What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

Seoul hostels are S$ 73/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In January is often the cheapest month to book, and in April is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Seoul. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 11/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Seoul for S$ 59/night or less a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Seoul is Hostel Tommy. 2,129 users from HotelsCombined gave the Hostel Tommy a 9.4/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

It is 10.1 km to get from Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport to Hi Seoul Youth Hostel (the nearest Seoul hostel to the 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, 7% of HotelsCombined users looking for Seoul hostels searched within Mapo-gu. The One Hostel Hongdae in Seoul - Foreigner Only 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 Euljiro 3(sam)-ga Subway Station (Line 2 & 3)?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Euljiro 3(sam)-ga Subway Station (Line 2 & 3) while in Seoul, then opt for the popular Rainbow Hotel Myeongdong with a 7.0/10 review score from 480 users. The distance from Euljiro 3(sam)-ga Subway Station (Line 2 & 3) to Rainbow Hotel Myeongdong is 0.4 km.

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.

Does Seoul have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Seoul has 1 hostel with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Hostel Tommy is the most popular Seoul hostel with this amenity.

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

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Sunday (S$ 48). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 226.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 60 days before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 60 days ahead was S$ 43 per night.

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Goodstay Saewha Hostel

79, Ikseon-Dong, Jongro-gu, Seoul, South Korea

2.5 km from city centre

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S$ 38

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Travel insights for hostels in Seoul

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Seoul including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Sunday (S$ 48). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 226.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 60 days before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 60 days ahead was S$ 43 per night.

Top-rated Seoul, South Korea hostels

Browse through properties in Seoul, South Korea that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 7,222 properties in Seoul, South Korea and data was last updated on 2 August 2025.

These Seoul properties are among the highest rated by our users. Skim through hostel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.

Cheapest hostels in Seoul, South Korea

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