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1. Kiwa Hostel

Kiwa Hostel
2.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"The staff were so beyond kind and helpful - they also speak great english so fear not! Kiwa Hostel is a wonderful place to stay during your trip, especially as a solo traveler - i have met such wonderful people and built long time bonds and memories. 10/10 experience."
United States
Alen
Kiwa Hostel
Exterior

2. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"Easy check-in process by scanning QR code in lobby. Uses we code for lift access/building security. Provided us with water when we arrived to our room. Two of us stayed in a room with a bunk bed, was comfortable. Clean communal areas with a few food options such as ramen to buy in kitchen areas. Very easy access to DDP subway station for getting around the city."
United Kingdom
Helena
The price is P4,512
P4,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Cafe

3. Nomad Live Hostel

Nomad Live Hostel
2.0 star property
Haeundae
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Everything was excellent "
United Kingdom
Samuel
The price is P2,511
P3,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Nomad Live Hostel
Exterior

4. Gangnam Seven Hostel

Gangnam Seven Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Good place,good location"
South Korea
Bora
The price is P1,599
P1,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Gangnam Seven Hostel
In-room dining

5. Travel Light Hostel

Travel Light Hostel
2.0 star property
Seomyeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Kind staff, very clean place!"
United States
M.
The price is P2,136
P2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Travel Light Hostel
Exterior

6. INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong

INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
6.4 out of 10, (17 reviews)
"staff was very friendly and the place was spotless"
South Korea
sophia
The price is P2,877
P3,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
INN THE HOUR_Myeongdong
Front of property

7. One Way Guesthouse Busan - Hostel

One Way Guesthouse Busan - Hostel
2.0 star property
Choryang
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (111 reviews)
"Great location. Everything I needed for a stay. Highly recommended, would 100% stay again."
United States
Jacob
The price is P1,888
P2,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
One Way Guesthouse Busan - Hostel
City view from property

8. Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
"Very accessible area for food, shopping and transportation. Staff is friendly and very helpful. "
United States
Paolo
The price is P2,634
P2,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
Front of property

9. Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae

Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (151 reviews)
"Staff is very nice and welcoming, any questions we had they would try their best to guide us. "
United States
Esther
The price is P2,592
P3,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae
Bathroom

10. THAT House - Hostel

THAT House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Flood toilet was awful. Yellow toilet paper on the bathroom floor with poop. Noisy Chinese people talk the phone, snore, hit the bed. It’s the first time I went to third country then maybe it’s normal in Asia. But, I will never back."
United States
Kohei
The price is P1,977
P2,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
THAT House - Hostel
View from property

11. Capsule in Gangneung - Hostel

Capsule in Gangneung - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chodang-dong
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (42 reviews)
"My bed did not face the ocean, but the hostel is literally 1 minute walk away so I went out to the beach to see the sunrise. "
United States
Grace
The price is P2,056
P2,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Capsule in Gangneung - Hostel
Lobby

12. Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Beewon Guest House - Hostel
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (123 reviews)
"A cute and cozy place in a great area. The guesthouse was very responsive when we needed some help. A+++"
United States
Dennis
The price is P2,118
P3,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
Reception

13. Philstay Myeongdong Metro

Philstay Myeongdong Metro
2.5 star property
Myeong-dong
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (129 reviews)
"Couldn't find the place. Located in Party Alley. Don't suppose I'm getting my $43 back either."
United States
Taylor
The price is P7,430
P8,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
Breakfast area

14. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
The price is P3,109
P3,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
H HOSTEL Itaewon
View from property

15. SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Even though most rooms are shared, it is very private. When I used the bathroom or kitchen there were rarely people, so it was really relaxed. Richard is also very friendly and always ready to help! If I ever come back to Seoul I would stay here again :)"
Germany
Tabea
The price is P2,735
P3,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
Exterior

16. E-Livingtel - Hostel

E-Livingtel - Hostel
1.0 star property
Seocho-gu
5.8 out of 10, (26 reviews)
"Staff doesn't stay here and customers have to call her through telephone for checking-in. It is difficult to use telephone for foreign traveler. The room and bathrooms are poor, different from photos, not clean, no TV, no window, many bugs."
Japan
Ryo
E-Livingtel - Hostel
Property entrance

17. Lux Guesthouse - Hostel

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (62 reviews)
"A nice place for solo travelers. Enjoyed myself and was very comfortable. Necessities were provided, but bringing extras, such as shoes and towels, wouldn't hurt."
United States
SAMONE CATILYN
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel
Terrace/patio

18. W mini hotel - Hostel

W mini hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongbuk-gu
6.8 out of 10, (21 reviews)
"quiet area ,no noises but rooms are very small as name of hotel ,you can save the cost of travel expense "
United States
kirby
The price is P1,348
P1,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
W mini hotel - Hostel
Lobby

19. Mullaejung

Mullaejung
2.0 star property
Yeongdeungpo-gu
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"편의시설"
South Korea
SUJIN
The price is P3,025
P3,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Mullaejung
Lobby sitting area

20. Yeha Guesthouse - Hostel

Yeha Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Jeju City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (105 reviews)
"Wonderful stay @ Yeha! A must when u R in Jeju city! "
Singapore
Dewi
The price is P2,447
P2,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Yeha Guesthouse - Hostel
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Top South Korea Hotel Reviews

Shillamonogram Gangneung Hotel

Shillamonogram Gangneung Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotel with beautiful sea views and large comfortable rooms. Stayed for a 2 day business trip so I did not use the facilities and breakfast but the hotel and staff are very good."
Ian 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Shillamonogram Gangneung Hotel

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South Korea Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,274
Accommodation
437 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,631
Highest Price
P8,173

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