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Hostel Korea Original

1.0 star property
Hostel with business centre, near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

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Breakfast area
Property entrance
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
Shower, hair dryer, slippers, towels
Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)
Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
20-12, Jong-ro 65-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-863
  • Popular LocationKorea University14 min walk
  • Popular LocationDongdaemun History and Culture Park2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMyeongdong Street4 min drive
  • AirportSeoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)71 min drive

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A) | View from room

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room | Bathroom

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Property entrance
Hostel Metro
Free WiFi
Business services
Laundry
Soundproof rooms
2.8 out of 5, (106)
The price is AU$34
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Hostel Metro

About the area

Seoul

Hostel Korea Original puts you in the centre of Seoul, 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Myeongdong Street. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and balconies. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Jongno-gu hostel include Korea University and Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
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What's nearby

  • Korea University - 14 min walk
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 2 min drive
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 2 min drive
  • Gwangjang Traditional Market - 3 min drive
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Sinseol-dong Station - 5 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • 이삭토스트 - 2 min walk
  • EDIYA COFFEE - 2 min walk
  • 마실정육식당 - 8 min walk
  • 만리성 - 7 min walk
  • 골목흑돼지 - 3 min walk

About this property

Hostel Korea Original

Hostel with business centre, near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hostel Korea Original. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Seoul hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Hostel Korea Original offers 33 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 1000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 6000.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: KRW 45000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: KRW 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 6000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Korea Original?

As of 6 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Korea Original on 16 June 2024 start from AU$31.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel Korea Original?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel Korea Original?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel Korea Original Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 302 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jelena

Good location. Scruffy, but quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Entica Narciso, Singapore

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is definitely cheap which is great, but the building is a little rundown and the bathrooms were very unkept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

kristy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Fleas
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short but excellent!
It was a short but amazing. The room was being upgraded as the reservation was overlapped with other guest. Great job!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Arparus(penny), Bangkok

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, feel like own home. Friendly staff ^^ i will stay again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019