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Hostel Tommy

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A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars. - Hostel Tommy (Seoul)
A compact kitchen with yellow cabinets, a sink, and a refrigerator. - Hostel Tommy (Seoul)
A building with multiple storefronts including a 7-Eleven and a Hostel Tommy. - Hostel Tommy (Seoul)
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a door. - Hostel Tommy (Seoul)
A room with a 45' Smart TV mounted on the wall, a wooden ladder, two towels, a fire extinguisher, a wooden table, and a window with a view. - Hostel Tommy (Seoul)
Located close to Gwangjang Market and Gyeongbokgung Palace, Hostel Tommy provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A single bed with a white headboard, a small bedside table with a remote control, a white wall, and a window with blinds.

1. Mini Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a small desk with a mirror, a television, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a TV, a digital clock, a sofa, a table, and a wall clock.

5. Family Room for 4 people

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with a TV, a digital clock, a sofa, a table, and a wall clock.

4. Mini Triple Room

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

6. Family Room for 5 people

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

2. Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mounted TV, a window with blinds, and a mirror.

Mini Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a TV, and a door with a sign.

Family Room for 6 people

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a green nightstand, and an air conditioning unit.

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, Hostel Tommy is near a metro station and in a national park. Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Gwangjang Market and Gyeongbokgung Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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66, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-360

What's nearby

  • A traditional Korean palace with a large, ornate gate and stone steps leading up to it.
    Changgyeong Palace
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A busy street with shops and signs in a foreign language.
    Insa-dong
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a fountain in the foreground.
    Cheonggyecheon
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A bustling street food market with various food stalls and vendors.
    Gwangjang Market
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A traditional Korean gate with intricate designs and multiple levels, set against a backdrop of lush green mountains.
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station
    3 min walk
  • Seoul Station
    10 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • 익선우즈
    2 min walk
  • 우리술집 다람쥐
    2 min walk
  • 잘빠진메밀
    1 min walk
  • 살롱순라
    1 min walk
  • 희래성
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Musical instrument
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Tommy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Hostel Tommy doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel Tommy?

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

What time is check-out at Hostel Tommy?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hostel Tommy located?

This family-friendly Seoul hostel is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gwangjang Market and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Jongno 3-ga Station is only a 3-minute walk and Anguk Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Hostel Tommy Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall experience was very good. Staff are very friendly and accommodating especially the owner Mr. Tommy and Mr. Chad. Perfect location geographically and walking distance to top destinations. I would recommend this place for everyone who wants to visit and experience South Korea.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Berlynn Wan Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Convenient location, near trendy cafes :) Thanks Tommy for the lovely stay!! Would love to come back and stay here again when I visit Korea.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Gloria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to shopping, food outlets and attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay at Hostel Tommy

Fantastic location, very clean, great to have a kitchen to prepare own food, lovely roof terrace, great value especially as a basic breakfast is included.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HsuanYi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hostel in Seoul, it was my second time to visited Hostel Tommy, i will definitely choose here for my future travels. Nice and clean room, friendly staffs and best location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Efren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a short trip! We had a good time exploring the area with our feet. Helpful staff:)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredibly friendly, kind, and helpful. Room was small but very clean and exactly as advertised. Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, excellent location, great breakfast, tommy is v friendly and helpful. Very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Work

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, quite, location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dnyaneshwari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there for a while but it was really amazing . We loved our stay there if we come back we would chose this place to stay again . Even staff was superb loved stay there . Thank you soo much tommy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location short walk to station, walking distance to restaurants. Clean hostel, breakfast was basic and good. Tommy and his staff always happy to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was very ideally located for visiting many places, including Jongmyo shrine and Insa-dong. It is also fairly close to the Jongno 3-ga subway station, so transportation is easy. The rooms were very clean, and I enjoyed having a private bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aytan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was lovely and Tommy and his employees were so kind and friendly. The communication in case of emergencies was also fast. The location could not be any better :) If you look for a nice andf friendly hostel, this is the place. Thank you Tommy! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pok Him

