Hostel Korea Original

City-center hostel within easy reach of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

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Where to?

Dates

November 2025

13

December 2025

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

Close to Korea University and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, Hostel Korea Original offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities, a business center, in-room WiFi. Guests can also enjoy outdoor pool access nearby, concierge services at their fingertips and tour/ticket assistance to help plan their trip.

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

$21 nightly

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Tomorrow

Nov 14 - Nov 15

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 17 of 17 rooms

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

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

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Hair dryer

Shared/communal kitchen

97 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

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

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

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

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room A (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 2

Single Room A (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 1

Twin Room B (Private Bathroom)

Sleeps 2

Single Room B (Private Bathroom)

Sleeps 1

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Hair dryer

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

5 bathrooms

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 2

Triple Room (Shared Bathroom)

Sleeps 3

1 Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1

Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4

Economy Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4

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Shared kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lounge area

$36 nightly

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

Korea University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Dongdaemun Market Mall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Myeongdong Street - 12 min drive - 3.8 km

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

‪선명희pizza - ‬2 min walk
‪마실정육식당 - ‬8 min walk
‪이삭토스트 - ‬2 min walk
‪맷돌로만 - ‬4 min walk
‪PRNT - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Korea Original

At Hostel Korea Original, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street. Also, Dongdaemun Market Mall and Korea University 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.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 33 rooms

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

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

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking

Transfers

- Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

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.