In the heart of Seoul, OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 offers a vibrant retreat with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace. Guests can unwind in the bar or explore nearby Gwangjang Market and Dongdaemun Design Plaza. With multilingual staff, luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry services available.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 56 min drive
Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 67 min drive
Seoul Station - 13 min drive
Haengsin Station - 19 min drive
Anyang Station - 25 min drive
Jongno 5-ga Station - 4 min walk
Dongdaemun Station - 6 min walk
Euljiro 4-ga Station - 12 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
백제정육점 - 2 min walk
불타는 곱창 - 1 min walk
육즙당 - 2 min walk
본투비치킨 - 2 min walk
이모네설렁탕 - 5 min walk
About this property
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Dongdaemun Market Mall. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Public transportation is just a short walk: Jongno 5-ga Station is 4 minutes and Dongdaemun Station is 6 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Terrace
Television in common areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Select Comfort mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Heated floors
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KRW 75000 per vehicle (one way)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Does OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1.
Is airport shuttle service offered by OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KRW 75000 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (4-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 like?
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 is in Jongno-gu, a short 4-minute walk from Jongno 5-ga Station and 13 minutes' walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park.
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Reviews
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1 Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Clean room, nice breakfast, great locarion, friendly staff!
Joel
Joel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
While the location feels a little back alley, the actual hostel was lovely. The place was clean and the staff went above and beyond to be helpful. I would stay here again.
Sylvia
Sylvia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2025
Friendly staff!
Annie
Annie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
The rooms were very nice and clean
Patrick
Patrick, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
I shared the quadruple room with my 3 daughters. Very comfortable with ensuite. Friendly, helpful service and great location near airport busstop and subway station.
Robyn
Robyn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
A very basic room, quiet and clean. Breakfast very basic but filled the gap. Location was excellent! Easy walking to everything and lots of transportation close by. The girls at the front desk were very helpful. A great short stay.
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
Great hostel in a convenient location during my 1 week stay in a non-shared single room.
- The staff were very friendly and approachable.
- Check-in process was very smooth and easy.
- Off-hour instructions were clear for entry.
- The rooms were clean and comfortable.
- They offer a simple breakfast every day between 8-11am!
- Option to leave your luggage after check-out to do some last-minute exploring before your flight back home!
Definitely recommend!
Kameron
Kameron, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Easy to find, good location, kind staff. Recommend !
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
The staff are helpful and friendly. They make sure the common area is clean.
Roehl
Roehl, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
my stay at oyo was the best, coming from a traveler that usually stays in hostels this was the best hostel I have ever stayed at. I felt very at home and secure at this establishment. My group and I were super satisfied with our room and the space wasn’t as small as I expected.. expected it to be much smaller but it was just right for the three of us. we loved our stay so much we had to rebook this stay for our last couple of days left in seoul due to how close everything was near the bus stations, restaurants, the cu store and how welcoming the staff is . the front desk lady was such a sweet heart always greeting us when we entered and exited. Thank you so much for your welcoming hospitality! We would love to come back and rebook this stay.
Natalie
Natalie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
The staff were very friendly and spoke very good English. They were also very informative and always ready to help. The breakfast was very good. Nothing fancy, but a broad array of toast, cereal, juices, milk, coffee, and other stuff.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Excellent the rating for oyo hostel dongdaemun the best place to stay for my family the staff is so friendly and so quiet and so clean thank you so much to welcome gift and check out snack we appreciate the all stay in oyo hostel dongdaemun so greatfu !!
Angel
Angel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
Clean and cozy place. Helpful, warm, and welcoming staff (I really should've asked for her name she's very nice 😩). Quiet area, with convenience store and eateries around. <5 min walk to a bus stop and about 5 min to the metro station (Jongno 5-ga). If you're coming during winter, floor heating & water heater works well - my shower water is sizzling hot on max heat setting.
Only thing is there's no elevator, only stairs. So if you have mobility challenges, may need to chat with them first to see how they could accommodate.
Other than that, can't recommend this place enough 💗 Will stay here again if I come back to Seoul!
Qiao Wen
Qiao Wen, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Very affordable. Very close to Jongno 5 ga subway station. Walking distance to Hyundai City outlet Store. With convi stores nearby. The only problem is that we stayed on the 5th floor and if you have heavy luggages they don’t have an elevator. They offer free coffee all day. Breakfast is free.
GLMCV
GLMCV, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Upon arrival the staff welcomed us with a local snack. We arrived a couple hours early and they were accommodating and we were able to get to the room super fast. We had two rooms, one on the 2nd and one on the 5th. Despite the walk up, I really enjoyed our 5th floor room. We were only there for one night but it was more accommodating than other places we have been. They even held our luggage after checkout and give us a goodbye treat!
Qi Ping
Qi Ping, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2024
Its in a convenient area due to its proximity to dongdaemun market, insadong, ikseongdong, and cheonggyecheon stream. However, the area around the hostel is quite creepy at night. While korea is generally safe, I felt more uneasy in this area. Otherwise the hostel itself was clean, breakfast was decent and the rooftop is super cute. I stayed in a private room, which had a nice large bathroom, big bed and the AC worked well. However, there wasnt a lot of floor space for my luggages or anywhere else to store my things to organize myself during my stay. Also, the lack of an elevator was quite exhausting being up on the 4th floor, dragging my heavy luggage. Staff were very kind and helpful in getting my luggage up the stairs though!
Holly
Holly, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2026
This hostel is perfect for solo travelers wanting a quiet space to relax! The hostel is well kept and the staff are super friendly and kind and will give you local recommendations. They have breakfast in the morning and the location is pretty central to everything. It takes about 30-45 mins by subway to get to places. This was my first time in Seoul and it’s a great hostel for female travelers. It’s not super social but you can
connect with other travelers over apps, etc. Very affordable for budget travelers and good value for location/space. Highly recommended staying here if you’re visiting Seoul.
Lynn
Lynn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Heated floors and scented candles!! The bathroom was a bit chilly and the windows clattered loudly, but overall a very pleasant experience.