Hostel Seoul vs Hostel Hanil

Same City · Seoul Distance: 2.0km
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Hostel Seoul

★★ 2-Star
7.0 834
Seoul
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Hostel Hanil

★★★ 3-Star
5.8 414
Seoul
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Live Price Comparison

Site Hostel Seoul Hostel Hanil
Agoda
Booking.com
Expedia
Trip.com
야놀자
여기어때
쿠팡트래블

Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Hostel Seoul Hostel Hanil
Agoda
7.0 (845)
5.9 (417)
Booking.com
8.8 (4)
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Trip.com
-
5.4 (53)
Overall Average
7.0 (849)
5.8 (470)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Hostel Seoul Hostel Hanil
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews say subway 5-10 min walk makes Dongdaemun or Myeongdong easy to reach + Many reviews note easy public transport access near Cheongnyangni Station
+ Low price with basic facilities good for just sleeping + Self check-in is convenient with minimal staff interaction
+ Staff friendly even with self check-in + Some say beds are comfortable and quiet for sleeping
+ Shared kitchen and free coffee provide value + Basic amenities provided at a low price
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Cleanliness issues like floor dust, mold, sheet smells repeatedly mentioned - Repeated complaints about bed sheets and pillows smelling bad
- Frequent check-in delays due to no front desk or absent staff - Many mention mold, dust, and cobwebs for poor cleanliness
- Poor soundproofing lets in nighttime noise - Very cramped space makes luggage hard to place
- Bathroom drain smells and grime noted as issues

Recommended For

Solo travelers Budget group travelers

Recommended For

Solo travelers Business travelers Budget backpackers

Guest Reviews

Hostel Seoul

Agoda 6.4 Solo traveler

Good location near Seongsu-dong and DDP, reasonable price

Poor cleaning with dust and dirty fridge

Agoda 7.6 Group traveler

Good location, free coffee and laundry convenient

Room smell and staff often absent

Agoda 9.2 Group traveler

Near subway easy to find, friendly staff

Average cleanliness, small rooms

Agoda 4.8 Solo traveler

No bathroom light, humid with mosquitoes, check-in issues

Hostel Hanil

Trip.com 6 Solo traveler

Basic amenities and ondol mat available

Not thoroughly cleaned, smells

Trip.com 2 Solo traveler

Bed stench so bad couldn't sleep

Trip.com 4 Business traveler

Different from photos, mold and cobwebs

Agoda 8.4 Couple

Staff kind, changed room, shared kitchen convenient

Initial room had severe mold

Agoda 4.4 Solo traveler

Bus stop nearby for easy access

Strong smell, AC fan issues

Location Comparison

Distance: 2.0km

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