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Yakorea Hostel Itaewon

2.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Namdaemun Market

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Exterior
Reception
Interior detail
Exterior
Breakfast area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Internet access
Main amenities
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Washer/dryer
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Private Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bunk Twin Private Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Private Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Private Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Private Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Private Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 13 Hangang Daero 62Na Gil, Seoul, ICN, 4382

What's nearby

  • U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan - 11 min walk
  • Lotte Outlets Seoul Station - 3 min drive
  • N Seoul Tower - 3 min drive
  • Namdaemun Market - 4 min drive
  • National Museum of Korea - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 42 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 54 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 18 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 19 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 26 min walk
  • Samgakji Station - 4 min walk
  • Sinyongsan Station - 10 min walk
  • Namyoung Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪봉산집 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪신의주부대찌개 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪주사부 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪원대구탕 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪대원식당 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Yakorea Hostel Itaewon

Yakorea Hostel Itaewon puts you just a 5-minute drive from Myeongdong Street and Lotte Outlets Seoul Station. Also, N Seoul Tower and Namsan Mountain Park are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Samgakji Station is 4 minutes and Sinyongsan Station is 10 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM 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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 25-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washer and dryer

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Rice cooker
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of KRW 10000 (subject to availability)

Policies

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

Also known as

SunCity Hostel Seoul
SunCity Seoul
YaKorea Hostel Itaewon
YaKorea Hostel
YaKorea Itaewon
YaKorea
Yakorea Hostel Itaewon Seoul
Yakorea Hostel Itaewon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Yakorea Hostel Itaewon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Does Yakorea Hostel Itaewon offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Yakorea Hostel Itaewon 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 Yakorea Hostel Itaewon?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Yakorea Hostel Itaewon?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yakorea Hostel Itaewon?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of KRW 10000 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Yakorea Hostel Itaewon?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (3-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Yakorea Hostel Itaewon like?
Yakorea Hostel Itaewon is a short 4-minute walk from Samgakji Station and 15 minutes' walk from Itawon Street.

Yakorea Hostel Itaewon Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

I have stayed here before, I will stay again. Basic accommodations at a reasonable price with friendly and accommodating staff. You can't ask for more.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Strategic Plaxe
The hostel location is very strategic. Staff is very helpful.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Worst accommodation I have never met in my life
1. Lots of mosquito are dead on the wall with blood disgusting! 2. Beds are not beds. Like stones not comfortable 3. Bathroom, washing basin is terrible. Dirty water drop straight to floor also yakky smell is coming up. 4. If fire is up, no exit. Everybody will be dead. Window is blocked by steel bar and just one access to downstairs. So dangerous. 5. Environment beside building is no good as well. Messy spoooky
julius , 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Close to subway station and convenience store. Some eateries nearby. Johnny is helpful. There is laundry service available and that is great.
vin, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Okay
The drain was very strange - everything from the sink drained in the opposite direction across the floor, so you basically had to step in it to get around the bathroom. The pillows had stains all over it, which was a bit unpleasant. Location was very convenient as it is close to the war memorial as well as the subway. Check in and out was a breeze.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lean and Comfortable Great staff
I have lived in Korea for two years and usually when in the Itaewan area I stay here.But, if you want good wifi or TV with good English channels and a good shower, you might want to look elsewhere. Its all personal preference. One thing that does stand out here is the staff. ALWAYS friendly and helpful. There is a girl there, I think her name was Sandra, who went way out of her way to help me locate a place I wanted to see. Not too many would have done that. Another girl there, from Taiwan, who also speaks great English along with Sandra, is very friendly and helpful. So, it really is what you what at the time. I do stay elsewhere when I plan on relaxing and using the wifi a lot. Its very clean and quiet and I'm sure you will like it there even with the pitfalls.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

