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Bong Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Bukchon Hanok Village

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Bong Backpackers in central Seoul offers continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and in-room WiFi. Travelers can store luggage at the hostel before exploring nearby Bukchon Hanok Village and the vibrant Gwangjang Market.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Studio (3 persons) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Studio (3 persons)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Studio (4 persons) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Studio (4 persons)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Studio (5 persons) | Private kitchen

Studio (5 persons)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 persons) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 persons)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
243-3 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03074

What's nearby

  • Sungkyunkwan University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Changgyeong Palace - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seoul National University Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hyehwa Station - 7 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪인생의단맛 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪더 도어즈 2 / The Doors 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪피자스쿨 (Pizza School) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪성대국수 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪신전떡볶이 대학로점 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bong Backpackers

Hotel near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Close to Bukchon Hanok Village, Bong Backpackers provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Bong Backpackers include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 30000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 3 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 10000 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: KRW 30000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 10000 per night

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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 3 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Bong Backpackers Hostel Seoul
Bong Backpackers Hostel
Bong Backpackers Seoul
Bong Backpackers
Bong Backpackers Hotel
Bong Backpackers Seoul
Bong Backpackers Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is Bong Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bong Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Bong Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for KRW 30000 (subject to availability).

Where is Bong Backpackers located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sungkyunkwan University, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace are also within 3 mi (5 km). Hyehwa Station is 7 minutes by foot and Hansung University Station is 15 minutes.

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