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Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

1. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
The price is ￥12,285
￥13,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A building with multiple storefronts, including a hostel and a shop with a red awning.

2. 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 ￥3,475
￥3,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Gangnam Seven Hostel
A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a water dispenser, and a window with blinds.

3. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ￥6,102
￥6,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
RedRoof
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a window with blue curtains.

4. Hause Itaewon - Hostel

Hause Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
6.8 out of 10, (57 reviews)
"Definitely a great location, clean facilities. Good value for the price."
United States
Lane
The price is ￥3,889
￥4,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
A rooftop terrace with people seated at tables, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

5. 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 ￥6,626
￥7,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
A hostel with a sign reading 'VSTAY HOSTEL' and a door with a number '30' above it.

6. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ￥9,422
￥10,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
V Stay
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

7. 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 ￥6,987
￥7,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A building with a sign that reads "ITAEOWON GUEST HOUSE".

8. G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Great place for backpackers and people exploring Seoul."
United Kingdom
Ivan
The price is ￥13,567
￥14,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

9. THEZIP Hotel

THEZIP Hotel
1.0 star property
Hongdae
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at theZip Hotel very much. It was conveniently located between 2 train stations, a 1 min walk to Sinchon Station and a 4 min walk to Sogang University Station. Plus it was a quick 15 min walk to Sogang University where my son is going to school for the semester. We were very impressed with how well maintained the property is and how convenient the shared kitchen is with all the amenities you need. And even better if you make arrangements before hand, you can drop your...
United States
Joan
The price is ￥10,561
￥11,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
THEZIP Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a window with a city view.

10. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ￥11,369
￥12,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
KIMSTEL Jongno
A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

11. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Good for solo travellers who are staying in Seoul only 1-2 nighta. Room was clean and neat and it is very near some cafes and the station but not noisy at all. Fuss free check-in/check-out, but note that there are no staff manning the place."
United States
shu bin
The price is ￥7,849
￥11,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Upflo Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a mirror, a small refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

12. Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium

Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"L’hôtel est très situé : pas loin du métro et des commerces à proximité. Les chambres sont propres et bien équipées. La literie est confortable, ce qui est appréciable après de longues journées de marche dans Séoul. Je pense que l’hôtel vient d’ouvrir d’ailleurs. Le personnel est très attentionné. Excellent rapport qualité prix. "
France
Sibel
The price is ￥12,456
￥13,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Sonoce Hostel Seoul - Private & Premium
A modern interior with large windows offering a city view.

13. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (9 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Loft13 Hostel! It was an excellent value for the price. The hostel was very clean, and everything was well maintained. The highlight of my stay was definitely the staff—they were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything I needed. I also really appreciated having access to the washer and dryer, which was so convenient during my trip. As a bonus, the city views from the windows were beautiful, especially at night. I would definitely stay here...
United States
Jasmin
The price is ￥6,714
￥7,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Loft13 Hostel
A modern living room with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a staircase.

14. Mullaejung

Mullaejung
2.0 star property
Yeongdeungpo-gu
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"편의시설"
South Korea
SUJIN
The price is ￥6,588
￥7,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Mullaejung
A bedroom with a bed, a small stool, a white cabinet, and a window with blinds.

15. Naru Hostel

Naru Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Room was decent size and clean. The free washer and dryer on the 3rd was nice to have available. Only complaint is that mattress was a little too firm for my liking, but wasn't terrible and I still able to sleep well enough. I would rebook here again. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥4,596
￥5,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Naru Hostel
A building with a staircase, a reception desk, and a banner advertising a filming location.

16. Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (86 reviews)
"Great staff Marek always cleaned with the highest sense of quality."
United Kingdom
Oliver Timothy
The price is ￥4,022
￥4,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a tiled backsplash.

17. Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff. Slightly small rooms and thin walls."
Sweden
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥10,154
￥11,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a staircase, and a bench.

18. 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 ￥4,656
￥8,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
A wooden staircase with white balusters and a carpeted landing area.

19. Stitches House - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"The room was exactly as described and all I needed. No frills, but safe and clean and I slept very well!"
United States
Theresa
The price is ￥4,577
￥5,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Stitches House - Hostel
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a prominent church with a steeple and a modern high-rise.

20. 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 ￥7,531
￥8,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
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10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location"
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Find out more about Gwangju

Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
651
Accommodation
216 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,870
Highest Price
￥14,924

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gwangju?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 34°F. The rainiest months in Gwangju are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gwangju?
Generally, Gwangju is known for its skiing, monuments, and museums. Top attractions include Lotte World and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Get out into nature with places like Namhansanseong Provincial Park, Yulbom Botanical Garden, and Yongin Recreational Forest. Cultural attractions include Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art, Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum, and Charlotte Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Gwangju while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Gwangju on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Wonju (WJU), situated 36.6 mi (58.9 km) away.

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