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Hostel Korea Original
1.0 star property

Hostel with business center, near Korea University

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Hostel Korea Original

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Breakfast area
Property entrance
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Laundry room
Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview of Hostel Korea Original

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
The price is NT$637
Price available on 2024/5/1

Your area essentials

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 LocationDongdaemun Design Plaza2 min drive
  • AirportSeoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)71 min drive
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Room options

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

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 2.42 Ping (8 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 2.42 Ping (8 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Type A)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 3 Ping (10 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Type B)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2.73 Ping (9 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 3.01 Ping (10 square meters)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 3 Ping (10 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Hostel Korea Original is located in Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, and is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Gwanghwamun and Bukchon Hanok Village are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Check out an event or a game at Seoul Olympic Stadium, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.
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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
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Sinseol-dong Station - 5 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 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 near Myeongdong Street
Close to Korea University and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, Hostel Korea Original provides laundry facilities, a business center, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A computer station, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • A water dispenser, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostel Korea Original feature comforts such as fireplaces and heated floors, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, heated floors, and separate dining areas

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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Does Hostel Korea Original have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

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

As of 2024/4/30, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Korea Original on 2024/5/1 start from NT$637, excluding 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 Hostel Korea Original pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel Korea Original?

Hostel Korea Original doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hostel Korea Original?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for KRW 1000 (subject to availability).

Does Hostel Korea Original provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of KRW 45000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostel Korea Original located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Cheonggyecheon and Korea University. Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Dongdaemun Design Plaza are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sinseol-dong Station is only a 5-minute walk and Dongmyo Station is 8 minutes.

Hostel Korea Original Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 298 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

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It's great value. Clean. Private room. There's no one at the front desk until later in the afternoon, so don't lock yourself out of the room early on a Sunday morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Sam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheap place to stay. They didn't have the double bed we reserved so put in a twin room. Hot rooms no A/C. Toilets and shower are in the same small room so needs cleaning frequently which does not seem to happen. Kitchen is alright nothing special. Found used floss sticks on the desk upon entry to the room as well which questioned the cleanliness. Good location, close to metro and markets.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Traveled 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