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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Original Backpackers in Seoul offers a terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a lounge, shared kitchen, laundry service, outdoor seating area, culture classes, full-day security, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. Delicious Breakfast: A continental, American, and Asian breakfast is served with juice, cheese, and fruits. The property includes a dining area, kitchenette, washing machine, bidet, hairdryer, coffee machine, dining table, outdoor furniture, and outdoor dining area. Prime Location: Located 13 mi from Gimpo International Airport, the hostel is an 8-minute walk from Dongdaemun Market, 0.9 mi from Gwangjang Market, and 1.3 mi from Jongmyo Shrine. Nearby attractions include Changdeokgung Palace and Myeongdong Station. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, bathroom comfort, and breakfast provided by the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Asian, American


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sara
    United States United States
    -Everything was clean and comfortable -breakfast included was good -amazing location with a metro stop just outside the door that will take you anywhere you want to go -easy check in process and very friendly staff
  • Vinnypushkin
    Russia Russia
    Probably, the best equipped hostel in Seoul. Everything was great: from check-in procedure to wonderful terrace. Single room option available.
  • Nicole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Generally a really great hostel - location near Dongdaemun station made it really convenient to get around. Communal areas were well maintained and cleaned daily. I had a private room, which was super clean and comfortable. Towels and bedding all...
  • Hanief
    Japan Japan
    It is well located. The place is clean and the host is super nice.
  • Hope
    Singapore Singapore
    Rooms and showers were clean. Host used whatsapp to check in conveniently and recommend things to do in Korea.
  • Alexandre
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Hostel was excellent, hosts were super nice and extremely helpful. They helped me organize a trip to the DMZ and book a bus, and gave great suggestions.
  • Sergio
    France France
    The best hostel room I have ever stayed at. The bed was comfortable, the room has lockers, and the toilet and showers are very clean and modern. Staff is also very friendly. You can cook your breakfast, included in the price. I strongly recommend it.
  • Zuzana
    Slovakia Slovakia
    So clean! Close to everything (shopping , food, metro, culture). The staff is extremely helpful, the pretty rooftop is a great bonus
  • Daniel
    Colombia Colombia
    Everything was perfect, the room is good, the toilet is alway clean, the kitchen and the rooftop are excellent. The two guys in the front are the best they help me with my plan for the day, with information about transport… maybe the best hostel I...
  • Guilaran
    Philippines Philippines
    It was clean. The owners are very friendly and helpful. You can request for your room to be cleaned, or if you forget, they will remind you. The breakfast was great, with fruits, cereals, eggs, and more. My room was just the right size for me. The...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 13 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Original Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.