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Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

A modern hotel with a prominent 'upflo' sign, multiple windows, and a visible cafe named 'Cafe del Sandwich'.

1. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
Seocho-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 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 ￥12,249
￥15,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Upflo Hostel
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a toilet.

2. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
Seongsu-dong
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"I had a great stay at STAY BUT SEONGSU! The location was convenient, and the accommodation was comfortable for my time in Seoul. I appreciated having a place to relax after exploring the city. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Seongsu area. Thank you for your hospitality!"
United States
Karima
The price is ￥10,496
￥11,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
STAY BUT SEONGSU
A modern kitchen with a long counter, green bar stools, pendant lights, and a large mirror.

3. Hub82

Hub82
Seongdong-gu
The price is ￥9,999
￥11,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hub82
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

4. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 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 ￥7,864
￥8,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
H HOSTEL Itaewon
A reception area with a white brick wall, a reception sign, a framed picture of a bridge, and a yellow counter.

5. YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
Gangnam-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"It was great having the possibility to use a kitchen and get laundry washed."
Germany
Andrea
The price is ￥5,731
￥6,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
Interior

6. Wasabi House Gangnam

Wasabi House Gangnam
Gangnam-gu
The price is ￥3,064
￥8,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Wasabi House Gangnam
A hostel sign with the name 'LEE & HAN HOSTEL IN GANGNAM' and a door with a glass panel.

7. LEE&HAN HOSTEL

LEE&HAN HOSTEL
Gangnam-gu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (267 reviews)
"Easy access to shoping area. Convenient location."
United States
PREMRUDEE
The price is ￥13,353
￥14,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
LEE&HAN HOSTEL
A rooftop terrace with people seated at tables, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

8. SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
Seongsu-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (56 reviews)
"so good!"
Japan
Yuka
The price is ￥6,954
￥7,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a vanity with a sink, and two stools.

9. Haro Stay Sinsa

Haro Stay Sinsa
Gangnam-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"新沙駅のすぐそばなので立地は最高です。 しかーし、とんでもない坂道の上にホテルがあるため重いキャリーを持って上がるのは大変です。 テレビがネットしかダメなので韓国の地上波テレビが観れなかったのが残念でした。"
Japan
TSUDA
The price is ￥18,734
￥20,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Haro Stay Sinsa
A building with a sign that reads "ITAEOWON GUEST HOUSE".

10. G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
Yongsan-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 reviews)
"Great place for backpackers and people exploring Seoul."
United Kingdom
Ivan
The price is ￥13,108
￥14,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

11. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good"
United States
Karen M
The price is ￥11,185
￥12,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
A modern office space with a mix of seating areas, including a white sofa, a yellow sofa, and a green sofa. There are several plants, a glass coffee table, and a red chair. The room has large windows and a white reception desk with a circular wooden panel.

12. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"Great hotel, we had a double economy room and it was tight but all we needed for our stay! Air conditioner was great, super cold which we need. Free breakfast and PERFECT location."
United States
Angelina
The price is ￥13,031
￥14,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a tiled backsplash.

13. Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Yongsan-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff. Slightly small rooms and thin walls."
Sweden
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥9,872
￥10,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a window with a city view, and a wooden wall panel.

14. Oasis Gwangjang Market

Oasis Gwangjang Market
Jongno-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"깨끗하고 잘 관리된 객실 아직 건물내 정리되지않은 부분과 모기가 좀 많았던 부분, 작은 욕실이 조금은 아쉬웠지만 객실은 정말 아늑하고 깨끗해서 만족스러웠습니다. 주변에 추천할만한 숙소네요."
South Korea
in soo
The price is ￥13,321
￥14,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Oasis Gwangjang Market
A hallway with wooden beams on the ceiling, a wooden floor, and a door at the end.

15. Zen Seoul Stay

Zen Seoul Stay
Jongno-gu
The price is ￥5,704
￥6,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Zen Seoul Stay
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a wall socket.

16. Yundam Stay Hostel

Yundam Stay Hostel
Jongno-gu
The price is ￥12,270
￥13,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Yundam Stay Hostel
A modern bathroom with a stainless steel sink, a black electric stove, and a cabinet above the sink.

17. RedRoof

RedRoof
Jongno-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"オーナーさんが早く到着してしまったにも関わらず柔軟に親切に対応していただきチェックインの操作もしていただけ嬉しかったです😊 人が気持ちいいと安心して心地よく過ごせます！"
Japan
RYO
The price is ￥4,902
￥5,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
RedRoof
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

18. The Square Hostel Jongno

The Square Hostel Jongno
Jongno-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"トイレとシャワーの間に仕切りがないので、トイレの方まで床が濡れてしまいます。 床を拭くためのタオルなどを持っていくことをオススメします。"
Japan
HARUKA
The price is ￥8,855
￥9,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Square Hostel Jongno
Room

19. Chris Hostel

Chris Hostel
Seongdong-gu
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"汚すぎる。"
Japan
KENTA
The price is ￥3,942
￥4,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Chris Hostel
A building with multiple storefronts, including a hostel and a shop with a red awning.

20. Gangnam Seven Hostel

Gangnam Seven Hostel
Seocho-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (48 reviews)
"Good place,good location"
South Korea
Bora
The price is ￥4,044
￥4,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gangnam Seven Hostel
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel made me happy. Very big hotel. Clean and clean hire as snow. There is an elevator from the hotel that takes you to the mall. Love it. Will do it again"
mona 3-night trip
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THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Find out more about Gwangju

Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
613
Accommodation
229 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,336
Highest Price
￥20,686

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, COEX Convention and Exhibition Center, and Starfield COEX Mall. 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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