What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

On average, it’s $93/night for a hostel in Seoul, though $88/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $19/night in Seoul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in April (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

With an average review score of 9.6 (out of 10) from 635 HotelsCombined users, Zzzip Guesthouse in Hongdae is considered the best Seoul hostel.

What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

Hi Seoul Youth Hostel is 10.1 km away from Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport, making it the closest Seoul hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Seoul is most popular to stay in?

Mapo-gu is the most popular area of Seoul to stay in. In the past year, 3% of HotelsCombined users looking for Seoul hostels searched within Mapo-gu. Hostel Cleo Seoul Hongdae is a popular hostel in Mapo-gu if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Seoul closest to Dongmyo Subway Station (Line 1 & 6)?

The most popular Seoul hostel near Dongmyo Subway Station (Line 1 & 6) is Hostel Korea - Original. Hostel Korea - Original has a rating of 5.7/10 from 2,287 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.6 km from Dongmyo Subway Station (Line 1 & 6).

Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

Hostels in Seoul tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Seoul hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is June ($53). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is October ($78).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Tuesday ($20). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $84.

How much is a hostel in Seoul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Seoul tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $110, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $48 for a 4-star hostel in Seoul for tonight.

How much is a Seoul hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Seoul this weekend for as little as $26/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $28/night. For a 4-star hostel in Seoul, the cheapest rate recently found was $58/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 69 days before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 69 days ahead was $43 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Seoul, South Korea

These Seoul properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

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Hostel Korea - Original

20-12, Jong-ro 65-Gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

3.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$28

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Popular hostels in Seoul, South Korea

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Travel insights for hostels in Seoul

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is June ($53). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is October ($78).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Tuesday ($20). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $84.

How much is a hostel in Seoul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Seoul tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $110, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $48 for a 4-star hostel in Seoul for tonight.

How much is a Seoul hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 69 days before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 69 days ahead was $43 per night.

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Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

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