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7.4

Very good

1,040 reviews

1,040 reviews

Housekeeping14
Breakfast7
Shops2
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7.8

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - 2.53 kilometers from city center
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Myogaksa Temple

150 m

Seoul Folk Flea Market

200 m

Dongmyo (Eastern Shrine)

330 m

Dongmyo Shrine

340 m

Dongmyo Flea Market

350 m

Popular landmarks
Changdeokgung Palace Complex

2.5 km

Bukchon Hanok Village

3.0 km

Insadong

3.1 km

Myeong-Dong Walking Street

3.6 km

Gyeongbokgung Palace

3.9 km

Closest landmarks
Jinheung Gidokgyo Baekhwajeom

370 m

Mipl Amiai Mart Chungeachon

560 m

Sparex

620 m

Changsin Subway station

620 m

Teseum Seoul

620 m

Hostel Korea Original

20-12, Jong-ro 65-gil, Jongno-gu, Gangbuk, Seoul, South Korea, 3112 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Gangbuk part of Seoul, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Highlights

280 meters to public transportation

Check-in/out [express]

Airport transfer

Currency exchange

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Temperature check for guests and staff
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Game room

Kitchen

Laundry service

Room service

Safety deposit boxes

Tours

This property is in high demand!

9 travelers have booked today.

Value for money7.8
Distance to city center0.1 km
Location rating7.8
Nearest airportGimpo Airport (GMP)
Distance to airport19.4 km

Rooms available at Hostel Korea Original

Triple Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 single bed and 1 double b...
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Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 7 m²/75 ft²
  • Street view
  • 2 single beds
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Single - Room
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 single bed
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Double Bed Room Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 9 m²/97 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 double bed
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Single - Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 5 m²/54 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 single bed
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Twin Bed Room
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  • Room size: 9 m²/97 ft²
  • Street view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 3-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 10 m²/108 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed
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Quadruple with Shared Bathroom
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 9 m²/97 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed
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Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-in is from 04:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out.

How do I get to Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 59000 KRW. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hostel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. A stay at Hostel Korea Original also comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the hostel. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Seoul with private transportation, the hostel can arrange taxi service.

Is breakfast offered at Hostel Korea Original?

Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 2000 KRW if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hostel.

What is the smoking policy at Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Hostel Korea Original?

Dongmyo Subway station is the closest train, metro, or bus station, about 310 m away from Hostel Korea Original.

What restaurants are nearby Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original is located in Gangbuk, famous for good restaurants such as Beijing, Twosome Place and Haenam Restaurant.

What popular shopping places are close to Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original is located in Gangbuk area which features shopping places such as Sejung Skin Care, Donam Gidokgyo Baekhwajeom and Mongin Art Center.

What are popular attractions near Hostel Korea Original?

Guests at Hostel Korea Original can easily visit Myogaksa Temple, Seoul City Wall Museum and Gangaji Park located in the Gangbuk area.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original is located in the Gangbuk area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Bukhansan National Park, Trees and rest area and Suseongdong Valley.

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What people love about Hostel Korea Original

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Very cheap, but clean rooms, good service, all equipment available including charging cables and a television."

    Yukai

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    March 14, 2023

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The place is comfortable, clean and affordable"

    Wegug

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    December 10, 2021

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "The service is really good and it has a very good location!"

    Maria

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    January 18, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 2,958 Seoul properties
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Cheapest price score
Room comfort score
6.9/10
Value for money score
7.8/10
Room size
7 sqm.
Better than
99
%
of Seoul properties
Better than
84
%
of Seoul properties
Better than
78
%
of Seoul properties
Bigger than
78
%
of Seoul properties
Overall rating:

7.4

Very good
1,040 reviews
Cleanliness
6.7
Facilities
6.8
Location
7.8
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What travelers say they love:
Nice place to stay if you have a tight budget for travel.
Siti from Malaysia
Couple
More about Hostel Korea Original

More about Hostel Korea Original

Hostel Korea Original

Check out all the many sightseeing choices in Seoul when you stay at Hostel Korea Original, which puts you close to all the famous landmarks. Enjoy more possibilities on your vacation at Hostel Korea Original, with its convenient location just 3.8 km from the Gyeongbokgung Palace.
At Hostel Korea Original, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Free internet access provided within the hostel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Airport transfer services can be booked before your check-in date, to ensure a smooth and convenient arrival or departure. Exploring Seoul is made even more convenient with the taxi and shuttle services available at the hostel.
Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hostel's ticket service and tours. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the laundromat and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hostel.
For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
All rooms at Hostel Korea Original are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home. Enjoy your stay even more at the hostel, knowing that some selected rooms include blackout curtains and air conditioning. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television and cable TV available in some selected rooms. Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator and bottled water are provided in some guestrooms.
Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hostel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Are you a great cook? Make your own meals in-house at the hostel's shared kitchen.


