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Featured Hostels in Gwangju

K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1
Lobby
K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (225)
"The room assigned to us was on the 4 floor and the hotel did not have an elevator no help to bring the suitcases to the room "
The price is S$61
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1
W mini hotel - Hostel
Terrace/patio
W mini hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (17)
"quiet area ,no noises but rooms are very small as name of hotel ,you can save the cost of travel expense "
The price is S$60
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
W mini hotel - Hostel
THAT House - Hostel
Bathroom
THAT House - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (27)
"I had a nice time."
The price is S$44
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
THAT House - Hostel
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
Front of property
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (69)
"I like the private room I stayed and loved the location of the hostel. The staff were very helpful. The only thing is that some of the other lodgers were not very respectful of the other people including the staff. They were loud at night and were not following the hostel rules."
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
City view from property
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (122)
"Staff is very friendly and provide excellent service. Highly recommend to stay in this hostel again. "
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
Lounge
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (94)
"Nice staff. Too many bar restaurants. Too few triditional korean meal resturant."
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
Hostel Korea Original
Breakfast area
Hostel Korea Original
1.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (314)
"Very nice for the cost! Inexpensive place to sleep and leave my bags in a central area it was easy to see so much of Seoul. The place was quiet and nothing was too dirty. Would absolutely stay here again!"
The price is S$23
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hostel Korea Original
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (154)
"A great convenient location!"
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Exterior
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (58)
"It was my first time to do self check in/ check out in the hotel..."
The price is S$84
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Itaewon Inn
Wardrobe
Itaewon Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"Very nice!!"
Itaewon Inn
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Reception
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10)
"8000 won is an incredible amount to do a load of laundry. The free continental breakfast was very nice, yet no one hosted it. There was no one at the desk. I had woken up at 8am and a fellow said to come back at 10am for laundry assistance. I returned at 9:20am and ate breakfast and waited over two hours waiting for staff to help with my laundry, (per signage, on TWO mornings)! This is the first place I’ve ever stayed that insisted one throw-away toilet tissue rather than flushing it....
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
View from property
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34)
"This hostel is 2 mins walk from metro station, surrounded with many restaurants, coffee shops and a big Seoul Forest Park, the ambience is cozy and chill which you can feel another side of Seoul. We rented a private room with a private bathroom which was nice, clean and quiet though not very big. They also have a common kitchen for cooking and eating, provided with free water and tea which is a credit. Their rooftop is spacious and good for reading and chatting. Their host is super nice...
The price is S$53
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
Exterior
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"Nice owner, very convinient "
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel
Living area
High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (183)
"Overall it was a pleasant stay. Never met the host in person but she responded by text. Only two suggestions - i) better to change the door passcode every time with a new guest, for guest's security, ii) improve the water heater condition so water can be hotter."
The price is S$46
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel
Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun
Property entrance
Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun
2.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, (34)
"No reception, I went to the wrong hostel (there’s the same one down the street) and wasn’t told there were two different ones! Only way to contact someone was via WhatsApp Wasn’t communicated what room I was in Bed sheets aren’t washed properly, mine were stained and also the towels smelt really bad "
Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (110)
"Very nice staff. Safe and things were clean. It's in the and building as a cat cafe. Good food chooses for morning time. Convenient location."
Philstay Myeongdong Metro
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
Porch
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (99)
"Location is very strategic snd near to all places i needed to go. Accommodation rate is very affordable and more than commensurate … thank you to Tella, for her hospitality."
The price is S$42
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
The Core Albergue - Hostel
View from room
The Core Albergue - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"Love the fact that it’s close to Yeuido Hangang park. Also, it was 1/2 hour from every where I wanted to go."
The Core Albergue - Hostel
Stitches House - Hostel
Staircase
Stitches House - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"Conditions of my reserved room were good. Check-in process was easy to understand and manageable. Overall place was well kept. "
The price is S$49
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stitches House - Hostel
Gangnam Seven Hostel
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Gangnam Seven Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13)
"The girl Milena whos in charge is very welcoming and very helpful plus the rest of the staff. Really good location near the centre of Seoul and very close to Naebang Subway Station. Free coffee till you drop to start the day. Beds were comfortable and clean. Strongly recommended especially for the price."
The price is S$53
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Gangnam Seven Hostel
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Other property types in Gwangju

Uljiro Co-Op Residence
Exterior
Uljiro Co-Op Residence
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2428)
"The location of the hotel is perfect, 3 mins walking distance to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park station exit 12, airport bus to ICN airport is right in front of the hotel. Convenient stores and restaurants just mins away. The room is dated, there is no lighting switch near the bedside, you have to turn off the lights at the entrance. The room is equipped with microwave which is a bonus. There are two issues is quite disappointing. 1.The WiFi connection was not stable throughout my entire...
The price is S$92
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Uljiro Co-Op Residence
Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Front of property
Oakwood Premier Coex Center
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1266)
"great stay. korea does them the best"
The price is S$321
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Orakai Insadong Suites
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Orakai Insadong Suites
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1161)
"Carpet was old and stained. Bed sheet was dirty from shoes of previous guests. Noisy surrounding."
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Orakai Insadong Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Gwangju?
You may like the room rates at this top lodging option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong - 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from the heart of Gwangju. 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gwangju?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 1°C. The rainiest months in Gwangju are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 250 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gwangju?
Generally, Gwangju is known for its skiing, monuments and museums. Major attractions include Lotte World, Everland and Lotte World Tower. Get out into nature with places such as Namhansanseong Provincial Park, Yulbom Botanical Garden and Yongin Recreational Forest. Cultural attractions include Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art, Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum and Lotte Concert Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Gwangju while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Gwangju on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.), 29.3 mi (47.2 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Wonju (WJU), which is 36.6 mi (58.9 km) away.