very nice staff and good location
It was such a very nice vacation spent in this hostel. The following staff, johnny, hanna and angela were very friendly and accommodating. The place is equipped with microwave, refrigerator, stove, rice cooker - simply anything you can see in the kitchen, they have it and you can use it. The room is very clean. The place is very convenient and close to subway. It was AWESOME...We will come back to this place and I will recommend it to my fellow airline employees.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great little budget spot
Stephanie and Mike were great. The place is a little older but fairly clean. There is a bit of mold here and there. But all in all it was very suitable. The single room was perfectly proportioned and had everything that I needed, though I think some hooks in the entrance of the room and a little stool would be nice additions. The 10 minute walk to Itaewon was refreshing and there is a direct bus if you are feeling a little lazy. Close to the subway with easy access to everywhere.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice host
Near to train station, very convenience to travel anywhere. I got free room upgraded by the host. They are friendly and very helpful. Good place with reasonable price.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!!
Stayed at YaKorea over the holiday last week. It was a fantastic experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Any information you need they are more than willing to help. The area is also great with many restaurants/things to do. Will definitely come here again when I make a trip to Seoul. I recommend it to anyone who wants to stay kana great part of Seoul and feels like exploring their area.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient and many extra service.
It is very good and nice place to rest after long days travelling and sightseeing. Feeling like own home.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean Hotel near Subway Station
The hotel is clean, easy to find, and close to subway station.. but the facility is little bit old, but acceptable..
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

You"ll Stay Here Again
The hotel is in the area of Itaewon where there is a lot of western shopping and western food along with the usual Korean. Safe area and good night life if that's what you enjoy. The hotel is in a great location for the subway. It's literally a two minute walk. The hotel staff speaks great English and are very helpful.I have been in Korea over a year and have stayed at different places along the way. I always come back to this hotel due to the subway location,a comfortable place to stay, and a great staff.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

My flight arrived late, I called ahead, and they were kind enough to accommodate my late arrival. It's a budget hostel and a value. I would consider it if I was passing through again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ya it was pretty decent!
Modest place but clean and well run by the staff. I'll stay there again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great staff
Great place to stay! It was exactly what I was looking for - wonderful location, clean, secure, and very good price. The staff was friendly and helpful and answered my questions. I would choose to stay here again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Sleep, but don't shower here.
I stayed in this hotel a few months back when I was in Seoul. I don't think the bathroom has been cleaned since then. There was mold, mildew, and crud everywhere.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great location near subway
My overall experience was good. I was a bit uneasy arriving to the check in counter as the facility is located behind other buildings, in an alleyway. While it’s ok during the day, it’s a bit unnerving at night. Scott at the check in counter was super friendly, spoke phenomenal English and even helped me order some food. The room was decent. The only thing I was disappointed with were the sheets on my bed. They were soiled. The shower was great! In the end, you get what you pay for.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Surprisingly bad, given other reviews
I always spend a lot of time combing through reviews before booking anything, so I was honestly quite surprised at the condition of this hostel. From what I can understand there's been a change in ownership recently and they're in the middle of renovations. Our bathroom was half painted and had very strong fumes. Sink was dirty. Toilet had paint poured in it at some point. Toilet didn't flush properly. Staff was disorganised but provided a pleasant breakfast. I would have preferred a "cook it yourself" breakfast and had staff spend time tidying up common area.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

No heating even in sub-zero temperatures...
The location is excellent, near Samgakji subway station, the room was of a decent size for that budget-range in South Korea, bathroom small but functional, wi-fi and TV functioning. We were informed that they no longer provided breakfast, regardless of my reservation form stating that it was included, and two days later started offering breakfast at 4000KRW per person. They told my wife a fable about the name having changed to YaKorea but very recently, though I booked it months in advance and remember clearly having seen that hostel when I booked at another hotel at the end of last year. Worst of all, even on the coldest nights, they just told me that they couldn't provide any heating, with no apologies. In similar temperatures, I was much warmer in a one-star Nepali hotel... The room is only cleaned on demand, and that doesn't mean that they'll think of refurbishing the announced free toiletries, or even toilet paper... The attitude of the staff is unprofessional, and they are ignorant of even such major touristic attractions as the Korean Folk Village. Though the area is quiet, they did have a few parties late at night, and once they even did the laundry at midnight. This was my third time in South Korea, I can't wait to go back there next June, but I'll definitely be staying elsewhere.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Get your money's worth
2 mins from Samgakji station exit 13. Front desk made check-in easy (very friendly and spoke English well). Good if you want a private bathroom. Not good if you have lots of luggage because it's on the 3rd floor (Korean), no elevator and the room has barely any space left after the 2 beds and mini fridge. Itaewon is 2 stops away and is technically walk-able if the weather is nice. I recommend for crashing after partying in Itaewon.
Verified Hotels.com guest review