Around the property

Don't spend all your time inside while in Seoul! Find that special item or souvenir that will commemorate your trip to Seoul at Myeong-Dong Walking Street located 3.5 km away. Be sure to visit Insadong located 3.1 km away, an item on every checklist of those who travel to Seoul. A great museum trip can be had at Bukchon Hanok Village located 3.0 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region.


Reasons to stay here

Find rooms here that are cheaper than 99% of all other options in the city.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hostel scored higher than 87% of them for food and dining.
According to guests who stayed here, this hostel's room comfort is rated higher than 83% of other accommodations in Seoul.

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Amenities and facilities

Good
Facilities

6.8

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

11 mentions

Housekeeping

10 mentions

Internet

2 mentions

Food & Dining

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Indonesian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Malay
  • Russian
  • Thai
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi [portable rental]
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Game room
  • Karaoke
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Grocery delivery
  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Postal service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Taxi service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony/terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Ironing facilities
  • Private bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Location

20-12, Jong-ro 65-gil, Jongno-gu, Gangbuk, Seoul, South Korea, 3112
Very good
Location

7.8

Airports
  • Gimpo Airport (GMP)
    19.4 km
  • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
    52.2 km
Public transportation
  • Dongmyo Subway station
    310 m
  • Sinseol-dong Subway Station
    350 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Daehak Pharmacy
    1.4 km
Shopping
  • Myeong-Dong Walking Street
    3.6 km
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    400 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Changdeokgung Palace Complex
    2.5 km
  • Bukchon Hanok Village
    3.0 km
  • Insadong
    3.1 km
  • Myeong-Dong Walking Street
    3.6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace
    3.9 km
  • N Seoul Tower
    3.9 km
  • Namdaemun Market
    4.2 km
  • The War Memorial of Korea
    5.9 km
  • National Museum of Korea
    6.8 km
  • Lotte World
    9.9 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Myogaksa Temple
    150 m
  • Seoul Folk Flea Market
    200 m
  • Dongmyo Subway station
    310 m
  • Dongmyo (Eastern Shrine)
    330 m
  • Dongmyo Shrine
    340 m
  • Sinseol-dong Subway Station
    350 m
  • Dongmyo Flea Market
    350 m
  • Jinheung Gidokgyo Baekhwajeom
    370 m
  • Mipl Amiai Mart Chungeachon
    560 m
  • Sparex
    620 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-12 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from16:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from00:00
  • Check-out until11:00
  • Reception open until00:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee59000 KRW
  • Distance from city center0.1 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)55
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)2000 KRW
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of floors3
  • Number of rooms 33
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened2002

Reviews of Hostel Korea Original from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.2
/
10
Cleanliness6.7
Facilities6.8
Location7.8
Room comfort and quality6.9
Service7.4
Value for money7.8
High score for Seoul
Rating
9+ Exceptional (80)
8-9 Excellent (53)
7-8 Very Good (63)
6-7 Good (21)
<6 Below Expectation (88)
Time of the year
Mar - May (70)
Jun - Aug (61)
Sep - Nov (85)
Dec - Feb (89)

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10.0
Exceptional
POH from Malaysia
Family with teens
Stayed 2 nights in March 2019

Strategy location, nice owner, comfortable ”

Strategy location with lot of local restaurant and convinient shops around. The room was big for us (4 pax with 1 extra bed). The owner let us to stay together in 1 room and even give me back the extra money. Breakfast serve with bread, milk and jam, there are 3 flavors of jam, it really makes our day. We booked airport transfer with him at 3am as we have early flight to Jeju. The owner even stay late and make sure we are safely get the transport service. We are really touched with his kindness, and will get back to this stay again!

Reviewed April 04, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Kris from Philippines
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in December 2019

2nd time to stay here”

It's my 2nd time to stay here. The location of this hostel is perfect for me. It's near a metro subway station, a bus station (where 6002 airport bus stops). The place is also located in a residential area, so it's quite. The staff is very assisting and helpful. I'll definitely book this place again on my next trip to Korea.

Reviewed December 31, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Bonita from Philippines
Couple
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in December 2019

Great Location”

Great location and very helpful owner. Free breakfast and can cook your own food in the kitchen..Best choice for budget travelers like us..Very near to subway station...Sinseoldong and very near also to Dongmyo market..Highly recommended to friends and relatives.

Reviewed February 28, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Hafiz
Group
Twin Bed Room
Stayed 5 nights in January 2019

Great place worth the money!”

Stayed here with my friend, the room is warm during winter, there was no problem whatsoever staying here, the owner was helpful and kind. 5 stars no complaint!

Reviewed January 29, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Damasco from Philippines
Group
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in December 2020

Exceptional”

The staff is very accomodating and very helpful and kind to the guest. He is also concerned to the welfare of the guests.

