Seoul Hostels

"Here's a breakdown of my stay, highlighting the pros and cons: **The Good:** * There's a lounge on each floor (or so it seemed) offering complimentary coffee and instant ramen. Laundry facilities, including a washing machine, detergent, and fabric softener, are also available for free use. I didn't personally use them, nor did I see anyone else using them. * The place was incredibly clean. Oddly enough, there were chairs in the hallway. * The location is fantastic! There are tons of restaurants nearby, so you'll never be short of dining options. It's also very close to the train station. * I had a late check-in planned, but the staff communicated with me beforehand via message, which put my mind at ease. After 9 PM, check-in is done via a kiosk. * I was able to request an extra room key. * The refrigerator is a good, family-sized one, and the freezer has plenty of space. * They even provide toothbrushes, which is a rare find these days! Bath towels are also included. You can freely replenish toilet paper and hand towels, and fresh bath towels can be obtained from the front desk. **The Not-So-Good:** * I could faintly hear karaoke sounds seeping through the walls, but it didn't bother me personally. * Because there's a PC center (or similar) and a karaoke establishment in the building, I sometimes had to wait for an elevator, as they were often full. * The shower drain had a slight odor. * While the shower and toilet are somewhat separated, they're very close together and the space is extremely cramped. Toilet paper, shampoo, and other items are placed directly above the toilet, so you have to be careful when showering to avoid soaking the toilet paper. There seem to be frequent complaints about the karaoke noise, and they appear to be taking measures to address it (I've included a photo at the end). Overall, it offers excellent value for money, and I would definitely consider staying here again if the opportunity arises."

"This was my third time staying here, and the location is still super convenient. Food deliveries come right to your room, and there are plenty of restaurants downstairs, plus coffee shops and convenience stores. The guesthouse is right on the main road, so no navigating alleyways. The area feels safe too, with lots of young people and university students around. There's a washing machine and dryer in the hallway, which is really handy. I switched rooms midway through my stay. The underfloor heating in the smaller room wasn't very warm, but the larger room was excessively hot – as someone from the south, I couldn't handle it and had to use the AC to adjust the temperature. I added the owner on WeChat, and they were always responsive and very helpful. All in all, it's perfect for a solo traveler. I'll definitely come back if I get the chance!"

"I don't usually leave reviews, but this is the best value for money I've ever experienced. Cleanliness is my top priority when choosing accommodation, and I felt reassured because it was so well-maintained. The staff were also very friendly, which made my stay very pleasant. The room was on the smaller side, but the natural light was great so it didn't feel cramped. The breakfast was also practical, as I could grab a light meal from the self-service bar. Considering its location in the heart of Myeongdong, which makes it easy to get anywhere, I definitely intend to visit again."

"Stayed here for a few nights in Seoul. Location is the best part — right in Myeongdong, super close to subway, shopping streets, and food stalls. Very convenient especially for first-time visitors. Staff are friendly and helpful, check-in was smooth. Rooms are clean but quite small, so don’t expect a big space if you have large luggage. Bed is okay but a bit firm. Overall it’s a great value-for-money stay if you just need a comfortable place to sleep while exploring Seoul all day"

"The room was decent. We stayed here because we were going out in Itaewon at night. We arrived very late, but the self-check-in was quite convenient. It's just a few minutes' walk to Itaewon. (On the way here from the subway station, there's a small downhill path with delicious potato pork bone soup and a supermarket – very convenient!) The room size was okay, but the bathroom was a bit small, not big enough for two people at once. The table could even expand, which was nice! Breakfast was a self-serve buffet, and it looked fun to fry your own eggs, but we couldn't get up early enough. The microwave and water dispenser are on different floors."

"The location is in a small street full of busy forklifts, which seems strange at first, but actually the public transport options around are super convenient. The capsule is comfortable and just big enough. Everything feels rather anonymous and there is no staff to greet you most of the time. Bathroom is OK, showers are in the basement and do just what they're supposed to. I'm not sure what the staff is up to in ”The Capsule Research & Development Center” 😜"

"This was a great place for a solo traveler! The location was perfect, right in front of DDP. It's in a multi-use building, so it might take a little searching to find it. Opening the entrance requires a touch panel, which might seem a bit tricky at first, but it's not difficult at all. The shower and toilet are in the same area with no partition, which some might dislike, but it's manageable if you don't mind things getting a little wet (lol). They provided a toothbrush and two bottles of water. The hairdryer was a Dyson. Even with the AC on, the room still felt a bit warm. My room was on a different floor than the check-in, but the lower floor had amenities like a microwave and coffee, and it seemed like the kitchen and other facilities were freely available for use!"

"The location is convenient, the service is very warm and welcoming, it's really great. The hotel is quiet on Myeongdong Walking Street."

"The hotel is super. The room was small, but there was storage space for our belongings. We weren't bothered by any excessive noise. The room was warm; the only thing was that in February, the bathroom was a bit chilly at times. The location is good. We enjoy walking and hardly used public transport, walking to about half of the attractions. Housekeeping was good, done every 2-3 days. Our bed linen was changed 2 or 3 times during our 11-day stay. With discounts from Trip.com, it turned out to be quite budget-friendly. We are completely satisfied. What's also important is that the lobby has a lot of amenities: free coffee, water, ice, tea, toast, jam, a washing machine and dryer, detergent, and a clothes steamer."

"This is a hostel with self-check-in. Aside from cleaning staff at designated times, there are basically no services. The Westin Hotel across the street has an airport shuttle, but you have to go up to the first floor to catch it. The only downside is that the bathroom doesn't have a separate wet and dry area, and there isn't even a shower curtain, so the entire bathroom gets soaked after a shower. You have to leave your trash outside the door every morning. Hotels in Seoul are very expensive, so I can overlook the small rooms, but the bathroom design is really something – for the same price, you'd often get breakfast included in Japan."