What is the cost of a hostel in Seoul?

Hostels in Seoul will cost ₹ 3,653 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 781 per night. A good deal on a Seoul hostel would be ₹ 2,204 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in April may be more expensive, whereas booking in January is the cheapest month of the year.

What’s the best hostel in Seoul?

While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Seoul, Hostel Tommy 50 off sale for 10th Anniversary on 2026 is currently the best, based on 2,295 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.4/10.

What hostel is closest to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport?

Inno Hostel & Pub Lounge Hongdae is 10.1 km away from Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport, making it the closest Seoul hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Seoul is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Seoul is Mapo-gu, according to our data. 15% of users who searched for hostels in Seoul looked for properties in Mapo-gu. If you’re interested in staying in Mapo-gu, consider the Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae Foreigner only - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Seoul closest to COEX Mall?

Yakorea Hostel Gangnam happens to be the most popular Seoul hostel near COEX Mall among our users. The Yakorea Hostel Gangnam has a current rating of 8.1 from 1,095 HotelsCombined travellers. COEX Mall is also conveniently located just 1.6 km from this hostel.

Should I stay in a Seoul hostel?

Aside from the fact that Seoul hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Seoul.

Does Seoul have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are 35 hostels in Seoul with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite (based on user data).

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is July (₹ 1,962). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is March (₹ 5,103).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Sunday (₹ 3,260). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 5,575.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was ₹ 2,956 per night.

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Hostel Vanilla 2 Dongdaemun

34-8 Jong-ro 57-Gil (66-8 Sungin-Dong)Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

3.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

₹ 2,866

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Discover well-known properties in Seoul, South Korea that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,541 hotels in Seoul, South Korea and price data was last updated on 21 December 2025. The average price for a hotel in Seoul, South Korea is ₹ 3,653/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Seoul

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Seoul is July (₹ 1,962). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Seoul is March (₹ 5,103).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Seoul?

The cheapest day to stay in Seoul is Sunday (₹ 3,260). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 5,575.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Seoul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Seoul. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was ₹ 2,956 per night.

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