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Hostel Korea Original

1.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Korea University

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Breakfast area
Fridge, microwave
Staircase
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fireplace
The price is $18
includes taxes & fees
$16 per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20-12, Jong-ro 65-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-863

What's nearby

  • Korea University - 14 min walk
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 19 min walk
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 2 min drive
  • Gwangjang Market - 3 min drive
  • Myeongdong Street - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 61 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 72 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 21 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 26 min drive
  • Sinseol-dong Station - 5 min walk
  • Dongmyo Station - 8 min walk
  • Changsin Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪마실정육식당 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪이삭토스트 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪이차돌 신설동점 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪버무리 떡볶이 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪만리성 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hostel Korea Original

At Hostel Korea Original, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Myeongdong Street and Korea University. Also, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Mountain Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sinseol-dong Station is 5 minutes and Dongmyo Station is 8 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Russian, Thai

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KRW 45000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of KRW 1000 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for KRW 6000.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hostel Korea Original Seoul
Korea Hostel
Korea Original Seoul
Hostel Korea Original Seoul
Hostel Korea Original Guesthouse
Hostel Korea Original Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Korea Original Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Korea Original offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Korea Original does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Korea Original?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Korea Original?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostel Korea Original.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hostel Korea Original?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KRW 45000 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Korea Original?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of KRW 1000 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hostel Korea Original?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (6-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hostel Korea Original and nearby?
Hostel Korea Original has access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Does Hostel Korea Original have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hostel Korea Original like?
Hostel Korea Original is in Jongno-gu, a short 5-minute walk from Sinseol-dong Station and 14 minutes' walk from Korea University.

Reviews

7.2

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Zachariah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice for the cost! Inexpensive place to sleep and leave my bags in a central area it was easy to see so much of Seoul. The place was quiet and nothing was too dirty. Would absolutely stay here again!
Michael, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

First, this hotel is hard to find even if you have Google Maps. Then, there is often no front desk staff. Then it is DIRTY. I am actually concerned about whether this place meets fire codes. Here was my big problem: the wifi died in my room. I was told by a staff member that I just had to accept that - people in another room had possibly done something to the router. Because I need wifi for work, I rebooked to another hostel. I expected Hostel Korea to return my fees for the days I did not stay there. They promised wifi, I was told I could not have it, and I had to find a place where I could do work. First a guy agreed in writing to refund my fees, then he refused to pay me. It was crazy. Poor moody guy. So I am assuming that if a person has trouble here, the person will not be helped and if he/she leaves to find a more responsible hostel, the person will not receive a refund even if the owner/manager initially agrees. Furthermore, Expedia will do nothing to help you. So this is it for Expedia. I'll use another service. I know this hostel is cheap and many of us are on a budget, but I do not think it would be wise to go into a dirty place where they may just not help you and you will feel forced to move anyway. Tyere is a really nice hostel called Sunrise Inn Dongdaemun very close by. They will treat you with respect there and it is CLEAN.
Daniel, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Gabriel Luis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Easy access to rail and bus stations. Lots of restaurants nearby.
Yong, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Cheuk Chung, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

It's great value. Clean. Private room. There's no one at the front desk until later in the afternoon, so don't lock yourself out of the room early on a Sunday morning.
Steven, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Cheap place to stay. They didn't have the double bed we reserved so put in a twin room. Hot rooms no A/C. Toilets and shower are in the same small room so needs cleaning frequently which does not seem to happen. Kitchen is alright nothing special. Found used floss sticks on the desk upon entry to the room as well which questioned the cleanliness. Good location, close to metro and markets.
Sam, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good location. Scruffy, but quiet
Jelena, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Honestly, I don't even know if this place breaches and safety violations seeing how filthy it is. The filth is very evident in all the molds on the wall/floor/bedsheet/furniture/bathroom and stench. I understand that this is a budget hostel but it's very rundown and I was questioning the whole time if this place can pass living condition inspections. I wouldn't recommend this place. Either find somewhere else or top up a bit of money and get a cheap hotel.
Entica Narciso, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This place is definitely cheap which is great, but the building is a little rundown and the bathrooms were very unkept.
Laura, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The location is convenient, close to underground. Around 15 mins if walking to Dongdaemun. The room especially the toilet is smelly even not in use for a day.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Fleas
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Short but excellent!
It was a short but amazing. The room was being upgraded as the reservation was overlapped with other guest. Great job!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great, feel like own home. Friendly staff ^^ i will stay again next time.
Arparus(penny), 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Although brief, we had an amazing stay in Hostel Korea. Seoul was beautiful and the hostel was brilliant value for money and very comfortable with great facilities
Hannah, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

An average hostel, suitable for travellers (students) on a tight budget. Convenient location and helpful staff. Located in a quiet area with easy access to public transport.
Mari, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The room was clean and simple, the owner was very kind and helpful and the other guests were pleasant. However the provided breakfast during our stay was very scarce, only toast and jam.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hostel Korea
The area that this Hostel is located in is very convenient. You are close to Dangdaemun Shopping mall, Dongmyo Station, Imperial Palace, local food shops, and much more. Beds are comfortable and overall clean. Bathrooms are a little sketchy, but this place is such a great deal! So cheap. Highly recommend for anyone staying a week or less or just looking to save a lot of money. Helpful and nice service as well!
Emilyann, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

No air con when i came at May,its a bit hot at day time But overall i think its good,next time if i go Korea alone i will choose this hostel again!
Yam, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

On the most part it was clean and the bedroom was good. We went to check in from 1 pm as hotels.com said but they said this was wrong and it's from 3pm so we had to wait over an hour in their cold outdoor common area. The shower and toilet is also one room which was very strange and not a good arrangement for use. The shared kitchen area was small and dirty.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Convenient hotel
Close to subway station Friendly staff will guide you. The rooms are cozy and warm. It is convenient to have a convenience store nearby. I always want to use it when I come to Seoul.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review