Reviewed March 24, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
lin from South Korea
Solo traveler
Bed in 3-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in October 2020

great”

reasonable price and near to subway sinseoldong exit11.there is a lot of shop nearby.overall is good👍

Reviewed October 17, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Wegug from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in December 2021

Excellent”

The place is comfortable, clean and affordable

Reviewed December 10, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
Batrisyia from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Single - Room
Stayed 7 nights in February 2022

Exceptional”

Hostel Korea Original was a good budget-friendly hostel. It was easy to commute as the train station is only 5-min walking distance away.

Reviewed June 22, 2022

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8.0
Excellent
Angela from Canada
Couple
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in October 2019

Satisfactory accommodations and excellent staff!”

Pros: -excellent staff who go above and beyond to be helpful. -fantastic location. Five minute walk to two different subway stations, three minutes to the bus stop, easy access to Incheon airport (one bus, no transfers), and tons of food options right outside your door. -mostly clean rooms. A couple of small stains, but bedding is washed and changed between guests. -water cooler in the kitchen provides filtered hot and cold water -good sized lockable cupboards in the shared dorms -free razors, toothbrushes, q-tips, etc. Cons: -the bathrooms are tiny and the toilet/sink/shower in one combination means there is mould on the hanging baskets and the toilets and toilet paper are constantly wet. -kitchen is tiny and cramped and could be cleaner Overall - fantastic value for money, but be prepared for the less than ideal bathroom situation

Reviewed October 26, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
aihui from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Single - Room
Stayed 5 nights in February 2022

Good but very budget.”

The room is quite small and have soap smell, the kitchen is provided and no lift. so for heavy luggage is quite hard to carry upstair.

Reviewed May 09, 2022

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8.0
Excellent
Vi from Vietnam
Couple
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in March 2019

Everything was okay!”

We stayed here for 2 days. The host was kind. The room here is small but clean and has warm and cozy feel. After walking all day in the cold weather, we felt really comfortable when we were back to our room here. The bathrooms are shared and small but also very clean. They also offer free breakfast (with toast with jam and butter, orange juice, milk... and some other things that I don’t remember). The location is quite convenient. There are subway station and bus stops close. I was pleased with the hostel and had a very comfortable stay. Thank you!

Reviewed May 25, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
Muhammad
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in February 2019

Excellent”

Friendly staff. Nice pantry, you can cook or heat your food. Good facilities.

Reviewed July 14, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
Jhulan from South Korea
Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

Just good ”

Simple yet thoughtful facilities. Just good for price. No complain.

Reviewed March 07, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
SU-MING from Taiwan
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 6 nights in June 2019

Everything is ok”

The bathroom is a little small. It's not noisy area. Anyway, not bad.

Reviewed June 21, 2019

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7.6
Very good
Riana from Canada
Couple
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in August 2019

Okay stay for sleeping”

This hostel is good enough if you're just here to sleep. Our stay was okay but the place needs a bit more cleaning. The washrooms need a bit more scrubbing (and it's not about the daily use; they need a proper deep clean). The rooms were okay but dusty under the bed and fridge. A full compost bag was in by the kitchen window for a few days. Overall an okay stay for us as we're usually out the whole day and just in to sleep. Would still recommend as it was affordable.

Reviewed September 12, 2019

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7.6
Very good
Violet from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Single - Room
Stayed 4 nights in October 2019

Cheap but not worth it.Single room number 313.”

I arrived late since i traveled from Busan.Thanks to the host helping me carring my bag to 3rd level.No elevator.Disappointed with the very small window.If you want single room with window try ask another room.Ventilation not good.When the host first open the door,strong smell like odd massage oil hit my nose.I thought it will go but the smell stay.I am too tired to ask another room.Room tidy but not clean.Dark.No towel.Maybe need to ask.If you booked long stay.And you got room no 313 ask for another room.

Reviewed November 04, 2019

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8.0
Excellent
Ken from Philippines
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

Affordable and Good Location! ”

Thank you Hostel Korea!

Reviewed April 29, 2019

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7.6
Very good
Hayati
Group
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in January 2019

The hostel is very strtegic because near to attraction area”

Very recommended..will stay here again if i visit korea..very convenience because near to subway station and other attraction area

Reviewed January 13, 2019

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7.6
Very good
Jamshid from Uzbekistan
Solo traveler
Twin Bed Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in August 2021

Good place to stay”

Cimpared to gushiwon, this motel was better and fair price.

Reviewed August 14, 2021

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7.2
Very good
KYUNGHWAN from South Korea
Solo traveler
Single - Room
Stayed 5 nights in October 2020

a frequent lodging”

The owner is kind and the price is not burdensome. I can stay comfortable. The owner is good at playing the piano

Reviewed October 21, 2020

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