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SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"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 ¥5,616
¥6,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
2.0 star property
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (81)
"Very cozy. Nice and friendly staff. Very conveniently located near food and fun places. Would definitely recommend."
United States
Rebekkah
The price is ¥4,276
¥4,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Beewon Guest House - Hostel
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"This was a great place to stay. It was very accessible to everything, close to public transport and the airport limousine. The room had everything we needed and the staff were quick to respond to questions and requests"
Australia
An Mai
The price is ¥3,870
¥7,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Time Travelers Relax - Hostel (Foreigners Only)

Time Travelers Relax - Hostel (Foreigners Only)
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18)
"I had the most amazing time at the time travelers! It’s a relaxing place where you can meet loads of awesome people. 10/10 recommend to anyone who wants to have a relax "
United Kingdom
Adine
The price is ¥6,100
¥6,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Time Travelers Relax - Hostel (Foreigners Only)

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (116)
"Iconic hostel in Seoul. I recommend it for hostel culture people."
United Kingdom
Ivan
The price is ¥14,141
¥15,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (179)
"Great location!"
Canada
Tatiana
The price is ¥4,904
¥5,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (16)
"Friendly staff. Clean. Will return. "
United States
Adrianna
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel

Stitches House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Mapo-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45)
"Very pleasant stay. Room was clean and check in/out was convenient. Good AC, WiFi, and hot water."
United States
chris
The price is ¥5,606
¥6,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Stitches House - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (244)
"Super friendly staff and environment. The bed was super comfortable and linen was so crisp and very good quality. Amenities were very accessible and the location is excellent… very close to the main road to get the subway. "
United Kingdom
Katrina
The price is ¥6,406
¥7,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
2.5 star property
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (101)
"Incredible staff and location, extremely helpful and very fast to respond would recommend. "
United States
Brandon
The price is ¥5,485
¥6,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Gangnam Seven Hostel

Gangnam Seven Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (35)
"Amazing location and staff "
South Korea
junghee
The price is ¥4,132
¥4,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Gangnam Seven Hostel

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
7.8 out of 10, Good, (62)
"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

THAT House - Hostel

THAT House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (33)
"I had a nice time."
Canada
Ivon
The price is ¥4,891
¥6,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
THAT House - Hostel

Mullaejung

Mullaejung
2.0 star property
Yeongdeungpo-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
"きれいな部屋だった。1号線と2号線の駅に近くてどこにいくにも便利。価格も安い。共有スペースも居心地いい。シャワーと洗面スペースが狭くてちょっと使いづらかったけど、コスパ最高でした。"
Japan
Kiyoshi
The price is ¥6,557
¥7,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mullaejung

YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun

YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (165)
"Good for young person to save money."
United States
sung jin
The price is ¥3,572
¥5,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun

High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel

High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (197)
"Nice Area and very ok room"
United Kingdom
Oscar
The price is ¥6,177
¥7,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel

Urban Art Stay - Hostel

Urban Art Stay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (22)
"Urban Stay is a good place to stay for a bit."
Canada
Carlos
The price is ¥13,977
¥15,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Urban Art Stay - Hostel

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
2.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (79)
"It was great having the possibility to use a kitchen and get laundry washed."
Germany
Andrea
The price is ¥4,914
¥5,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong

Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (31)
"The process was seamless and I was even upgraded for free to a room by JJ and the vibe was good too. Great place to stay thats close to everything u need to explore Seoul."
Australia
Raimi
The price is ¥5,805
¥6,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Blue Boat Hostel Myeongdong

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (103)
"The staff was very nice, the room was good! Sometimes the cleanliness was not perfect, but overall ok. Thank you!"
Canada
Victoria
The price is ¥7,188
¥7,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
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Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,690
Accommodation
171 Hostels
Lowest Price
¥4,591
Highest Price
¥15,555

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. Major attractions include Lotte World. Get out into nature with places like Namhansanseong Provincial Park, Yulbom Botanical Garden, and Dumulmeori. Cultural attractions include Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum, Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art, and Lotte Concert Hall.
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.