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Reviews of Hostel Korea - Changdeokgung

85, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03131 Seoul, South Korea

#149 of 533 hotels in Seoul

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Review score

Based on 129 hostel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The building needs repairment.

    We loved the location! Nearby metro line 3. Insa-dong is such a cute neighborhood. Bonus is the big rooftop.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    It was a highly recommend stay for the location alone
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Korean-Style Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No one cleaned the room during our stay

    Its not the typical hostels im used to when traveling. Even my previous visit as a solo traveler in 2015, i also used hostel as accommodation. The difference here are pretty obvious- the atmosphere ( hotel like), there are no free coffee or optional breakfast (like in other hostels that im used to anywhere in the world) , there are no common place where fellow traveler can interact ( hotel type lobby vibe only) BUT whatever they lack in the service inside was available outside. The location is smack dub in the middle of everything. Its close to bus transpo and metro transpo. A stone throw away from a landmark castle and it is near a famous street food area that comes alive at 8 every night plus its near artisan bakeries and coffee shops. Highly recommended place to stay due to its location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    7.0
    Ok but could be improved
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thin walls, noisy street, noisy fridge Bed was not comfortable

    Location is great Nice reception

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    Central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Laundry is overpriced for me ie 30000 W for up to 3 kgs Cleaning is free once if you stay a week. Otherwise you'll have to pay if you want it but you can change for new towels every day at reception desk. No toilet paper in toilet and trash have to be sorted out for recycling downstairs

    Central location close to subway (10 min walk) and buses including airport stops (5 min) Nice neighborhood, convenient store closeby Receptionnist is super nice, available to answer all your questions, speaks very well english and send you infos prior your arrival about directions and check-in hours which is very helpful. I asked for a quiet room on high level and he honored my request Not really a hostel more a hotel which is fine by me but people who would like to meet other travelers could be disappointed Kitchen area with microwave, cutlery and plates available although the fridge was out if order

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice to stay few days close by metro station and many restaurants

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location away from the hustle of the centre but still close enough to the major tourist attractions that we could walk to everything. Airport limousine bus dropped us right around the corner which was very convenient given we arrived after midnight. Front desk staff were lovely and friendly. Really good value for the price. I would stay here again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Convenient, good location, worth the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Stayed for 5 nights and our room didn't get cleaned. But maybe it's their rule. They did say to take care our own litter and separated based on items. We're not used to it but still manageable.

    I chose this stay because of the location near Insadong and Ikseudong, where all the nice cafe at the day and busy pojangmacha at night situated. The area seems always busy, but safety near to the hotel but also far enough so we wont heard anything. We took Airport bus 6011 to the hotel and return. Very convenient and easy. Changdeokgung palace is nearby, Sevel is just in the same building, nearby station is Anguk and Jongno 3/5 station. The guy in receptionist speaks english fluently, and the cleaning lady also very kind. The room is just standar, but spacious enough for 2 people. Worth the price.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room walls need replacement/update

    Near subway Easy check in and check out Friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    7.0
    thanks to staff for helping me
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    bed was old

    very helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Usually I don’t write comments, but the receptionist is super helpful, thank you!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    It shouldnt really be considered a hostel as there isnt much of a common area where people gather to meet others. I think there used to be but they removed them over time. Its much more similar to a hotel

    The location was great with lots of cafes and restaurants nearby. It was close to different modes of transport with both bus lines and metro being less than 10 mins walk away. Also very close to the palaces and hanok villages. The staff were also friendly and happy to give suggestions

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is perfect near to every station and the tour sites. The room is very spacious and bigger than any other accommodation I been to. Clean and staffs are kind

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great localization, a lot places to eat nearby and nice connections to different part of the city. Rooms are spacious and clean

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location with fair price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cheap interior materials and poor finishing in panels & floor in the room and poor work done with silicon lining in bathroom. Believe it is the reason why it’s cheap.

    The location is perfect in town. Subway stations and multiple sightseeing places are walking distance. Kind staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reasonable price, good location, meet basic demands

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    9.0
    Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    None.

    The staff was superb that we almost became friends. They worked so hard the entire week we were there but still accommodated us properly. The managers were friendly and kind people. Whats also great was that the hostel is near cafes and restaurants. 5min walk and we're in Inseokdong. Super close to main trains and bus stations as well. It also has a nearby 711 with an international atm. The neighborhood feels safe and relaxing overall. Theyre probably the BEST ENGLISH SPEAKERS ive talked to.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Korean-Style Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooftop, Location and Staff - they were all lovely and extremely helpful

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 14 nights

    The location is great, the Hostel is near to a lot of famous places on walking distance

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    9.0
    Would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small rooms and kitchen.

    Rooftop, personnel, WiFi, and most of all location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    friendly staff, clean room, great location, private bathroom, fridge in a room

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, close to every major tourist place. 7eleven just downstairs, everyday groceries are as easy as it gets. Room is small, but comfortable for 2. Clean and trash are collected daily.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    8.0
    It was an unforgettable holiday. I visited the historical sights, I experienced the traditional food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 9 nights

    There is always room for better.

    Location, in the center, close to historical sights, very well maintained, friendly staff, comfortable 2-star rooms, I will definitely come back here even if the distance is very long (UK - Seoul). It was a 5 star stay. We visited the historical sights Palaces, Temples, Museums. I cannot exclude the visit to the DMZ - which was a 5-star experience, here I read in the expression of the soldiers that "Freedom is not free!". in conclusion it was a dream stay. Thank you.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, speaking perfectly well english. Good location to attractions and the metro system. Room and bathroom were clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    7.0
    Nice location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This is an old building, and not clean in the common area.

    Staffs are nice! The location is really good! closed to the subway station and tourist attractions.

    Stayed in July 2023

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