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Bong Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Gyeongbokgung Palace

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Business center
Studio (5 persons) | Private kitchen
Lobby
Private kitchen
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

Located in Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, Bong Backpackers is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Mountain Park. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.
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243-3 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03074

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Gwanghwamun - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 7 min drive - 2.3 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
  • ‪성대국수 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪피자스쿨 (Pizza School) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪스시하꼬네 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bong Backpackers

Hotel near Gwanghwamun
Close to Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwangjang Market, Bong Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance
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.

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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

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

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

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 at Bong Backpackers?

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, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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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Bong Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good location,tidy and friendly staff.

The staff and the owner were very nice,friendly.overall,the guest house strong image for me should be ~very tidy and clean.(they were do the best to keep cleaning) The bed was wood-made,feel comfortable Really good slept.Although just stayed 1night,It made me feel so warm .Nice~

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
우선 위치적으로 가장 마음에 들었고, 생각보다 넓어서 더 마음에 들었고, 빌라형식이라 크게 간섭을 안받는 그냥 내 집 같아서 좋았습니다.! 하나 아쉬운 점은 화장실 물을 바닥을 향해 틀면 물이 샌다는 점. 그로인해 바닥 상태가 살짝 안좋다는 점 정도?. 이 부분때문에 문을 뜯어 고칠 수는 없으니, 방문객분들이 조심하셨으면 해요! 발을 씻더라도 공동 샤워실에서 씻으시는걸 권유드려요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

hye kyung

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5인실 이용하였어요. 5인 가족 이용.

5인실 이용하였어요. 숙소의 위치 좋음. 대학가이므로 주위에 편의 시설 많고, 지하철역과 가까움. 숙소의 청결 상태가 많이 아쉬웠고, 보일러 작동이 잘 되지 않았어요. 5인실-욕실은 방 안에 있어서 좋았으나 크기가 작아 샤워하기에는 힘듭니다. 환풍기 돌아가는 소리가 크게 들립니다. 아이들과 동반하는 가족이 이용하기에는 권하고 싶지 않습니다. 도미토리룸은 이용 않해봐서 모르겠어요. 직원분은 친절하였습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

1

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
本当に寝るだけ、といった雰囲気です。 施設自体に鍵がかかっておらず、従業員も夜10時にはいなくなるので、それ以降の時間帯は宿泊客以外でも入れてしまう環境で安全面は全く保証がないです。従業員がいる時間帯でも、いちいちチェックして中に入るわけではないので誰でも入れてしまうと思います。 また、鍵がある部屋とない部屋があります。男女共同の部屋にはなかった思います。 鍵があるといっても暗証番号なので、不安がありました。 共同スペースには常に人がいて、部屋にいても、朝も夜も声が聞こえます。正直うるさくて何度も起きました。また、部屋がとても寒かったです。エアコンは冷房機能しかついておらず、韓国では一般的とされている床暖房と薄っぺらい布団だけなので、たくさん着込むことで寒さを防ぎました。窓からスースー風も入ってきました。 部屋にティッシュ、ゴミ箱などもついていません。 ゴミ箱は共同スペースにあります。 部屋は本当にベットのみです。 私が泊まった部屋は、証明がひとつ付いていただけで常に薄暗かったです。 シャワールームは、着替える場所が別についていないです。服やタオルを置く棚もついていません。床に置くかタオルかけにかけるしかないです。濡れます。男女共同シャワーです。 11日間の長期滞在でしたが、11日の間、一度しか従業員の方が掃除をしたところをみていないので、掃除はあまりしていないのかなと思いました。排水溝の匂いがします。シャンプーなどを置く棚に、おそらく宿泊客が使用したであろうカミソリやらゴミがたくさん置いてありました。何も置けないくらい汚かったです。 トイレは寒いです。トイレットペーパーは流さないタイプです。ウォシュレットももちろんありません。 冬の時期だったのでとにかく寒さが辛かったです。 安くて、寝られればいい、という方なら大丈夫だと思いますが、おすすめはあまりできないです。
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

JUNGHUN

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

Just so so

Cost by quality is not bed. But not good house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

KWANG SUN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

seungil

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

친절하고 편안한 게스트하우스

정말 만족스러웠습니다

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

KONG LOONG

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

Convenient and good for value

Good for budget travelers.

8/10 Good

haengjun

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

도미토리

혼자 일때문에 갔는데 도미토리방이었고 저렴한가격에 편안히 자고 왔습니다.

8/10 Good

Jeong Hee

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

Good!

사장님이 진짜 친절하시고 방도 무척 아늑했어요! 친구랑 둘이 좋은시간 보내고 왔네요.

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