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1. Wasabi House Gangnam

Wasabi House Gangnam
Gangnam-gu
The price is ¥2,863
¥8,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Wasabi House Gangnam

2. Hub82

Hub82
Seongdong-gu
The price is ¥9,446
¥10,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hub82

3. 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 ¥13,289
¥14,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
STAY BUT SEONGSU

4. 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 ¥12,789
¥16,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Upflo Hostel

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 ¥5,382
¥5,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

6. 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 ¥13,162
¥14,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
LEE&HAN HOSTEL

7. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (38 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 ¥7,752
¥8,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
H HOSTEL Itaewon

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 ¥6,855
¥7,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

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 ¥21,641
¥23,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Haro Stay Sinsa

10. Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Myeong-dong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 reviews)
"Staff friendly & helpful"
Singapore
Siow Leng
The price is ¥11,759
¥12,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

11. 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 ¥12,875
¥14,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

12. ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno

ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno
Jongno-gu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had a generally pleasant stay at Onjae Suites. The suite was spacious, and the beds, pillows, and linens were comfortable. Although there is no front desk, the staff were responsive and communicated promptly through messaging. However, the messages were in Korean, so we had to copy and paste them into a translation app to understand the instructions and responses. Providing messages in English for international guests would make communication more convenient. Our biggest concern was the...
Canada
charelle
The price is ¥19,648
¥21,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
ONJAE Stay Seoul Jongno

13. Yundam Stay Hostel

Yundam Stay Hostel
Jongno-gu
The price is ¥10,409
¥11,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Yundam Stay Hostel

14. 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 ¥9,747
¥10,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

15. OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
Jongno-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"Perfect stay and loved the location!"
United States
Logan
The price is ¥9,016
¥9,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

16. Chris Hostel

Chris Hostel
Seongdong-gu
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"汚すぎる。"
Japan
KENTA
The price is ¥3,887
¥4,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Chris Hostel

17. 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 ¥3,987
¥4,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Gangnam Seven Hostel

18. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Nice environment, location Everything is self-serviced accessed online without contact with staff"
Taiwan
Luna
The price is ¥11,236
¥12,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

19. KIMSTEL Jongno

KIMSTEL Jongno
Jongno-gu
The price is ¥14,791
¥16,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
KIMSTEL Jongno

20. V Stay

V Stay
Myeong-dong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
The price is ¥8,701
¥9,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
V Stay
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Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
930
Accommodation
229 Hostels
Lowest Price
¥4,276
Highest Price
¥23,805

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.