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very spacious, clean, and close to palaces. And late at night there are many restaurants around open
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money! Affordable hostel, very kind staff, clean and centrally located in the city. It's close to Bukchon Hanok Village and the palaces. Breakfast is included. I highly recommend it. Thank you, Tommy, for this wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roxane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel Tommy was perfect for our stay in Seoul. Ideally located in a cool neighbourhood close to subway station. Easy to walk around and there is everything you need nearby. We loved that we could cook our own meal and the free breakfast was lovely. Tommy is so nice and helpful and all the staff is very friendly. The hostel is super clean and is an excellent value overall. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Warintorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is really great, walkable from the stations and famous attractions such as palaces. There are also convenient stores nearby, and one is right next to the hotel. Tommy and staff are really kind and helpful. The room was also warm and comfortable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ILHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good service. clean room and bathroom. tommy and staff was so friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tommy was so hospitable and welcomed me with great service. He even offered a scarf and heat pack for the cold weather. I would definitely recommend this hostel.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Want to visit again :)

Tommy and Nicholas were so friendly and made us feel so welcome! They went out of their way to be helpful and gave us loads of good tips for our trip. In fact we tried to book again on our way back but it was booked out. Highly recommended, really great location to walk around, eat and enjoy Seoul! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Central Location

Nice hostel close to several of the palaces and popular locations. Near metro, so easy to get to other places. I had a small single room which was adequate, except it was difficult to use the shower. Room amenities were fine, bed was comfortable, pillow was great, room was heated and window could be opened for (very) fresh air (6C). Good, adequately kitted out common area. Free breakfast limited to cocpops, cornflakes, bread, condiments, juice, tea (no black tea) and coffee. Staff were very friendly and helpful. My only suggestion is that when someone turns up early that they give some priority to getting their room ready first, especially when it is a cold and wet day outside. I knew and understood that their checkin time was 4pm, however a little bit of consideration for those arriving early would have made this place perfect (I actually didn’t get my room until shortly after 4pm).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maarun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very nice & very helpful even though , except the CEO, others were not fluent in English. Our flight arrived late and we reached Hostel Tommy at 1 am. Had no toruble with self check-in. It is quiet a place, just a 5-6 minutes walk from Jongno 3-ga subway station and 15 - 20 minutes walking distance to palaces. There is a 7-11 on ground floor of this building several eating places near the subway station. Breakfast is simple cereals & toast . But you can use the microwave and dining / common area throught the day. The only discordant note was about room cleaning. It was mentioned that it would be done every third day. We stayed for four days. Our room was not cleaned. Since we could get fresh towels from reception ( and leave the old ones there) it was not a big deal for us. But would have been nice. We do look forward to staying here on our future visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my last stay in Korea for the 2nd half of my trip and I can say it was my favourite place to stay: very comfortable, super clean and the location was convenient! Highlight was the staff as everyone was cute and very bubbly! Tommy was super cool! A HUGE plus that isn’t mentioned enough is that they provide tax refunds for your stay! One of only 50 hotels! Travellers who are staying awhile it is worth your time to apply for the tax refund which is quick to apply and was approved quickly as well! Tommy and his staff were helpful to let me know and the KRW cash is dispensed immediately. I stayed in a mini room there was a mini tv, washroom, and AC which ran very cold which was awesome for the hot weather! There’s a laundromat on the rooftop terrace as well and a cute little patio area. They have breakfast available everyday of the stay which I should’ve taken advantage of but that’s an awesome plus as well. The main lobby has a kitchen area and a communal fridge as well! Another review had mentioned their room was humid but I didn’t find that to be the case. I let the cool air run for 15 minutes, the washroom would dry out quickly! Maybe that is case by case. Although the room was small there was ample space to pack my carry on and luggage. If you’re a solo traveller you’d lowkey be able fit 2 luggages and a carry on if you’re smart about the space. It’s also right next to a 711 which is awesome in a pinch if you’re hungry or thirsty. 1000/10 would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026