Hotels in Central Seoul — Top 6 best cheap hostels in Seoul & best cheap hotels in Seoul

March 4, 2018

When making a trip self-sufficiency (a backpacking trip), we often worry about is not where to explore, but where is beautiful, cheap, convenient place to travel. Because of this ache, Living Nomads will suggest some places as well as the areas that we have been stayed, depending on your interests, where you choose the suitable place to stay. Are you finding cheap and best budget hostels and hotels in central Seoul? Let’s explore top 6 best cheap hostels in Seoul and cheap hotels in Seoul with Living Nomads below.

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The hostel is generally present in most countries, not only South Korea usually only provide rooms, and the personal hygiene items such as shampoo, bath towels, brushes are not sure, depending on the service of the hostels. But the best thing, you should bring your items for sure. Breakfast in these places is also very simple (such as bread + jam or omelet for example) so do not be too disappointed when you don’t see the long table buffet food as luxury hotels. And because the hostel is usually just a place for rest and hold luggage for you to freely explore your country so affordable, there will usually be no servant to clean daily, and you will keep your hygiene. It sounds stressful, but if you stay then you will also find for you a habit.

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Hotels and hostels at Hongdae area

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Most of those who first travel self-sufficient Korea, they selected Hongdae area to stay. Why? Because this area is closed to the universities, very bustling, stores in everywhere, fashion shops, bar/club, beautiful boys and beautiful girls who dress in fashion style everywhere. Coming to Seoul, remember to go through Hongdae if you do not know the first thing, ensure that you will not starve, not worry about lack of eating place. The first time we were in Hongdae, next to the line to go straight to the airport, super convenient.

That House

It is not too far from the HongIk Unvi Station, just across the street a bit to Exit 6, this hotel has impressive frontage to ensure that you are immediately fascinated. The inside furniture is quite nice and modern, if you like some rough style, a bit dusty will probably here. Not to mention the common room also has a movie screen, if you do not know what to do, you can buy in the convenience stores to see the movie here also ok. That House also has many types of rooms that are sure to make the right choice for your money pocket.

That House

Location: 29 Sinchon-ro 3ga-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Hongdae
Price: About 15 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for That House on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Bunk Guesthouse Hostel

Walking around 300m is the HongIk Unvi Station, eating out or going around is also very easy. Bunk Guesthouse is like a small wooden garden, very pretty.
On the terrace, there is a place for you to sit and look around the city.

Bunk Guesthouse Hostel

Location: 19-1, Wausan-ro 29ra-gil, Mapo-gu, Hongdae
Price: 16 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for Bunk Guesthouse Hostel on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Hotels and hostels at Myeongdong area

Myeongdong – the “sanctuary” of cosmetics, fashion, and eateries. Whether a person loves shopping or not, when traveling to Myeongdong, it will also be glamoured and lost in the bustle of anything, lights bright all day. Especially from Myeongdong, it is not difficult to shop but if you want to visit the place will also be very convenient because this is usually the place to pick up visitors to the famous tourist attractions around South Korea as Nami Island, tower Nam San, etc. The room rate in this area will be slightly more expensive than Hongdae, but it will be a bit quieter.

Vin Guesthouse Myeongdong

About 300m from Myeong-dong Station, walk about 5 minutes and 7 minutes to go to Myeong-dong shopping area. Note that receptionists do not always have available people, but you don’t worry, you just press the bell will pay attention to the host. Style of Vin is very nice vintage, so you should love the beautiful little neck, can come and enjoy this challenge.

Vin Guesthouse Myeongdong

Location: 32-4, Sogongro 6gil, Joongu, Myeong-dong, Seoul
Price: About 28 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for Vin Guesthouse Myeongdong on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Road Myeongdong Guesthouse

Chumurong Station is less than 100m, this is also one of the most convenient for travel.

Road Myeongdong Guesthouse

Location: 8F Ki-jong B/D, 37gil 14, Toegye-ro, Jung-Gu, Seoul Korea, Myeong-dong
Price: About 15 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for Road Myeongdong Guesthouse on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Hotels and hostel at Insadong area

Insadong is an ancient city stretching from Jongno-yiga to the Anguk-dong intersection in the center of Seoul, very close to the ancient village of Bukchon and Geongbukgung. This is an attractive destination not only for the people of Seoul and for foreigners by the special culture, harmonious combination between tradition and modern. This neighborhood is very artistic, for those who love art, romance, quiet. Although this is an ancient town and you think it is not having anything, this place is very close to the train station so travel is so convenient.

K-Guesthouse Insadong

Only 5 minutes walk from Anguk Station, K-Guesthouse is quite convenient for traveling. Not to mention here is a super courtyard to super cool for you to play

K-Guesthouse Insadong

Location: 30-9 Insadong-gil (13-2 Gwanhun-dong), Jongno-gu, Insadong, Seoul
Price: About 15 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for K-Guesthouse Insadong on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Insadong Hostel

Coming to Seoul, Korea, the Insadong Hostel guarantees guests a pleasant stay whether in Seoul for business or pleasure. The hotel lies from the city center and provides accessibility to important town facilities. A good environment and its proximity to Meditation Arui Seon, Gallery Art Side, Yeson give to this hotel a special charm.

Insadong Hostel

Location: 48 Insadong 14-gil (95 Gwanhun-dong), Jongno-gu, Insadong, Seoul
Price: About 18 dollars/night

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for Insadong Hostel on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

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