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Hostel Korea Original

1.0 star property
Hostel in Seoul, near Korea University

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Fridge, microwave
Staircase
Fridge, microwave
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
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.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • 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
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 8 sq m
  • 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 9 sq m
  • 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
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Korea University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 12 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sinseol-dong Station - 5 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪마실정육식당 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪이삭토스트 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪맷돌로만 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪PRNT - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EDIYA COFFEE - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hostel Korea Original

Hostel near Korea University
Close to Dongdaemun Market Mall 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 TV in the lobby, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
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

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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
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 and a smoke detector
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

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.

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 Market Mall 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.

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