ro 22-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Located in Central Seoul, this guest house is five minutes from Myeongdong Cathedral. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
148 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
C$ 66

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 25 April 2024.
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Seoul:C$ 74/night
Cheapest price found:C$ 14/night
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
C$ 27 - C$ 223
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
C$ 33 - C$ 159
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 4,860 properties in Seoul, South Korea and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Seoul. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
Show all 4,860 hostels
13/F, 24-28 Chungmuro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 104
Avg. per night
62, Seolleung-ro 90-Gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 85
Avg. per night
31, Myeongdong 4-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 90
Avg. per night
79, Ikseon-Dong, Jongro-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 56
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
C$ 64
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
C$ 49
Avg. per night
85, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 57
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
C$ 52
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 C$ 14 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 25 April 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Seoul we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
Show all 4,860 hostels
43, Dongmak-ro 9-Gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
6.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 14
Avg. per night
243, Hyoje-Dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
C$ 16
Avg. per night
56-126, Daehyeon-Dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 22
Avg. per night
9, Noksapyeong-Daero 32-Gil, Seoul, South Korea
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
C$ 23
Avg. per night
43, Toegye-ro 18-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 25
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
C$ 27
Avg. per night
700-31, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 30
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 25 April 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Seoul. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
11f,12f 61, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 49
18-5, Yonsei-ro 2na-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 40
700-31, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 30
3 stars
3 stars
9, Myeongdong 8na-Gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 58
15th F, 7-1 Myeongdong1-Ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 77
15, Daehak-ro 2-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
C$ 51

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

Other accommodations in Seoul, South Korea

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Seoul, South Korea. There are 4,860 properties in Seoul, South Korea and price data was last updated on 25 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Seoul, South Korea is C$ 74/night.
Show all 4,860 stays
689, Samyang-ro, Seoul, South Korea
12.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 225
Avg. per night
9, Gukhoe-Daero 72-Gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 97
Avg. per night
94, Banghwa-Daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
15.0 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 143
Avg. per night
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 152
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 25 April 2024.
Navigate to the areas in Seoul you plan to visit to find hostels that are close by. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

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 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

    On average, it’s C$ 75/night for a hostel in Seoul, though C$ 57/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 14/night in Seoul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

    Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung boasts a 8.6/10 review rating from 513 users, making it the best hostel in Seoul.

  • What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

    It is 10.1 km to get from Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport to Hiseoul Youthhostel (the nearest Seoul hostel to the airport).

  • What area of Seoul is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Seoul is Ilsandong-gu, according to our data. 50% of users who searched for hostels in Seoul looked for properties in Ilsandong-gu. If you’re interested in staying in Ilsandong-gu, consider the Ymca Goyang Youth Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Seoul closest to Gyeongbokgung Palace?

    Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung is the most popular hostel in Seoul that’s close to Gyeongbokgung Palace (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 1.2 km from Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung to Gyeongbokgung Palace. While there may be other hostels near Gyeongbokgung Palace, Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung is highly rated (8.6/10) by 513 users.

  • Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Seoul hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Seoul.

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

    Yes, there are hostels in Seoul with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 25 hostels have the “Kitchen/Kitchenette” amenity in the Seoul area. Step Inn Myeongdong 1 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

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